Marshall DSL Series DSL1HR 1-Watt Tube Guitar Head

The DSL 1 Head and DSL 1 Combo feature the same functions. The combo is equipped with an 8” Celestion Eight-15 speaker chosen for its ability to deliver exceptional tone at lower volumes.

The DSL features two foot switchable channels : CLASSIC GAIN and ULTRA GAIN.

The CLASSIC GAIN channel delivers sparkling clean sounds through to the more aggressive break-up of a Marshall JCM800 amplifier. The ULTRA GAIN channel provides even more distortion and break-up for players looking for higher gain tone from their amplifier.

Both channels share a passive three-band EQ, with BASS, MIDDLE and TREBLE controls. The EQ section also features Tone Shift, which when activated reconfigures the pre-amp mid frequencies making DSL ideal for contemporary metal tones, especially when combined with higher gain settings.

The DSL 1 features professional quality digital REVERB and a series FX LOOP, giving you rich valve tone at an ear-friendly volume.

Important Safety Instructions

Mains Input & Fuse :

The specific mains input voltage rating that your amplifier has been manufactured for is indicated on the rear panel of the amplifier. Your amplifier is provided with a detachable mains (power) lead, which should be connected to the MAINS INPUT socket on the rear panel of the amplifier (Rear Panel Function #12). The correct value and type of mains fuse is specified on the rear panel of the amplifier.

NEVER attempt to bypass the fuse or fit one of the incorrect value or type.

Transporting Your Equipment : Please ensure that your amplifier is switched off, unplugged from the mains electricity supply and all removable cables have been disconnected from your equipment before attempting to move it.

Important Set Up Information :

• When using the DSL1HR, or the DSL1CR with an extension speaker cabinet, you must ensure that the speaker cabinet is of the correct impedance rating. See the LOUDSPEAKER guide in this manual for specific information regarding impedance matching (Rear Panel Function #19).
• Ensure that the POWER switch is set to the OFF position. (Front Panel Function #11)
• Connect the supplied mains (power) lead into the MAINS INPUT on the rear panel first and then into the mains electricity supply. (Rear Panel Functions #12)
• Ensure that the volume controls on the front panel are set to zero. (Front panel Functions #2 & #5)
• Plug your guitar into the INPUT jack socket. (Front Panel Function #1)
• Switch the amplifier ON using the POWER switch (Front Panel Function #11).
• Turn the selected channel volume up to your preferred level and your amplifier is ready to play

Compliance Statement

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions :

• This device may not cause harmful interference
• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
• which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.