Industry May 10, 2026
Jared James Nichols on His Switch to Marshall Amps
The '68 Marshall Plexi might be challenging amp to play but it's easy to fall in love with, and Nichols admits he has fallen under its spell – even if its 100-watts tore the paint off the studio wall
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MusicRadar
Jared James Nichols described his transformative experience upon switching to a vintage 1968 Marshall Plexi amplifier. He likened the feeling to being 'in Cream in 1968,' captivated by the amplifier's raw tonal quality. Nichols found the amp's sound to be precisely what he sought for his music, despite its challenging nature and high output, which he noted even affected the studio environment. Originally reported by MusicRadar.