Marshall MS-4

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Marshall MS-4

Marshall

MS-4

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Product Info

Article Number: 132828
Brand: Marshall
Model: MS-4
Price: $42.90

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The MS-4 is a quirky little thing – a miniature Marshall stack for practice or a fun novelty item. Don't expect a full-blown amp experience, but it delivers a surprising amount of Marshall grit at a very affordable price. Ideal for beginners or anyone needing a super-portable, low-volume option.

Product Description

Marshall MS-4, Micro Stack

The MS4 offers the unforgettable presence and charisma of a mini-sized Marshall stack! It comes with controls for gain, volume and tone and delivers the same sound as its smaller brother the MS-2, but measures 25 x 11 x 6 cm and has two speakers.

With its back-mounted support bracket, you can set up the micro-stack at an angle. As with all micro-stacks, the MS-4 can be powered by battery or power supply.

, Power: 1 W, Equipped with a 2.7" speaker, Headphone connector, Power supply via 9 V battery (Article Nr #417473#) or 9 V power adapter (Article Nr #409939#) - both are not included

PROS
  • • Surprisingly loud for its size, captures a basic Marshall crunch
  • • Portable and battery-powered for practice anywhere
  • • Back-mounted bracket allows for angled placement
  • • Simple controls make dialing in a usable tone easy
CONS
  • • Speaker size limits low-end response significantly
  • • Limited tonal versatility; not suited for clean sounds
  • • Plastic enclosure feels somewhat cheap for a Marshall product

Product Video

Key Features

Power (Watts) 1W
Speaker 2.7in
Channels 1
Effects None
EQ Basic Tone control (bass/treble shaping)
Weight Approximately 1.5 lbs (estimated)

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Frequently Asked Questions

It captures a simplified version of the Marshall sound, focusing on the mid-range crunch, but lacks the depth and fullness of a bigger amp.
While technically possible, the small speaker and limited power will result in a thin, underwhelming recording. It’s really designed for direct monitoring.
Expect around 8-10 hours of playtime on a standard 9V battery, which is decent for practice sessions but not for extended jamming.

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