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Marshall CODE 25

Description

Essential Information About the Marshall Code 25 Amp

  • Marshall-Softube (MST) Modeling featuring 14 preamps, 4 power amp stages, and 8 legendary speaker cabinets.
  • 100 fully programmable presets, with up to 5 simultaneous effects and Tap Tempo delays.
  • Modern connectivity: Bluetooth for editing/streaming and USB for direct recording into a DAW.
  • Compact and lightweight combo (6.1 kg) ideal for home, home studio, and rehearsals.

Historical Context and Positioning in the Range

With the "Code" series, Marshall transposes its heritage from the JTM, Plexi, JCM, and JVM into a modeling amp designed for the digital age. Developed with Softube, the MST platform delivers the brand's sonic DNA in an affordable and portable combo, positioned at the heart of the range for practice, recording, and preset creation.

Who This Amp Is For

The Code 25 suits guitarists from beginners to advanced players seeking a versatile guitar amp that is easy to operate and rich in tones. It excels in the home studio, at home with headphones or through its speaker, and in rehearsals at moderate volume; it can also be used on small stages if miked. The styles covered range from blues and rock to hard rock, metal, pop, and funk, thanks to the wide palette of models and effects.

Features and Innovations

Fully programmable, the Code 25 combines iconic preamp models (JTM45, Bluesbreaker 1962, 1959SLP Plexi, JCM800 2203, Silver Jubilee 2555, JCM2000 DSL, JVM410H, etc.) with power amp models (EL34, 5881, EL84, 6L6) and a selection of MST speaker cabinets (1960, 1960V, 1960AX, 1936V, 1912, 1974X...). On the effects side, it includes compressor, distortions, Auto Wah, Pitch Shifter, Chorus, Phaser, Flanger, Tremolo, delays with Tap Tempo, and studio-quality reverbs. The Marshall Gateway app allows remote editing via Bluetooth, preset sharing, and audio streaming; USB serves as an interface for recording and playback through the amp. Built-in tuner, headphone output, and line input complete the connectivity.

The Sound

A modeling amp with digital circuitry and transistor power stage, the Code 25 delivers the Marshall tone: bright cleans, punchy "plexi" crunch, strong rock midrange, and modern DSL/JVM-style saturation. The dynamics are responsive, with musical compression on driven sounds; the headroom suits home volumes and rehearsals, while the cabinet emulation for headphones/USB offers coherent direct inputs for mixing.

Technical Specifications

Modeling and Effects

  • 14 MST preamp models (including JTM45, Bluesbreaker 1962, 1959SLP Plexi, JCM800 2203, JCM2555, JCM2000 DSL, JVM410H, etc.).
  • 4 MST power amp models (EL34, 5881, EL84, 6L6).
  • 8 MST speaker/cabinet models (1960, 1960V, 1960AX, 1936V, 1912, 1974X, etc.).
  • 24 built-in effects: compressor, distortions, Auto Wah, Pitch Shifter, Chorus, Phaser, Flanger, Tremolo, Tap Tempo delays, reverbs.
  • Up to 5 effects usable simultaneously.

Presets and Control

  • 100 user-editable presets.
  • Compatible with Marshall Gateway app (iOS/Android) via Bluetooth.
  • Built-in tuner.

Connectivity and Audio

  • Bluetooth for remote control and audio streaming.
  • USB: interface for DAW and audio playback from PC/Mac.
  • Headphone output with emulation.
  • Line/aux input.
  • Footswitch port (PEDL-91009 sold separately).

Format and Weight

  • Weight: 6.1 kg.
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 350 x 340 x 215 mm.

Included Accessories

  • Power cable.
  • User manual.
Brand reference number: CODE25-E

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Rather a beginner, I moved from a "basic" combo to this one. First impression: wow! My Ibanez sounds completely different, the distortions no longer sound like the mush I was used to hearing. The adjustment possibilities are almost endless, for those who are not satisfied with the 100 presets already stored. The manual is brief, but a quick look on the web and the few tutorials available on YouTube make it quite easy to get to grips with the beast, and with the help of the mobile app it's very simple, the only limit being your ear. Now I don't have enough hindsight and experience to make critiques on the sound compared to a much more expensive tube amp, but at this price and level of features if you're looking for a fairly complete tool to work at home, don't hesitate!... (Show more)
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Posted on 07/06/2018
By Frederic O.
Hello, Thank you Woodbrass for your efficiency, perfect delivery time with precise parcel tracking. The Code is an extraordinary toy, packed with modern technology. The presets are nice and provide good bases to find THE desired sound. You need to adjust the settings a bit to get the desired result. For that, I downloaded the Marshall Gateway app. It is very intuitive and easy to use. For my part, the Bluetooth connection works perfectly. This amp is light, with amazing power. It is the ideal companion that will follow me everywhere, which is not possible with my heads and cabinets... In the end, great value for money, even if the sound of a full tube amp remains the Grail... But the sounds of the Code are sometimes stunning!... (Show more)
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Posted on 10/04/2021
By Jean-marc S.
This little cube is amazing! The power and sound that come out really surprised me. It is possible to configure everything and get the desired sound with a bit of investment, or you can just use the 100 basic presets which are already quite varied. Or you can take one of the presets, modify it, and save it. The app on my iPhone is like a remote control to adjust the sound, add an effect, play a track in playback (or serve as a connected speaker), and even record myself. The amp is well finished and quite compact, and it is easily portable. Very satisfied.
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Posted on 17/08/2021
By Bertrand
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Exactly what I wanted! A small, super efficient amp with tons of effects to start and discover all that without breaking the bank by buying 50 effect pedals. You can immediately recognize the Marshall touch and the app that comes with the amp is super easy to use. Nothing to complain about, it's great ????
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Posted on 30/01/2021
By Guillaume
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Excellent. The entire Marshall range in a single amp. Personally, I find the 10'' speaker lacks bass, I connected it to my 12'' Celestion Vintage cab and it's excellent. The line out to go directly into the DAW perfectly reproduces the simulations
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Posted on 08/05/2021
By Thierry N.
Super fast delivery. Ordered on Wednesday, received on Thursday. Bravo Woodbrass. Product that needs to be explored and mastered. Super practical app, a small bug at the beginning but everything has been fixed. I really like it.
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Posted on 26/04/2021
By Bertrand T.
Small but tough. Many possibilities for this affordable digital amp. The USB input allows you to connect it directly to the computer to facilitate recording, the presets allow you to navigate between styles.. delighted.
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Posted on 12/06/2021
By Lau
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VERY HAPPY WITH MY PURCHASE AND WITH WOODBRASS FOR THE SHIPPING WHICH WAS WELL PROTECTED. THE AMP IS GREAT. VERY PRACTICAL AND A PERFECT MARSHALL SOUND. VERY GOOD AMP. RECOMMENDED
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Posted on 12/03/2023
By Sophie B.
excellent, a great pleasure to play on it in the living room. Very good for the house, small, powerful with its 25 watts, ideal for working alone at home.
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Posted on 09/01/2017
By Eric D.
Nickel, download the complete user manual in French on the Web. The BT and USB mode is perfect for integrating artist presets via the internet.
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Posted on 26/08/2021
By JEAN-FRANCOIS LEVRIER
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You have to work to get the hang of it (I am a beginner at electric guitar) but it offers a lot of possibilities!
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Posted on 26/01/2022
By Jérémy HAZENBERG
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Marshall quality. Great amp, I'm just starting to explore its possibilities.
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Posted on 01/09/2021
By Lofo
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Very good value for money with a very good sound quality and many effects
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Posted on 29/08/2021
By M. demoustier
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Very good amp works very well. The effects really do the job well.
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Posted on 29/05/2024
By Leopold B.
Great amp....effects much better than an average pedalboard.....
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Posted on 09/11/2023
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