Acoustic Soloist

Acoustic Soloist
Marshall Amplification plc
Denbigh Road, Bletchley,
Milton Keynes, MK1 1DQ,
England.
Tel: (0908) 375411
Fax: (0908) 376118
Whilst the information contained herein is correct at the time
of publication; due to our constant improvement and
development, Marshall Amplification plc reserve the right to
alter specifications without prior notice.

M0100/94/2

AS80R
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Rear Panel

23. Footswitch jack.

Twin footswitch for chorus and reverb
switching functions.
24. Effects Send jack.
Jack socket to feed the input of an external
effects processor.
25. Effects Return jacks.
Sockets to accept the left and right outputs
from an external effects processor. From the Chairman
26. Phase Reversal switch. I would like to thank you personally for selecting
Reverses the system phase to enhance Marshall’s first ever venture into acoustic guitar
acoustic control (feedback and overtone amplification, the Acoustic Soloist.
elimination) when using the amplifier in a
confined space with the guitar. The Marshall reputation for producing classic tones that
have led the field in electric guitar amplification for over
27. Line Out jacks. three decades, has been achieved by a combination of many
Left and right line out jacks suitable for factors. Most notably as a result of our constant investment
direct connection to PA or recording mixers. into research and development, plus our ability to listen to
musicians and produce the sounds they desire. The latest
result of our listening is the Acoustic Soloist.
Retaining all the hallmarks of unrivalled Marshall quality,
the AS80R Acoustic Soloist has been built by my dedicated
team of experts with the utmost versatility in mind.
I suggest that you read this handbook carefully in order to
fully understand the many sounds and functions contained
within your amplifier.
As is the case with all our fine products, the Acoustic
Soloist is built to withstand the test of time. When it comes
to quality and reliability Marshall is world famous for never
compromising.
The incredible sound, features and flexibility of the
Acoustic Soloist make it the combo amplifier that every
acoustic performer has been waiting for.
I’m sure you will enjoy your new Marshall amplifier
immensely and I wish you every success with it.
Sincerely,

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WARNING! Also included are stereo line-outs, for direct
linking to larger sound re-inforcement systems,
Channel 3 -Transducer.
an effects loop with mono send and stereo return 11. Jack input.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING LIST CAREFULLY. jacks and Reverb/ Chorus footswitch jack.
With source select pushswitch for piezo or
A. The Plug attatched to the mains lead provided is wired in accordance with the
E pre-amped input. Piezo -10 meg input. Pre-amp -
following colour code. Blue -neutral. Green/Yellow -Earth. Brown -Live (UK only).
Speaker complement. 100K input.

GREEN/YELLOW
B. Always ensure that the value of the fuse corresponds to the rating marked on the plug.
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To help ensure that the Acoustic Soloist’s 12. Active Volume/ Gain control.

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sound remains warm and natural, we’ve used two

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C. Never under any circumstances, operate the amplifier without an earth. N Controls the channel gain level.
specially voiced Celestion 10" speakers that have
D. Always have this equipment serviced or repaired by competent, qualified personnel. extended low and high frequency response with a 13. FB1 & FB2 Anti-Feedback filters.
E. Do not attempt to remove the amplifier chassis, there are no user serviceable parts flat mid-range. This means that the sound always Very narrow notch filters centered on the two
has superb clarity and dynamic response even at frequency bands normally problematic with
inside. high volume levels. Also a piezo type dome
G. Never use any amplifier in damp or wet conditions. acoustic guitars.
tweeter provides all the high-end crispness you
H. Please read this instruction manual carefully before switching on. could ever need. 14. Pick Attack control.
Centre off control to add or subtract the
Front Panel higher harmonics of the signal to either remove
Acoustic Soloist -AS80R. country style playing. This makes the Acoustic
Soloist the ideal amp for singers who also need to
pick noise or accentuate these frequencies when
utililising finger style playing.
Due to the increased popularity of acoustic play acoustic and electric rhythm guitar for their Channel 1 -Microphone.
and electro/ acoustic instruments, a dedicated backing. 15. Pedal Level Effects Loop.
amplification system that can accurately 1. XLR -Balanced input. (Pre gain and EQ) Effects loop to match
reproduce the pureness of an acoustic’s unplugged Input to mic, pre-amplifier. floor pedals. 1 meg Ohm return impedance to
sound is a must for many performers. Channel 3 -Transducer. prevent interaction with swell pedals.
The main Transducer channel is intended for 2. Phase switch.
To amplify the subtle nuances and natural 16. Fixed EQ.
characteristics of acoustic instruments requires an piezo type acoustic transducers either direct from Reverses the phase of channel 1 only -to
amplifier of great flexibility and superb overall the instrument or from pre-amped devices. prevent frequency cancellation problems when Sweepable mid range circuit + or -12dB,
tone. mic’ing an instrument in conjunction with a pick- 250Hz to 2K5Hz.
It's highly flexible features include active up device through another channel.
The unique design and high versatility of the volume and EQ, two specially designed anti- 17. Low and high active E.Q.
Acoustic Soloist offers all this within its three feedback filters and a unique ‘pick attack’ control 3. Active Volume/ gain control. Provides cut and boost of + or -12 dB at
independent channels, each designed for a specific which accentuates the contrast between plectrum For optimum headroom/ noise performance 80 Hz (lo) and 8 KHz (hi).
purpose but with the flexibility to provide much and finger picking styles. controls the channel gain level.
more -plus the ability for each channel to be used It also has a ‘pedal level’ effects loop suitable
simultaneously. for connecting floor pedals such as delays, 4. 3 Band active EQ. Master Section.
compressors, swell pedals etc, exclusively through Provides cut and boost of + or -12 dB at
80 Hz (lo), 600 Hz (mid) and 8 KHz (hi). 18. Mix control.
Channel 1 -Microphone. this channel.
Controls the level of effects/ dry signal when
Featuring a balanced XLR connector into a 5. Chorus in/ out push switch. using external effects processors through the
studio grade pre-amplifier with active volume and The Master Section. Selects the chorus in or out of this channel. effects loop.
EQ controls. The Acoustic Soloist boasts an 80 watt stereo 19. Stereo Reverb.
A phase switch is provided to prevent (40 watts per side) power amplifier specifically
designed for wide frequency response and low
Channel 2 -Magnetic Auxiliary. With depth control, footswitchable with LED
problems when linking an instrument in status indicator.
conjunction with a pick-up device through another distortion. Semi ‘soft knee’ limiting is included so 6. Jack input.
channel. maximum headroom can be achieved cleanly 20. Output volume.
Jack input of approximately 10 Meg input Z.
without any undue harshness.
The flexibility of this channel enables the use Controls the overall output volume level.
of a microphone for either instrument or vocal The built in stereo reverb creates warm, 7. Shift push switch.
reproduction, making the Acoustic Soloist ideal natural depth while Marshall’s renowned Selects flat response for acoustic and tailored 21. Stereo Chorus.
for the ‘solo’ performer playing small gigs, where analogue chorus provides a stereo spread that adds response for electric guitar. Front panel on/ off switch for Stereo Chorus
space is at a premium. incredible width to the sound. with LED indication. Note:( this item is also
8. Active Volume/ Gain control. footswitchable (see item 23).
Controls the channel gain level.
Channel 2 -Magnetic Auxiliary. The Rear Panel. For the footswitch to function the panel
9. 3 Band Active EQ. switch should be pushed to the‘in’position.
As well as being perfect for magnetic or piezo The Acoustic Soloist features a ‘Phase
type acoustic pick-ups, this multi purpose channel Reversal’ switch on the rear panel that will help to Provides cut and boost of + or - 12 dB at 22. Stereo Chorus.
is also ideal for inputing a backing tape or drum eliminate one of the most common problems 80 Hz (lo), 600 Hz (mid) and 8KHz (hi).
Dual voice LFO’s with resonance, intensity
machine. associated with amplified acoustic instruments - and rate controls.
unwanted feedback and overtones. Furthermore, it 10. Chorus in/ out push switch.
A shift switch re-voices the channel to suit does so without compromising the tone in the Selects the chorus in or out of this channel.
clean, electric guitar and is excellent for jazz or slightest.

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WARNING! Also included are stereo line-outs, for direct
linking to larger sound re-inforcement systems,
Channel 3 -Transducer.
an effects loop with mono send and stereo return 11. Jack input.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING LIST CAREFULLY. jacks and Reverb/ Chorus footswitch jack.
With source select pushswitch for piezo or
A. The Plug attatched to the mains lead provided is wired in accordance with the
E pre-amped input. Piezo -10 meg input. Pre-amp -
following colour code. Blue -neutral. Green/Yellow -Earth. Brown -Live (UK only).
Speaker complement. 100K input.

GREEN/YELLOW
B. Always ensure that the value of the fuse corresponds to the rating marked on the plug.
L
To help ensure that the Acoustic Soloist’s 12. Active Volume/ Gain control.

WN
BLU
sound remains warm and natural, we’ve used two

BRO
C. Never under any circumstances, operate the amplifier without an earth. N Controls the channel gain level.
specially voiced Celestion 10" speakers that have
D. Always have this equipment serviced or repaired by competent, qualified personnel. extended low and high frequency response with a 13. FB1 & FB2 Anti-Feedback filters.
E. Do not attempt to remove the amplifier chassis, there are no user serviceable parts flat mid-range. This means that the sound always Very narrow notch filters centered on the two
has superb clarity and dynamic response even at frequency bands normally problematic with
inside. high volume levels. Also a piezo type dome
G. Never use any amplifier in damp or wet conditions. acoustic guitars.
tweeter provides all the high-end crispness you
H. Please read this instruction manual carefully before switching on. could ever need. 14. Pick Attack control.
Centre off control to add or subtract the
Front Panel higher harmonics of the signal to either remove
Acoustic Soloist -AS80R. country style playing. This makes the Acoustic
Soloist the ideal amp for singers who also need to
pick noise or accentuate these frequencies when
utililising finger style playing.
Due to the increased popularity of acoustic play acoustic and electric rhythm guitar for their Channel 1 -Microphone.
and electro/ acoustic instruments, a dedicated backing. 15. Pedal Level Effects Loop.
amplification system that can accurately 1. XLR -Balanced input. (Pre gain and EQ) Effects loop to match
reproduce the pureness of an acoustic’s unplugged Input to mic, pre-amplifier. floor pedals. 1 meg Ohm return impedance to
sound is a must for many performers. Channel 3 -Transducer. prevent interaction with swell pedals.
The main Transducer channel is intended for 2. Phase switch.
To amplify the subtle nuances and natural 16. Fixed EQ.
characteristics of acoustic instruments requires an piezo type acoustic transducers either direct from Reverses the phase of channel 1 only -to
amplifier of great flexibility and superb overall the instrument or from pre-amped devices. prevent frequency cancellation problems when Sweepable mid range circuit + or -12dB,
tone. mic’ing an instrument in conjunction with a pick- 250Hz to 2K5Hz.
It's highly flexible features include active up device through another channel.
The unique design and high versatility of the volume and EQ, two specially designed anti- 17. Low and high active E.Q.
Acoustic Soloist offers all this within its three feedback filters and a unique ‘pick attack’ control 3. Active Volume/ gain control. Provides cut and boost of + or -12 dB at
independent channels, each designed for a specific which accentuates the contrast between plectrum For optimum headroom/ noise performance 80 Hz (lo) and 8 KHz (hi).
purpose but with the flexibility to provide much and finger picking styles. controls the channel gain level.
more -plus the ability for each channel to be used It also has a ‘pedal level’ effects loop suitable
simultaneously. for connecting floor pedals such as delays, 4. 3 Band active EQ. Master Section.
compressors, swell pedals etc, exclusively through Provides cut and boost of + or -12 dB at
80 Hz (lo), 600 Hz (mid) and 8 KHz (hi). 18. Mix control.
Channel 1 -Microphone. this channel.
Controls the level of effects/ dry signal when
Featuring a balanced XLR connector into a 5. Chorus in/ out push switch. using external effects processors through the
studio grade pre-amplifier with active volume and The Master Section. Selects the chorus in or out of this channel. effects loop.
EQ controls. The Acoustic Soloist boasts an 80 watt stereo 19. Stereo Reverb.
A phase switch is provided to prevent (40 watts per side) power amplifier specifically
designed for wide frequency response and low
Channel 2 -Magnetic Auxiliary. With depth control, footswitchable with LED
problems when linking an instrument in status indicator.
conjunction with a pick-up device through another distortion. Semi ‘soft knee’ limiting is included so 6. Jack input.
channel. maximum headroom can be achieved cleanly 20. Output volume.
Jack input of approximately 10 Meg input Z.
without any undue harshness.
The flexibility of this channel enables the use Controls the overall output volume level.
of a microphone for either instrument or vocal The built in stereo reverb creates warm, 7. Shift push switch.
reproduction, making the Acoustic Soloist ideal natural depth while Marshall’s renowned Selects flat response for acoustic and tailored 21. Stereo Chorus.
for the ‘solo’ performer playing small gigs, where analogue chorus provides a stereo spread that adds response for electric guitar. Front panel on/ off switch for Stereo Chorus
space is at a premium. incredible width to the sound. with LED indication. Note:( this item is also
8. Active Volume/ Gain control. footswitchable (see item 23).
Controls the channel gain level.
Channel 2 -Magnetic Auxiliary. The Rear Panel. For the footswitch to function the panel
9. 3 Band Active EQ. switch should be pushed to the‘in’position.
As well as being perfect for magnetic or piezo The Acoustic Soloist features a ‘Phase
type acoustic pick-ups, this multi purpose channel Reversal’ switch on the rear panel that will help to Provides cut and boost of + or - 12 dB at 22. Stereo Chorus.
is also ideal for inputing a backing tape or drum eliminate one of the most common problems 80 Hz (lo), 600 Hz (mid) and 8KHz (hi).
Dual voice LFO’s with resonance, intensity
machine. associated with amplified acoustic instruments - and rate controls.
unwanted feedback and overtones. Furthermore, it 10. Chorus in/ out push switch.
A shift switch re-voices the channel to suit does so without compromising the tone in the Selects the chorus in or out of this channel.
clean, electric guitar and is excellent for jazz or slightest.

2 3
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Rear Panel

23. Footswitch jack.

Twin footswitch for chorus and reverb
switching functions.
24. Effects Send jack.
Jack socket to feed the input of an external
effects processor.
25. Effects Return jacks.
Sockets to accept the left and right outputs
from an external effects processor. From the Chairman
26. Phase Reversal switch. I would like to thank you personally for selecting
Reverses the system phase to enhance Marshall’s first ever venture into acoustic guitar
acoustic control (feedback and overtone amplification, the Acoustic Soloist.
elimination) when using the amplifier in a
confined space with the guitar. The Marshall reputation for producing classic tones that
have led the field in electric guitar amplification for over
27. Line Out jacks. three decades, has been achieved by a combination of many
Left and right line out jacks suitable for factors. Most notably as a result of our constant investment
direct connection to PA or recording mixers. into research and development, plus our ability to listen to
musicians and produce the sounds they desire. The latest
result of our listening is the Acoustic Soloist.
Retaining all the hallmarks of unrivalled Marshall quality,
the AS80R Acoustic Soloist has been built by my dedicated
team of experts with the utmost versatility in mind.
I suggest that you read this handbook carefully in order to
fully understand the many sounds and functions contained
within your amplifier.
As is the case with all our fine products, the Acoustic
Soloist is built to withstand the test of time. When it comes
to quality and reliability Marshall is world famous for never
compromising.
The incredible sound, features and flexibility of the
Acoustic Soloist make it the combo amplifier that every
acoustic performer has been waiting for.
I’m sure you will enjoy your new Marshall amplifier
immensely and I wish you every success with it.
Sincerely,

5 2
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Front Panel
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Microphone Transducer
Acoustic Control
Volume Lo Mid Hi Volume FBF1 FBF2 Attack FX Return Reverb Output ACOUSTIC
Volume

Negative
SOLOIST

Positive

Preamp
Input

Piezo
Chorus 0

0 10 -12 +12 -12 +12 -12 +12 0 10 0 10 0 10 - + 0 10 0 10 0 10

Phase Input source Reverb Chorus
On On
Elec.Guitar
Send Return E.Q. Chorus
1
Flat

Power
Chorus

0 10 -12 +12 -12 +12 -12 +12 -12 +12 -12 +12 250 2k5 -12 +12 0 10 min max Slow Fast LFO1 LFO2 Model A1080
Shift Volume Lo Mid Hi Pedal Loop Lo Mid Frequency Hi Resonance Intensity Rate Modulation
Magnetic/Auxillary

16

6 7 8 9 10 15 17 22

Rear Panel

Where applicable, This Apparatus Must Be Earthed Line Out Effects Return
WARNING! No user serviceable parts inside; refer servicing to qualified
personnel only. Rev/Chorus
Left Right Left Right Effects send Footswitch
WARNING! Risk of shock. Do not open Output
MAINS INPUT Phase
AVIS! Risque de choc. Ne pas ouvrir.
230V ~ 50 Hz
350 Watts Fire & Shock Hazard: Do not expose this unit to rain or moisture.
Manufactured in Great Britain by: Marshall Amplification plc, Bletchley, + –
Milton Keynes.

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