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Marshall CODE Series amps.
https://marshallamps.com/products/amplifiers/code/



https://marshallamps.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/CODE50_OwnersManual_April16.pdf

https://marshallamps.com/gateway/
https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/marshall-gateway/id1065905995?mt=8




From Music Radar NAMM news:

Although Marshall and Softube dipped its toes in the modelling waters back in 2010 with the JMD series, CODE signifies a serious step into a digital future, with the launch of an entirely new range of heads, combos and cabs.

Designed to offer "authentic modelling" of classic and contemporary Marshall tones via Marshall-Softube (MST) modelling, as well as "professional quality" effects, CODE offers 14 preamps, four power amps and eight speaker cabinets.

CODE's MST preamps include JTM45 2245, 1962 Bluesbreaker, 1959SLP Plexi, JCM800 2203, JCM2555 Silver Jubilee, JCM2000 DSL100, JVM410H and more, while power amp voicings on offer are EL34, 5881, EL84 & 6L6 – there's a selection of speaker cabs, too: 1960, 1960V, 1960AX, 1936V, 1912, 1974X and more.

Bluetooth is included across the range, allowing players to stream audio, as well as remotely control the amp and share presets with others users via the Marshall Gateway app – USB offers DAW integration and audio playback, too.

The CODE series starts at £169 for the CODE25 1x10 combo, progressing to £349 for the CODE100 2x12" combo – full prices are below:
•CODE25 1 x 10" combo £169
•CODE50 1 x 12" combo £229
•CODE100 2x12" combo £349
•CODE100H head £289
•CODE412 4x12" speaker cabinet £199
•CODE footcontroller £39

Full specifications
•100 user editable presets
•14 preamp models
•4 power amp models
•8 speaker cabinet models
•24 pro quality FX
•Up to 5 FX simultaneously
•Bluetooth & USB connectivity
•Marshall Gateway compatible
•Headphone output
•Line input
•Tuner
•Programmable footcontroller (sold separately)


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Marshall Code Q&A
https://my.marshall.com/questions
MY MARSHALL FAQ.

CODE

HOW MANY PRESETS CAN I STORE ON CODE?

You can overwrite any of the 100 presets to make the amp your own.
CAN I STREAM AUDIO VIA BLUETOOTH TO MY CODE AMP?

Yes. Simply pair and play from your music or via the Gateway app. Please bear in mind that the primary purpose for the speaker in CODE is for guitar signal.
WHAT SPEAKER OUTPUT(S) DOES THE CODE100H HAVE?

The CODE100H has a 1 x 4 ohm speaker output. The CODE 412 is a 4 ohm speaker cabinet.
I ALREADY HAVE A STANDARD SPEAKER CABINET. CAN I USE THIS WITH THE CODE100H?

This all depends on your cabinet impedance. If you have a cabinet which is rated at 4 ohms then you can use it with the CODE100H. For example, most Marshall 1960 4 x "12 cabinets cater for 4 ohms.
WHAT IF MY SPEAKER CABINET IS 8 OHMS?

If you run the CODE100H with an 8 ohm speaker cabinet, you will not be able to get the full power output of the amplifier. It's not a valve amp, so the risk of damage is decreased, but you do this at your own risk.
CAN I STILL USE THE CODE CAB MODELS IF I'M USING MY OWN SPEAKER CABINET?

Of course! You can still use the speaker cab models for tonal variation.
IS THERE A 2 X 12" SPEAKER CABINET OPTION FOR THE CODE100H?

There are no plans to offer a 2x12 extension cabinet for the CODE range. However, the CODE100 is a 2 x 12" combo.
DO THE CODE 25, 50 OR 100 COMBOS HAVE ADDITIONAL SPEAKER OUTPUTS?

There are no additional speaker outputs on the combos.
WHAT SPEAKERS ARE IN THE CODE COMBOS?

The speakers in the CODE combos and CODE 412 speaker cabinet are custom voiced guitar speakers.
DOES THE CODE RANGE HAVE A LINEOUT?

You can use the headphone output as a line out. Alternatively you can use the USB as a line out for recording via computer etc.
CAN I USE CODE ALONGSIDE A VALVE AMP?

You can connect CODE via the headphone output to the power amp in/FX return of a valve amp if you want to use CODE with valve power.
DOES THE CODE RANGE HAVE AN FX LOOP FOR RUNNING EXTERNAL FX?

The CODE100 and CODE100H have an FX loop with send and return on the rear panel.
CAN I USE MY ACOUSTIC GUITAR WITH THE CODE RANGE?

Yes! Although primarily designed for electric guitar use, CODE has a preamp called 'Natural' which is ideal for electro acoustic guitar. We wouldn't recommend using one of the power amp models with this, but you can still use all of the CODE built in FX with your acoustic too. You can of course save these settings to create your own 'Acoustic' preset. You could also use this setting for keyboard etc.
DOES THE CODE RANGE HAVE A NOISE GATE?

Yes. Within the preamp menu, there is a noise gate with adjustable threshold; the level of which can be changed to suit every preset you create.
ARE THERE PRESENCE & RESONANCE CONTROLS?

Yes. Within the Power Amp menu, there are separate presence and resonance controls; the levels of which can be changed to suit each preset you create.
DOES THE CODE RANGE SUPPORT MIDI?

Yes. Via the USB, CODE appears as a standard MIDI interface and sends and responds to standard MIDI data. You can do everything from basic preset changes during MIDI playback to full automation of every parameter.
CAN I USE CODE WITH MY DAW?

Yes.
COULD I BYPASS ALL SECTIONS OTHER THAN THE PREAMP MODELS TO STREAM INTO THE AMP AN ALREADY PROCESSED PC SIGNAL VIA 1/4" GUITAR INPUT?

Yes. You can use the amp as an interface without using any of the in-built amp or FX options if you wish.
IS THE USB OR LINE-IN LEVEL EQUAL TO THE 1/4" GUITAR INPUT?

The input sources will vary but in the end you have control over the channel volume, USB level (via computer) and line in level (Via whatever you have plugged in) to balance them how you wish. Master Volume then takes care of overall level.
HOW DOES THE CODE 4 WAY FOOTSWITCH (PEDL-91009) WORK?

This dual mode footswitch either allows you to store 30 of your favourite presets via banks A-J and buttons 1-3, or in 'Switch' mode assign any of the front panel buttons to the footswitch.
WHICH CODE MODELS CAN I USE THE 4 WAY FOOTSWITCH (PEDL-91009) WITH?

This footswitch works with all CODE models in the range.
I WANT TO USE THE CODE100H AT HOME FOR RECORDING. CAN I USE IT WITHOUT A SPEAKER CABINET?

Yes. Due to its nature, you do not have to have a speaker cabinet plugged into the head if you want to use it at home for recording or even practise with headphones.
HOW MANY TONAL COMBINATIONS ARE THERE ON CODE?

CODE has 15 preamp models, 4 power amp models, 8 speaker cabinet models and 24 FX. Those alone give over 11,000 possible tonal combinations. If you then take into account the variable settings on EQ, FX and more, the possibilities are endless.

Elantric

#1
https://soundreview.org/gear/amplifiers/marshall-code-25-review/
MARSHALL CODE 25 REVIEW

Marshall Code 25
by STEPHEN CHARLTON
2016/04/10


PRODUCT NAME
Marshall Code 25



POSITIVES
•   Great value for money
•   Light enough for portability
•   Huge variety of customisable tones
•   Effects and modelling implemented well
•   User-friendly Gateway app
•   USB recording option

NEGATIVES
•   Optional footswitch isn't cheap
•   Code 25 control scheme is cut down compared to bigger amps
•   No effects loop

RATING
OUR RATING
USER RATING
RATE HERE
SOUND QUALITY
84%
67%
APPEARANCE
87%
79%
WORTH IT?
92%
77%
FEATURES
86%
70%
BOTTOM LINE
The Marshall Code 25 is a great digital amp that is both affordable and portable. For the price, you get a huge amount of sonic options.

87%
OUR RATING
73%
USER RATING
33 RATINGS


The Marshall Code 25 is the smallest offering in the new modelling amp series. The Code line-up features fully-programmable digital amps. The series was launched in January and caused some big waves in the industry at the time. The Code 25 is a 25-watt 1×10 combo. There are four other models in the series: the Marshall Code 50 (50w, 1×12 combo), Code 100 (100w, 2×12 combo), Code 100H (100w head) and Code 412 (4×12 cabinet). All the amps are closed-back designs, providing a focused, modern sound.

Marshall Code 25 feature set
The Code 25 has a smaller screen than the other models in the series. The control panel combines the Edit and Preset knobs, while the larger amps have dedicated knobs for each function. Apart from that, the models are really quite similar to one another. The main difference between each one is the power amp and speaker set-up. The 10-inch speaker on the Code 25 means it lacks some of the grunt of the 12-inch speakers in the larger amps. The amp weighs in at just 6.1k and measures 350mm x 340mm x 215mm (W x H x D). That makes the amp nice and portable, although it's more in practice amp territory than anything more serious. The Code 50 and upwards could be used more effectively onstage.

Marshall Code 25
Marshall Code 25
Modelling amps don't always have the finest reputation among guitarists. There's certainly a fair share of rubbish digital amps on the market. However, it would be a mistake to lump the Code amps in with these digital pretenders. The new amps may be deceptively affordable, but Marshall have clearly put an enormous amount of expertise and fine-tuning into these amplifiers to make them very appealing prospect.

Code modelling amps developed with Softube
Marshall Code 25 Control Panel
Marshall Code 25 Amplifier Control Panel
The Marshall Code power amp, preamp and speaker cabinet modelling sounds were developed in collaboration with Swedish company Softube. The modelling system is quite advanced and runs the gamut of classic and contemporary Marshall tones, as well as innovations made by other influential amp manufacturers. The modelling options include 24 effects, 14 preamps, 4 power amps and 8 speaker cabinets. The modelling options can be mixed together in any combination, enabling the creation of some unconventional and creative set-ups. All of the Marshall Code amps have the full complement of digital modelling effects and amps. Each amp has the ability to store 100 customisable presets.

24 effects on offer
Marshall Code 25
Marshall Code 25
The available effects include: Compression, auto wah, tremolo, chorus, flanger, phaser, pitch shifter, delays with tap tempo, reverbs and stompbox distortions. A maximum of five effects can be engaged at any one time. The included effects sound quite good. Naturally they can't touch the quality of dedicated effects units, but as far as on-board digital amp effects go, they are pretty impressive. The modelling stompboxes work in a similar manner to an external stompbox, adding some extra thickness, sustain and presence to your playing. Adding an external boost/overdrive pedal to the amplifier is another possibility if you aren't happy with the onboard options. It will react to the Code amp in a surprisingly convincing way, presenting similar results to what you get when you pair an overdrive pedal with a tube amp. Presumably to keep the cost down, Marshall didn't include an effects loop for the Code amps, which will disappoint some players.

Marshall Gateway App
Marshall Gateway App Effects Screen
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The amps have an understated, almost vintage look to them. It's a bit of a mix of past and present Marshall designs. As mentioned guitarists can be suspicious of modelling amps or anything too newfangled so it was probably a smart move. The controls on each of the combo amps are located in a recessed area to the rear of the top panel. The controls on the Marshall Code 100H are recessed located on the front panel of the head. The amps don't have hard protectors located on the corners or anything special in the construction department. However they are reasonably sturdy and the controls are out of harm's way.

Optional footswitch for on-stage use
If you want to use the amp onstage, you may want to consider picking up the optional foot-controller, the PEDL-91009. It'll set you back $69.99 though. The controller has four footswitches and an LED read-out to keep track of things. It's fully-programmable and can be used to control 30 presets or control panel functions.



Marshall PEDL-91009
Marshall PEDL-91009 Code Foot Controller
If you aren't gigging the amp control panel or the Gateway app should fulfil all your needs. The app is quite powerful and is free to use. It communicates with the amp though Bluetooth. If your friend has a Code amp and you drop by, you'll even be able to load up your app presets on their amp. All the amp functions can be controlled via the physical control panel, so you won't be missing out if you're not running the app. However, users of the Marshall Code 25 will benefit more from the app than those who pick up the larger amps. This is because of the smaller screen and less generous control scheme on the Code 25. Hence the Gateway app will help you navigate the modelling system a lot faster.

Marshall Gateway App
Marshall Gateway App Modelling Options
The app is very user-friendly. It's laid-out in a logical and clear fashion that makes quick tweaks quite easy. The Bluetooth functionality also allows you to stream music from iOS or Android devices and play along to the tracks. There's also a dedicated mini-jack socket to connect such a device. Unsurprisingly, the Code amps are tailored sonically as guitar amps, not as hi-fi speakers. However, it's still a nice touch.

USB connectivity for use in the studio
In addition to Bluetooth, the Code amps have USB connectivity. You can use this to play music from your computer or use your Code amp as a DAW interface for recording. The latter function is a great inclusion. The modelling amps and effects are so in-depth that the Code amps would immediately lend themselves to use in the home studio. The USB connection can also send and receive MIDI data. There's no dedicated line out but Marshall state the headphone jack can be used for that purpose.

The Marshall Code 25 is a great digital amp that is both affordable and portable. It's not easy to get modelling amps right on a budget but Marshall have definitely done it with the Code series. The Code 25 does have a slightly limited control scheme compared to the bigger amps. However for the price, you get a huge amount of sonic options. The free Gateway app and USB connectivity for recording are excellent inclusions as well.

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Specification
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GENERAL
Model: 25C
Range: Code
Technology: Digital
ELECTRONICS

Presets: 100
Wattage: 25w
Inputs: 1
Controls: Bass, middle, treble, gain, volume, pre fx, amp, mod, del, rev, power, cab
Pre amp models: 14
Power amp models: 4
Speaker cabinet models: 8
FX: 24 (5 simultaneously)
SPEAKERS:

Size: 10"
ACCESSORIES:

Footswitch: PEDL-91009 (available separately)
Cables: Power
DIMENSIONS:

Weight (kg): 6.1
Dimensions (mm): 350 x 340 x 215 (w x h x d)

Elantric


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For quite some time now there has been a significant gap in Marshall's amp line up in an area that has seen a lot of activity from other companies in the market, namely affordable digital amp modelling technology, with in-built effects with a companion mobile/tablet app. It's clearly a very lucrative section of the market that has been exploited well by the likes of Line 6, Peavey and Blackstar in particular. Finally, Marshall has released its CODE amplifier range in response, combining all the features mentioned into a very affordable series of amps that should give the competition something to think about. The range is available as a 25W combo all the way up to a 100W head - Marshall sent us the mid-range 50W 1x12 combo for our review.
To develop the CODE technology, Marshall teamed up with renowned audio plugin developers, Softube to produce accurate MST (Marshall-Softube) models of fourteen classic and modern Marshall pre-amps, four power amps and eight Marshall cabs. Softube is extremely respected in the industry for its accurate amp modelling skills, having worked with Marshall before to produce superb amp models for Universal Audio's DSP platform. On top of the amp models, Marshall has built in 24 effect types including Compressors, Reverbs, Delays, Distortion and Overdrive pedals, Phaser, Flanger, Wah, Chorus and more. Up to five of these effects can be run simultaneously, giving users a complete rig with hugely versatile tonal possibilities in a compact and highly affordable product.
In line with other manufacturers' products in this area, Marshall has included Bluetooth connectivity for connecting a smartphone or tablet (both iOS and Android) to their excellent 'Gateway' app for controlling all features of the amp remotely and for streaming music though the onboard speaker. Marshall has gone for a mid-focussed, 'guitar-type' speaker here, rather than a full-range one, so music sounds a little boomy and aggressive, but it's a nice feature to have for practice, even if you probably wouldn't use this in your living room or at a party to play tunes through. Also included is a mini USB port that allows the CODE50 to function as an audio interface within your DAW for recording and playback and for firmware updates. An AUX in and headphone socket are present too.
Marshall has built the CODE50 to be as user friendly as possible, even when using the front panel, and the layout is extremely familiar thanks to its traditional amp controls for Gain, Bass, Mid, Treble, Volume and Master in the classic gold topped black dials. Eight soft-push buttons with LEDs allow for pre-amp, effects, power amp and cab selection and editing with the effects divided into Modulation, Delay, Reverb and Pre FX categories, plus a preset storage button to save edited sounds. Editing a parameter is as simple as pushing the relevant button, followed pushing the edit dial down until you find the desired parameter before using the edit knob dial in the sound you need. Each of the effects has multiple variations such as Hall, Plate and Room reverbs, Tape, Digital and Analogue delays and all manner of modulations. The unit is a breeze to use without ever reading the manual and the small LCD screen more than adequately displays what you need in order to develop your tones with the minimum of fuss. Using the free 'Gateway' app is even easier with the app laid out in a very logical manner that shouldn't require more than a minute or so to become familiar with for all but the most technology challenged.   
The amp is well built for this price point and wonderfully light in weight thanks to its digital front end and solid state power section. The rubbery handle feels like it might need careful treatment over the years, but all of the controls feel very solid indeed and there is very little else on the amp that could break or fail. It's a little dull looking from the front with its all black finish, but it wouldn't look out of place in a living room or bedroom and doesn't take up too much space as a practice or rehearsal amp or even for gigging (it's certainly loud enough).
In terms of the sounds available, things are pretty impressive at this price point. The CODE range certainly keeps up with the competition and all of the amp models feel very touch responsive and realistic, and more importantly are great fun to play with. The range of pre-amps is superb, with a wide offering of classic and modern Marshall amps to play with and, thanks to the mid-focussed speaker setup, they always feel like the proper 'amp-in-the-room' sounds that can be hard to achieve with a full range speaker. The effects are also excellent - a far cry from what was available at this price even a few years ago, and can really be termed studio quality, especially the delays and reverbs. For once, the presets are actually usable too with a range of vintage and modern tones setup for right out of the box (plus the obligatory 'lost in space' tones too of course). To make the most of the 100 presets in a live scenario the footswitch is recommended and this costs extra, but it's a very reasonable price and makes the CODE50 a real contender for use in band situations.
Marshall has ticked all the boxes here with the CODE50. Excellent tones at this price point with hugely versatile applications for all those on board amp models and effects. The app is excellent and Marshall has really nailed the ease of use that is required with this level of potential complexity. It doesn't quite fit the bill in terms of a music listening device, but as an affordable modelling amplifier it is very good indeed and everything we might have hoped for in its class.

Elantric

#6
Fresh out of the box - bulk of the factory presets exhibit bright buzzy sounds with poor articulation on the low strings.

But the Bluetooth iPhone control works great, and with careful re-programming this amp can work OK.

although I feel a Cube-40/80 or Mustang III V2 has better dynamic range and fewer digital artifacts during note decay

The Marshall Code A/D / D/A Dynamic range matches its price point i.e. its similar to a Peavey Vypyr VIP2 -

The Vypyr might actually get better / broader sounds than the Code amps.

The CODE's Pitch shifter is a can of bees - no substitute for a Eventide H9 here !

The Pitch shifter and most FX in Mustang III V2 are superior and some are Stereo - compared to the Mono FX only in the CODE.

Also the Marshall CODE Gateway IOS Music Player Plays music in Stereo to the CODE's Headphone output - but would not play many of my iTunes songs, despite most being purchased via iTunes (maybe a DRM issue)

You do get what you pay for

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Had more play time with my Marshall Code 50.

This time I used my Gibson Les Paul CS8, and I had a much better tone and better midrange compared to my Reverend Warhawk with P90's
It does deliver many classic Marshall sounds

admin

#7
QuoteAlso of interest. Someone into coding has been writing a Midi tool that lets you control the CODE via a midi controller and is having some success in developing a utility that might end up being an alternative to gateway with the ability to edit and save presets. There is a bunch of info including midi codes for the amp on this thread over at marshallforums if anyone is interested.

http://www.marshallforum.com/index.php?threads/marshall-code-patch-sharing-longhand-for-now.90691/page-5

James Clent wrote>
I found a good example of SYSEX In processing in the language that I'm using, so can try that tonight.
I also found an example (for Behringer) to request individual and all patch data... Fingers crossed....
My Eleven Rack (which is my main recording amp) does program changes via SYSEX, while Marshall uses the traditional (MIDI 1.0) program changes (0xB)

Was fun yesterday turning my studio on, all of a sudden I had 9 MIDI input devices and 8 MIDI output devices.
(The behringer footpedal I use with the 11 rack, does not have MIDI in connected)

Anyway, I'd better get some work done, before anyone starts wondering what the heck I'm


we can only control the parameters that the code has open for edit (which are ALL of them).
You will not be able to attach an expression pedal, just because there is no JACK or MIDI connection for it, BUT and here is the good news you will be able to send CC# to the code, meaning you can modulate EVERY parameter in the code in real-time doing so. But only from your DAW or specialized software.

In other words, I can make a GAIN pedal function that will allow you to change the level of GAIN on the pre-amp as if you were using a pedal.
Same with the Depth of the Chorus, or the delay time, or.... anything you can think off. As long as the Code has it.

The parameters that can be changed are.... (drum roll.....) anything you see in Andy K's list all parameters in that list are programmable and changeable.
Other than than, I'm having a hard time with my MIDI software to get SYSEX messages. If anyone has ever programmed SYSEX on windows, please help...

OK, toodles.
James
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Here is the complete MIDI layout. Everything is send through continuous controllers.
There where the values have special meanings (like cabinets, amps, preamps, fx, etc) I have added the code numbers for it as well.

This list is long :)
James

So, below example:
MARSHALL_CODE_GAIN: to send GAIN parameter, use CC# 0x46 (dec: 70) and then values 0x00 - 0x64 (dec 0 - 100)
The code sees 100 and makes it into 10.0 (so it divides everything by 10) 58 = 5.8, etc

;---------------- EQ Section --------------------------------------------
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_GAIN = 0x46 ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_BASS = 0x47 ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_MIDDLE = 0x48 ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_TREBLE = 0x49 ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_VOLUME = 0x4A ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_GATE_THRESHOLD = 0x53 ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)

;---------------- Button Controls -----------------------------------
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PREFX_ONOFF = 0x4B ; 00=Off, 01=On
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PREAMP_ONOFF = 0x51 ; 00=Off, 01=On
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_MOD_ONOFF = 0x55 ; 00=Off, 01=On
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_DELAY_ONOFF = 0x67 ; 00=Off, 01=On
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_REVERB_ONOFF = 0x6C ; 00=Off, 01=On
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_POWERAMP_ONOFF = 0x72 ; 00=Off, 01=On
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_CAB_ONOFF = 0x74 ; 00=Off, 01=On

;---------------- CABINETS -----------------------------------
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_CAB_TYPE = 0x75 ; 00-07 (see below)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_CAB_1960 = 0x00
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_CAB_1960V = 0x01
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_CAB_1960AX = 0x02
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_CAB_1960HW = 0x03
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_CAB_1936 = 0x04
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_CAB_1936V = 0x05
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_CAB_1912 = 0x06
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_CAB_1974CX = 0x07

;---------------- Power Amps -----------------------------------
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_POWERAMP_TYPE = 0x73 ; 00-03
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_POWERAMP_CM100 = 0x00 ; Classic Marshall 100W
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_POWERAMP_VM30 = 0x01 ; Vintage Marshall 30W
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_POWERAMP_BCLA = 0x02 ; British Class A
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_POWERAMP_ACAB = 0x03 ; American Class A/B
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_POWERAMP_PRES = 0x76 ; Presence 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_POWERAMP_RES = 0x77 ; Resonance 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)

;---------------- Reverb -----------------------------------
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_REVERB_TYPE = 0x6D ; 00-03
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_REVERB_ROOM = 0x00
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_REVERB_HALL = 0x01
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_REVERB_SPRING = 0x02
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_REVERB_STADIUM = 0x03
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_REVERB_DECAY = 0x6E ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_REVERB_PREDELAY = 0x6F ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_REVERB_TONE = 0x70 ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_REVERB_LEVEL = 0x71 ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)

;---------------- Delay -----------------------------------------
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_DELAY_TYPE = 0x68 ; 00-03
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_DELAY_STUDIO = 0x00
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_DELAY_VINTAGE = 0x01
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_DELAY_MULTI = 0x02
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_DELAY_REVERSE = 0x03
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_DELAY_TIME_MSB = 0x1F ; 00-1F ( 0ms - 31ms multiplied by 128 )
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_DELAY_TIME_LSB = 0x3F ; 00-7F ( 0ms - 255ms, added to the above )
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_DELAY_TIME_MAX = 4000 ; 4000 = = 0x1F20
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_DELAY_FEEDBACK = 0x69 ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_DELAY_FREQUENCY = 0x6A ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_DELAY_AGE = 0x6A ; For Vintage Delay Only(0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_DELAY_PATTERN = 0x6A ; For Multi Delay Only (00 - 03)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_DELAY_LEVEL = 0x6B ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)

;---------------- Modulation -----------------------------------------
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_MOD_TYPE = 0x56 ; 00-03
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_MOD_CHORUS = 0x00
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_MOD_FLANGER = 0x01
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_MOD_PHASER = 0x02
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_MOD_TREMOLO = 0x03
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_MOD_MODE = 0x5A ; 00 - 01
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_MOD_MODE_CLS = 0x00 ; Classic (for Chorus & Phaser)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_MOD_MODE_VIB = 0x01 ; Vibrato (for Chorus & Phaser)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_MOD_MODE_JET = 0x00 ; Jet Flanger
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_MOD_MODE_MET = 0x01 ; Metallic Flanger
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_MOD_MODE_VLV = 0x00 ; Valve (Tremolo)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_MOD_MODE_SQR = 0x01 ; Square (Tremolo)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_MOD_SPEED = 0x57 ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_MOD_DEPTH = 0x59 ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_MOD_TONE = 0x66 ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_MOD_REGEN = 0x66 ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0) - For Flanger & Phaser only
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_MOD_SKEW = 0x66 ; 00-64 (-50 - +50) - For Tremolo only

;---------------- Pre-Amps -----------------------------------------
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PREAMP_TYPE = 0x52 ; 00-0E
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PRE_CLN_JTM45 = 0x00
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PRE_CLN_DSL = 0x01
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PRE_CLN_USA = 0x02
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PRE_CLN_JVM = 0x03
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PRE_CLN_ACCOUST = 0x04

Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PRE_CRN_BLUESB = 0x05
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PRE_CRN_PLEXI = 0x06
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PRE_CRN_USA = 0x07
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PRE_CRN_JCM800 = 0x08
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PRE_CRN_50UK = 0x09

Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PRE_OD_JVM = 0x0A
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PRE_OD_DSL = 0x0B
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PRE_OD_USA = 0x0C
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PRE_OD_JUBILEE = 0x0D

Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PRE_NATURAL = 0x0E

;---------------- Pre FX -----------------------------------------
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_TYPE = 0x4C ; 00-04
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_COMPRESSOR = 0x00
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_DISTORTION = 0x01
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_AUTOWAH = 0x02
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_PITCHSHIFT = 0x03

Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_COM_TONE = 0x4D ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_COM_RATIO = 0x4E ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_COM_COMP = 0x4F ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_COM_LEVEL = 0x50 ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)

Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_DIS_MODE = 0x4D ; 00-02 (00: GUV, 01: ODR, 02: DIS)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_DIS_DRIVE = 0x4E ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_DIS_TONE = 0x4F ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_DIS_LEVEL = 0x50 ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)

Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_WAH_MODE = 0x4D ; 00-01 ( 00: ENV, 01: LFO )
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_WAH_FREQ = 0x4E ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_WAH_SENS = 0x4F ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_WAH_RES = 0x50 ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)

Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_PSH_SEMI = 0x4D ; 00-18 (-12 - +12)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_PSH_FINE = 0x4E ; 00-64 (-50 - +50)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_PSH_REGEN = 0x4F ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_PSH_MIX = 0x50 ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)



Reply from Marshall on my request for help:
>Hello,
>A bunch of us on the forum are looking to build a librarian for the CODE amplifier.
>We know about Gateway, but gateway doesn't allow for external saving of patches, nor can I export/import patches from others. And if my phone breaks I have no more access to those patches.
>
>Using MIDI-OX I have been able to determine what the Patch SYSEX looks like and what the values mean, however at this time I'm not able to send a patch systex to the Code amplifier.
>
>It would be great if you could help me by providing me the SYSEX implementation of the CODE so we can build a true librarian and exchange program so more users get the benefit of awesome Code patches.
>
>Your help is much appreciated.
>James Clent

Hello James,

Thank you for your email,

Our tech team is actually working on doing this right now and it should be available as early as next week.

Kind regards,
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Marshall Support


lespauled

I was fooling around with this for over an hour at a Guitar Center.  I was having a blast.  I really liked some of the sounds you can get out of it with some tweaking via your phone.  Of course everything you can do on the phone, you can do on the amp itself.   It was a blast.  I was thinking of selling my Mustang and buy one, until I found out that there is no patch sharing.  The web is full with people posting screenshots of their settings  ???

Elantric

#9
its a moving target - should have CODE patch sharing  soon

http://www.marshallforum.com/index.php?threads/marshall-code-patch-sharing-longhand-for-now.90691/page-5

Download the Marshall Code Factory patch spreadsheet attached

I got the Code 50 ($200)- Bill Rupert just got a Code 25 as well !

QuoteI have a little code 25. Its so much fun and sounds so good for its size.
Such an amazing value! I just use humbuckers. And it sounds like a marshall!
LOUD

Elantric


CodeSmart

Maybe this is already covered thousands of times, but....
I've just spent a summer repackaging/optimizing a Mustang MIDI bridge code for a tiny Micro controller chip and bought a Mustang III V2 during that process. It's pretty good.

Been listening to a few CODE demos. Not bad either.

Please guys having both, in a few words, why I would like to see a Marshall CODE amp?

And if I did, to summarize, what things has the Mashall engineering team missed?

(BTW my Marshall JVM410H head is mighty powerful, has no emulation, just glowing tubes. Sounds great.)
But I got more gear than I need...and I like it!

Elantric

#12
My review at TGP sums it up.

http://www.thegearpage.net/board/index.php?threads/marshall-code.1663348/page-37

I got a Code 50 - demoed with my Reverend WarHawk 390 with P90's

Fresh out of the box - bulk of the factory presets exhibit bright buzzy sounds with poor articulation on the low strings.

But the Bluetooth iPhone control works great, and with careful re-programming this amp can work OK.

although I feel a Cube-40/80 or Mustang III V2 has better dynamic range and fewer digital artifacts during note decay

The Marshall Code A/D / D/A Dynamic range matches its price point i.e. its similar to a Peavey Vypyr VIP2 - might actually get better / broader sounds with a VIP2.

The CODE's Pitch shifter is a can of bees - no substitute for a Eventide H9 here !

The Pitch shifter and most FX in Mustang III V2 are superior and some are Stereo - compared to the Mono FX only in the CODE.

Also the Marshall CODE Gateway IOS Music Player Plays music in Stereo to the CODE's Headphone output - but would not play many of my iTunes songs, despite most being purchased via iTunes (maybe a DRM issue)

You do get what you pay for
------
Had more play time with my Marshall Code 50.

This time I used my Gibson Les Paul CS8, and I had a much better tone and better midrange compared to my Reverend Warhawk with P90's
It does deliver many classic Marshall sounds - but factory patches prefer les pauls with PAF humbuckers

CodeSmart

#13
Quote from: Elantric on September 01, 2016, 04:04:56 PM
My review at TGP sums it up.

Thanks, I keep my JVM410H


Hm...On the MIDI side, what can a nicely pimped MIDX-20 do to a CODE?
But I got more gear than I need...and I like it!

Elantric

#14
Quote
Hm...On the MIDI side, what can a nicely pimped MIDX-20 do to a CODE?

Marshall says the Code amps all have USB class compliant audio and MIDI via the USB and already work with any USB HOST TO 5 pin MIDI CONVERTER BOX.
QuoteDOES THE CODE RANGE SUPPORT MIDI?

Yes. Via the USB, CODE appears as a standard MIDI interface and sends and responds to standard MIDI data. You can do everything from basic preset changes during MIDI playback to full automation of every parameter.
So I'll just use my old iConnectivity Box and FCB -1010

Marshall is supposed to supply the Marshall CODE MIDI IMPLEMENTATION DOC soon.

Their FAQ States these amps respond to MIDI PATCH CHANGE Commands (there are 99 patch locations ) and they say every FX parameter is controllable via MIDI MIDI CC# -the details are already posted above in hex  here:
https://www.vguitarforums.com/smf/index.php?topic=18807.msg135198#msg135198

Elantric

Now in stock
Marshall PEDL-91009 4-way Footswitch for Code Amplifiers
4-way Footswitch for Marshall Code Guitar Amps with Preset Recall and LED Readout
Item ID: PEDL91009
http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/PEDL91009


vtgearhead

My CODE 50 should be here Friday.  I'm just a sucker for low-priced modeling amps.  Here's hoping it sounds better than its immediate predecessor (Peavey Vypyr VIP2).

Elantric

#17
Ive Had a Code 50 for 3 weeks now.
https://www.vguitarforums.com/smf/index.php?topic=18807.msg134521#msg134521


The Foot pedal just arrived today and plan on testing the patch to patch change delay time and try programming some patches I can use at a gig   

There is no free lunch (you get what you pay for) , I Paid $215 for my Code 50 ( a Restock at Chicago Music Exchange) factory patches are a bit buzzy and voiced to work best with a Les Paul with P.A.F. type Humbuckers - it sounded way too shrill with my Reverend Warhawk 390 with P90 type pickups.

As far as dynamic range  = its an even match between CODE 50 and Vypyr VIP2 - neither has the dynamic range of Axe-FX, Kemper, AmpliFIRE, or Boss GP-10, or Mustang III V2   It does have the Marshall Sound though - so to avoid the hiss, just avoid prolonged periods of muting all strings , just keep playing!

Elantric

#18
I got my PEDL91009 Footpedal

Using this pedal, the CODE 50's patch to patch change time is very fast, and the connection is a simple 1/4" TS cable - allows the CODE amps to be used live at gigs  - well worth it




vtgearhead

#19
I'm hoping MIDI patch change is practical, since that's where I'm going with all my stage gear.  Wait, I re-read the post above and don't see a mention of it responding to patch change - bummer if it's true.

admin

#20
Marshall CODE Amps already support MIDI Patch change - its mentioned in the FAQ
https://my.marshall.com/Faqs/Index/31

DOES THE CODE RANGE SUPPORT MIDI?

Yes. Via the USB, CODE appears as a standard MIDI interface and sends and responds to standard MIDI data. You can do everything from basic preset changes during MIDI playback to full automation of every parameter.



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QuoteMARSHALL_CODE_GAIN: to send GAIN parameter, use CC# 0x46 (dec: 70) and then values 0x00 - 0x64 (dec 0 - 100)
The code sees 100 and makes it into 10.0 (so it divides everything by 10) 58 = 5.8, etc

;---------------- EQ Section --------------------------------------------
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_GAIN = 0x46 ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_BASS = 0x47 ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_MIDDLE = 0x48 ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_TREBLE = 0x49 ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_VOLUME = 0x4A ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_GATE_THRESHOLD = 0x53 ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)

;---------------- Button Controls -----------------------------------
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PREFX_ONOFF = 0x4B ; 00=Off, 01=On
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PREAMP_ONOFF = 0x51 ; 00=Off, 01=On
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_MOD_ONOFF = 0x55 ; 00=Off, 01=On
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_DELAY_ONOFF = 0x67 ; 00=Off, 01=On
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_REVERB_ONOFF = 0x6C ; 00=Off, 01=On
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_POWERAMP_ONOFF = 0x72 ; 00=Off, 01=On
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_CAB_ONOFF = 0x74 ; 00=Off, 01=On

;---------------- CABINETS -----------------------------------
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_CAB_TYPE = 0x75 ; 00-07 (see below)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_CAB_1960 = 0x00
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_CAB_1960V = 0x01
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_CAB_1960AX = 0x02
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_CAB_1960HW = 0x03
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_CAB_1936 = 0x04
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_CAB_1936V = 0x05
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_CAB_1912 = 0x06
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_CAB_1974CX = 0x07

;---------------- Power Amps -----------------------------------
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_POWERAMP_TYPE = 0x73 ; 00-03
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_POWERAMP_CM100 = 0x00 ; Classic Marshall 100W
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_POWERAMP_VM30 = 0x01 ; Vintage Marshall 30W
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_POWERAMP_BCLA = 0x02 ; British Class A
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_POWERAMP_ACAB = 0x03 ; American Class A/B
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_POWERAMP_PRES = 0x76 ; Presence 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_POWERAMP_RES = 0x77 ; Resonance 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)

;---------------- Reverb -----------------------------------
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_REVERB_TYPE = 0x6D ; 00-03
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_REVERB_ROOM = 0x00
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_REVERB_HALL = 0x01
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_REVERB_SPRING = 0x02
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_REVERB_STADIUM = 0x03
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_REVERB_DECAY = 0x6E ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_REVERB_PREDELAY = 0x6F ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_REVERB_TONE = 0x70 ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_REVERB_LEVEL = 0x71 ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)

;---------------- Delay -----------------------------------------
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_DELAY_TYPE = 0x68 ; 00-03
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_DELAY_STUDIO = 0x00
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_DELAY_VINTAGE = 0x01
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_DELAY_MULTI = 0x02
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_DELAY_REVERSE = 0x03
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_DELAY_TIME_MSB = 0x1F ; 00-1F ( 0ms - 31ms multiplied by 128 )
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_DELAY_TIME_LSB = 0x3F ; 00-7F ( 0ms - 255ms, added to the above )
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_DELAY_TIME_MAX = 4000 ; 4000 = = 0x1F20
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_DELAY_FEEDBACK = 0x69 ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_DELAY_FREQUENCY = 0x6A ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_DELAY_AGE = 0x6A ; For Vintage Delay Only(0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_DELAY_PATTERN = 0x6A ; For Multi Delay Only (00 - 03)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_DELAY_LEVEL = 0x6B ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)

;---------------- Modulation -----------------------------------------
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_MOD_TYPE = 0x56 ; 00-03
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_MOD_CHORUS = 0x00
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_MOD_FLANGER = 0x01
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_MOD_PHASER = 0x02
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_MOD_TREMOLO = 0x03
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_MOD_MODE = 0x5A ; 00 - 01
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_MOD_MODE_CLS = 0x00 ; Classic (for Chorus & Phaser)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_MOD_MODE_VIB = 0x01 ; Vibrato (for Chorus & Phaser)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_MOD_MODE_JET = 0x00 ; Jet Flanger
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_MOD_MODE_MET = 0x01 ; Metallic Flanger
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_MOD_MODE_VLV = 0x00 ; Valve (Tremolo)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_MOD_MODE_SQR = 0x01 ; Square (Tremolo)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_MOD_SPEED = 0x57 ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_MOD_DEPTH = 0x59 ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_MOD_TONE = 0x66 ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_MOD_REGEN = 0x66 ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0) - For Flanger & Phaser only
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_MOD_SKEW = 0x66 ; 00-64 (-50 - +50) - For Tremolo only

;---------------- Pre-Amps -----------------------------------------
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PREAMP_TYPE = 0x52 ; 00-0E
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PRE_CLN_JTM45 = 0x00
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PRE_CLN_DSL = 0x01
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PRE_CLN_USA = 0x02
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PRE_CLN_JVM = 0x03
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PRE_CLN_ACCOUST = 0x04

Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PRE_CRN_BLUESB = 0x05
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PRE_CRN_PLEXI = 0x06
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PRE_CRN_USA = 0x07
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PRE_CRN_JCM800 = 0x08
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PRE_CRN_50UK = 0x09

Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PRE_OD_JVM = 0x0A
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PRE_OD_DSL = 0x0B
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PRE_OD_USA = 0x0C
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PRE_OD_JUBILEE = 0x0D

Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PRE_NATURAL = 0x0E

;---------------- Pre FX -----------------------------------------
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_TYPE = 0x4C ; 00-04
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_COMPRESSOR = 0x00
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_DISTORTION = 0x01
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_AUTOWAH = 0x02
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_PITCHSHIFT = 0x03

Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_COM_TONE = 0x4D ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_COM_RATIO = 0x4E ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_COM_COMP = 0x4F ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_COM_LEVEL = 0x50 ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)

Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_DIS_MODE = 0x4D ; 00-02 (00: GUV, 01: ODR, 02: DIS)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_DIS_DRIVE = 0x4E ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_DIS_TONE = 0x4F ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_DIS_LEVEL = 0x50 ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)

Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_WAH_MODE = 0x4D ; 00-01 ( 00: ENV, 01: LFO )
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_WAH_FREQ = 0x4E ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_WAH_SENS = 0x4F ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_WAH_RES = 0x50 ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)

Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_PSH_SEMI = 0x4D ; 00-18 (-12 - +12)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_PSH_FINE = 0x4E ; 00-64 (-50 - +50)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_PSH_REGEN = 0x4F ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)
Global Const $MARSHALL_CODE_PFX_PSH_MIX = 0x50 ; 00-64 (0.0 - 10.0)

vtgearhead

Quote from: admsustainiac on September 07, 2016, 05:37:33 PM
Marshall CODE Amps already support MIDI Patch change - its mentioned in the FAQ
https://my.marshall.com/Faqs/Index/31

DOES THE CODE RANGE SUPPORT MIDI?

Yes. Via the USB, CODE appears as a standard MIDI interface and sends and responds to standard MIDI data. You can do everything from basic preset changes during MIDI playback to full automation of every parameter.



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Excellent!  I did not notice that.  Thanks.

vtgearhead

#22
First impressions from 1/2-hour of honking on my Code 50 with a humbucker-equipped Les Paul Std:  It's a can-o-bees, alright.  Not quite as bad as the Peavey Vypyr VIP2, but closer to it than the Mustang III (V2).  I have no idea why vendors voice modeling amps like this.  There's nothing wrong with harmonics that are musically related to the notes you're playing, but this unit spits out buzzing bursts around every pick attack.  Intermodulation effects (difference artifacts) are noticeable when multiple strings ring out, but it's not in the same league as the VIP2, which sounds like a 70s analog synth taking a deep dive. 

Elantric commented on the floppy low-end and I have to reluctantly agree.  At least part of it seems to be the cabinet back (thin pressboard of some type) vibrating like a tympani.  If I keep this thing I'd like to try bolting a piece of 1/2" plywood to it to get some cabinet Q back. 

It badly needs equalization between the DSP and power amp to tighten up the low end and notch out the beehive.  But, no out/in jacks are in evidence.  Next move in this area depends on whether I keep it or not.  Still up in the air.  But, if anyone was torn between this and the Mustang I recommend becoming a Fender customer.

Update:  Decided I cannot stand this thing.  Back it goes...  I have to wonder who makes the judgment calls on modeling amp voicing before they lock down design.  As with the Peavey VIP2, all overdriven tones sound like caricatures of the target amplifier.  All have a thin, reedy, buzzing overtone that would have to be filtered out with a low-pass or notch filter to even come close to being usable.  Such a filter would require the pre-out/power-amp-in jacks that Marshall decided not to spend $3.10 on.

I'm going to trade up to a Blackstar ID60, methinks.  Any feelings on that amp from fellow forum denizens?

CBHScott

Yeah, I really, really, REALLY wanted to like the 50. I had purchased the 25 locally after trying it out for about 30 minutes, but then thought the 50 would sound a bit better with the larger speaker and cab. Boy, was I wrong. I received the 50, and just could not tweak out the woofyness and artificial tone. Even by minimizing noise reduction, and tweaking presence/resonance, I still could not get a really decent tone out of it vs. the ease of doing so with the 25. I honestly couldn't believe the difference between the two - the 25 sounded so punchy and lively, and didn't need nearly the knob-twiddling that the 50 does.

It seems to me that maybe the cabinet on the 50 is TOO large, and contributes to the woofy tone. If you look at the proportions between the 25 and 50, the 50 seems abnormally and proportionally large (or, maybe the 25 is abnormally/proportionally too small? ;) . Compare these to the Mustangs/Vypyrs/Voxes/Spiders, where the cabs seems to be in proportion as the speakers get larger.

CBHScott

Quote from: snhirsch on September 09, 2016, 02:05:49 PM

I'm going to trade up to a Blackstar ID60, methinks.  Any feelings on that amp from fellow forum denizens?

I am not a Blackstar fan in general, but if I was to get a Blackstar, I would go with the ID TVPs. I have played through both a 15 and a 30, and both sounded really good - that TVP tone is very tubey-sounding.

IMO, though, stay away from anything in the ID Core series - sound like crap and have iffy QC.