Originally Posted by: Geoff.T.I just bought a Marshall AVT 50 for playing at home. I play metal and this amp is **** hot, even at low levels it has that unmistakable valve sound but cranks when you want to. Try it and you will buy it.
Geoff, that's awesome man. I'm glad you like your amp.... There is a thing about it though....
And the thing is Marshall AVT50 is a discontinued product. They don't make it anymore, and I'm not sure musical instruments stores sell this model. You could probably still get it from EBay or some online sites.
Here is a few links that show this product been discontinued:
http://www.instrumentpro.com/P-MARAVT50
http://www.zzounds.com/item--MSHAVT50
http://guitars.musiciansfriend.com/product/Marshall-AVT50-Combo-Amp?sku=483173
When they discontinue a product, its usually means that it doesn't sell or there is something wrong with them. For example if 40 out of 100 amps been returned or broken they might pull it out of the shelf for faulty design or something.
But that DON'T MEAN there is anything wrong with the amp you have.
Marshall amps are known for their awesome tone, and if i ever get closer to professional level and will have finances to own one, i will definitely get a Marshall Amp Head with a Cabinet. But that's like $2000 dollar equipment, which i can't really afford now.