Marshall MS2 Mini Amp

The MS-2 is a 1W micro stack that may be small but will deliver the true Marshall tone. Powered either by plugging into mains or by batteries, it’s versatile enough to play on the move or practice in your bedroom. The MS-2 features volume, tone and overdrive controls, and is available in a variety of colours and styles: black, red, or classic dark grey.

The Marshall MS-2 is a mini amplifier that combines iconic Marshall design and sound quality in a pocket-sized package. Despite its small size, the MS-2 packs surprising volume and tonal versatility, making it ideal for on-the-go practice, spontaneous jam sessions, or as a unique collectible for Marshall enthusiasts. It’s powered by either a battery or a power adapter, so you can use it practically anywhere.

Key Features

1-Watt Output Power: With a 1-watt output, the MS-2 is surprisingly loud for its size, making it suitable for quiet practice sessions or portable amplification.
Compact 2″ Speaker: Equipped with a 2-inch speaker, the MS-2 provides clear sound and iconic Marshall tone in a compact form.
Clean and Overdrive Channels: Switch between clean and overdrive tones easily, allowing for a range of sounds from clean to gritty and distorted.
Tone Control: Simple tone control lets you adjust the sound from warm lows to bright highs, giving you more tonal flexibility than expected for a micro amp.
Battery or AC Power: Runs on a 9V battery for total portability or can be plugged in with an AC adapter, offering flexible power options.
Headphone Output: A 1/4-inch headphone output allows for silent practice, automatically switching off the speaker when headphones are connected.
Classic Marshall Styling: The MS-2 has Marshall’s iconic look with a black finish, gold accents, and the classic Marshall logo, making it an eye-catching and collectible item.

Sound and Performance

The MS-2 may be tiny, but it brings Marshall’s signature sound to a pocket-sized amp. The clean channel is smooth and clear, ideal for quiet practice or for use as a unique desktop amp. Switch to overdrive mode, and the MS-2 produces a punchy, gritty tone with impressive volume, perfect for rock and blues. The tone control allows you to further adjust the sound to suit your preferences, from warm and full-bodied to bright and crisp.

Despite its small 1-watt output, the MS-2 is more than capable of providing practice volume, making it a great option for use at home, in the office, or anywhere you want to play. When you want to keep things quiet, the headphone output lets you practice in silence without disturbing others.

Design and Build

The MS-2 maintains the iconic Marshall aesthetic, with its black casing, gold accents, and signature logo. Built with a sturdy plastic casing, it’s designed to be both durable and lightweight. The amp measures only a few inches in height and width, allowing it to easily fit into a bag or even a pocket, so you can take it anywhere.

Usage Scenarios

Portable Practice: The MS-2’s small size and battery power make it perfect for on-the-go practice sessions.

Travel and Jamming: Its compact design allows musicians to bring the MS-2 along for trips, so you’ll always have an amp on hand for spontaneous jam sessions.

Collectible Item: With its classic Marshall look and iconic styling, the MS-2 is a fun collectible item for fans of the brand.

Desk or Office Use: Compact enough to fit on a desk, the MS-2 is a great mini-amp for home or office.

Weight	0.34 kg
Dimensions	60 × 11 × 14 cm
Model	MS-2
Range	Micro amp
CHANNELS	2 (Split)
TECHNOLOGY	Solid State
Output wattage	1W
Outputs	1 x 1/4" jack headphone out
Inputs	1 x 1/4" jack instrument input
Controls	Volume, tone, select either 'On' voice or 'Overdrive' voice
Speaker configuration	1×2"