Point to point wiring typically results in measurable variations from unit to unit due to variances in impedances. Obviously, not all the wires will be routed exactly the same, nor will they retain the exact placement and shapes that they are configured into when first built. Circuit boards have their advantages when properly built and designed, especially if one is looking for consistent repeatability on a mass production basis.
As far as a limited production guitar head "beating up on" a mass produced head, what did you expect? This is like comparing a Sony / Pioneer / Kenwood, etc... component to a "boutique" component. Once a manufacturer establishes themselves, like Marshall has, they become more concerned with maintaining that reputation while keeping production costs down / profit margins up. They have no need to refine their products / cater to a smaller market since they've already got a major portion of a far larger market due to commercial success.
Having said that, it is not uncommon for folks to take their mass produced units and have them "hot rodded" to better suit their playing styles and the sound that they desire. Personally, i don't think that Marshall has made anything that can stand up to a Peavey 5150 or Ultra 120, let alone an even smaller, more detail oriented manufacturer. Sean
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As far as a limited production guitar head "beating up on" a mass produced head, what did you expect? This is like comparing a Sony / Pioneer / Kenwood, etc... component to a "boutique" component. Once a manufacturer establishes themselves, like Marshall has, they become more concerned with maintaining that reputation while keeping production costs down / profit margins up. They have no need to refine their products / cater to a smaller market since they've already got a major portion of a far larger market due to commercial success.
Having said that, it is not uncommon for folks to take their mass produced units and have them "hot rodded" to better suit their playing styles and the sound that they desire. Personally, i don't think that Marshall has made anything that can stand up to a Peavey 5150 or Ultra 120, let alone an even smaller, more detail oriented manufacturer. Sean
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