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When people ask how to replicate that classic oasis sound from Definitely Maybe, one common answer is “just get a Marshall“. And then they start thinking about huge stacks and overkill 100-watts amp heads.

Noel and Bonehead did play powerful Marshall tube amps later on, but the real answer to that question will not necessarily hurt your neighbor’s ears or your bank account: the Marshall that Noel actually used is a much more modest Valvestate combo – often coupled with a small WEM Dominator Mk.III tube amp.

Keep reading this article for the in-depth analysis…

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I had the idea of building a website about Noel’s guitars since 2017 (at least!), but what triggered me to finally create it was the announcement of this book in April 2023.

“Marr’s Guitars: a stunning photographic presentation of the guitars that defined the distinctive sounds and style of Johnny Marr with personal reflections and insights from the legendary guitarist himself.“

I’ve managed to preorder the Artist’s Edition, limited to 500 units, signed by Johnny and with exclusive prints signed by Johnny and photographer Pat Graham. I finally received it during the last week and it left me speechless.