2555SL vs. Jcm800

[EggcellantGuitar]

I'm relatively new to the amp world really just dig any Marshall, but looking to upgrade my current Marshall to something better. If anyone has tried both of these heads and could possibly help me decide so I know which direction to go! I know the 2555SL is a Silver Jubilee, but does it compare to a 800?

 

[frontline205]

A little more gain on the 2555 also 2.5 channels. They’re a little brighter compared to the 800 as well. Have amazing cleans. L The thing with all of Marshall’s 800 derivatives is that they all do something slightly different with the 800 and usually have a little more gain but at the expense of losing the 800’s versatility.
As I feel the 800 can do the 2555 sound with help from pedals. But most of the 800 modded Marshalls (made by Marshall themselves) lose some grit the 800 provides.