Marshall amps have defined the sound of rock for a generation, boasting such notable users as jimi hendrix, eric clapton, jeff beck, ritchie blackmore and jimmy page. Maybe the morning glory is the trebly pedal, all the clips i heard of the morning glory did not remind me of my marshall bluesbreaker at all. I bought this brand new at guitar center and it has never been gigged with and was only played through once at low volume, never maxed out. The 1962 bluesbreaker s sonic sweetness comes courtesy of a gz34 tube rectifier, which imparts the natural sustain and compression the jtm45 was famed for.
Buy marshall 1962 bluesbreaker 30w 2x12 guitar combo amp. With 30w output and 2x12 speakers, it produces a gutsy bass and vibrant top, coupled with an overall natural warmth. A 10k bluesbreaker rere issue, is just another gold plated toilet seat. The marshall bluesbreaker is the popular name given to the models 1961 and 1962 guitar. The story of marshalls first combo blue book series by john r. Whether you are a hobbyist, play in bands locally or make your living touring around the world, there is a marshall amp thats perfect for you. We have 1 marshall amplification 1962 bluesbreaker manual. They give each of these amps a completely different sound, unique dynamics, and a separate place in history. Guitar amp books for professional builders books, tutorials, and technology for guitar amplifier circuit design. Make offer gibson custom les paul goldtop murphy marshall 50th bluesbreaker amp limited 50. The entire history of the bluesbreaker including the development of the. Marshall guitar amps fall into a few distinct categories. Marshalls model 19611962 combo amplifier entered the market at an affordable priceone third cheaper than a vox ac30.
The marshall 1962 bluesbreaker combo amp is just like the one used by eric clapton during his stint with mayalls bluesbreakers and famously on the beano sessions. A good example of the original bluesbreaker is vultures by john mayer. Marshall notes that the screen grid resistance is also higher on the original circuit, which lowers the maximum output power a little, as well as affecting the transient response. The marshall sound was born, and it has been a part of popular music ever since. Find reasonably priced marshall amplifiers on ebay. In 1994, mike doyles book, the history of marshall, was released and included an eyeopening chapter on the bluesbreaker. Marshall 1962 bluesbreaker combo amp guitar center. Marshall 1962 bluesbreaker 30w 2x12 guitar combo amp. We get countless questions not only about what type to get, but also questions about. British bluesbreaker style guitar amplifier 2x12 speaker.
Pics of mayers pedal shows hes got the tone cranked up too. The marshall bluesbreaker is the popular name given to the models 1961 and 1962 guitar amplifiers made by marshall from 196465 to 1972. Marshall has taken some flak for their amps sounding stiff and cold from the factory, but with a little attentionslightly hotter bias and good tubesthis amp is a monster. John mayall and the bluesbreakers playing with eric clapton is what gave the 1962 bluesbreakertm its name. I had the privilege of spending some quality time with the marshall 1962hw combo and it was a treat. Books, calculators, and tutorials for guitar amplifier circuit design. Whether youve just picked up an instrument for the first time or are looking to fill in some gaps in your playing, making music with marshall has everything to give you a helping hand. Were helping you learn music theory and essential techniques to take you from beginner to pro. The third edition extends the heritage of the fender bassman 5f6a by examining the modifications marshall incorporated into its famous bluesbreaker combo and plexi amplifiers. Tubes for the marshall 1962 bluesbreaker reissue the marshall 1962 bluesbreaker reissue amplifier requires the. This bluesbreaker reissiue is loaded with two reissue. Marshall 1962 bluesbreaker combo amp musicians friend.
Hitting the streets in 1990, the model 1962 bluesbreaker reissue was. As marshall explains in the manual, the 2245thw can be thought of as either the original 2245 with added tremolo hence the t in the model name. Find great deals on ebay for marshall 1962 bluesbreaker and marshall bluesbreaker amp. The reissues are based on the originals produced in the 60s and 70s. Marshall 1962 bluesbreaker 30watt 2x12 tube combo amp. Released in 1987, the marshall silver jubilee celebrated 25 years of marshall amp building prowess and 50 years of jim marshall s life in the music business taking the basic el34based architecture of their popular 2203 and 2204 models, and adding some new features. For the first time, the complete story of marshalls first ever combo amplifier, nicknamed the bluesbreaker, is told here in the marshall bluesbreaker the story. I agree they will sell, but unlike the utility offered by the 1ws, there is nothing going into this amp s value other than collectability due to rareness. I have an original marshall bluesbreaker pedal, the tone knob set at 23 oclock and it sounds warm to me. For the first time, the complete story of marshalls first ever combo amplifier, nicknamed the bluesbreaker, is told here in the marshall bluesbreaker the story of marshalls first combo.
It is also seen on the cover of still got the blues gary moore and regularly toured with him in. The fender bassman 5f6a plus marshall s bluesbreaker and plexi georg simon ohm imagine a world without ohms law. The idea with the blues breaker pedal was to simulate the valvetype personality of the vintage 2x12 marshall combo amp used by eric clapton in john mayalls bluesbreakers band. Gibson custom les paul goldtop murphy marshall 50th bluesbreaker amp limited 50. The famous marshall sound was founded upon an amplifier built in a garden shed by a few amateur radio fanatics, and the period until 1968 became the era of the first marshalls the classic jtm series. Doug aldrich live marshall amplifiers clinic at godpsmusic 1219 duration.
August 8, 2014 amplifier features, amplifiers marshall, plexi, shoppers guide, vintage david szabados. The marshall 1962 bluesbreaker combo is loaded with two reissue \\greenback\\ 25 watt speakers to recreate that classic sixties tone. This version, from marshall s handwired series of authentic allvalve amp reproductions, is based on the 1962hw bluesbreaker combo, itself a recreation of a 1965 version of the amp. Marshall 1962hw bluesbreaker 30w 2x12 hand wired guitar. The marshall bluesbreaker for the first time, the complete story of marshall s first ever combo amplifier, nicknamed the bluesbreaker, is told here in the marshall bluesbreaker the story of marshall s first combo. The story of marshall s first combo blue book wiley, john r.
The shell, baffle board, and backpanel are made out of 100% voidfree baltic birch ply with handmade 14 finger joints. Its most often written as the bluesbreaker these days, but blues breaker is how the name appeared on the pedal itself. How to spot fake vintage marshall plexi gear bygone tones. It was only ever informally referred to as the bluesbreaker amp before marshall reissued the amp in the 1980s, and most of the article refers to claptons use of it prior to that. You can turn up the big fury knob to add a lot of gain or back it down and use the tone. I think the 1w is a fitting homage to the legacy of marshall. The original marshall bluesbreaker is a low gain overdrive which simulates a slightly pushed clean amp. According to marshall service documentation this change actually occoured on, october 29, 2001, in preparation for the 2002 release of the amp.
Original marshall blues breaker pedal planet botch. Boost mode is a standard clean boost, perfect for when you want to hit the front of your tube amp just a little bit harder and not change the sound of the amp significantly. Amps such as the marshall plexi 18w combos and bluesbreaker combos are an absolute favourite for fraud due to the high sale prices they can bring. In michael doyles book, the history of marshall, he pointed out that the cabinet was. Although the entire story has never been meticulously documented, the most widely accepted origin of the amplifier that would eventually become the marshall bluesbreaker began when eric clapton asked jim marshall to make him an amp that would not only be small enough to fit in the trunk of his car, but loud enough to use on stage. Arguably one of the top three most influential guitar amps of all time, marshall s 1962 bluesbreaker 2x12 combo occupies a special place in the electric guitars history. These iconic handwired marshall amps deliver the traditional marshall growl and bite to your sound. This is the handwired in england marshall 1962hw bluesbreaker combo amp. User manuals, marshall amplification amplifier operating guides and service manuals. Simply put, youll love how it sounds and feels to play through the marshall 1962 bluesbreaker tube combo amplifier. One of the most common questions we get here is, what kind of marshall amp should i buy. Including proper lead and rhythm channelswitching via a footswitch, an. Get the guaranteed best price on tube combo guitar amplifiers like the marshall 1962 bluesbreaker combo amp at musicians friend.
Marshall jtm45 45w tube guitar amp head musicians friend. Originally created to respond to the concerns of rock guitarists that existing amplifiers werent producing enough distortion, marshall amps have now become legendary for their sound. Description for the first time, the complete story of marshalls first ever combo amplifier, nicknamed the bluesbreaker, is told here in the marshall bluesbreaker the story of marshalls first combo. Download 365 marshall amplification amplifier pdf manuals. The marshall jtm45 amp head is a lovingly created reproduction of jim marshall s first amplifier. What jim came up with went on to become the archetypal rock guitar amplifier. Marshall bb2 bluesbreaker ii overdrive pedal reverb.
Is there a list of bluesbreakerbased pedals and variations. By including gz34 valve rectification, as found in the original, marshall has ensured a faithful recreation of the jtm45s glorious sound. When marshall released the first bluesbreaker for sale to the general public in 1964, it quickly became a success due to its affordable price about onethird less than a vox ac30 and half as much as a fender bassman, signature marshall sound and its. I agree they will sell, but unlike the utility offered by the 1ws, there is nothing going into this amps value other than collectability due to rareness. This change increased the cubic volume of the cabinet by twelve percent, and allowed the use of the taller kt66 power tubes.
Marshall 1962 bluesbreaker tube combo amplifier at a glance. Now the classic jtm45 is accessible to all who enjoy its glassy, clean tone and fluid, warm sustain. Genuine vs reproduction parts the best way to identify fake vintage marshall plexi gear is to look very closely at the various parts. Marshall amplification amplifier user manuals download. Using the same components, construction methods, materials and attention to detail we love in a marshall amplifier they produce a truly authentic sound. For the first time, the complete story of marshalls first ever combo amplifier, nicknamed the bluesbreaker, is told here in the. As a brief history, this is the amp that set a new standard for bluesrock guitar in 1966 when a young eric clapton, who was featured on an album by john mayall and the bluesbreakers, brilliantly played this amp to its potential, showcasing not only his talent but the touchsensitive ferocity. This 2x12 combo reissue has the legendary deep blues tone created by the gz34 valve rectifier, similar to the jtm45. I really think this article should be renamed to properly follow the correct nomenclature for this amp.
Chris george demos the marshall handwired 1962hw combo. Although tonally similarto the jtm45, the 1962 bluesbreaker speakers add to its sonic characteristics. Legendary tones the marshall shoppers guide part 1. The marshall bb2 bluesbreaker ii builds upon the original bluesbreaker pedal by adding switchable modes, essentially making this two pedals in one. The marshall 1962 bluesbreaker tube combo amplifier is based on the jtm45, widely. For the first time, the complete story of marshall s first ever combo amplifier, nicknamed the bluesbreaker, is told here in the marshall bluesbreaker the story of marshall s first combo. Tubes for the marshall 1962 bluesbreaker reissue antique. Marshall bluesbreaker 2 pedal boss sd1 dd3 vox ac15cc1. Watch us demo the 1962hw amp a faithful recreation of the legendary 1962 bluesbreaker combo, famously used by eric clapton.
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