Marshall 50-watt head model 1987x plexi reissue driver

It was founded by drum shop owner and drummer jim marshall, and is now based in bletchley, milton keynes, buckinghamshire. Marshall 1987x 50 watt plexi david bray modded master volume. This is done by using modern day production valves that are traditionally voiced. Marshall jmp mkii 50 watt you are bidding on an incredible sounding marshall jmp mkii 50 watt head. Find great deals on ebay for marshall plexi and marshall jmp. The marshall super lead model 1959 is a guitar amplifier head made. Once a company reaches a certain stature and achieves a respectable tenure, there are certain products that people expect it to always make. Marshall 1987x 50w plexi tube guitar head w effects loop.

Marshall 1987x 50 watt amplifier head with effects loopmaster volume. The plexi era of 100 and 50 watt lead and bass heads. Marshall 1959slp plexi head 100 watt five star music. Triode electronics 1987 50w plexi layout speaker output notes. The marshall plexi 1987xl shares the same front and rear panel features as its 100watt. Notable marshall amp artists include john 5, joe satriani and joe bonamassa. David is one of the best when it comes to modding marshall s. Marshall 1987x reissue 50watt plexi tube head w fx loop though the 50 watt 1987xl shares. The 1987x tm delivers the perfect balance of classic marshall overdrive and glistening clean tones. A few nicks in the tolex, missing the back cover and preamp tube retainers. Marshall 1987x 50w plexi reissue tube guitar head w effects loop. Marshall 1987x plexi 50 watts amp head while the 50 watt 1987x head shares the same plexi front and rear panel features as the 100 watt 1959slp, it has its own distinctive sonic personality. Marshall 1987xl plexi guitar amp though the 50watt 1987xl shares the same front and rear panel features as its big brother, the 1959 slp, it does have its own distinct personality. In some instances, especially with early plexi model super lead.

The marshall 1987x aka mk ii 50 watt head a little demo of a 50 watt plexi style marshall. The marshall 1987x plexi head gives you real tubeamp tone in perfect size for playing smaller clubs and venues and for recording and practice. New and used items, cars, real estate, jobs, services, vacation rentals and more virtually anywhere in ontario. The reissue is a great amp, but was much louder, brighter and tighter than the 68. Driving the input voltage for maximum distortion and sustain. See the plexi palace jtm45 page for some great jtm45 pictures. Im not sure exactly how old it is but i think its a 1969 or 1970 head. Carter and features exclusive interviews with the greatest names in music.

If i had the head hidden from view and asked a marshall aficionado what amp i was using they couldnt tell the difference, theyd most certainly believe it is a marshall kt66 model amp however. Marshall 1987x 50watt plexi tube head with fx loop. Up for sale is a mintcondition marshall 1987x plexi amplifier head, with an effects loop. Dec 10, 2017 in this video i give you the tones the beautiful marshall 1987x is capable of. Legendary tones marshall super lead tone tips and tricks. This 50w reissue plexi has been lovingly crafted to replicate the 70s tone and. This head is in good condition with average playwear. For this reason, kelloggs will always make cornflakes, heinz will always make ketchup, and marshall will always offer 100 watt plexi heads. Like others have stated depending on plexi or aluminum. Mark bass micromark 801 bass amp 8 inch driver speaker 50 watt up for sale is this.

Marshall amp heads are the true sound of classic rock as we know it today. If you talk to any guitarist you will undoubtably hear the world valve or tube thrown around. Theres more to marshall than just the iconic script logo. They used the 2203 2204 master model heads extensively through the. Its in beautiful condition and it sounds as amazing as it looks. Demo of the handwired marshall super lead all the way from 1 to 10. Marshall 1987x 50watt plexi tube head with fx loop reverb. Here we have a 2010 marshall 1987x modded by david bray with his plexi modrework i. Marshall tried to keep the vintage marshall look by using fittings and hardware that are as close to originals as. Marshall 1987x 50watt plexi tube head with fx loop sweetwater.

As is the case with the 1959slp, the 1987x has fittings and hardware as true to the originals as humanly possible, thus ensuring that authentic marshall vintage look. Marshall 1987x 50 watt plexi reissue tones torpedo two notes captor buy a marshall plexi right here. Make no mistake, the 50 watt 1987 circuit helped shape the sound of rock n roll guitar and i must say this example sounds phenomenal. More aggressive than the 60s plexis, the 1987x is much more of the 72 period, with a heady, sweetaggressive tone. Marshall 50 watt plexi valve super lead head 1987x l. Next time, well cover the metal panel years, including the start of the master volume series and some of the other interesting changes that occurred in the models from the time of mid 1969 through the jcm 2000 series. You can read for yourself from his site what this mod adds basically it adds more gain and gives a more responsive eq.

Other than that it is in great shape for a 31 year old amp. The plexi has the best clean tone of these 3 and i like the distortion when its cranked. Marshall 1987x 50w valve guitar amp head absolute music. Marshall 1987x plexi reissue valve head nearly new. The tube amp library of information click the link above for tube amp info, schematics, board building information, projects, mods, transformer diagrams, photos, sound clips. The ceriatone, after factoring in the head cabinet, will come in at a little over a grand shipping from malaysia and all. The marshall 1987x is a guitar amplifier that is a part of marshall amplifications vintage series. The marshall shoppers guide part 1 legendary tones. The marshall reissue models all are faithful reproductions of the originals, which shaped the sound of the electric guitar. While the 50 watt 1987x head shares the same plexi front and rear panel features as the 1959slp, it has its. In some instances, especially with early plexi model super lead amplifiers built for export to the united states, the 120 volts of ac current is a bit much and so the actual input voltage can be lowered by a few volts to allow the amp to run a bit more reliably. Marshall 1987xl plexi guitar amp though the 50 watt 1987xl shares the same front and rear panel features as its big brother, the 1959 slp, it does have its own distinct personality.

Preferred series 7025 and sovtek 12ax7lpss or ehs are suitable. You may need to lightly sand the back of the potentiometers to be. This is the reissue model, but i also compare it verbally to the original. Jul 08, 2016 power tubes are 2 x el34 in 50watt models, 4 x el34 in 100watt models 2059 and 2068. The marshall 1987 x 50 watt head classic el34 retro full revalve kit is specially selected for marshall 1987 x 50 watt head. Offered for sale is my 1995 marshall 1987x 50 watt plexi reissue head. Little brother to the 1959slp, but with the same front and rear panel features, the same vintage look and the same sweet, singing tone that has made marshall the premier rock amp for decades. Ri reissue series s or sa 50 watt sb or sba super bass 100 watt sl or sla super lead 100 watt. The jtm45 sound is all there, and is very very impressive. Questions about the marshall 1987x 50watt plexi tube head with fx sweetwater s sales engineers are regarded as the most experienced and knowledgeable professionals in the music industry, with extensive music backgrounds and intense training on the latest products and technologies. Musical instruments free delivery possible on eligible purchases.

Though the 50 watt 1987x shares front and rear panel features as its big brother, the 1959slp, it does have its own distinct personality. I use it with an attenuator, otherwise the volume would not be practical. We at gear4music can help find you the right marshall head amplifier for you. The vintage modern is the first marshall since the late 1960s to be powered by kt66s, a european version of the 6l6 tube.

Marshall super lead tone tips and tricks legendary tones. If interested in using multiple marshall heads, super leads can also be. Get the best deals on marshall vintage guitar amplifiers when. I know these heads should be worth quite a bit but not sure about this model. Marshall vintage series 1987x 50 watt head classic el34. Marshall vintage series 1987x guitar amplifier head. The range starts at the mg series and extends to the remastered beauty of the vintage reissue series and plenty between. I dont have a 1987x but i do have a jcm800 and one thing about it is that the volume gets loud quick. Make offer 1975 marshall model 1987 jmp mkii 50 watt head. Though the 50watt 1987xl shares the same front and rear panel features as its big brother, the 1959 slp, it does have its own distinct personality. Our sameday shipping cutoff time is the latest in the. This reissue is a twochannel, 50watt guitar amp that has its own nice, warm tone. The marshall 1987x offers the looks of the original plexi with a unique sonic character.

For those looking to make the most of their jtm 45 reissue amplifier heads, ensuring that a. An ecc82 was used as the driver tube for the four kt88s. Combined with our lowprice guarantee, that means your purchase is an even greater value. You can read for yourself from his site what this mod adds basically it. For sale is a 1997 35th anniversary limited edition 50 watt plexi reissue head. The 1987xtm delivers the perfect balance of classic marshall overdrive and. The 1959 slp, it does have its own distinct personality.

Its unique tonal characteristics are what defined this allvalve amp and they have not changed in this reissue. Weve played them all, from vintage jtm45s and the ultracool plexi reissue to modern handmade masterpieces such as the jvm410. David is one of the best when it comes to modding marshalls. At gear4music we are a major marshall dealer and stock a wide range of marshall amp heads, including the versatile marshall code 100h head and the flagship marshall jcm800. It is a little smoother than my 2204 when distorted. Serviced and slightly modded closer to a 68 spec lead. The 1959s and the 1987s are the codes for the first plexi reissues. I think its a bass head and its in full working order with the usual scratches on the body of the head but nothing major in mint condition really for its age. The vintage modern series consists of the 2466 100 watt head and 2266 50 watt head with matching combos and a matching cabinet loaded with g12c 25 watt greenbacks. Used marshall 1987x plexi 50 watt headspecifications. Buy marshall 1987x 50 watt plexi head 50w amp head. Demo of the handwired marshall super lead all the way from 1. Though the 50 watt marshall plexi 1987x shares the same front and rear panel features as its big brother, the 1959 slp, it does have its own.

The following marshall super lead tone tips and tricks will enable you to get much more versatility out of this legendary amplifier. I have had a marshall 2203 jcm800, a jmp 2204 and now i have a 1987x plexi reissue. One thing to note none of these involve modification to the original marshall circuit. Marshall vintage series 1987x 50 watt head classic el34 retro. Those looking for the true marshall sound only need use an original, unmodified super. Rare 1960s marshall jtm 45 100 watt plexi aluminum chassis super p. Marshall 1987x tube amp head 50w plexi reissue amplifier 50 watt click photos to enlarge click to enlarge click to enlarge click to enlarge click to enlarge click to enlarge click to enlarge click to enlarge click to enlarge description make model. Ive used it over the years for several recordings and practice. It looks all original, except a replaced low input jack and power cord. Legendary tones the marshall shoppers guide part 1. Though the 50 watt 1987xl shares the same front and rear panel features as its big brother, the 1959 slp, it does have its own distinct personality. Our version of the classic marshall 1987 lead 50w amplifier, circa 1969. Marshall 1987x 50 watt plexi david bray modded master.

The model 1987x is a reissue of the original 50 watt plexi and sounds. The marshall 1987x offers the looks of the original plexi with a unique sonic character while the 50 watt 1987x head shares the same plexi front and rear panel features as the 1959slp it has its own distinctive sonic personality more aggressive than the 6. Ive kept this head at home for most all of its life. Sweet warm singing sounds are packed into every nook and cranny of this great tone machine. Discover your sound with our amps, combos, cabinets, fx pedals and more. Recommend a lownoise type with a coiled heater, such as nos 7025s or ecc83s. Mostly original circuit less some replaced caps and a master volume mod.

Front and rear faceplates now available a perfect match for. Marshall 1987x 50 watt plexi reissue tones youtube. What the tubes do in most marshall tube amps thetubestore blog. Though the 50 watt 1987x shares front and rear panel features as its big brother. Used marshall 1987x plexi 50watt head 1987x alto music. The jcm800 doesnt really get any louder past 3 or 4, just more compressed and distorted. Tubes have great life left and everything works as it should. A few years later, marshall switched to kt66 tubes to create the even louder 100watt super lead 1959. Episode 1 is available now and kicks off with the guitar legend himself slash. As others have said, replacing or removing the bright cap that is attached to the rear of the volume pot is almost an essential with the 1987x. In 1968, the company dialed back the decibels with the unveiling of a 50watt, smallbox head that would be called the jmpan acronym for jim marshall products. Marshall 50 watt plexi valve super lead head 1987x.

Vintage marshall appointments as is the case with the 1959slp, the 1987x has fittings and hardware as true to the originals as humanly possible, thus ensuring that authentic marshall vintage look. The classic marshall kits are designed to give your marshall as close to the old mullard tone as possible. I owned a couple of 1987x reissues and a real 1968 jmp 50 watt plexi. Im looking at a few options for my next marshall purchase. Shop marshall vintage series 1987x guitar amplifier head from ams with 0%. Ive been looking at a ceriatone 68 plexi clone, a 1987x reissue 2003 built or, possibly, an original early 70s model. This model also incorporated a tube rectifier that, when the amp was. Aug 08, 2014 that concludes this first installment of the marshall shoppers guide. Marshall amplification is a british company that designs and manufactures music amplifiers, speaker cabinets, brands personal headphones and earphones, and, having acquired natal drums, drums and bongos. Get the best deals on marshall vintage guitar amplifiers when you shop the largest online selection at. The head amp was also available seperately as model 2048.