Marshall 50-watt head model 1987x plexi reissue driver

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. It looks all original, except a replaced low input jack and power cord. Episode 1 is available now and kicks off with the guitar legend himself slash. I use it with an attenuator, otherwise the volume would not be practical. 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. 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. Mark bass micromark 801 bass amp 8 inch driver speaker 50 watt up for sale is this.

The marshall 1987x offers the looks of the original plexi with a unique sonic character. 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. Tubes have great life left and everything works as it should. An ecc82 was used as the driver tube for the four kt88s. One thing to note none of these involve modification to the original marshall circuit.

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. The 1959s and the 1987s are the codes for the first plexi reissues. Mostly original circuit less some replaced caps and a master volume mod. Marshall 1987x 50 watt plexi reissue tones youtube. 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. 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 amp heads are the true sound of classic rock as we know it today.

Marshall 1987x 50 watt plexi david bray modded master. Make offer 1975 marshall model 1987 jmp mkii 50 watt head. This model also incorporated a tube rectifier that, when the amp was. While the 50 watt 1987x head shares the same plexi front and rear panel features as the 1959slp, it has its. Used marshall 1987x plexi 50watt head 1987x alto music. The marshall super lead model 1959 is a guitar amplifier head made. The classic marshall kits are designed to give your marshall as close to the old mullard tone as possible. The reissue is a great amp, but was much louder, brighter and tighter than the 68.

Aug 08, 2014 that concludes this first installment of the marshall shoppers guide. The range starts at the mg series and extends to the remastered beauty of the vintage reissue series and plenty between. 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. A few nicks in the tolex, missing the back cover and preamp tube retainers. Ive been looking at a ceriatone 68 plexi clone, a 1987x reissue 2003 built or, possibly, an original early 70s model. Marshall super lead tone tips and tricks legendary tones. 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.

The head amp was also available seperately as model 2048. The marshall reissue models all are faithful reproductions of the originals, which shaped the sound of the electric guitar. The 1959 slp, it does have its own distinct personality. Marshall 1987x 50 watt amplifier head with effects loopmaster volume. Ive kept this head at home for most all of its life. Though the 50 watt 1987x shares front and rear panel features as its big brother, the 1959slp, it does have its own distinct personality. See the plexi palace jtm45 page for some great jtm45 pictures. They used the 2203 2204 master model heads extensively through the. You can read for yourself from his site what this mod adds basically it. Front and rear faceplates now available a perfect match for. Marshall 50 watt plexi valve super lead head 1987x. The plexi era of 100 and 50 watt lead and bass heads. Im looking at a few options for my next marshall purchase. Marshall 1987x 50w plexi tube guitar head w effects loop.

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. 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. Ive used it over the years for several recordings and practice. The marshall 1987x aka mk ii 50 watt head a little demo of a 50 watt plexi style marshall. David is one of the best when it comes to modding marshalls. 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. This 50w reissue plexi has been lovingly crafted to replicate the 70s tone and.

If interested in using multiple marshall heads, super leads can also be. Marshall tried to keep the vintage marshall look by using fittings and hardware that are as close to originals as. The jtm45 sound is all there, and is very very impressive. Marshall 1987x 50watt plexi tube head with fx loop sweetwater. This reissue is a twochannel, 50watt guitar amp that has its own nice, warm tone.

You may need to lightly sand the back of the potentiometers to be. Like others have stated depending on plexi or aluminum. The marshall 1987x is a guitar amplifier that is a part of marshall amplifications vintage series. Notable marshall amp artists include john 5, joe satriani and joe bonamassa. Shop marshall vintage series 1987x guitar amplifier head from ams with 0%.

Marshall 1987x 50 watt plexi david bray modded master volume. Marshall 1987x 50watt plexi tube head with fx loop reverb. You can read for yourself from his site what this mod adds basically it adds more gain and gives a more responsive eq. 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. What the tubes do in most marshall tube amps thetubestore blog. The marshall plexi 1987xl shares the same front and rear panel features as its 100watt. For those looking to make the most of their jtm 45 reissue amplifier heads, ensuring that a. More aggressive than the 60s plexis, the 1987x is much more of the 72 period, with a heady, sweetaggressive tone. Get the best deals on marshall vintage guitar amplifiers when you shop the largest online selection at. The model 1987x is a reissue of the original 50 watt plexi and sounds.

Marshall 1987x 50watt plexi tube head with fx loop. The 1987x tm delivers the perfect balance of classic marshall overdrive and glistening clean tones. This head is in good condition with average playwear. Demo of the handwired marshall super lead all the way from 1 to 10. Discover your sound with our amps, combos, cabinets, fx pedals and more. Driving the input voltage for maximum distortion and sustain. Find great deals on ebay for marshall plexi and marshall jmp.

The marshall 1987x plexi head gives you real tubeamp tone in perfect size for playing smaller clubs and venues and for recording and practice. David is one of the best when it comes to modding marshall s. Im not sure exactly how old it is but i think its a 1969 or 1970 head. Its unique tonal characteristics are what defined this allvalve amp and they have not changed in this reissue. Demo of the handwired marshall super lead all the way from 1. Legendary tones the marshall shoppers guide part 1.

Marshall 1987x 50 watt plexi reissue tones torpedo two notes captor buy a marshall plexi right here. For this reason, kelloggs will always make cornflakes, heinz will always make ketchup, and marshall will always offer 100 watt plexi heads. 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. Used marshall 1987x plexi 50 watt headspecifications. Triode electronics 1987 50w plexi layout speaker output notes. The 1987xtm delivers the perfect balance of classic marshall overdrive and. Its in beautiful condition and it sounds as amazing as it looks. I owned a couple of 1987x reissues and a real 1968 jmp 50 watt plexi. Marshall vintage series 1987x 50 watt head classic el34 retro. Marshall 1987x 50w valve guitar amp head absolute music.

If you talk to any guitarist you will undoubtably hear the world valve or tube thrown around. Carter and features exclusive interviews with the greatest names in music. Once a company reaches a certain stature and achieves a respectable tenure, there are certain products that people expect it to always make. Offered for sale is my 1995 marshall 1987x 50 watt plexi reissue head. Marshall jmp mkii 50 watt you are bidding on an incredible sounding marshall jmp mkii 50 watt head. Marshall 50 watt plexi valve super lead head 1987x l. Serviced and slightly modded closer to a 68 spec lead. Marshall 1987x plexi reissue valve head nearly new.

Weve played them all, from vintage jtm45s and the ultracool plexi reissue to modern handmade masterpieces such as the jvm410. I dont have a 1987x but i do have a jcm800 and one thing about it is that the volume gets loud quick. Marshall 1987x reissue 50watt plexi tube head w fx loop though the 50 watt 1987xl shares. Marshall vintage series 1987x guitar amplifier head. Combined with our lowprice guarantee, that means your purchase is an even greater value. Marshall 1959slp plexi head 100 watt five star music. 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 vintage modern is the first marshall since the late 1960s to be powered by kt66s, a european version of the 6l6 tube. Sweet warm singing sounds are packed into every nook and cranny of this great tone machine. This is the reissue model, but i also compare it verbally to the original. Though the 50 watt 1987x shares front and rear panel features as its big brother. It was founded by drum shop owner and drummer jim marshall, and is now based in bletchley, milton keynes, buckinghamshire. Commonly referred to as the plexi, due to the plexiglass faceplate.

The plexi has the best clean tone of these 3 and i like the distortion when its cranked. Here we have a 2010 marshall 1987x modded by david bray with his plexi modrework i. Marshall 1987x 50w plexi reissue tube guitar head w effects loop. Legendary tones marshall super lead tone tips and tricks. 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. New and used items, cars, real estate, jobs, services, vacation rentals and more virtually anywhere in ontario. The following marshall super lead tone tips and tricks will enable you to get much more versatility out of this legendary amplifier. Dec 10, 2017 in this video i give you the tones the beautiful marshall 1987x is capable of. I know these heads should be worth quite a bit but not sure about this model. It is a little smoother than my 2204 when distorted. 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. 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.

Buy marshall 1987x 50 watt plexi head 50w amp head. The marshall shoppers guide part 1 legendary tones. Ri reissue series s or sa 50 watt sb or sba super bass 100 watt sl or sla super lead 100 watt. This is done by using modern day production valves that are traditionally voiced. Those looking for the true marshall sound only need use an original, unmodified super. Up for sale is a mintcondition marshall 1987x plexi amplifier head, with an effects loop. The marshall 1987 x 50 watt head classic el34 retro full revalve kit is specially selected for marshall 1987 x 50 watt head.

I have had a marshall 2203 jcm800, a jmp 2204 and now i have a 1987x plexi reissue. 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. 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. Rare 1960s marshall jtm 45 100 watt plexi aluminum chassis super p. The jcm800 doesnt really get any louder past 3 or 4, just more compressed and distorted. Marshall vintage series 1987x 50 watt head classic el34. Theres more to marshall than just the iconic script logo. Our version of the classic marshall 1987 lead 50w amplifier, circa 1969. Jul 08, 2016 power tubes are 2 x el34 in 50watt models, 4 x el34 in 100watt models 2059 and 2068.

Other than that it is in great shape for a 31 year old amp. Musical instruments free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Our sameday shipping cutoff time is the latest in the. 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.