The Marshall 1962 JTM "Bluesbreaker" Reissue from 1998 is a highly sought-after, vintage-accurate recreation of Marshall’s first-ever combo amplifier.Cemented in music history by Eric Clapton during his historic 1966 "Beano" sessions with John Mayall & the Bluesbreakers, this 30-watt, 2x12 open-back beast is built for purists seeking early British blues-rock punch.
The Secret to the "Sag":Unlike modern high-gain amps, it utilizes a traditional GZ34 tube rectifier.When the amp is cranked, this tube creates a natural power-supply dynamic compression and "sag" that makes notes bloom beautifully under heavy picking attacks.
Speakers:Equipped with a pair of 12-inch Celestion G12M-25 Greenback speakers (16 ohms each, wired for an 8-ohm total load).These speakers are famous for a rich, vocal midrange and a soft high-end roll-off that prevents harshness when pushing the amp into saturation.
Classic 4-Input Layout:Features 2 distinct non-master-volume channels (Normal and High Treble) with High and Low sensitivity inputs for each. This traditional design allows players to use a short patch cable to "bridge" or jump the channels together, blending the deep bass of Channel 2 with the aggressive bite of Channel 1.
Built-in Tremolo:Includes an authentic, tube-driven vintage tremolo circuit with Speed and Intensity control knobs on the top panel, switchable via an external footswitch.
well worn and played hard. Still sounds absolutely great though.