Marshall 1962 Bluesbreaker

What we say about the Marshall 1962 Bluesbreaker

This is the only Marshall I've ever played and liked. I know some may think that's odd, especially as Marshall have been at the forefront of rock guitar tone for decades. But every time I look for a guitar amp, I try a Marshall and they always seem lacking. It could well be how I'm using it. For instance, I hated Gibson Les Pauls for years, then one day I found the right combination of guitar and amp and now the Les Paul is part of my standard set-up. It also took someone more experienced with the set-up to walk me through its paces and show me why it works so well. I almost hope I'll do the same with Marshall so I can understand where the brand loyalty comes from. As it is, the Marshall 1962 Bluesbreaker Combo Amp is the Marshall that stands out above the rest for me.

I hadn't realised it was based on a JTM45. Now I know that, I'll look more favourably on a JTM45 next time I come across one. For some reason, I just found this combo worked way better for what I was playing.

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I found this amp perfect for getting that early Led Zep tones. There's a mix of a good Marshall clean sound and an overdrive worth selling your car for, without the unnecessary hi-gain elements that a lot of newer amps have to include to make them appeal to a wider range. As you can find out elsewhere, there's some Clapton history to the amplifier as well.

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Although before I ever buy one, I'd check out some other manufacturers' version of the same theme, e.g. Framus Riot and the Hughes and Kettner Statesman.

The Marketing Blurb

After the huge success of the JTM45 amplifier, a 2x12" combo version was released to satisfy popular demand and the now legendary 1962 Combo was born.

Again the valve rectification, pioneered by Marshall in the early 1960s, was responsible for helping to achieve the famed output stage compression and sustain exhibited uniquely by both the JTM45 and 1962.

Though tonally similar to a JTM45, the 1962 combo is loaded with two re-issue Celestion 'Greenback' 25 Watt speakers to re-create that classic sixties tone. The 1962 'Bluesbreaker' Combo also comes with the addition of a footswitchable Tremolo effect.

So if you're looking for that sensuous, creamy early Clapton sound, we guarantee that you'll find it in this beautifully re-issued combo.

Additional Information

The Marshall 1962 Bluesbreaker Combo Amp is just like the one used by Eric Clapton during his stint with Mayall's Bluesbreakers and famously on the Beano sessions. With 30W output and 2x12 speakers, it produces a gutsy bass and vibrant top, coupled with an overall natural warmth. The valve rectification output stage, pioneered by Marshall in the early 1960s, is responsible for helping achieve the famed compression and sustain exhibited uniquely by both the JTM45 and 1962. Though somewhat tonally similar to a JTM45, the 1962 combo is loaded with 2 Celestion Greenback 25W speakers and also comes with a footswitchable tremolo effect.If you're looking for that sensuous, creamy early Clapton sound, we guarantee that you'll find it in this beautifully reissued Marshall combo. The natural tone and overdrive of the Marshall 1962 Bluesbreaker Amp will quickly become a fundamental ingredient in your overall sound.