Carlsbro Guitar / Amp Advertisements, 1950s-1980s

CARLSBRO | ADVERTISEMENTS

Vintage Carlsbro advertisements; 2 adverts covering a period of 2 years, from 1970 to 1972. Click the images to have a closer look.

Carlsbro Amplifiers - Carlsbro Invites You To Try The Big Big Sound

Carlsbro Invites You To Try The Big Big Sound
Carlsbro Amplifiers - 1970

Carlsbro 60 TC - Guitar, Keyboard and Disco users.

Guitar, Keyboard and Disco users.
Carlsbro 60 TC - 1972

1967 Epiphone Ad featuring a psychedelic fish playing an Epiphone Riviera

1967 Fender Ad - Full Colour Sound

1973 Fender Stratocaster add - The Worlds Favourite Flying Machine

1972 Gibson Ad featuring BB King - <br>1972 Gibson Ad featuring BB King - The Man And The WomanThe Man And The Woman

Guitar makers have advertised in music magazines such as Down Beat, Guitar Player and very many more. Some manufacturers advertised widely (Guild, Gibson, Fender) but many more didn't and adverts are few and far between. Here are some of my favourite ads out of the ones i've seen. You can browse through all the images from the category links above, or by manufacturer from the links below.

AMPS
Ampeg, Leslie, Marshall, Orange, Peavey, Sunn
GUITARS
Dan Armstrong, Epiphone, Fender, G&L, Gibson, Goya, Gretsch, Guild, Hagstrom, Harmony, Hayman, Hofner, Ibanez, Kimbara, Martin, Music Man, Rickenbacker, Vox, Yamaha
DISTRIBUTORS
Fletcher, Coppock and Newman, Rose-Morris, Rosetti, Selmer

Vintage Carlsbro guitars for sale

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Carlsbro 200W PA circuit / tag board 1969 KT88's

London, E7***, UNITED KINGDOM

£70

Vintage circa 1970 Carlsbro 200w PA Printed circuit panel / board
Fully loaded, the amp was working before it was broken for spares
What you see in the photos is what you get!
if you would like any other photos just ask, I have included a copy of the schematic in the photos
Nice little project for someone!
anything else just ask
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1960s 2x12 4x12 guitar cab combo cabinet castor cups Carlsbro

London, E7***, UNITED KINGDOM

£33

Set of 4 late sixties metal Carlsbro castor cups
These can of course be used on other cabinets, they will take most vintage castor wheels - perfect if your prized vintage cab is missing them!
The cut out needed to fit these is 1" x 2-1 / 4 "
The usual wear, as these are made out of metal they will be good to go for another 100 years or so
Anything else just ask... more

Carlsbro Stingray Amp Footswitch Reverb Tremolo - 1974 - Amplifier Foot switch

Lytham St Annes, Lancashire, FY8***, UNITED KINGDOM

£40

Carlsbro Stingray Amp Footswitch Reverb Tremolo - 1974 - Amplifier Foot switch
Vintage Carlsbro Stingray Super Twin Reverb Footswitch
This allows you to switch in the reverb and tremolo settings, cable is stereo 1 / 4 inch jack with shared ground so should also work on other amps with this connection scheme
The housing has some marks and wear but the item works well and the face plate is in nice condition. Perfect to pair with 70s Carlsbro amps
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Vintage Carlsbro MARLIN 1042 Amplifier & 2 speaker cabinets

Kenilworth, CV8***, UNITED KINGDOM

£287

This amplifier is in excellent condition for its age albeit it has a slight fault that needs looking at. It has been in the family and I can date it back to circa 40 years. Please see all close up photos for specification as they form part of the description. It??s been stored for a while but it powers up as normal however not fully tested recently. One of the channels (taped over) needs some tlc as it has a loose connection and does not fully connect. Priced accordingly to reflect this. Used ... more

Vintage 60's Carlsbro CS100 PA Reverb Amp Head

Wallsend, NE28***, UNITED KINGDOM

£491

Vintage 60's Carlsbro CS100 PA Reverb Amp Head .
Very good condition for it's age, last service by Stoneham Amplification. Comes with original bulgin lead.... more

Vintage 1960s Carlsbro 4-Channel 100w PA Valve Amplifier w / C-Core Transformers

Heanor, DE75***, UNITED KINGDOM

£695

Vintage 1960s Carlsbro 4-Channel PA Valve Amplifier w *RARE* C-Core Transformers
You will not find another of these again - a true rarity. This is one of the Carlsbro heads from the 1960s that used the more expensive C-Core transformers, and it's in a much smaller box than the usual. I believe this was a custom order of sorts. The sound is truly wonderful, honestly believe me it's to die for! It needed a re-cap when I got it, as pictured, and has a matched quad of JJ EL34, alongside 4x ... more

vintage 1960's REAN insert handles 4x12 2x12 Vox Marshall Laney Selmer Carlsbro

London, E7***, UNITED KINGDOM

£37

pair of vintage 1960's REAN insert handles
perfect if your 4x12 / 2x12 cab or combo is missing theirs(or they are broken) as used by most British manufactures ie Vox, Marshall, Laney, Selmer, Carlsbro, Simms Watts etc
decent enough condition, no breaks just loads of dust and scratches - on the bright side they wont look our of place on your vintage cab
the sale includes modern mounting screws
anything else just ask... more

Carlsbro Marlin 1042 Vintage Power Module for Guitar Amplifier Head

Leeds, LS12***, UNITED KINGDOM

£167

This amplifier is in excellent condition for its age, please see close up photos.
It??s been stored for a while but it fires up fine and works as it should. Fantastic spring reverb. Great for a retro guitarist or band. Not many left on this condition, so very rare
Could deliver locally for a small fee.... more

Vintage Carlsbro COBRA 90 / PA Amp Amplifier HEAD UNIT ONLY UNTESTED

London, SE9***, UNITED KINGDOM

£55

Pls note is UNTESTED
This vintage Carlsbro COBRA 90 combo amplifier head unit is a rare find for any musician or collector. With its classic design and powerful sound, this unit is sure to impress. The brand Carlsbro is known for their high-quality products, and this amplifier is no exception.
Featuring a unit type of unit and an amplifier type of combo, this head unit is perfect for any musician looking to upgrade their setup. The COBRA 90 is a true vintage piece, and while it may ... more

Valve head / combo / cabinet Strap handle 1960??s Chrome - Vox Carlsbro Laney Wem

London, E7***, UNITED KINGDOM

£37

Vintage valve head / combo / cabinet / tape echo Strap handle
This dates from the early 1960??s - gold Chrome end caps and a cream handle as was used by Vox, Dallas Arbiter, Carlsbro, Laney, Soundcity, Watkins etc etc
8 - 3 / 4?? long
These were often used on the 1x12 combos as well as copicats
Great condition for its age!
Sale includes the mounting bolts / nuts - this was taken from a vintage combo
It??s will be sent out with Royal Mail - anything else just ask
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valve head / combo / cabinet Strap handle 1960??s Chrome - Vox Carlsbro Laney Wem

London, E7***, UNITED KINGDOM

£28

valve head / combo / cabinet Strap handle 1960??s Chrome as used by Vox, Dallas Arbiter, Carlsbro, Laney, Soundcity, Wem etc
8?? long these were often used on the 1x12 practice combos as well as copicats
Great condition for its age!
Sale includes the mounting bolts / nuts - this was taken from a Laney 1x12 from 1969
It??s will be sent out with Royal Mail
Anything else just ask
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Vintage CARLSBRO MARLIN 1042 GUITAR AMPLIFIER

Sutton Coldfield, B76***, UNITED KINGDOM

£110

Vintage CARLSBRO MARLIN 1042 GUITAR AMPLIFIER in used condition item from a workshopclearance please expect scuffs and scratches. Power up as normal however not fully tested
· Please See all the pictures for specification, detailsand condition as they form part of the description
· You will get the item as you see in the picture
· We will dispatch the itemwithin One day with tracked post
· If you see A BlackSquare, digital calliper or measure tape in the pictures are to showthe... more

Carlsbro 4x12 Celestion G12 Vintage 30 speakers

Malvern, WR14***, UNITED KINGDOM

£126

Tatty but soild Carlsbro 4x12 loaded with 16 ohm Celestion G12 Vintage 30 speakers, all in good working condition. In all honesty this has been used a handful of times over the years I've had it
Collection only obviously due to size
Thanks for looking, any questions please ask.... more

Carlsbro Marlin 1042 Vintage Guitar Amplifier Head 4 Channel Reverb Master Amp

Leeds, LS7***, UNITED KINGDOM

£114

Vintage Carlsbro Marlin 1042 amplifier head, a classic British-made guitar / PA amp from the well-known Carlsbro range
These amps were produced in England and are known for their solid analogue build and powerful clean tone, making them popular with guitarists, bass players, and small PA setups
Features:
?? Model: Marlin 1042
?? Brand: Carlsbro
?? 4 independent input channels
?? Individual Volume / Treble / Bass controls per channel
?? Built-in Reverb ... more

Vintage 1970s Carlsbro Stingray Amplifier Combo Footswitch Reverb Pedal

Ilkeston, DE7***, UNITED KINGDOM

£27

Vintage 1970s Carlsbro Stingray Amplifier Combo Footswitch Reverb Pedal
Wonderful original 1970s Carlsbro 'reverb' pedal for the Stingray series. Grab a bargain!... more

Vintage carlsbro bass amplifier

Stroud, GL6***, UNITED KINGDOM

£100

This vintage Carlsbro combo amplifier is the perfect addition to any musician's collection. With one speaker and two channels, it's suitable for a variety of instruments including acoustic, electric, and bass guitars. The amplifier technology is solid state and it has an impedance of 4 ohms, making it a versatile choice for any setup. The amplifier is made in the United Kingdom and is part of the Celestion product line, known for their high-quality sound equipment. Whether you're ... more

Vintage Carlsbro Hornet 45 BASS HEAD ONLY 45W SPARES / REPAIR PROJECT

Strathaven, ML10***, UNITED KINGDOM

£35

Vintage Carlsbro Hornet 45 BASS HEAD ONLY 45W SPARES / REPAIR PROJECT
FREE UK SHIPPING
Spares or Repair:
Item came in as part of a larger job lot of musical equipment The unit has been powered on at and there was a bit of a humming through the speaker (speaker not included) When a bass was plugged in there was no bass guitar sounds from the speaker just the hum. I also noted when disassembling the ground wire was not connected to anything so I guess I am lucky I didn't get ... more

Vintage 1960's Hiwatt / Vox / Carlsbro spec REAN amplifier / cabinet feet 2x12

London, E7***, UNITED KINGDOM

£43

Set of 4 RE-AN plastic amplifier feet from the mid sixties
As were used on a host of vintage British amplifiers, Hiwatt, Vox, Soundcity, Simms Watts, Laney, Matamp, Carlsbro Etc Etc
The sale includes the original mounting screws (which may be rusty .)
I have around 4 sets left, the condition is good considering they have been used as feet for around 60 years - message me before you buy and I can let you have the pick of the sets I have left, generally speaking I will send out the ... more

Vintage Carlsbro Wasp Lead Guitar Amp 1980s Electric Guitar Amplifier

Chester, CH1***, UNITED KINGDOM

£40

Used but in a good condition. It has not been fully tested, the light comes on and makes a sound.
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Vintage Carlsbro Viper Bass 30 30W Electric Guitar Practice Amplifier - WORKING

Lincoln, LN3***, UNITED KINGDOM

£90

Vintage Carlsbro Viper Bass 30 30W Electric Guitar Practice Amplifier - WORKING

Item is in a used condition and does contain some light marks to casing - some rusting to the metal corners

Volume plastic knob is missing but can still easily be operated

Tested & fully working - recently PAT tested

30W

Item will be sent well protected to ensure no damage is made through transit

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