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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Set of 7x Vintage 1970's 1 / 4?? control knobs - Carlsbro - WEM - Watkins

London, E7***, UNITED KINGDOM

£125

Set of x7 vintage 1970's Taiwanese amplifier control knobs
these will fit a 1 / 4" shaft and afix with grub screws
these are just over an inch wide and are nice and heavy not cheap like the later knobs in this style
Perfect if you have a vintage seventies amplifier / FX unit and want some period correct knobs
Buy them before I decide to buy an amp to put them on!!
the listing is for 7
anything else just ask
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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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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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Carlsbro Hornet 1970 Vintage Guitar Amp 35W 2x10" Superb Condition All Original

Cheltenham, GL52***, UNITED KINGDOM

£295

Carlsbro Hornet Guitar Combo 2x10 Amplifier w / Tremolo SS Rare 1970's
This is a fantastic amplifier. Sounds amazing with loads of clean headroom and it loves pedals. It has some weight but is still quite portable for a 2x10 combo amp. 35w. 2x10 speakers. Solid state. Has an in-built tremolo circuit that sounds amazing. It can get really loud, but also sound good at practice volumes. Made in UK original purchase was 1971
The condition of the amp is fantastic considering it's 53 years ... more

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

Vintage Carlsbro 60 PA Reverb Amplifier and 2 x 12 Speaker Cabinet

Cardiff, CF24***, UNITED KINGDOM

£517

1970's British valve amplifier with spring reverb
Originally a 60W PA amp but is an excellent guitar amp
Would work well for bass too
All works but the amplifier would benefit from a service
Complete with a 2 x 12 cabinet loaded with Celestion G12H speakers
Amp and cabinet re-covered at some point in their life
The cab has been cut down from a combo, exposing the wood - see photo
Don't hesitate to ask for more info or photos.... 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

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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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

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 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 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
BrandCarlsbroModelAmp ... 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 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

UNTESTED CARLSBRO Wasp LEAD Guitar Amp Vintage 80's Electric Guitar Amplifier

London, SE9***, UNITED KINGDOM

£42

Pls note is untested
This vintage 80's Carlsbro Wasp LEAD guitar amp is the perfect addition to any musician's collection. With one speaker and a sleek design, this amp is suitable for electric guitars and is sure to provide a unique sound. The amp is untested and is being sold primarily on its appearance and brand.
The brand of this amp is Carlsbro and it belongs to the Wasp product line. It is a one-of-a-kind piece that would make a great conversation starter. Whether you're a musician... 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

AMPLI GUITARE CARLSBRO sherwood Baby Made In England

Villefranche-Sur-Saône, 69***, FRANCE

€85

Ampli guitare de la marque CARLSBRO
il fonctionne bien , les boutons crachotent légèrement
45cm X 40cm X 23cm
Envoi Soigné 20?? dans polystyrènepaiement chèque ou virement UNIQUEMENT... 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

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

Leeds, LS7***, UNITED KINGDOM

£120

Vintage Carlsbro Marlin 1042 amplifier head, a classic British-made amp known for its solid construction and warm analogue tone. A great piece of vintage gear for guitar, bass, or small PA setups
Features:?? Model: Marlin 1042?? Made in England?? 4 independent channels?? Individual Volume / Treble / Bass controls per channel?? Built-in spring reverb (sounds beautiful)?? Master section with tone, volume and presence?? Aux in / Aux out and footswitch input?? Slave / Pre-amp ... more

Carlsbro CS 100 PA Head 1968

London, UK, SW1A***, UNITED KINGDOM

£699

CARLSBRO CS 100 PA 1960s
We are happy to offer for sale this rare vintage Carlsbro amp head / PA. Details as follows:
Year of manufacture: 1968 / 1969Country of origin: UK (Nottingham)Serial number: 2734Power Output: 100 Watts RMSCircuitry: All-valve (vacuum tube), point-to-point hand-wired on a tag boardInputs: 4 High-Impedance jack inputs (each with an independent Volume control)Main Volume: Overall output level controlMains Input: originally a round Bulgin 3-pin connector, later ... more