Marshall Guitar / Amp Advertisements, 1950s-1980s

Vintage Marshall advertisements; 20 adverts covering a period of 13 years, from 1966 to 1979. Click the images to have a closer look.

Marshall Amplifiers - Beat Instrumental Polls 1966

Beat Instrumental Polls 1966
Marshall Amplifiers - 1966

Now it's Marshall "200"
Marshall Amplifiers - 1966

Marshall Amplifiers - Tiles - exclusively Marshall

Tiles - exclusively Marshall
Marshall Amplifiers - 1966

Marshall Amplifiers - The Sound Of Sucess

The Sound Of Sucess
Marshall Amplifiers - 1967

The 'Marshall Sound' is Getting Around
Marshall Amplifiers - 1967

Marshall Amplifiers - The Sound of Success

The Sound of Success
Marshall Amplifiers - 1967

Marshall Amplifiers - Top Singers - Top Groups Top Sounds By Marshall

Top Singers - Top Groups Top Sounds By Marshall
Marshall Amplifiers - 1968

Marshall Amplifiers - All Right, You Guys. So Impress Me

All Right, You Guys. So Impress Me
Marshall Amplifiers - 1969

You're Not Just a Pretty Face, Baby
Marshall Amplifiers - 1969

Marshall Amplifiers - Hit the Road, Jack

Hit the Road, Jack
Marshall Amplifiers - 1969

Marshall Amplifiers - Food For Thought. Vanilla Fudge. Grapefruit. The Toast.

Food For Thought. Vanilla Fudge. Grapefruit. The Toast.
Marshall Amplifiers - 1970

Marshall Amplifiers - This is How You Look to the A&R Man

This is How You Look to the A&R Man
Marshall Amplifiers - 1970

The Sound Bouncer
Marshall Amplifiers - 1970

Marshall Law 1 & 2
Marshall Supafuzz - 1970

Marshall Amplifiers - Let em hear it like it is

Let em hear it like it is
Marshall Amplifiers - 1971

Hear No Evil
Marshall Amplifiers - 1971

Marshall 1959 - The Marshall Winter Collection

The Marshall Winter Collection
Marshall 1959 - 1973

Power Zone
Marshall Amplifiers - 1973

Marshall Club and Country 4140 - Rose-Morris Marshall

Rose-Morris Marshall
Marshall Club and Country 4140 - 1979

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 Marshall guitars for sale

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1973 Marshall 100watt JMP plexi Superlead Guitar Amp Amplifier Vintage Head 70s

Lodi, California, 952**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$5000

Super bass modded to super lead with post phase inverter master volume (PPIMV) by trace at voodoo amps, no extra holes drilled as the volume went in a forth speaker output, was retubed, recapped, and is in perfect shape for more decades of music. Sounds great both live and in studio, but I don??t give this amp the love it deserves anymore playing country music in Texas. I formerly
played in tribute bands including Led Zeppelin, Boston, The Rolling Stones, AC / DC, Bob Seger, Heart, Fleetwood ... more

MARSHALL 1974X 18 W Point To Point Wired Guitar Amp

Huntington Station, New York, 117**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2150

THE marshall custom POINT TO POINT WIRED guitar amplifier. The sound that won the west ! When Eric Clapton recorded the Bluesbreaker record he played one of these same amps except his was 35 watts ! No one previously ever sounded like it ! That record taught more people to play and how to SOUND
Than any before! No master volume just plug in an hit the gas ! No matter what guitar you use it will bring out the best in its voice ! It??s an absolute BEAST ! It was never gigged and stored in ... more

1970s Marshall 1960A 4x12 Guitar Speaker Cabinet 412 Cab Angled

Hendersonville, North Carolina, 287**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1500

Great cab. Obviously has some wear from use but sounds great. Has vintage Sunn Transducer speakers.
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RARE 1978 MARSHALL MASTER MODEL 50W MK 2 LEAD 2X12 TUBE GUITAR AMPLIFIER COMBO

Fort Myers, Florida, 339**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$4950

PLEASE BE SURE TO CHECK OUT
OUR OTHER LISTINGS!!!
~ SUPER RARE FIND ~
1978 MARSHALLMASTER MODEL 50WMK 2 LEAD2X12 TUBE GUITARAMPLIFIER COMBO!!!
WHEN A FRIEND OF OURSLET US KNOW THAT THISAMP WAS AVAILABLE FOR SALE, IT TOOK US ALL OF ABOUT30 SECONDS TO DECIDE THATIT WOULD BE HEADING SOUTHTO US HERE IN FLORIDA!!!
THEY WOULD NOT SHIP THE AMP, SO WE HAD TO MAKE PLANSTO PICK UP IN PERSON;THAT'S A 4-DAY ROUND TRIPTHAT WE HAVE INVESTED!!!
CRAZY, RIGHT? YES!WORTH IT? ... more

Jim Marshall Autographed Marshall Amp Signed T-Shirt 1997- Brand NEW

Saint Clair Shores, Michigan, 480**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$100

Rare one of a kind autographed shirt by the late Jim Marshall given to the Late Dennis Noda from Cannibal and the Headhunters / Classic Rock AllStars. Never worn. Size XL. From NAMM show.
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1967 MARSHALL PLEXI TREMOLO 50W MOD T1987 PLEXI ??BLUESBREAKER?? LIKE DUANE

Hopewell, New Jersey, 085**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$9795

FROM THE PRIVATE COLLECTION OF SOUND INVESTMNETS USA LLC
1967 MARSHALL PLEXI TREMOLO 50W MOD T1987 PLEXI ??BLUESBREAKER?? RARE LIKE DUANE ALLMAN??S
I UNDERSTAND PAUL REED SMITH WAS GIVIN THIS MODEL (PREVIOUSLY OWNED BY DUANE ALLMAN) BY DEREK TRUCKS AND OWNS ONE NOW
I ALSO BELIEVE CLAPTON TOLD DWYANE WHICH MARSHALL TO GET
INCREDIBLE TONE HATE TO PART WITH IT
I WILL TAKE ALL TUBES OUT DIAGRAM THEIR LOCATION AND WRAP THEM IN BUBBLE WRAP AND THIS AMP WILL BE PROFESSIONALLY PACKED AND ... more

1973 Marshall 100watt JMP plexi Superlead Guitar Amp Amplifier Vintage Head 70s

Topeka, Kansas, 666**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$9999

This vintage 1973 Marshall 100watt JMP plexi Superlead guitar amp is a true gem for any musician. With its classic design and powerful sound, this head amplifier is perfect for any guitar enthusiast. The brand Marshall is known for its high-quality products, and this amp is no exception.

I have owned and appreciated the fabulous tone of this full stack Marshall since 1986. I??m 59 this year and ready to pass this on to the next caretaker.
Cabinets are available.

The ... more

1984 Marshall 1960A JCM 800 Lead 4x12 Cabinet 260w 16ohms

San Diego, California, 921**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1095

1984 Marshall 1960A JCM 800 Lead 4x12 Cabinet 260w 16ohms
This Amp Is In Good Working Condition With Wear Visible Throughout Including Tears In The Tolex, One Small Tear In The Cloth And Some Dark Spots On The Cloth (Please See All Photos)
Located At IVG Orange
Comes With Original Celestion G12T-75 Speakers
Fully Tested And Functional
Comes As Shown
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1988 Marshall 2555 Black Jubilee With 1960AV Cab

Roseville, Ohio, 437**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3550

1988 Marshall Model 2555 2-channel 50W / 100W "Black Jubilee " . Perfect working order. Very nice cosmetically. Loaded with matched quad of JJ El34s. Also included is a Marshall 1960AV Vintage 4x12 cab. It has the original Marshall branded Celestion G12V Vintage speakers dated to 2005. The cab is rated at 280w. There is a blemish (pictured) on the grill. New wheels! I purchased this cabinet in November of 2019 from the estate of Eric Moore (The Godz). Will deliver within 100 miles of Roseville, ... more

Rare Vintage Marshall Bass Amp Head Super Bass JCM 800 MKII 100W

Accord, New York, 124**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3200

For sale is a top-of-the-line Marshall bass amp head, the Super Bass JCM 800 MKII with a powerful 100W output. This amp is perfect , providing a warm and rich sound that is sure to enhance any performance. The amp is in excellent working condition. With its versatile set of features, including a range of tone controls, this amp is ideal for musicians of all levels looking to take their sound to the next level Rare Vintage Super Bass 100 W MKII. Jim MarshallIf you are a musician you know how ... more

1976 Marshall JMP 1987 MKII 50-Watt Amplifier Head w / Cover

San Diego, California, 921**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$4295

1976 Marshall JMP 1987 MKII
Located At IVG Sherman Oaks
In Very Good Overall Condition (Please See Photos)
Some Normal Cosmetic Surface Wear Throughout
Metal Hardware On Handle Shows Oxidation
Circuit Appears Mostly Original With Some Changed Components (See Photos)
Original Transformers
Changed Power Cord As Shown
Made In UK
Big Box Cabinet
4 Input Non-Master Volume
Mullard ECC83 Preamp Tubes
Sylvania 6CA7 / EL34 Power Tubes
50-Watts
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Vintage Marshall? Fender? McIntosh? Vacuum Tube Amp Amplifier, Leather

New Philadelphia, Ohio, 446**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$850

Measures approx. 2ft x. 9 5" Amp came from a long time musician who collected all sorts of audio equipment . Turns on but is not further tested. Not sure of the brand or wattage on this amplifier. Please see each and every photo and feel free to ask any questions
Once your item has arrived, please post positive feedback and I will know your item has arrived safely.
Once receiving feedback, I'll post a positive for you also.
I await these feedbacks so I know this transaction is ... more

Marshall 1974X 18w Combo Amp Handwired

Walnut Creek, California, 945**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2399

Marshall 1974X Tube Combo Amp (18-Watt | 1 x 12 " )
18-Watt, all-valve Handwired combo reissue of the model 1974 (1966-1968) with specially Celestion Alnico Gold 12" speaker
The 18W 1974X is a re-issue of the 1974 produced between 1966 and 1968. Just like the original, the 1974X is valve driven, hand soldered, with an aluminum chassis, and has a Tremolo circuit. Its two-channel design includes volume, tone, speed and sensitivity on channel one, the tremolo channel and volume and tone ... more

Marshall 4x12 Cabinets - Stage Used / Owned by Eric Clapton / Derek & The Dominos

Winnetka, Illinois, 600**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$49500

Marshall 4x12 Cabinets - Stage Used / Owned by Eric Clapton / Derek & The Dominos
Marshall 4x12 Cabinets - Stage Used / Owned by Eric Clapton / Derek & The Dominos
Marshall Amps 1960A and 1960B 4x12 Speaker Cabinets
Personally Owned and Stage Used by Eric Clapton
Derek and the Dominos Stenciled pair of Guitar Amplifier Speaker Cabinets
Featured in the Eric Clapton sale of Guitars and Amps in aid of the Crossroads Centre
ATTENTION Serious Collectors and Eric Clapton ... more

1999 Marshall 1960 Lead Angled Speaker Cab 412 All Original. Original Owner

Melbourne, Florida, 329**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$900

I purchased this from Mars music in orlando, florida, back in 1999, I have barely used it. It's barely broken in. They made them much better back then, trust me. It blows away all the other marshals I've had had or listened to
This is a collector's cab. There's a few tears in the tolex but overall, not bad at all. It has never been gigged. Always in a home studio comma and it does not smell like cigarettes or pets, or kids If you're a marshall fan, then you will love this cabinet. If you ... more

Marshall (1960A) 300 W 4x12 " " Angled Extension Cabinet

Westfield, New Jersey, 070**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$700

EXCELLENT condition jcm900 cabinet 300w original everything. Angled

I have too many 4x12 cabinets and this one I don??t need anymore
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1970s Marshall 1960A 100 Watt 4x12 Guitar Speaker Cabinet Celestion Greenbacks

Hendersonville, North Carolina, 287**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3000

Great cab. Obviously has some wear from use but very good condition, especially for its age. Sounds great. Has original Rola Celestion Greenback speakers. Date code on the baskets dates to August of 1972.
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Marshall Popular 1930 2x10" Combo 1970 - Black

Brooklyn, New York, 112**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2799

Here we have a vintage Marshall Popular 1930 2x10" combo! This entry level amp is in good condition overall and good functioning shape. It has dual 10 inch speakers, built-in tremolo and two channels with dual inputs for each channel. The amp also has a hard wired footswitch. There has been a voltage transformer added, which is installed in the bottom of the cabinet, to convert this amplifier to US power with a modern 3 prong cable. The amp has seen other service over the years but remains in ... more

2005 Marshall 1960A 300 Watt 4X12 Guitar Speaker Cabinet 412 Cab

Hendersonville, North Carolina, 287**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$700

Has some wear but good condition overall. Sounds great.
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1973 Marshall JMP Super Lead 100-Watt Amp Head *JUST SERVICED

Eureka, California, 955**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$4645

This amp was just recently serviced 2 / 13 / 2025. My tech is amazing and specializes in vintage tube amplifiers. He took his time and meticulously went through every single component on the amp. He notes that the transformers and all major parts are all original, as highlighted on the service receipt. Some caps have been replaced, normal maintenance. Freshly tuned and biased. I tested this amp and it is extremely loud and fat, full of the classic Marshall tones that you would expect. Has no ... more