Marshall 1987X - Manual
A user manual for Marshall’s iconic vintage amplifiers outlines their design philosophy centered on natural valve tone through simplicity and high gain. The document highlights key models like the 1959SLP, 1987X, JTM45, and Bluesbreaker, emphasizing features such as the FX Loop for transparent effects processing without tonal distortion. It also covers front- and rear-panel controls–including power switches, tone knobs, input/output jacks–and critical safety guidelines like proper earthing, fuse handling, and electrical precautions to ensure safe operation.
Table of Contents:
- Page 1 – Amplifier Model Overview
- Page 2 – Safety Instructions and Electrical Guidelines
- Page 3 – Vintage Series Amplifier Features
- Page 4 – 1959SLP and 1987X Amplifier Controls
- Page 5 – 1962 Bluesbreaker Amplifier Connections
- Page 6 – 2245 JTM45 Amplifier Controls
Owners Manual
Marshall Amplification plc
Denbigh Road, Bletchley, Milton Keynes, MK1 1DQ, England
Tel : [01908] 375411 Fax : [01908] 376118
www.marshallamps.com
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Whilst the information contained herein is correct at the time of publication,
due to our policy of constant improvement and development, Marshall
Amplification plc reserve the right to alter specifications without prior notice.
1959SLP
1987X
2245 ‘JTM45’
1962 ‘Bluesbreaker’
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About this manual
- Brand
- Marshall
- Model
- 1987X
- Document type
- Manual
- Language(s)
- English
- Pages
- 6
- File size
- 720 KB
- Format
Summary
Identification of featured Marshall amplifier models including the 1959SLP, 1987X, 2245 'JTM45', and 1962 'Bluesbreaker'.
Critical safety precautions for operation, including earthing requirements, fuse handling, and general electrical safety guidelines.
Introduction to the Vintage Series re-issue amplifiers, explanation of natural valve tone achieved by simplicity, and the FX Loop feature.
