c. 1969-1972 Marshall 1959 Super Lead 100-Watt Amplifier Head Modified

Circa 1969-1972 Marshall 1959 Super Lead Head 

This Item is Located At IVG Sherman Oaks

In Fair Overall Condition (Please See Photos)

Modified With Master Volume Control, Circuit Appears To Have Mostly Replaced Or Updated Components (Please See Photos)

Currently Running 2X Power Tubes For 50W Rating

Please Compare To Known Schematics For Circuit Information, As We Cannot Attest To What Other Mods Or Alterations May Be Present Internally

Original Cabinet And Tolex, Some Routing Visible Beneath Back Panel As Shown

 Metal Front And Back Panels Replaced With Reproduction Plexi Panels

Original Handle

Replaced Drake 1471-263 Choke Transformer Dates To 1984

Replaced Dagnall T-4145 Power Transformer Dates To 1993

Marshall Logo Appears Original

Tested And Fully Functional, Sounds Great As-Is!

Comes As Shown With Modern Bulgin Power Cable

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A Marshall Super Lead with a master volume mod is a classic British tube head that blends vintage authority with added control. Originally a non-master-volume, 100-watt amp powered by EL34 tubes, the Super Lead is famous for its aggressive midrange, tight low end, and soaring highs—defining the sound of late-’60s and ’70s rock. The master volume modification allows players to push the amp’s preamp into rich overdrive at more manageable levels, rather than needing ear-splitting volume to reach its signature distortion. The result is the same iconic crunch and sustain, but with greater flexibility for studio or stage use.