1962 Bluesbreaker Combo from the left angle
1962 Bluesbreaker Combo with guitar
1962 Bluesbreaker Combo left side from
1962 Bluesbreaker Combo right side from above
1962 Bluesbreaker Combo front facing
1962 Bluesbreaker Combo backside zoomed in
1962 Bluesbreaker Combo backside

1962 Bluesbreaker Combo

Iconic 30W Combo built in the UK
Details

Add soul to your sound with classic '60s-inspired deep blues tones. This two-voice combo is powered by two 5881 tubes.

With two Celestion Greenback speakers and tremolo effect, it's designed for those who want to plug and play.

Designed and engineered in UK. Made in UK.

Features
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Built in our UK factory 

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All-valve 

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Celestion G12M-25 speakers

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Two voices

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Three band EQ

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Tremolo effect controlled by a footswitch

HEAR THE 1962 BLUESBREAKER COMBO

Clean 1

Speed 0, Intensity 0, Presence 4, Bass 5, Mid 6, Treble 6, Volume 1 2, Volume 2 2

Clean 2

Speed 0, Intensity 0, Presence 6, Bass 6, Mid 6, Treble 6, Volume 1 4, Volume 2 4

Crunch 1

Speed 0, Intensity 0, Presence 3, Bass 7, Mid 8, Treble 8, Volume 1 7, Volume 2 6

Crunch 2

Speed 0, Intensity 0, Presence 6, Bass 5, Mid 8, Treble 10, Volume 1 7, Volume 2 9

Crunch 3

Speed 0, Intensity 0, Presence 5, Bass 2, Mid 10, Treble 10, Volume 1 10, Volume 2 10

GENERAL
Model
1962 Bluesbreaker Combo
Range
Vintage reissue
CHANNELS
2, BRIDGEABLE
TECHNOLOGY
Valve
ELECTRONICS
Output wattage
30W
OUTPUTS
2 x 1/4" jack speaker outputs, selectable 16Ω/ 8Ω / 4Ω load
INPUTS
4 X 1/4" JACK INSTRUMENT INPUTS (HIGH/LOW SENSITIVITY)
controls
VOLUME II, VOLUME I, TREBLE, MIDDLE, BASS, PRESENCE, TREMOLO INTENSITY, TREMOLO SPEED
Effects
Valve tremolo
Effects loop
No
SPEAKERS
Speaker configuration
2x12"
Speaker model
Celestion G12M-25 (16Ω, 25w)
Unit impedance
8Ω
VALVES
Preamp valves
3 X ECC83, 1 X ECC83 (PHASE SPLITTER)
Power amp valves
2 x 5881
Rectifier valves
1 X GZ34
PHYSICAL UNIT
Weight
30.2 kg / 67 LB
Width
740 mm / 29.1"
Height
610 mm / 24"
Depth
265 mm / 10.4"
Country of origin
Designed and engineered in UK. Made in UK.
INCLUDED IN THE BOX
Box Contents
PEDL-90003 included Detachable power cable included
Support & more information

Colour

Black

1962 Bluesbreaker Combo from the front

1962 Bluesbreaker Combo in different environments

60 YEARS OF LOUD

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60 YEARS OF LOUD

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60 YEARS OF LOUD

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60 YEARS OF LOUD

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60 YEARS OF LOUD

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60 YEARS OF LOUD

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60 YEARS OF LOUD

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60 YEARS OF LOUD

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60 YEARS OF LOUD

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60 YEARS OF LOUD

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60 YEARS OF LOUD

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60 YEARS OF LOUD

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60 YEARS OF LOUD

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60 YEARS OF LOUD

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60 YEARS OF LOUD

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60 YEARS OF LOUD

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60 YEARS OF LOUD

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60 YEARS OF LOUD

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60 YEARS OF LOUD

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60 YEARS OF LOUD

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60 YEARS OF LOUD

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60 YEARS OF LOUD

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60 YEARS OF LOUD

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60 YEARS OF LOUD

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60 YEARS OF LOUD

A GIF of a X inside a circle.

60 YEARS OF LOUD

A GIF of a X inside a circle.

60 YEARS OF LOUD

A GIF of a X inside a circle.

60 YEARS OF LOUD

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60 YEARS OF LOUD

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60 YEARS OF LOUD

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TWO CHANNELS

The two channels of the 1962 combo amp allow for a broader range of tones and sounds. You can set up different settings on each channel and effortlessly switch between the two when needed. This versatility is particularly useful when playing various genres of music. 

Clean 1

Crunch 1

Crunch 2

1962 Bluesbreaker Combo from above

Celestion G12M-25 speakers

Despite the G12M Greenback speaker undergoing some changes over time, it has still managed to keep its highly sought-after sound. The 25W version of this speaker has a bold mid-range and tight high-end, giving it aggressive tones for chords and searing leads. It's perfect for bringing drive and clarity to modern high gain amps. 

Celestion G12M-25 speakers

Despite the G12M Greenback speaker undergoing some changes over time, it has still managed to keep its highly sought-after sound. The 25W version of this speaker has a bold mid-range and tight high-end, giving it aggressive tones for chords and searing leads. It's perfect for bringing drive and clarity to modern high gain amps. 

The back of the Marshall 1962 Bluesbreaker Combo
1962 Bluesbreaker Combo on stage

Perfect simplicity

Nothing gets in the way of you and your music with the 1962 Combo amp. Thanks to its tremolo effect (which can be controlled via footswitch), two channel input and three band EQ, this amp is uncomplicated and undemanding. It’s for those who want to just plug in and perform. 

Learn more about our UK made amps
1962 Bluesbreaker Combo zoomed in on top and backside

Perfect simplicity

Nothing gets in the way of you and your music with the 1962 Combo amp. Thanks to its tremolo effect (which can be controlled via footswitch), two channel input and three band EQ, this amp is uncomplicated and undemanding. It’s for those who want to just plug in and perform. 

Learn more about our UK made amps
1962 Bluesbreaker Combo zoomed in on the top with circle

Built in our UK factory

Expertly manufactured at our Bletchley, England facility, the 1962 'Bluesbreaker' proudly embodies the spirit of Marshall.  Evolving with technological advancements, the reissue Bluesbreaker is equipped with 6L6 valves and Celestion G12 speakers, while still featuring timeless Marshall design details. Though momentarily overshadowed by 100-watt full stacks, the Bluesbreaker has returned to the spotlight as part of the Vintage Reissue series. This comeback story is only getting started.

Built in our UK factory

Expertly manufactured at our Bletchley, England facility, the 1962 'Bluesbreaker' proudly embodies the spirit of Marshall.  Evolving with technological advancements, the reissue Bluesbreaker is equipped with 6L6 valves and Celestion G12 speakers, while still featuring timeless Marshall design details. Though momentarily overshadowed by 100-watt full stacks, the Bluesbreaker has returned to the spotlight as part of the Vintage Reissue series. This comeback story is only getting started.

1962 Bluesbreaker Combo closeup
An old GIF of different people helping build the Marshall amps in the UK factory.

PRODUCT DETAILS

OUTPUT WATTAGE

30W

EFFECTS

Tremolo effect controlled by a footswitch

VOICES

Two voices

SPEAKERS

2x 12-inch Celestion G12M-25 speakers