Ultra-Rare Marshall 1980 JMP 2959 100W Lead Head – The Super Lead with Reverb
$ 4,199.00
You're looking at a very good condition 1980 JMP 2959 100W Lead Head. This unit is serial number 03283M. This head is all original. It includes the original vinyl cover and footswitch. As you can see the Marshall logo is missing. This amp only has 2 of the 4 original Mullard EL84 tubes and is biased as such.
ABOUT THE AMP
This is an exceptional opportunity to own a piece of Marshall history: the Marshall JMP 2959 100-Watt Lead Head. Produced only for a brief period between 1978 and 1980, the 2959 is one of the rarest Marshall heads ever made, with estimates suggesting less than 200 units were manufactured.
The 2959 takes the foundational circuit of the legendary non-Master Volume 1959 Super Lead and enhances it with two key factory features:
- Built-in Spring Reverb: Adds depth and dimension without the need for external pedals.
- Switchable Gain Boost: Pushes the classic Super Lead tone into a searing, saturated overdrive.
This amp delivers the full, uncompressed, dynamic tone of a vintage 100W Marshall, powered by four EL34 tubes, perfect for players and collectors who demand the ultimate in vintage tone and historical significance. A true collector's centerpiece and a gigging powerhouse.
Key Features for Bullet Points:
- Model: JMP 2959 100W Lead
- Year: 1980
- Serial Number: 03283M
- Power: 100 Watts (4 x EL34) / 50 Watts (2 x EL34)
- Circuit: Non-Master Volume Super Lead (1959-style)
- Features: Factory-Installed Spring Reverb and Switchable Boost
- Rarity: Extremely rare collector's item with limited production numbers.