Marshall Head Mark 2 Super Lead 100 watt 1973 Hand wired

Up for sale is a genuine golden-era Marshall 1959 Super Lead 100W tube head dating to the transitional hand-wired era (circa 1969-1971, serial prefix SL/A). This one dates to 1973.

Local pickup only.

If you are looking for the unmistakable, room-shaking roar of classic British rock without paying museum-piece collector premiums, this is the ultimate player’s head.

Circuit & Component Highlights:

• Original Hand-Wired Turret Board: Completely intact point-to-point turret construction featuring period-correct yellow Philips/Mullard "mustard" capacitors.
• Transformer Iron: Correct vintage laydown mains and stand-up transformer set.
• Power Section: Quad of matched JJ EL34 power tubes with spring retainers.
• Preamp Section: 3 — 12AX7 / ECC83 preamp tubes under vintage metal shielding cans.
• Servicing & Reliability: Fresh, high-quality electrolytic filter cans installed for quiet, dependable operation and full dynamic punch.

Player-Friendly Upgrades / Mods:

• Buffered Effects Loop (Send/Return): Added 1/4" rear loop jacks to seamlessly run time-based effects (delay, reverb, modulation) post-preamp.
• Rear Variable NFB / "Rough" Control: Potentiometer on the rear chassis allows you to adjust negative feedback loop resistance—dial between tighter modern response and raw, open vintage presence.
• Upgraded Impedance Selector: Solid modern rotary switch (4 / 8 / 16) replacing the failure-prone vintage two-pin selector plug.
• 3-Prong Grounded Mains Cord: Installed for modern electrical safety and reduced noise.

Condition & Terms: Cosmetically in great vintage shape with honest tolex wear, light gold piping aging, and clean faceplates consistent with a 50+ year-old stage veteran. Functionally tested, biased, and ready to play.

• Pickup Terms: Local pickup only. Arranged at a mutually agreed secure location. Serious buyers are welcome to coordinate a quick functional test. Payment via Reverb Local Pickup or cash in person.