1973/74 – Marshall Super Lead 100W Head: Live Rentals by Red Hot Chili Peppers
Condition: Very Good
Includes: Amplifier head, power cable.
Overview:
This unit physically consists of a vintage Marshall 100-watt amplifier head configured with a printed circuit board, original transformers, and 6550 power tubes. The gold front control panel features a standard four-input layout alongside traditional presence, bass, middle, treble, volume I, and volume II controls. The black Tolex head cabinet exhibits structural integrity with visible corner wear, minor tears, and localized scuffs across the exterior surfaces. This unit comes from a long-term rental inventory with documented use by Red Hot Chili Peppers.
Key Details:
- Format: Amplifier Head
- Year: 1973/74
- Channels / Features: Two channels, four inputs, no master volume
- Controls: Presence, Bass, Middle, Treble, Volume I, Volume II, Standby switch, Power switch
- Speakers / Cabinet configuration: Head only
- Serial Number(s): No Serial #
Service Summary:
- Inspected by: D. Ghinn
- Date: 10.15.25
- Transformers: Original
- Circuitry: Printed Circuit Board (1973)
- Power Tubes: 6550
- Capacitors: Original filter caps, final signal caps replaced
Condition
Cosmetic:
- Visible tearing and scuffing on the black Tolex cabinet edges and corners
- Gold front panel exhibits dust accumulation, light oxidation, and surface wear around the inputs and control knobs
- Rear chassis shows minor surface oxidation and dust accumulation
- Chassis labels and assembly stickers show vintage wear and discoloration
Functional:
- Inspected and fully evaluated by technician D. Ghinn
- Final signal capacitors replaced to ensure operational safety
- Potentiometers, switches, and jack inputs fully checked during tech evaluation
Provenance:
- Live Rentals by:– Red Hot Chili Peppers
- Studio rental provenance:– Brett Allen Studio Rental Collection (Asset ID: BRAL907)
Shipping:
- Professionally packed and fully insured
- White-glove delivery available
- International shipping available
This item is sold As-Described
This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More.
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