Marshall 1987X
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Marshall
1987X
Product Info
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The 1987X is a straight-up Marshall monster—raw, powerful, and dripping with that classic British crunch. If you’re chasing a specific, high-gain sound for rock and metal, and aren’t looking for a ton of modern features, this head delivers the goods. It's a premium-priced option, but the tone is undeniably authentic.
Product Description
- Marshall 1987X
- Tube Head for Electric Guitar
- Two channels
- Power: 50 watts
- Preamp tubes: 3 x ECC83
- Power tubes: 2 x EL34
- Controls for Presence
- Bass
- Middle
- Treble
- Loudness 1
- Loudness 2
- Serial effects loop
- Inputs: 4 x 6.3 mm jack
- Speaker outputs (min. 4 ohm): 2 x 6.3 mm jack
- FX send and return: 2x 6.3 mm jack
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 660 x 210 x 260 mm
- Weight: 15.3 kg
- Made in UK
PROS
- • Classic Marshall high-gain tone, instantly recognizable and powerful
- • UK-built quality, robust construction for gigging and studio use
- • Flexible dual channels offer clean and aggressive voicing options
- • EL34 power tubes deliver signature Marshall warmth and sustain
CONS
- • Significant weight makes transport challenging for solo players
- • Limited versatility compared to more modern, multi-channel amps
- • Serial effects loop can introduce noise if not properly implemented
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Key Features
Power (Watts)
50
Tubes
3 x ECC83 (preamp), 2 x EL34 (power)
Channels
2
Effects
Serial effects loop
Speaker Output
2 x 6.3 mm jack (min. 4 ohm)
Weight
15.3 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 1987X is a more refined version, with a tighter low end and slightly more aggressive high-end response than the JCM800, but maintains that core Marshall character.
50 watts is plenty for most club and smaller venue gigs, especially when paired with a suitable speaker cabinet and proper gain staging.
While technically possible, using 6L6s will significantly alter the amp's tonal character, losing much of the EL34’s signature bite and responsiveness; it’s not recommended.
