1969 - Super Bass 100 - Studio / Live Rentals by System of the Down, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and Dave Grohl
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1969 Marshall Super Bass 100, Original Transformers, Heavy Studio Use — Serviced by Danny Ghinn
Condition: Player-grade vintage (professionally maintained)
Includes: ANALOGr provenance packet, Danny Ghinn service notes
Overview
1969 Marshall Super Bass 100 head, a well-used and well-maintained studio amplifier from Brett Allen's Los Angeles rental collection. Original transformer set is intact, with service-era work performed as needed to keep the amp active in professional settings. Serviced by Los Angeles technician Danny Ghinn, who documented significant historical service work, removal of prior modifications, and replacement of filter caps with OEM-spec parts.
This unit saw extensive use with major artists and producers and was selected for notable rock sessions over multiple decades (System of a Down, Red Hot Chili Peppers & Dave Grohl)
Key Details
- Year: 1969
- Model: Super Bass 100
- Serial: SB/A 3471A
- Power: 100 watts
- Channels: 2
- Transformers: Original (per technician)
- Notes: Large replacement logo; expected heavy cosmetic wear from long-term use
- Serial: SB/A 3471A
Service Summary (Danny Ghinn)
- Significant long-term service work performed for upkeep
- Evidence of older modification fully removed
- All transformers original
- Filter capacitors replaced with OEM equivalents
- Wiring cleaned up during service; amp electrically stable
Condition
- Heavy exterior wear consistent with decades of rental and touring duty
- Fully operational following service
- Circuit stable after recent service work
- Player-grade cosmetics, functional workhorse reliability
Provenance
From Brett Allen Studio Rentals, with documented usage by:
- System of a Down
- Red Hot Chili Peppers
- Dave Grohl
Rental invoices and internal documentation are included in the ANALOGr provenance packet.
Included
- 1969 Marshall Super Bass 100 head
- Danny Ghinn service notes
- ANALOGr provenance packet
Shipping
Professionally packed & fully insured White-glove domestic delivery available Freight options available International shipping on request
Final Notes
Additional photos, documentation scans, and video walkthroughs are available upon request.
This item is sold As-Described
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