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1. MAINS (POWER) SWITCH

This is the On/Off switch for the mains electric power to the amplifier.

Note: Please ensure the amplifier is switched off and unplugged from the mains electricity supply whenever it is moved!

2. STANDBY SWITCH

The Standby Switch is used in conjunction with the Power Switch (item 1) to ‘warm up’ the amplifier before use and to prolong the life of the output valves. When powering up the amplifier always engage the Power Switch (1) first, leaving the Standby switch on ‘Standby’. This enables the heater voltage, allowing the valves to come up to their correct operating temperature. After approximately two minutes the valves will have reached their correct operating temperature and the Standby Switch can be engaged, enabling the HT without ‘shocking’ cold valves. In order to prolong valve life, the Standby Switch alone should also be used to turn the amplifier on and off during breaks in a performance. Also, when switching off, always disengage the Standby Switch prior to the main Power Switch.

3. INDICATOR

This 6.3 Volt incandescent filament indicator will light up whenever the Super 100JH is plugged into the mains and the Mains Switch (1) is on.

4. PRESENCE CONTROL

This control affects high frequency content in the negative feedback derived from the Super 100JH’s power section and fed back to the phase inverter. Turning it clockwise adds an extra high cut to your sound.

5. BASS CONTROL

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8. LOUDNESS 1

This controls the overall output level of Channel 1, turning it clockwise increases the volume. This channel is voiced for a higher treble response than the amp's other channel, Channel 2, hence its ‘High Treble’ labelling.

9. LOUDNESS 2

This controls the overall output level of Channel 2, turning it clockwise increases the volume level. This channel is voiced for a flatter, more ‘normal’ response and is labelled ‘Normal’ accordingly.

10.TOP (HIGH SENSITIVITY) INPUT FOR CHANNEL 1 This is the ‘high sensitivity’ guitar input for Channel 1, the High Treble channel. It is the most commonly used input.

Note: Always use a high quality screened guitar lead.

11.BOTTOM (LOW SENSITIVITY) INPUT FOR CHANNEL 1*

This is the ‘low sensitivity’ guitar input for Channel 1. Its sensitivity is configured to be 6dBr (decibels) lower than the channel’s ‘high sensitivity’ input.

*Note: There is photographic and film evidence that Jimi used this input rather than the high sensitivity input on certain occasions. A particularly famous example of this can be seen in the footage of his now legendary live performance of ‘Hey Joe’ and ‘Purple Haze’ at the Marquee Club, London, on March 2nd, 1967, for the TV show, Beat Club.

12. TOP (HIGH SENSITIVITY) INPUT FOR CHANNEL 2

This is the ‘high sensitivity’ guitar input for Channel 2, the Normal

channel.

Performance Note: ‘Jumping’ the two channels and ‘Daisy Chaining’ amps.

Because both channels of the Super 100JH have the same number of gain stages and are in phase with each other, it is possible to ‘jump’ (a.k.a. ‘link’ or ‘bridge’) them together and use them both at the same time. Doing this enables you to expand upon the amp's tonal capabilities.

The most common way of doing this is to plug your guitar into the top input of Channel 1 and then run a short ‘jumper’ guitar cable (i.e. a screened cable) from Channel 1’s bottom input to the top input of Channel 2, (Fig. 1). Adjust Loudness 1 & 2 controls until the desired mix of tone is achieved.

The reverse is also possible, i.e. plugging your guitar into Channel 2’s top input and then running the ‘jumper’ cable from Channel 2’s bottom input to Channel 1’s top input (Fig. 2).

Whether the channels are linked or not is entirely the choice of the individual player’s taste in tone. As always, experimentation is the key.

It is possible to ‘Daisy Chain’ or Link a number of amplifiers together using the same principals described above. As illustrated in numerous photographs, Jimi would often use this facility to ‘split’ his guitar signal between two or more full stacks - his guitar would be plugged into the top input of Channel 1 on his main amp and then a relatively long ‘jumper’ cable went from the bottom input of the same channel to the top input of Channel 1 of the second amp.

1. OUTPUT IMPEDANCE SELECTOR

Matches the amplifier's output to the load (speaker) impedance.

Important Note: Your Super 100JH should be completely powered down before the Output Impedance Selector is turned.

It is imperative that: a) at least one of the speaker outputs of the amplifier is connected to a load whilst in operation and b) the impedance on the output selector matches the total impedance of the speaker cabinet(s) being used. The following combinations are our recommendations -

1x16 Ohm cabinet - Selector set to 16 Ohm

2x16 Ohm cabinets - Selector set to 8 Ohm

1x8 Ohm cabinet - Selector set to 8 Ohm

WARNING! Use of any other combination/configuration of cabinets and/or impedances may result in sub standard sound and possible damage to the amplifier and/or the speaker cabinet(s)

WARNING! Failure to comply with any of the points raised in this section may result in damage to the amplifier.

2. LOUDSPEAKER OUTPUTS

There are two parallel loudspeaker output jacks provided for connection to the speaker cabinets. Please always ensure that the amplifier’s output impedance selector is set correctly (see item 1) and ALWAYS ensure you use good quality, unscreened (unshielded) speaker cables for this purpose. NEVER use guitar (screened/shielded) cables.

WARNING! Never use the amplifier without a speaker load attached!

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4. MAINS INPUT

Your amplifier is provided with a detachable mains (power) lead, which is connected here. Before connecting for the first time, please ensure that your amplifier’s mains selector (item 3) is set to your country’s domestic electricity supply voltage. If you have any doubt, please get advice from a qualified technician. Your Marshall dealer will be able to assist you.

Important Note: Always ensure that there is a (speaker) load attached before connecting the mains lead.

5. MAINS FUSE

The correct value of this MAINS fuse is specified on the rear panel of the amplifier. For safety reasons NEVER attempt to bypass the fuse or fit one of incorrect value.

6. H.T. FUSE

The correct value of this H.T. fuse is specified on the rear panel of the amplifier. For safety reasons NEVER attempt to bypass the fuse or fit one of incorrect value.

Note: In the original heads this fuse was mounted internally, making a quick change impossible and anything but convenient! For obvious reasons we have made it accessible via the rear panel.

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Speaker Cabinet Features 1982AJH & 1982BJH 4x12" Cabinet Construction: High-grade, flawless (knot-free) Baltic birch-ply with finger-locked (a.k.a. ‘comb’) joints for maximum strength. The main cabinet frame (sides, top, bottom and back) is constructed from 15mm ply and all edges have a 15mm radius. The front baffle onto which the four speakers are mounted is constructed from 15mm ply.

Note: The extra tall, straight fronted 1982BJH cabinet is 6 3/4" (173mm) taller than a regular Marshall 1960B cabinet.

4x12 Cabinet Cosmetics: The small, gold Marshall Script logo, ‘100’ corner logo, black Levant covering, leather strap handles (placed on the top of the 1982AJH and on the right hand side of the 1982BJH), gold beading, white piping and pinstripe grille cloth duplicate the look and style of the originals. To this end, the input jacks on both cabinets are placed near the bottom of the back panel. The original grey and white, pinstriped ‘Bluesbreaker’ grille cloth (used from 1965 to 1968) is no longer available, and wouldn't satisfy modern safety legislations regarding flammability because of its rubber content. Our supplier, ‘Somic Plc’ has worked with us to come up with a cosmetically similar, modern alternative.

Speakers: Both of these 100 Watt, mono, cabs are loaded with Celestion G12C 25 Watt Speakers which have been specially developed by Marshall and Celestion to duplicate the smooth, balanced sound of the original 25 Watt Greenback speakers found in authentic reference cabinets. In keeping with that time period, a black and gold Marshall label is on the back of the magnet cover, ensuring the look is as authentic as the sound.

This adjusts the bottom end. Turning it clockwise increases the amount of low frequencies in the sound.

6. MIDDLE CONTROL

This adjusts the level of those all-important mid-range frequencies. Turning it clockwise increases the mids and fattens your sound, giving it more punch. Turning it anticlockwise reduces the mids, producing a more 'scooped' tone.

13. BOTTOM (LOW SENSITIVITY) INPUT FOR

CHANNEL 2

This is the ‘low sensitivity’ guitar input for Channel 2. Once again

it is 6dBr lower than the channel’s ‘high sensitivity’ input.

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3. MAINS SELECTOR

This matches the amplifier's mains transformer to the incoming mains voltage.

WARNING! ALWAYS ensure that this rotary selector is set to the correct mains voltage applicable for the country where the SUPER 100JH is being used.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

SUPER 100JH Head

 

 

 

Power Output

100W RMS

Weight

22 kg

 

 

Size

741mm x 270mm x 210mm

 

1982AJH & 1982BJH Cabinets

 

 

 

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7. TREBLE CONTROL

This adjusts the top-end. Turning it clockwise increases the amount of high frequencies present in the sound, giving your guitar tone a brighter edge.

Note: The previous four controls - PRESENCE (item 4), BASS (item 5), MIDDLE (item 6) & TREBLE (item 7) - are all shared, meaning that they are common to both of the amp’s channels - Channel 1 and Channel 2. They are very interactive and,

They were his partners in crime. Of all the amps he used, they were the most reliable, packed the biggest punch and had the best tone.

Important Note: Your SUPER 100JH should always be completely powered down before the mains selector is turned.

Technical Note: Adjusting the selector from 230V to 120V or 100V or vice-versa will require the mains fuse (item 5) to be changed to the correct value as detailed on the rear panel.

Power Handling (per cabinet)

100W RMS

 

Impedance

16 Ohms per cabinet

 

 

Inputs

Mono 1/4" jacks

 

 

Weight - 1982AJH

36.4 kg

 

 

Weight - 1982BJH

41.5 kg

 

 

Dimensions - 1982AJH

754mm x 741mm x 355mm

 

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Dimensions - 1982BJH

754mm x 914mm x 355mm

 

 

 

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consequently, altering one control can change the way the others behave. For this reason, experimentation is recommended.

EUROPE ONLY - Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the requirements of the EMC Directive (Environments E1, E2 and E3 EN 55103-1/2) and the Low Voltage Directive in the E.U.

EUROPE ONLY - Note: The Peak Inrush current for the Super 100JH is 39 amps.

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