British 45

British 45

The Marshall JTM45 Half Stack is a classic British amplifier known for its warm, dynamic tone and smooth breakup. Featuring a 30-watt all-tube head paired with a 4x12 cabinet, it delivers rich cleans and creamy overdrive, making it ideal for blues, rock, and vintage-inspired sounds. Its simple control layout and GZ34 tube rectifier contribute to its signature touch sensitivity and organic response, cementing its status as a foundational amp in rock history.

Fender Model Guide

A British amplifier design rooted in the earliest generation of high-powered rock amplifiers. Warm cleans, smooth breakup and strong dynamic response make it equally at home with blues, roots music and classic rock.

  • VOLUME I Adjusts overall Bright channel volume.
  • VOLUME II Adjusts overall Normal channel volume.
  • TREBLE Adjusts high frequencies.
  • MIDDLE Adjusts midrange frequencies.
  • BASS Adjusts low frequencies.
  • PRESENCE Adjusts ultra-high frequencies.

Also included as an amp head only.

From the Fender Tone Master Pro Model Guide

Based on
Marshall JTM45
Real gear released
1962
Amp type
Tube
Power (watts)
30
Speakers
4x12