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Description

The Marshall 1960 Speaker Cabinet puts out beautiful tone at any volume. The addition of an impedance (4 or 16 ohm) mono/stereo switching mechanism has transformed the "industry standard" 1960 into the ultimate speaker cab. These 280W Marshall cabs are loaded with Celestion Vintage speakers.
Marshall 1960 300W 4x12 Guitar Extension Cabinet
Marshall 1960 300W 4x12 Guitar Extension Cabinet
Marshall 1960 300W 4x12 Guitar Extension Cabinet

Specs

  • Speaker Type: Celestion G12T-75W
  • Speaker Configuration: 4 x12
  • Power (RMS): 300W
  • Selectable Mono/Stereo: Yes
  • Impedance Stereo/Mono: 8 ohm, 16/4 ohm
  • 30"W x 32-3/4"H x 14-1/4"D
  • 82 lbs.

Reviews

4.73

26 Reviews

78%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Expensive but worth every cent!!!
I would recommend (Awsome)

Most Liked Positive Review

4

Good Cab for High volume Metal

I have had this cab for about 2 months and can say she really blossoms when cranked. I too run a Peavey 6505+ and although I can run her quite she can be a little ice picky and then when you get her up a little is when the bottom end kicks in. I have the 1960A, but kind of wish I would have traded her in before my 30 days for the 1960B which everyone tells me has more bottom end because of the extra cabinet space.

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Most Liked Negative Review

2

Overrated

This is just an overall review of these cabs as i have had several throughout the years . I had tried out two more this year . I will say i have never really liked closed back 4x12's every since my first cab - a mitchell 2x12 front ported cab . But , that cab was sold and i did what everyone else did , buy 4x12 cabs . I will say some were better than others ...i liked the peavey 400 watt 4x12 , and i had a carvin 4x12 that wasnt bad . When i tried the marshall 4x12 1960 a again this year, a new and used one , they just sounded colored to me . And what is funny is they are small . I guess 28 years ago they seemed big and bad but compared to others, they are small . But for sound they just seem very colored . I know the stock speakers are supposed to be relatively tight, but to me the tones arent there . But to be fair , all 4x12's are boxy to me. I searched and serached for a good cabs . Randall , Orange etc. Almost gave up until i found the genz benz 2x12 g flex . To me , speakers have to be able to move . If they are closed you get a boxy low end with alot of highs . Also, closed cabs are so directional that you have to be right in front or out in the audience to hear the direct sound . Ported cabs arent like that . They fill the room . It might just be a matter of taste but i have had several people comment on my genz benz cab sound . I think people use 4x12s because its " what you do " . Also, some say front ported are boomy and sloppy ...not true . They magnify how ever your amp/eq settings are voiced . I have a EVH 5150 3 s and its very mid voiced . So tons of mids come through my cab. I have to scoop the mids . So a front ported cab will magnify whatever you give it . I will say marshalls still have that look ! I will say the old greenback loaded cabs with a plexi or jtm 45 are still the deal for classic rock !

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Performances7
  2. Home Studio5
  3. Amateur Recording3
  4. Outdoor Events / Games3
  5. Professional Recording2
Cons
  1. Poor Sound Quality2
  2. Pricey / Poor Value2
  3. Bulky/Heavy1
  4. There are no cons with this cabinet.1
  5. overrated1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced9
  2. Novice1
  3. Professional Musician1
Pros
  1. Good Audio8
  2. Durable5
  3. Easy To Use5
  4. Compact2
  5. Versatile1

Reviewed by 26 customers

  • Wow! Amazing gear!

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byJohn

    fromPalm Harbor, Florida

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I'm a part time musician and this equipment is amazing! It does everything I need and more!

  • Yes, I would buy this cab again !

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted3 years ago

    byJoe

    fromUpstate New York

    Have one cab on both sides of drums.it sounds professional because it is !

  • Marshall 1960A Lead 4 X 12 Slant a must have

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted4 years ago

    byJames B

    fromHartford, CT

    For me everything is great about this1960A. It is built like a tank and is everything you could ever want. And besides this was a birthday gift from the wife. Nothing but the best.

  • Perfect

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted5 years ago

    bySteve

    fromMaryland

    Very pleased with this cabinet. Sounds awesome and quality is awesome.

  • Product Description

    5

    submitted5 years ago

    byWill R.

    fromFlorence Ky

    who is the dork who wrote this description Product Description: The Marshall 1960 Speaker Cabinet puts out beautiful tone at any volume. The addition of an impedance (4 or 16 ohm) mono/stereo switching mechanism has transformed the "industry standard" 1960 into the ultimate speaker cab. These 280W Marshall cabs are loaded with Celestion Vintage speakers.

  • Expensive but worth every cent!!!

    5

    submitted5 years ago

    byMagdump

    fromKnoxville, MD

    I was pretty much forced into purchasing this 1960A cab after the backorder delay for the less expensive version (the Marshall MX412AR) kept getting extended and extended (they are made overseas and the global pandemic has seriously messed with supply chains-they only trickle in sporadically and I had no idea how many people were ahead of me on the wait list). This 1960A cab was in stock however, not surprising really as it is more than twice as expensive as the MX412AR. You get what you pay for however. Instead of the MDF (medium dense fiber board) construction (which is heavy though still quite durable-assuming you don't drop it!) of the less-expensive MX412AR made overseas, the 1960A is made in England from 15mm birch plywood. Upgraded quality speakers too. Consumer products can generally be grouped into 3 quality categories: Good, Better, and Best. Few would argue that the Marshall 1960 cabs are not "Best" quality and as it sounds incredible, and is very durable. Excellent resale value also. In summary, I am glad that I was "forced" by badly challenged supply chains to either keep waiting months for Better, or suck it up and pay the money for Best and get it delivered now. I have no regrets and you won't have any either. Fantastic cab!!! Right now I am only using with a tiny 1 watt head (Marshall DSL1HR) for home use but it is nice to have the capability to do about anything I might need to in the future with the addition of a larger head if needed. I have the cab aspect covered at least!

Q&A

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  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byVulgar&bored

    fromChicago

    Is this cabinet made with plywood? Please and thanks

    Open Reply - Thomas
    No, lumber and very heavy.

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked bySkyMan5162

    fromLynn, IN

    Is this product compatible with the Marshall JVM410H Amp Head?

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    Yes it will be compatible

  • submitted5 years ago

    asked byJackson

    fromGrand Rapids, Mi

    Does the cab come with the wheels on the bottom or not?

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    Casters included

  • submitted7 years ago

    asked byPeri

    fromBerkeley

    How many speakers are In this?

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    This has 4 twelve inch speakers

  • submitted7 years ago

    asked byK

    fromundisclosed

    Made in United Kingdom?

    Open Reply - Beau
    Yes, this cabinet was made in Britain at the Marshall production facility in Bletchley, England