SIXTIES

A black and white image of a young Jim Marshall playing drums
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The 1960s were a pivotal time for Britain's music scene, and Marshall played a crucial role in shaping the sonic landscape. As bands like The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and The Who rose to prominence, Marshall amplifiers became synonymous with the powerful, iconic sound that defined the era, solidifying their place as a cornerstone in the history of British rock music. 

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Jim Marshall outside the first Marshall shop in London

Sixties

1960 open for business – 'Jim Marshall and Son'

Image of Jim Marshall reading a Marshall paper in front of the first Marshall amplifier

Sixties

1962: A noisy revelation – amplifier ‘Number one’

A black and white image of a person climbing on the wall of a building

Sixties

1964: The mods and the rockers battle on Brighton beach

A black and white photo of a group of people playing guitars with Marshall Amps in background.

Sixties

1965: THE MARSHALL
STACK POWERS
THE BRITISH INVASION

A colour image of Jimi Hendrix standing in front of a Marshall stack. He's holding the guitar up to his mouth and playing it with his teeth.

Sixties

1966: Jimi Hendrix Takes Marshall International

A group of men working in a factory.

Sixties

1967: Demand Exceeds Supply for Marshall

A couple dancing at a festival

Sixties

1967: The Summer of Love

Black and white image of a group of skinheads standing in the street.

Sixties

1968: Skinheads and Rudeboys