Marshall
Marshall Guv'nor Distortion
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The Marshall Guv'nor Vintage Reissue brings back one of the most influential distortion pedals ever made. First introduced in 1988, the original Guv'nor was designed to capture the sound and feel of a cranked Marshall amp in pedal form, delivering the unmistakable growl, punch, and harmonic richness that defined British rock tones for decades.
From classic rock crunch to saturated lead tones, the Guv'nor offers a remarkably amp-like response, combining powerful gain with impressive clarity and dynamic sensitivity. It remains one of the most authentic "Marshall-in-a-box" pedals ever created and has inspired countless overdrives and distortions that followed.
At the heart of the Guv'nor is a rich and dynamic distortion circuit capable of covering a wide range of gain levels, from crunchy rhythm tones to singing lead sounds.
Unlike many distortion pedals of its era, the Guv'nor features an active three-band EQ with dedicated Bass, Middle, and Treble controls, allowing players to precisely shape their tone and adapt the pedal to virtually any amplifier.
Combined with the Gain and Level controls, this flexible EQ section makes the Guv'nor equally effective as a main source of distortion or as a boost pushing an already overdriven amp.
The Guv'nor Vintage Reissue has been meticulously recreated to preserve the tone, feel, and appearance of the original pedal.
Built in Marshall's Bletchley, England factory using carefully selected through-hole components and period-correct construction techniques, this reissue captures the character that made the original Guv'nor a favorite among players seeking authentic British drive tones.
Bold, musical, and endlessly inspiring, the Guv'nor Vintage Reissue remains one of Marshall's most iconic pedals.
• Faithful reissue of the original 1988 Marshall Guv'nor
• Classic British distortion with amp-like response
• Wide gain range, from crunch to saturated lead tones
• Active three-band EQ: Bass, Middle, and Treble
• Controls: Gain, Bass, Middle, Treble, and Level
• Excellent touch sensitivity and dynamic response
• Through-hole construction
• Built in England
• True bypass
• Power: 9V DC
• Current Draw: 6 mA
• Dimensions: 4.33" × 5.79" × 2.56"
| Type | Distortion |
| Condition | New |
| Power | 9V DC |
| Current Draw | 5mA |
| Power supply included | No |
| Manufacturer Warranty | 1 year |
| Country of Origin | United Kingdom |
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