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Related: Editorials & Other Articles, Issue Forums, Alliance Forums, Region ForumsR.I.P. and go to 11: Guitar amp pioneer Jim Marshall dies at 88
Guitar amp pioneer Jim Marshall dies at 88
http://entertainment.msnbc.msn.com/_news/2012/04/05/11035310-guitar-amp-pioneer-jim-marshall-dies-at-88?lite
Jim Marshall, who pioneered guitar amplifiers used by some of the greatest names in rock earning him the nickname "Lord of Loud", has died aged 88.
"It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved founder and leader for the past 50 years, Jim Marshall," said a statement on the company's website.
"While mourning the Guv'nor though, we also salute a legendary man who led a full and truly remarkable life."
Tributes poured in for a man credited with helping to shape the sound of guitar rock.
http://entertainment.msnbc.msn.com/_news/2012/04/05/11035310-guitar-amp-pioneer-jim-marshall-dies-at-88?lite
Jim Marshall, who pioneered guitar amplifiers used by some of the greatest names in rock earning him the nickname "Lord of Loud", has died aged 88.
"It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved founder and leader for the past 50 years, Jim Marshall," said a statement on the company's website.
"While mourning the Guv'nor though, we also salute a legendary man who led a full and truly remarkable life."
Tributes poured in for a man credited with helping to shape the sound of guitar rock.
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R.I.P. and go to 11: Guitar amp pioneer Jim Marshall dies at 88 (Original Post)
Amerigo Vespucci
Apr 2012
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Cooley Hurd
(26,877 posts)1. RIP Jim and thanks for the loud!!
OnyxCollie
(9,958 posts)2. RIP, Jim Marshall.
Iggo
(47,552 posts)3. BOOM!!!
loverboy18
(1 post)4. he's in a better place now
aww man i cannot believe he is dead