Tributes to Jim Marshall
Written by admin on April 6, 2012 – 7:33 am -Jim Marshall, the guitar amplifier pioneer, died yesterday (April 5) aged 88 at his home in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire.
The so-called “Father of Loud” was born James Charles Marshall in Acton, London on July 29, 1923. He founded Marshall Amplification 50 years ago and his equipment was soon being used by some of the biggest names in rock, including Eric Clapton and Jimi Hendrix.
A statement on the Marshall Amplification website reads:
| “It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved founder and leader for the past 50 years, Jim Marshall. While mourning the Guv’nor though, we also salute a legendary man who led a full and truly remarkable life. |
| While the entire Marshall Amplification family mourns Jim’s passing and will miss him tremendously, we all feel richer for having known him and are happy in the knowledge that he is now in a much better place which has just got a whole lot louder! Rest in Peace & thank you Jim.” |
Many leading rock musicians have also paid tribute to Marshall, including the following:
Slash – “The news of Jim Marshall passing is deeply saddening. R & R will never be the same w/out him. But, his amps will live on FOREVER!”
Nikki Sixx – “RIP Jim, you were responsible for some of the greatest audio moments in music’s history – and 50% responsible for all our hearing loss.”
Joe Perry – “Great sorrow hearing bout the great Jim Marshall passing. Everytime we plug in and make people smile,we owe him debt beyond counting!!!”
Joe Satriani – I’m deeply saddened on the news of Jim Marshall’s passing. He created the tone we all cherish in rock: Big, bold, beautiful and in your face. With every power chord, soaring melody and searing lead we will continue to salute his legacy. R.I.P. Lord of Loud, Jim Marshall.”
Tom Morello – “Amp stolen in ’88.The store hadda Marshall vs latest solidstate fancy one. Flipped a coin. Changed my sound & my life. RIP Jim Marshall & thanks”
Scott Ian – Just heard about Jim Marshall passing… I am lucky to have spent time with the man that created the sound of Rock music. A true LEGEND.
Zakk Wylde – “GOD BLESS FATHER MARSHALL… I Thank The GOOD LORD I was Blessed To have You In My Life… You Rule.”
Joe Bonamassa – “A very sad day for the Marshall family. My thoughts and prayers go out to Paul and his family. Rest in Peace Jim Marshall OBE…”
Steve Lukather – “RIP Jim Marshall.. changed guitar amplification and rock n roll forever! God Bless him…”
Yngwie Malmsteen – “Jim Marshall was a dear friend. The news of Jim passing is deeply saddening, everyday I plug in the studio or stage he will always be there.”
Dave Mustaine – “I have never been sadder than today. My dear friend and father figure Dr. Jim Marshall OBE has passed away. I am at a loss for words…”
Doug Aldrich – “Jim will shine on forever… He was maybe the single biggest influence in music. RIP Dr Jim.”
Glenn Hughes – “RIP Jim Marshall…a brilliant man..and dear friend…ROCK musos worldwide will miss him dearly…GH”
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