Mesa Boogie Mark IIC+ Tube Amp Head 2.MCP.AB
Experience the iconic Mesa Boogie Tube Amp sound with the Mark IIC+ Head. This authentic recreation offers vintage tone and powerful performance for all your musical needs.
Why You’ll Love It
- Select between Simul-Class (75 Watts) or Class A (25 Watts) power
- Footswitchable Dual Mode preamp for clean and overdrive sounds
- Built-in tube-driven spring reverb for added depth
- Footswitchable 5-Band Graphic EQ for precise tone shaping
FAQ
What power options does the Mesa Boogie Mark IIC+ Head offer?
You can choose between Simul-Class (75 Watts) or Class A (25 Watts) power.
Can I switch between clean and overdrive sounds easily?
Yes, the footswitchable Dual Mode preamp allows you to switch between clean and overdrive sounds seamlessly.
Does the Mesa Boogie Mark IIC+ Head come with a reverb feature?
Yes, it has a built-in tube-driven spring reverb for added depth to your sound.
An authentic recreation of the legendary MESA/Boogie Mark IIC+ Head with selectable Simul-Class (75 Watts) or Class A (25 Watts) power, footswitchable Dual Mode preamp, built-in footswitchable tube-driven spring reverb, footswitchable 5-Band Graphic EQ, Slave Output for use with Wet/Dry/Wet rigs and external IR readers, and Series Buffered Effects Loop.
The Mark IIC+ is pure "Vintage Boogie®" and based on the original Mark II design, the world's first "Dual Mode" amplifier containing independent performance modes dedicated to clean and overdrive sounds. The IIC+ model represents the 3rd generation of that game changing single channel/dual mode layout and includes all the refinements made to that original format over its nearly five influential years. It was also the last model in its family, as the subsequent model would contain three performance modes and be dubbed the MARK III.
The IIC+'s single row of controls is shared by its two modes (preamps), one for Rhythm (clean) and one for Lead (overdrive). Independent, though still interactive, sets of gain and volume controls help optimize each gain structure while shared Tone controls handle the broad stroke voicing. Fine tuning of the sounds is accomplished by the PULL SHIFT voicing features - some Mode specific - fitted to the simple controls and further shaping via the on-board 5-Band Graphic EQ. Though the "Q" of the individual Bands (Slider Pot frequencies) is fairly wide around their Center Points, they provide a surprising degree of surgical-level sculpting quickly and musically.
The Rear Panel of the C+ provides the important features that keep this amp as relevant as ever 40 years after its initial run. Global PRESENCE and REVERB controls are centered for easy navigation from the Front in stage environments. A series, buffered Effects Loop provides a seamless interface for your time-based processing. The Power Select switch at the far right (left from the Front) allows for your choice of the full 75 watts of "SIMUL-CLASS" power for richness, authority, and max headroom or "CLASS A" for 25 watts of reduced power and low end along with easier, smoother power clip at lower volumes. One 8 Ohm and two 4 Ohm Speaker Outputs provide for a wide array of cabinet impedance matching. And though not a compensated Direct Output for Consoles or Interfaces, a SLAVE tap off the speaker outputs captures the entire sound of the amp - preamp and power section - to produce a non-compensated feed for IR Readers or external processors that might even serve an era-appropriate "dry/wet/wet" rig.
If you seek to own a legend, don't want to chase vintage relics in who knows what condition, want the fieriest, most articulate, and nuanced Tone possible, don't really need the galaxy-wide versatility of the Mark VII, and prefer a more classic layout and look, the Mark IIC+ is waiting.
Features
• An authentic recreation of the legendary MESA/Boogie Mark IIC+ Head
• Footswitchable Dual Mode Preamp
• Selectable Simul-Class (75 Watts) or Class A (25 Watts) Power
• Built-in Footswitchable Tube-Driven Spring Reverb
• Footswitchable 5-Band Graphic EQ
• Slave Output for use with Wet/Dry/Wet rigs and external IR readers
• Series, Buffered Effects Loop
Included Accessories
- Fitted Slipcover
Specifications
- Amp Type: Tube
- Rectifier Type: Silicon Diodes
- Preamp Tubes: 5x 12AX7
- Power Amp Tubes: 4x 6L6
- Maintenance Free Fixed Bias: Yes
- Wattages Quick Reference: 75 or 25 Watts (Global)
- Power Amp Details Class Wattage: Exclusive Simul-Class™ Power Amp Provides the benefits of vintage Class-A and modern Class A/B running simultaneously
- Number of Style Modes: 2
- Number of Style Modes Per Channel: Single Channel, 2 Modes
- Channel Controls: RHYTHM/LEAD Shared Controls: Volume 1 (sets initial gain strength for both channels), Treble, Bass, Middle, Assignable/Foot-Switchable 5-Band Graphic EQ, Reverb & Presence
- Graphic EQ and/or Contour: 5-Band Graphic EQ
- True Bypass Options: n/a
- Speaker Outputs: 1x 8 Ohm and 2x 4 Ohm
- Slave Output: Yes
- Cabinet Material: Marine Grade, Baltic Birch
- Standard Finishes: Black Bronco Vinyl, Black Nylon Grille, Black Rubber Handle with Chrome End Caps & Metal Corners
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 23.49 x 47.62 x 26.23 cm | 9 1/4" x 18 3/4" x 10 3/8"
- Weight: 17.69 kg | 39 lbs