Mesa/Boogie Mark IIC+ Electric Guitar Amplifier Head – Black Bronco

Pure Vintage Boogie – The Mesa/Boogie Mark IIC+ Electric Guitar Amplifier Head in Black Bronco

The Mark IIC+ is pure “vintage Boogie®” and based on the original Mark II (now called the Mark II-A) 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.

• 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

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.

Out of production for four decades, we welcome back this icon and celebrate its impact on the incredible guitar heroes and timeless recordings they made during one of rock guitar’s biggest decades. The Mark IIC+ legacy is one we don’t take lightly or for granted, and recreating it in today’s world with today’s available components and rigorous worldwide Compliance Regulations was no easy feat. However, we are just as proud and excited about this iteration as we were about the first one that was produced for less than two years, four decades ago.

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 our Mark VII, and prefer a more classic layout and look, the Mark IIC+ is waiting. Be warned, though, once you play a C+, you may never feel the same about other guitar amplifiers. A bold statement, to be sure, but it’s backed up by 40 years of iconic Tone and the passionate faithful who’ve made it mythical.

SPECIFICATIONS

Quick Overview

• Available Formats: Head & 1×12 Combo
• Channel Modes: Single Channel / Dual Mode (RHYTHM & LEAD)
• Dimensions: 9 1/4″ H x 18 3/4″ W x 10 3/8″ D (23.49 cm H x 47.62 cm W x 26.23 cm D)
• Footswitchable Functions: Modes, EQ, Reverb
• Graphic EQ / Reverb / FX: FX Loop, 5-Band Graphic EQ, Reverb
• Mode Voicings / Styles
• RHYTHM – Traditional Clean to Vintage Gain, Independent Volume 1 (Gain) with Pull Bright & Master 1 with Pull Deep Controls to set initial gain independent of playing volume
• LEAD – Cascading High-Gain (Lead), Utilizes Volume 1 to set initial gain strength, then features Independent Lead Drive (Gain) with Pull Lead (manual channel switch) & Lead Master with Pull Deep Controls to adjust level of cascading gain independent of playing volume
• Power Tube Type: 4 x Mesa 6L6 Power Tubes
• Wattage: 75 or 25 Watts (Global)
• Weight: 39 lbs | 17.69 kg

Features

• Amp Type: Tube
• 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
• Chassis Material: Steel
• Convection or Fan Cooling: Fan Cooling
• Effects Loop Bypass Options: Tube-Driven, Series FX Loop
• Graphic EQ and/or Contour: 5-Band Graphic EQ
• Maintenance-Free Fixed Bias: Yes
• Number of Footswitchable Channels or Modes: Single Channel, Dual Mode
• Number of Style Modes: 2
• Power Amp Details Class / Wattage
• Exclusive Simul-Class™ Power Amp – Provides the benefits of vintage Class-A and modern Class A/B running simultaneously
• Power Amp Tubes: 4 x 6L6
• Preamp Tubes: 5 x 12AX7
• Rectifier Type: Silicon Diodes
• Reverb Effects Bypass Options: EQ Bypass
• Slave Output: Yes
• Speaker Outputs: 1 x 8 Ohm and 2 x 4 Ohm
• Types of Style Modes per Channel
• RHYTHM Mode – Traditional Clean to Vintage Gain, Independent Volume 1 (Gain) with Pull Bright & Master 1 with Pull Deep Controls to set initial gain independent of playing volume
• LEAD Mode – Cascading High-Gain (Lead), Utilizes Volume 1 to set initial gain strength then features Independent Lead Drive (Gain) with Pull Lead (manual channel switch) & Lead Master with Pull Deep Controls to adjust the level of cascading gain independent of playing volume
• Wattages Quick Reference: 75 or 25 Watts (Global)

Weights and Dimensions

• Depth: 10 3/8″ | 26.23 cm
• Height: 9 1/4″ | 23.49 cm
• Weight: 39 lbs | 17.69 kg
• Width: 18 1/2″ | 46.35 cm

Manufacturer: Mesa Boogie
Model: 2.HRG.AW
SKU: I840550-N-3-WHXX
UPC: 809404008427

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