Mesa/Boogie Mark V
Overview
The Mesa/Boogie Mark V is a 90-watt, three-channel all-tube amplifier head that represents the culmination of Mesa's legendary Mark series lineage, offering an extraordinary range of tones in a single unit. Each of its three fully independent channels features selectable wattage (90, 45, or 10 watts per channel) and multiple voicing modes, providing access to nine distinct amp tones that span the Mark I, Mark IIC+, Mark III, and Mark IV characters. The preamp section uses six 12AX7 tubes while the power section runs on four 6L6 tubes, and the amp includes a five-band graphic EQ that is assignable per channel. The sonic range is vast: channel one covers everything from sparkling Fender-like cleans to warm jazz tones, channel two delivers crunch and classic rock gain, and channel three unleashes the tight, aggressive high-gain lead tones that made Mesa famous. The CabClone direct output with cabinet simulation allows silent recording, and the comprehensive effects loop handles any outboard processing. Build quality is exceptional, with premium components and road-tested construction throughout. The Mark V is ideal for professional touring musicians and serious home recording artists who need maximum tonal versatility from a single amplifier. The extensive control set and deep feature list create a significant learning curve that may overwhelm players who prefer a simple plug-and-play experience.
Guitar Amplifiers
A 90-watt three-channel tube head offering nine distinct tones spanning the full Mark series lineage, with selectable wattage per channel and a five-band graphic EQ.
Instrument Details
$2,999
Professional
Brand
Mesa/Boogie
Type
Tube Combo Amp
Made In
USA
Year
2009
