Mesa Boogie Mark IIC+ HRG Amplifier Head in Black

£3,549.00

Mesa have impressed us with this New Mesa Boogie Mark IIC+ HRG Amplifier Head in Black in Amps, it’s in stock, and ready to ship with fast, reliable delivery across the UK, Ireland, and Europe. For more details within Amps, additional Amp Heads options, full specifications, demos, images, videos, and secure online ordering, read on below. The Mesa Boogie Mark IIC+ HRG Amplifier Head in Black is a legendary 100-watt tube amp that delivers bold authority, immense clean headroom, and a commanding lead voice. Revered for its tight-tracking low end and detailed clarity, the HRG model has been a favourite…

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Mesa have impressed us with this New Mesa Boogie Mark IIC+ HRG Amplifier Head in Black in Amps, it’s in stock, and ready to ship with fast, reliable delivery across the UK, Ireland, and Europe. For more details within Amps, additional Amp Heads options, full specifications, demos, images, videos, and secure online ordering, read on below.

The Mesa Boogie Mark IIC+ HRG Amplifier Head in Black is a legendary 100-watt tube amp that delivers bold authority, immense clean headroom, and a commanding lead voice. Revered for its tight-tracking low end and detailed clarity, the HRG model has been a favourite of virtuoso guitarists like John Petrucci throughout his career. Whether you’re chasing pristine cleans, vintage gain, or aggressive crunch tones, this amp offers a versatile and expressive platform that excels across a wide range of styles, particularly heavy rock and metal.

Built with one of the most expressive preamps ever created and a mighty power section, the Mark IIC+ HRG puts an exclamation point on the classic Boogie sound. It features a single channel with dual modes, a 5-band graphic EQ, reverb, and a tube-driven effects loop, all housed in a rugged steel chassis with fan cooling. The global half-power switch allows you to switch between 100 and 60 watts, providing flexibility for stage or studio use. This amplifier head is designed for players who demand total authority, knockout punch, and undeniable character from their tone.

With footswitchable functions including mode switching, EQ, and reverb, the Mark IIC+ HRG offers seamless control during performances. Its Class A/B power amp section is powered by four 6L6 tubes, complemented by five 12AX7 preamp tubes and a silicon diode rectifier for reliable response and dynamic feel. The HRG’s aggressive crunch rhythm tones and cascading high-gain lead voicing make it a timeless choice for players seeking both vintage character and modern power.

Expressive Preamp and Power Section

The heart of the Mark IIC+ HRG is its highly expressive preamp paired with a robust Class A/B power section. This combination delivers a wide dynamic range, from sparkling cleans to searing leads, allowing players to dial in their perfect tone with ease and precision.

Versatile Channel Modes

Featuring a single channel with dual mode voicings, the amp offers a traditional clean to vintage gain rhythm mode and a cascading high-gain lead mode. Independent volume and gain controls for each mode provide precise tonal shaping and dynamic response.

Comprehensive Tone Shaping

The assignable 5-band graphic EQ, along with treble, bass, middle, presence, and reverb controls, allows for detailed tone sculpting. Footswitchable EQ and reverb enable quick adjustments on stage without interrupting your performance.

Flexible Power Output

The global half-power switch lets you select between 100 watts and 60 watts, making the amp suitable for both large venues and smaller settings without sacrificing tone or feel.

Key Features

  • Legendary HRG Circuit – The classic Hundred-Watt/Reverb/Graphic EQ design delivers maximum headroom, tight low end, and detailed clarity, perfect for both pristine cleans and aggressive crunch tones.
  • Dual Mode Single Channel – Switch between traditional clean/vintage gain rhythm and cascading high-gain lead modes with independent volume and gain controls for versatile playing styles.
  • Assignable 5-Band Graphic EQ and Reverb – Allows precise tone shaping and ambience control, with footswitchable bypass for seamless live adjustments.
  • Global Half-Power Switch – Easily switch between 100 and 60 watts of power to suit different venues and volume requirements without compromising tone.

Specifications

General

  • Amplifier Type: Tube
  • Power Output: 100 Watts switchable to 60 Watts
  • Power Amp Tubes: 4 x 6L6
  • Preamp Tubes: 5 x 12AX7
  • Rectifier: Silicon Diodes
  • Power Amp Class: Class A/B
  • Chassis Material: Steel
  • Cooling: Fan
  • Weight: 18.86 kg (41.6 lbs)
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 23.49 cm x 46.35 cm x 26.23 cm

Channels and Controls

  • Channels: Single Channel with Dual Mode (Rhythm and Lead)
  • Rhythm Mode: Traditional Clean to Vintage Gain with Independent Volume 1 (Gain) and Master 1 controls
  • Lead Mode: Cascading High-Gain with Independent Lead Drive and Lead Master controls
  • Shared Controls: Volume 1, Treble, Bass, Middle, Presence, Assignable 5-Band Graphic EQ, Reverb
  • Footswitchable Functions: 3 Modes, EQ, Reverb

Additional Features

  • Effects Loop: Tube-driven, series loop with bypass
  • Speaker Outputs: 1 x 8 Ohm, 2 x 4 Ohm
  • Slave Output: Yes
  • Maintenance: Fixed bias, maintenance-free

Additional information

Weight 34 kg

Stuff About Amp Heads

An amp head contains the core tone and power of a guitar amplifier without the built-in speakers, allowing you to pair it with the cabinet of your choice. This setup offers greater flexibility over sound and volume, as different speaker cabinets can dramatically change the feel and character of the amp. Amp heads are available in valve, solid-state, and hybrid designs, ranging from low-wattage studio models to high-powered touring rigs. They’re ideal for players who want a modular setup, precise control over their tone, and the ability to adapt their rig to different venues, cabinets, or recording situations.

Stuff About Amps

Guitar amps cover everything needed to amplify, shape, and project your guitar sound, from small practice setups to full stage and studio rigs. In this category you’ll find combo amps, separate amp heads and speaker cabinets, covering valve, solid-state, and hybrid designs, each offering a different feel and response. You’ll also see modelling and digital amps, built-in effects, footswitches, attenuation solutions, replacement speakers, valves, and essential accessories to keep an amp performing at its best. Whether you’re chasing pristine cleans, classic crunch, or modern high-gain tones, guitar amps and related gear are all about finding the right balance of power, tone, and control for the way you play.

The Important stuff

Black — Black instruments and gear offer a timeless, understated look that fits almost any style of music or setup. Whether it’s a guitar, pedal or accessory, a black finish is often chosen for its clean appearance, practicality and stage-ready feel. If you prefer gear that looks focused, professional and never goes out of fashion, black options deliver a classic aesthetic with no distractions.. Guitar Amp Head — Guitar amp heads contain the main tone-shaping and power section of an amplifier, designed to be paired with a separate speaker cabinet. They let you choose different cabinets to suit your sound and setup, offering flexibility for home, studio or live use. If you want control over volume, tone and character without being tied to a single combo format, amp heads give you a modular way to build the rig that works best for you..