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Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier 100 Watt Head (Diamond Face Plate)

Item ID: RectDualHD

MULTI-WATT 50-watt/100-watt, 3-channel Tube Amplifier Head with Selectable Dual Rectifier Switch, Parallel FX Loop, and 5-button Footswitch

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Mesa's Legendary Amp Head Gets Even Better!

Plug into a Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier 3-channel tube amplifier head and you're in for the kind of massive tone you've only dreamed of - until now! This all-tube, 100-watt firebreather one-ups its predecessors, adding a third channel to an already legendary amp. Now you can dial in that great chunky rhythm tones to make your tonal palette complete. As always, the Dual Rectifier is capable of the most mammoth metal tones out there, but now its even more versatile. Experience the pure power of a legend for yourself - play through a Dual Rectifier!



It all started in the early '70s, when Boogie introduced the groundbreaking Mark series. Since the early '70s. These amps became famous for their gobs of overdrive and liquid sustain, making them sing through solos. When all this thick gain was combined with Mesa's onboard 5-band graphic EQ, lethal crunch was the result, and it propelled both players and Mesa into the spotlight for the last two decades. Not content to rest on their laurels (or anyone else's), the folks at Mesa sought a combination of the Boogie's creamy tone and a huge low end that could track faster and stay tight even under the most extreme settings. Their quest for the best of both worlds resulted in the benchmark Dual and Triple Rectifier heads. Years later, the patented Dual Rectifier series amplifiers continue to blow away crowds and players alike.

The 1990s brought new amps to Mesa's lineup that were built to appeal to lower-gain playing styles, and these amps definitely found their share devotees. Yet with appearances on hundreds of hit recordings and thousands of loyal players singing (and playing) their praises, the Dual and Triple heads remain the mainstays of the Rectifier phenomenon.

How could Mesa possibly improve on such an amazing amp? They added another channel! These 3-channel monsters unleash all the punishing gain found in the original Recto's two channels - and add a powerful third channel dedicated to rhythm sounds. The high gain lead channels now each have an additional mode dubbed RAW that provdes gain levels below that of the original Vintage mode. RAW's touch-sensitive response lets you explore the heavier side of blues on up to classic rock, revealing the soulful nature of this amazing tube-rectified power section. MULTI-WATT mode also lets you switch each channel from 100-watt mode to 50-watt mode, giving you access to a whole different sound and dynamic performance.

Modern players want to get the most out of their amps onstage and in the studio, and Mesa certainly delivers. With three versatile channels, eight incredible modes, the new Solo Control feature, a programmable/footswitchable serial effects loop, and a stage-ready 6-button foot controller, the Dual and Triple Rectifier heads are purebred, gain-wielding beasts destined for the same iconic status earned by their predecessors.

Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier 3-channel, 100-watt/50-watt Tube Amplifier Head Features at a Glance:
  • MULTI-WATT 100W/50W (switchable by channel), Class A/B power
  • Tube complement: 4 x 6L6, 5 x 12AX7, 2 x 5U4
  • Bias Select switch (6L6/EL34)
  • Fixed bias for consistent, maintenance free performance
  • 3 fully independent channels with 8 modes (Channel 1=Clean or Pushed, Channel 2= Raw, Vintage High Gain or Modern High Gain, Channel 3=Raw, Vintage High Gain or Modern High Gain
  • Independent Gain, Treble, Mid, Bass, Presence and Master Controls per Channel
  • Output Level Control (over all channels, when activated)
  • Footswitchable Solo Level control (over all channels, when activated)
  • Selectable Dual Rectifier switch
  • Bold/Spongy "Variac" switch
  • Assignable serial effects loop with Send and Mix Level controls
  • Slave Out with level control
  • External switching jacks for channels 1, 2, 3, Solo, and effects loop
  • 6-button footswitch (Channel 1, Channel 2, Channel 3, solo and effects loop)
  • Handbuilt in Petaluma, California
  • Slipcover included
  • Mesa/Boogie products are ONLY available for U.S. shipping. Must be a U.S. resident.
  • Shipping charges apply.

The Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier tube amp head packs a ton of monster tone into a 3-channel package that's ready to take over any stage!
Specification Detail
Type Tube
Number of Channels 3
Power 100W Class AB
Effects No Effects
Reverb No Reverb
EQ Bass, Mid, Treble
Amp Modeling No Amp Modeling
Number of Models 0
Number of Tubes 11
Preamp Tubes 5 x 12AX7
Power Tubes 4 x 6L6, 2 x 5U4 (Rectifier)
Inputs 1 x Instrument
Outputs 5 x Speaker, 1 x Slave
Footswitch I/O Yes
Effects Loop Yes
Width 25.2"
Manufacturer Part Number 2.DR1.B.LC

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Reviews

based on 9 reviews

Well Worth the Wait

by Cody from Ft. Lauderdale, FL USA
May 20, 2013
Music Background: I've played in many metal, ska, and country bands
I saved up for 5 years to buy this amp with its matching cab and...this amp was everything i wanted and more! It can produce enough gain to decimate a small country and beautiful cleans that can get a... read more [+]ny lady in your arms. The only problem I found with this amp, is that it takes a considerable amount of time to dial in your tone... but once you do it is a dream to hear and play. It offers so many options from the spongy/ bold setting, if you want to bypass the rectifier tubes or use the silicon diode setting. Its all great and most of all versatile. If you play metal, punk, country, ska, gospel, clean, and/or any other genre this thing can most definitely play it, and play it better than any other amp. close [-]

Awesome amp

by Francisco Maillo from Snellville, ga, USA
March 28, 2013
Music Background: Guitarist, music producer, sound engineer, song writer.
The amp it's all you can spect from messa boogie and more.
The clean channel it's amazing and great on the pushed mode.
On channel two you have a great palates of tones. I used it for my sol... read more [+]os on the modern mode and its great.
And my rhythm channel will be channel 3 on modern mode as well.
The amp needs tweaking to scoope out the tone, but as soon as you get with the right guitar its heaven.
The loop section it's amazing and really clean just be careful with signal level it can get really hot.
The foot switch its great and smooth, excellent construction.
No more to say about it... It a dual rectifier a messa legend... close [-]

100% satisfied

by Dakota Meadows from Bossier City, LA USA
August 29, 2012
Music Background: alternative rock, christian rock musician
The dual rec is hands down the best amp I have every had the privilage to play through. You cannot get a bad sound out of this head. I'm playing through an Orange 2x12, and no matter what chord I play... read more [+], each note sounds clear and each chord sounds juicy and warm. After getting the tubes going playing a bit, this amp starts to sing! Not to mention the friendly personal customer service I get with Sweetwater. close [-]

Finally!

by Martin Haase from Alabama
April 28, 2012
Music Background: 30 year hobbiest
Overally, this amp rocks!

I use channel 1 clean with some coloring effects in the loop. Sound is awesome. I have channel 2 set up with medium gain and use a couple distortion pedals i... read more [+]n front for when I want a pure metal sound. Channel 3 is what I have been search for...that perfect mix of high gain with tonal quality. Tons of adjustability to hone in the sould your after.

I actually use it in a spare bedroom at a master volume setting of around 8-9 o'clock. It sounds great cranked and backed off.

There are a few nitpick complaints I have (location of knob text is a pain to read, no real marker on the knobs to see what they are set at - only a chromed dent and I wish the foot contoller cable came out the back), but the sound quality more than makes up for the minor inconveniences.

I am using the amp to play 80's rock, hard rock and heavy metal. close [-]

Sweetwater Advice

Chris McCown
This amp is one of the classic metal amps. But did you know that the clean channel on the Dual and Triple Rectifiers can be used for a lot more than metal? For that matter, so can the dirty channels! This is a lot more than JUST a metal amp. I used mine to do everything from contemporary worship music, to bluesy overdrive, to crystal clear clean tones, and of course....HEAVY METAL!!! Dual and Triple Rectifiers are a lot more versatile than their preceding reputation gives them credit for! Three channels and the truth!
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