Mesa/Boogie Road King Series II HeadItem ID: RoadKing2HD4-channel, 120-watt Tube Amplifier Head wth Selectable Power Tube Complement, Switchable Rectifier, Voltage Control, Dual Effects Loops, and 9-button Footswitch Yes, It's In Stock!
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From Our Research Team:Mesa Packs a Ton of Tube-amp Options in this Powerful Head!Take the Mesa/Boogie Road King Series II Head on the road and you won't miss your other stage amps. Why? Because this incredible head gives you enough real tube-amp possibilities onboard that you won't need anything else! Equipped with both EL34 and 6L6 power tubes and Mesa's innovative Progressive Linkage technology, the Road King Series II Head lets you dial in a different tube-amp configuration on each of its feature-packed four channels! You can also select reverb and a rectifier setting for each channel. Want more? A Bold/Spongy voltage switch, a tuner output, dual series effects loops, and a 9-button footswitch are also included with the Road King Series II Head!Mesa/Boogie Road King Series II Head 120-watt, 4-channel Tube Amplifier Head at a Glance:
Like having five complete tube amps inside one head Imagine having five classic tube-amp powerplants, instantly accessible, packed into one amp head. Now imagine being able to apply any one of these configurations to each of four fully-featured channels, complete with rectifier switching capabilies, reverb, and several gain choices. Mesa's Progressive Linkage gives you just that! The Road King sports an impressive tube complement, including two EL34s and four 6L6 power tubes; It also houses no less than six 12AX7 preamp tubes and two 5U4 rectifier tubes. Each channel's Progressive Linkage functionality lets you combine 6L6s and EL34s, use them independently, or, in the case of the quartet of 6L6s, use the power of all for or opt for the lower wattage of a pair. Modes offer even more tonal flexibility In addition to giving you what amounts to five different tube power-amp configurations from one amp, the Road King gives you amazing control over your gain levels. Each channel offers three Mode choices. The two pairs of channels (Rhythm 1 & 2 and Lead 3 & 4) are duplicated so you can use similar pre-amp sounds with different power tube, rectifier and wattage configurations. Channels 1 and 2 offer Clean, Fat, And Brit. Channels 3 and 4 provide Raw, Vintage, and Modern. Don't just switch channels — switch cabinets Cabinet Switcher, a unique Road King feature, includes load protection and lets you dedicate specific cabs for clean and overdriven sounds. It also works great with Mesa's split-chamber Road King cabinets, which include separate open and closed sections. Dial in the amp response that suits you This amp doesn't just stop with a huge array of tweakable tones, however. Mesa applied the same attention to detail to the amp's response and dynamics. A Switchable Rectifier feature allows you to tune the power supply for the feeling that best suits your style — tube for a vintage-inspired sag, or silicon diodes for tight tracking punch and authority. Bold/Spongy Power located on the main AC power switch provides a reduced line voltage setting for additional power sag and enhanced top end harmonic content. Its front panel location allows for on-the-fly selection of incoming line voltage with the full 117 volts for headroom and authority, or a reduced voltage setting (like a built-in Variac) for a vintage-inspired "brown" vibe. Effects loops and silent tuning functionality When it's time to play the "tuning song," you need to make sure only your tuner hears it! That's why Mesa included a dedicated Tuner Out jack with a tuner feed: Tuner Mute switch on the included footswitch provides a silent tuning feature. An external mute jack allows control of the Tuner Mute feature from an external master switcher. Want effects-loop functionality to match your every need? This amp's dual series effects loops each include a Master Send Level. All loop circuitry can be hard bypassed. You can run separate processing for Channels 1 & 2 and 3 & 4, or run separate effects in Loop 1 and Loop 2 for an amazing blend. Mesa/Boogie Road King Series II Head 120-watt, 4-channel Tube Amplifier Head Features:
The Mesa/Boogie Road King Series II Head Gives you 120 watts and four channels of tube-amp heaven!
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Mary Ann, Point Pleasant Boro, NJ Reviewsbased on 3 reviewsSuper tones and awesome versatility!
by Derek from Pennsylvania
With its four channels, 6 power tube mixing capabilities, & three modes per channel, I cannot think of any tone that the Mesa Boogie Road King II is unable to create. It is sparkling clean--something... read more [+] that channel 1 excels at; it can get Brit crunchy without breathing hard--the realm of channel 2; Mesa vintage gain that has defined a generation of metal is present and accounted for--right at home in channel 3; and over the top gain that seems beyond the needs of anyone--is channel 4 with the modern mode engaged specialty. Think of it as much of an analog modeler as 4-channel amp. So many options, so many tones, and superior quality, it is the only amp that I can ever foresee needing!December 15, 2011 Music Background: Hobbyist We all know how amazing the Mesa tone is, it has defined metal for the past 20+ years; while the Road King II gives you all the metallic muscle (and the ability to add some mid range grind with the EL34s) you could ever want and need, the clean channels are equally astounding and dynamic! Three dimensional tones that would make Fender jealous are there; tones that sparkle and shimmer pour forth from the Road King II. Don't hesitate, buy it now. close [-] Most versatile amp ever.
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This thing is filled with tubes. Tone controls unlike any other amp. And the fact you can run it through 4 cabs at 8 ohms is probably one of the greatest features ever. So many conveniences here. Wort... read more [+]h every penny. The two effects loops allows for no need of noise reduction in your signal, or you can use them to go into certain effect modes for different songs when performing live. This amp can do anything. close [-]
December 1, 2011 Music Background: Mesa Road King II
by John from Houston, Texas
All I can say is wow. This amp is just ridiculous, I knew it would be another great amp from mesa but I wasn't prepared for the sonic authority this thing pushes. Cleans are from the lone star so if ... read more [+]you can't make those tones work for ya you need to learn how to play guitar. Crunch tones will keep you busy with so many options and tube combinations from Marshall to triple rectifier and everything in between. Hi gain modes will destroy the planet! Put a maxon OD808 in front of it and a strait 4x12 rec cab behind it and you can turn your sheet rock to powder. I sold all my gear to buy 2 road kings and run them in stereo with an axe-fx which I use only for effects not amp simulation. This is the holy-grail rig, my tone search has ended. close [-]
February 1, 2011 Music Background: Semi pro, 24 years as a guitarist, 12 years recording Sweetwater Advice
Chris McCownThe Mothership. Progressive Linkage alone is such an innovative feature, it's worth the price of admission. You're not sure which you like better between the EL34 or 6L6 sound? Then just have both! This is Mesa's most versatile amp. Be careful though, if you buy this your other amps may collect dust!
David HessThe Mesa/Boogie Road King Series II Head is a tone seeker's dream. Allowing the different combinations of preamp voicings coupled with varying power tube complement make it totally unique in the marketplace. The speaker cabinet assigment per/channel is so useful in refining your tone as well. It's a powerful amp, so be careful with apartment level volume expectations. You really need to goose the volume to get the full tone out of this beast. I've enjoyed my Road King immensely and continue to explore its possibilities. Great amp. Also popular
Mesa/Boogie Road King Series II Head
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