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Mesa/Boogie California Tweed 2:20 1 x 10-inch Tube Combo

1W/10W/20W 1-channel Tube Combo Amplifier with 10" Jensen Speaker and Reverb
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Vintage-flavored, Low-wattage Bliss

Players yearning for a vintage-inspired single-channel tube combo will find everything they're searching for in the Mesa/Boogie California Tweed 2:20. This lightweight guitar amplifier delivers old-school, 6V6-fueled performance, and thanks to Mesa's patented Multi-Watt Power, you get three power amp options ranging from high-headroom cleans to glorious tube breakup at bedroom volumes. The California Tweed 2:20 includes a maintenance-free fixed-bias design, an ear-grabbing footswitchable reverb, and a brilliant-sounding Jensen Blackbird Alnico 40 speaker. When it comes to vintage-flavored, low-wattage tone and feel, you'll be hard pressed to top the California Tweed 2:20.

Tweed-based performance and authentic 6V6 character

When people say Mesa/Boogie, they naturally think about high-gain amps. There's a reason for that — the company is legendary in that department. That said, back in the 1960s, Mesa's founder Randall Smith was originally inspired by '50s Tweed amps. He appreciated their organic-sounding voice, powerful controls, and smooth clean-to-clip transitioning. The California Tweed 2:20 pays homage to Randall's original inspiration, delivering Tweed-based performance and authentic 6V6 character.

Chime-filled Jensen Blackbird Alnico 40 speaker

The Mesa/Boogie California Tweed 2:20 comes loaded with a top-shelf Jensen Blackbird Alnico 40 speaker. Part of Jensen's Jet Series, the Blackbird boasts the company's exclusive Reinforced Alnico magnet technology. This speaker tackles clean, crunchy, and distorted tones with equal aplomb, yielding natural-sounding lows, firm mids, and chime-filled highs. Thanks to the Blackbird's powerful, controlled bass and brilliant, sparkling treble, your California Tweed 2:20 will be primed for jazz, country, rock, blues, and anything else that comes its way.

Mesa/Boogie: built in the USA to rock hard — and reliably

Mesa/Boogie has been hand building some of the most sought-after guitar gear in Petaluma, California, since the late '60s. Early fans of Mesa/Boogie gear include Carlos Santana and Keith Richards, guitarists whose tones have been chased by countless musicians for years. When you plug into the California Tweed 2:20, you're tapping into decades of innovation. The guitarists at Sweetwater appreciate the top-notch sound and construction you get in the California Tweed 2:20.

Mesa/Boogie California Tweed 2:20 Combo Features:

  • 6V6-loaded 1 x 10-inch combo amp with Tweed-based performance
  • Multi-Watt Power yields 1W, 10W, and 20W power options
  • Normal and Low inputs give you a stylistic choice of voicings
  • Footswitchable reverb adds dimension to your playing (footswitch and cable sold separately)
  • Maintenance-free fixed-bias design
  • Brilliant-sounding Jensen Blackbird Alnico 40 speaker

Important Notice for International Customers: Mesa/Boogie products sold by Sweetwater are intended for use within the United States. We are unable to ship any Mesa/Boogie products outside of the US.

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Tech Specs

  • Type: Tube
  • Number of Channels: Single channel
  • Total Power: 20W (10W/1W settings)
  • Speaker Size: 1 x 10" Jensen Blackbird Alnico 40
  • Preamp Tubes: 5 x 12AX7, 1 x 12AT7
  • Power Tubes: 2 x 6V6
  • Reverb: Tube Driven Spring Reverb
  • EQ: 3-band EQ, Presence
  • Inputs: 2 x 1/4" (normal/low)
  • Outputs: 1 x 1/4" (8 ohm), 2 x 1/4" (4 ohm)
  • Effects Loop: Series FX Loop, Buffered
  • Footswitch I/O: 1 x 1/4" (reverb)
  • Footswitch Included: No
  • Construction Material: Baltic Birch, Cream Bronco Vinyl covering
  • Power Source: Standard IEC AC cable
  • Height: 16.25"
  • Width: 16.5"
  • Depth: 10.0"
  • Weight: 26.4 lbs.
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 1.TW210.CCM.J10

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Rated 5/5

The Perfect Amp

I've had this amp for a few months now and have used it for live shows, home recordings, and virtual lessons. This covers all necessary grounds and has incredible headroom and dirt tones (thanks in large part to the power attenuation). Part of the draw for this amp is how lightweight it is, even compared to my 5 watt amps; schlepping this is the least painful experience I've had in some time. I couldn't be happier with this amp and look forward to many more years of use. Thanks Jon Mostacato for the help!
Music background: Professional, Private Instructor
Rated 5/5

Perfect pedal platform, grab and go amp for small gigs

It's basically a Fender '57 Tweed amp with reverb, effects loop, and a master volume. Switches from 20 to 10 to 1 watt. Only 26 lbs (really, a Mesa that light!), but it sounds pretty "big" for its size. Awesome with pedals or can get pretty gritty on its own.

It's hard to find something low-wattage and lightweight that has clean headroom. I tried several 5w amps, and they break up too fast. I looked at the Carr Mercury, but too heavy for 8 watts. The Fender '57 Tweed sounds great but has no master volume, so too loud and has no effects loop or reverb. I tried the Swart Spacetone 15w, about the same price, it has nice reverb, but it sounded boxy with the small cab.

The Mesa is just right for small gigs and practices, and the variable wattage makes it very versatile.
Music background: 45 years in rock bands
Rated 5/5

My new favorite amp!

As long as you're a fan of very "immediate" amps, this is the way to go.

It's as up-front on every note as you can get. I have it running in stereo with my Marshall Astoria. The Tweed is set for mid-range attack with the Astoria giving bottom end and bloom. Sounds amazing with Fender, Gibson, Ric, PRS, straight-in or with effects.
Rated 5/5

California Tweed 1x10

Awesome amp that's both simple and really fun. Sounds absolutely beautiful!
Rated 5/5

Perfect for my needs!

My wife and daughter are sensitive to loud noises and the 1w option on this allows me to play with a full range of sound without bringing their wrath down on me. When they are out on walks, or leave the house, I can turn it up to 20w and jam out to my hearts content. I was wondering if I would be upset losing a little low end going with the 10" speaker over the 12" and I can say I am perfectly happy with this setup.

There isn't much loss at all in sound when switching between 1/10/20w. The reverb is beautiful and it'll go from clean to dirty fine without pedals. I haven't run it with pedals so I can't comment there, but from the video reviews I watched prior to watching, it'll run pedals excellent.

I love it enough I've been thinking of purchasing a second one for my sunroom so I don't need to drag my current one up from the basement. Could not be happier.
Music background: It ain’t great

It's hard to imagine a more quintessentially modern guitar amplifier than a Mesa/Boogie, and when Sweetwater guitarists want high-gain tone, Mesa is where they start. One thing we love about these amps is their sheer versatility, such as the massive range of tone you get from each channel, the freedom to use the tubes you love, onboard CabClone cabinet emulation, and MIDI control. And it's not just guitar amps - Mesa/Boogie's bass amps and pedals are equally cool. What's more, thanks to our incredibly close relationship with Mesa, you can even customize your own amp right here on Sweetwater's website! Get the sound and style you want from your next amp, with a Mesa/Boogie from Sweetwater.

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