DISC Mesa Boogie Lone Star Special 1x12 Combo, Black

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Key Features

  • Twin Channel EL84 Amp with Multiple Wattage Modes Per Channel
  • Independent Channels with 3-Band EQ and Presence
  • 5/15/30 Watt Modes on Each Channel for the Perfect Headroom Level
  • Tube-Driven Long Spring Reverb with Bright/Dark Modes
  • Footswitch & Fitted Sleeve Included

DISC Mesa Boogie Lone Star Special 1x12 Combo, Black Overview

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The Mesa Boogie Lone Star Special 1x12 Combo, Black is a medium-power tube amplifier delivering seductive Class-A tones courtesy of its EL-84 power tubes. The Lone Star Special combines the versatility of the Mesa Boogie Lone Star preamp with the chime and musical response of EL-84 tubes to give you the feel of a vintage amp with the versatility of a modern design. Each channel features a multi-watt switch letting you dial in the perfect level of headroom and breakup, from the complex 2nd harmonic overtones of the single-ended 5-watt mode to the clear headroom of the 30-watt setting. Channel 1's clean tone is a pristine and bubbly sound that will enhance any guitar with its incredibly musical response. Channel 2 can be set as a slightly-heavier clone of channel 1, or as a cascading drive channel - fed by channel 1 for a rich and complex overdriven tone that is perfect for soloing. An additional FX loop and warm-sounding, tube-driven reverb gives you the ability to integrate your own effects and wash your tone in a silky-smooth ambience. This combo amp features a quality marine-grade Baltic ply construction and a compact chassis, built to withstand the rigours of gigging and recording. A Celestion 90 speaker delivers your tone with nuance and authority, transferring the highly musical preamp and power amp response with great clarity and warmth. The Lone Star Special provides amazing cleans, classic breakup, and high gain tones, making it the ultimate gigging and recording amp for a huge range of styles.

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Dual Channel Versatility

The Mesa Boogie Lone Star Special features two channels, each with independent 3-band EQ, presence, and volume controls to fully sculpt your sound. The channels are remotely accessible via the footswitch (included) making this the ideal amp for live performances. Channel 1 delivers a bubbly clean tone with incredible dynamics and a musical response to your playing. Channel 2 can either be set up as a (slightly heavier) version of channel 1, or as a cascading drive channel with 3 different voices, covering edge-of-breakup, crunch, and saturated lead tones.

Multi-Watt Modes with Class-A Push-Pull Tone

Each of the Lone Star Special's Channels features a multi-watt switch (5w/15w/30w), letting you dial in the perfect level of headroom and breakup characteristics per channel. The 15 and 30-watt modes provide 2 and 4 output valves, respectively, in push-pull mode for a bubbly and responsive sound with increased headroom and dynamic range. The 5-watt mode runs a single output valve in single-ended mode for true Class-A performance: this creates an incredibly complex tone, saturated in 2nd order harmonics for a lush sound that has to be experienced in person to be believed. Whether you require a delicate clean tone, an edge-of-breakup crunch, or a thickly saturated lead sound with complex overtones, you'll find it all with the Lonestar's 2 channels and multiple wattage settings. The Lone Star Special's musical response makes it the ideal amp for blues, country, rock, jazz, and any other style that requires great nuance and reaction to your playing dynamics.

Full Connectivity and Tube Reverb

A buffered FX loop allows you connect your external effects with the optimum level, courtesy of a dedicated send-level control. The built-in, tube-driven reverb also provides a lush ambience for your tone to sit, with options for dark and bright voices. A solo boost dial also lets you pre-set a second master-volume to switch to in an instant with the included footswitch.

Rugged Chassis and Celestion Speaker

The Lone Star Special is crafted from marine-grade Baltic birch, creating a strong and durable combo that can withstand the rigours of gigging and touring. The compact design makes travelling to gigs an easy proposition, while the included fitted-case offers weather protection. A Celestion 90 speaker projects your tone with clarity and nuance with an ambient sound courtesy of the cab's open-back design.

Reviews

Guitarist Magazine: 4-1/2 out of 5 stars:

"PROS: Power stage is perfect. Superb styling…

There´s a lot of seriously hot competition at this level, but for sheer tone the Lonestar Special is ahead of the pack. For blues, rock, country, jazz or any combination, it´s one of the ultimate guitar amps at any price."

Read the full review on the Music Radar Website

About Mesa Boogie

Petaluma-based Mesa Boogie is an American amp manufacturing company, established in 1971 by Randall Smith as a small repair shop. After producing amplifiers for prominent early customers including Carlos Santana and Ron Wood, Mesa Boogie quickly gained a reputation as a high-end amp designer with its iconic Mark Series amplifiers, still produced today. Mesa Boogie is now a prolific company with a key range of amplifiers including the Mark series, the Rectifier series, and the Express line. With players in all genres from progressive metal to blues, rock, jazz, alt-rock and more, Mesa Boogie is widely regarded as one of the ultimate premium amplifier manufacturers, with a huge fan-base and diverse range of professional players.

Features

  • 2 channels with independent 3-band EQ, presence, and level controls
  • Multi-watt switch on each channel (5,15,30 watts)
  • 5-watt mode for single-ended Class A operation, 15/30-watt modes for push-pull operation
  • Channel 1: clean. Channel 2: slightly-heavier channel 1 clone, or extra tube for drive tones
  • Channel 2 has 3 voices - thick, normal, thicker
  • Tube-driven, long spring reverb with bright/dark voices
  • Buffered FX loop with bypass option
  • 2 master volumes - master and solo
  • Marine-grade Baltic birch construction
  • Celestion 90 12'' speaker
  • Fitted sleeve and footswitch included

Specifications

  • Type: Valve
  • Output Power: 30 Watts RMS Max - Switchable 5, 15 or 30 Watts per channel
  • Valves: 4 x EL-84 Power Tubes / 5 x 12AX7 & 1x5Y3 Preamp Tubes
  • Channels: 2 - Clean and Clean/Drive
  • Controls:
    • Clean Channel: Gain, Treble, Mid, Bass, Presence, Master
    • Drive Channel: Gain, Treble, Mid, Bass, Presence, Master, 2-way channel type (Clean or Drive), 3-way Voicing (Thick, Normal, Thicker)
    • Master: Solo Volume, Output Volume
    • Rear: FX Send Level, Ch1-Reverb, Ch2-Reverb, Reverb Voice (Bright/Warm), FX loop bypass, Slave Level
  • Footswitchable Functions: External Switching Jacks for Channel 1/2, Solo (back panel) & Reverb (bottom of chassis)
  • Connectivity: Guitar In (1/4''), Buffered FX Loop In/Out (1/4'')
  • Speaker Outputs: 1x 8 Ohm, 2x 4 Ohm, Slave
  • Speaker: 1x 8 Ohm Celestion Custom 90 / Total Load = 8 Ohms
  • Cab Material: Marine-grade Baltic Birch
  • Accessories: 2 Button Footswitch (Ch. 1/2 & Solo), Fitted Slip Cover
  • Dimensions: 19 1/4'' H x 22 7/8'' W x 11 3/4'' D
  • Weight: 26 .76 Kg