Ik Multimedia Releases Mesa/Boogie Reference Signature Collection
With the unloosen of the MESA/Boogie Reference Signature Collection for TONEX, IK Multimedia maintains its about x-twelvemonth collaboration with MESA/Boogie piece adding seventy new, exciting Tone Models to the TONEX signature serial.

Among the five legendary amplifiers inwards the MESA/Boogie Reference Signature Collection is an exact replica of Carlos Santana'second original "Budokan" Mark I. Preserved with attention inward MESA'sec Tone Lab, these "reference amps" are critical to preserving historical authenticity together with offering priceless insights that assistance shape future designs too steer the MESA legacy forward.
Legendary "Tone Boy" Doug West, MESA's inward-menage musical note skilful for more than than twoscore years, tweaked all v amps to their sweetness spots in a multifariousness of styles. IK is pleased to showcase an unmatched collection that was painstakingly captured at a meridian-tier studio inward Northern California using IK'second Advanced AI Machine Modeling.
- An exceptional Tone Model collection for function across the entire TONEX ecosystem
- 70 Tone Models of 4 reference amps together with ane limited-edition King Snake™ amp: 46 amongst cab, 24 without
- Captured using two dissimilar MESA/Boogie reference cabs: a 4x12 Slope and a 1x12 Widebody Extension
- All Tone Models were fine-tuned by MESA'second ain Doug West together with ex-Artist Relations Manager directly Recording Engineer Sean Beresford to multiple sugariness spots
- Captured at a world-class studio with ideal acoustics together with the perfect gear
- Created using cut-border AI Machine Modeling™ applied science alongside advanced preparation
- Compatible alongside all TONEX versions including the gratuitous TONEX CS as well as TONEX App
- All Tone Models tin easily be loaded to TONEX Pedal in addition to used for alive operation
What Makes a Reference Amplifier?
A reference amplifier epitomizes sonic excellence, embodying the heart and soul of its unique pattern as well as sound. They aren't prototypes, just product models that were recognized as being particular, in addition to so were meticulously scrutinized element past component to unlock the secrets of their sonic brilliance. These amplifiers perfectly represent the Series and are the aureate standard for their model together with sound, also equally for shaping the sound of potential time to come amplifier designs.
The Reference Cabs
Two notable reference cabs were used to capture the thick rich musical note of the four MESA reference amps. These cabinets have been used past Randall and Doug over several decades together with offer a unique "broken inwards" feel that's polish, dynamic too impact-sensitive. The King Snake combo is loaded with a Jenson Blackbird 100 Alnico for a warm, clean and singing song-like character when turned up.Doug West, the "Tone Boy"
Doug joined MESA in 1981 as a Sales/Product Specialist, swiftly earning the nickname "Tone Boy" for his collaboration with Randall Smith inward R&D. With a deep passion for guitar tone as well as a rich history inwards the Bay Area music scene, Doug ensures every Boogie® product resonates with someone together with excellence. He played an integral office in capturing the MESA/Boogie Tone Models in addition to his ear, passion as well as insistence on "vibe as well as feel" were critical inward the creation of the models represented in this really unique collection.The Featured Models
1984 Boogie® MARK IIC+The MESA/Boogie Mark IIC+ is revered by guitarists for its legendary tone, versatility as well as make quality. It has left a meaning score on the Earth of guitar amplification too continues to live sought-afterward by musicians seeking iconic stone as well as metal tones. This Mark IIC+ Reference amp is the embodiment of the Mark II audio, an amp that has graced the fingers of many pinnacle artists together with studio players. Includes xiv Tone Models: ix alongside cab, v without.
Early '90s Boogie® Mark IV
The Mark IV Reference amp is a real special amp alongside a slightly thicker atomic number 82 musical note than the Mark IIC+. It's been used past countless professional person guitarists across a broad range of genres. Its distinctive note together with versatility have made it a staple in studios as well as on stages around the globe. It has likewise influenced the blueprint of countless other amplifiers, cementing its home in the pantheon of iconic guitar gear. Includes ten Tone Models: vii amongst cab, 3 without.
Early '90s MESA Engineering DUAL RECTIFIER (ii channel)
This early '90s MESA/Boogie Dual Rectifier is an iconic two-channel guitar amplifier known for its immense, stone musical note as well as high-attain capabilities. The Dual Rectifier changed the sound of rock alongside its thick attain layers favored past many metallic bands such as Metallica and Tool in addition to ruled rock radio for well over a decade later its free in the early on '90s. It remains a staple in heavy stone in addition to metal music. Includes nine Tone Models: vi with cab, iii without.
Early '90s MESA Engineering TRIPLE RECTIFIER® (2 channel)
This early on MESA/Boogie Triple Rectifier is another legendary two-channel guitar amplifier renowned for its dominance, tight depression stop too layers of harmonically rich overdrive. The Triple Rec takes the Rectifier audio even farther toward bombastic via its bigger ability section boasting 6x6L6s and is good-hunted for its giant audio together with end-on-a-dime dynamics, being e'er-popular among hard stone in addition to metallic guitarists. Includes 25 Tone Models: 16 amongst cab, 9 without.
Boogie® Limited Edition King Snake
This limited-edition King Snake™ is an exact recreation of the master MESA/Boogie amp Carlos Santana Mark I toured with inward the early '70s. With only 600 examples produced, this amp was designed to be a unmarried-channel note monster delivering the iconic Latin stone tones heard on countless records as well as stages as well as reproducing the electrifying energy of Santana's historic operation at the legendary Budokan arena. Includes 12 Tone Models: eight with cab, iv without.
The MESA/Boogie Reference Signature Collection is a unique opportunity to experience the audio and experience of rare amplifiers built alongside components and transformers no longer available. Whether it'sec alongside the book downwardly for pristine make clean tones, or cranked upwards to unleash crushing metallic tones, playing these amps is a must for whatsoever MESA/Boogie fan.
Pricing in addition to Availability
MESA/Boogie Reference Signature Collection is available straightaway to purchase via ToneNET too inside any version of TONEX for Mac/PC for $/€99.99. It is besides available from the IK Multimedia online store too from IK authorized dealers worldwide.
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