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Description
Introducing the Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier 100-Watt Tube Head, a true titan in the music industry and a staple of heavy music for over two generations. This amplifier is not just an upgraded version of its predecessors, but a complete reimagining that delivers a crushing wall of gain and a tonal range that's unequalled in its class.
What sets this amp apart is the multi-watt 50/100 channel selectable power that offers you unrivalled versatility and control over your sound, whether you're playing in a small club or a large venue. Coupled with an improved Effects Loop, channel assignable rectification with rectifier tracking, and a dedicated Tuner Out with mute option, the Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier is well-equipped to handle any musical scenario you throw at it.
But it's not just about the features, it's about the tone. This amp delivers a more soulful, earthy RAW mode, thicker layers of harmonics in VINTAGE mode, and a tighter, gut-punching attack in MODERN mode. It's a sound that's been mimicked and modeled, but never duplicated. This is the amp that sets the standard for heavy music.
Key Features:
- Multi-watt 50/100 channel selectable power
- Improved Effects Loop
- Channel assignable rectification with rectifier tracking
- Dedicated Tuner Out with mute option
- Updated footswitch included
- Enhanced CLEAN and PUSHED modes in Channel 1
- Improved Modes in Channels 2 and 3 with more soulful RAW, thicker VINTAGE, and tighter MODERN.
Product specs
| Type | Tube |
| Number of Channels | 3 |
| Total Power | 100W/50W |
| Preamp Tubes | 5 x 12AX7 |
| Power Tubes | 4 x 6L6, 2 x 5U4 (Rectifier) |
| EQ | 3-band |
| Inputs | 1 x 1/4" |
| Outputs | 5 x 1/4" (4/8/16 ohms), 1 x 1/4" (slave), 1 x 1/4" (tuner) |
| Effects Loop | Yes |
| Footswitch I/O | 1 x 8-pin DIN (channel, mute, solo, FX loop), 4 x 1/4" (ch 2/3, solo, FX loop) |
| Footswitch Included | Yes, 6-button |
| Construction Material | Black Leatherette |
| Power Source | Standard IEC AC cable |
| Height | 10" |
| Width | 25.5" |
| Depth | 9.87" |
| Weight | 41 lbs. |
FAQs
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What kind of tones can I expect from the Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier for rock and metal music?
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The Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier is renowned for its high-gain, aggressive tones, making it ideal for rock and metal. It delivers a tight, punchy sound with a powerful low-end and articulate mids, perfect for heavy riffing and soaring leads.
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How does the Multi-Watt feature on the Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier affect its performance?
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The Multi-Watt feature on the Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier allows you to switch between 100W and 50W power settings. This flexibility enables you to achieve different tonal characteristics and volume levels suitable for both stage and studio environments.
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Is the Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier suitable for live performances?
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Yes, the Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier is highly suitable for live performances. Its 100W power output and robust construction provide ample volume and durability for gigging, while the three-channel design offers versatile tone-shaping options.
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Does the Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier include an effects loop?
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Yes, the Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier features an effects loop, allowing you to integrate your favorite effects pedals into the amp's signal chain without compromising tone.
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What type of footswitch is included with the Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier?
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The Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier comes with a 6-button footswitch, allowing you to control channel switching, mute, solo, and effects loop functions easily during performance.
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Reviews
PROS
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Exceptional tone and sound quality right out of the box
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Crystal clear clean channel with three distinct modes
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Iconic 'Recto' metal/rock sound with deep gain
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Highly versatile for different music genres
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Multi-watt feature allows for power selection
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Numerous tone-shaping options and settings
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Proven choice among professional musicians
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Can be customized with different valves for preferred sound
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Durable and reliable for gigging and studio work
CONS
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Some may find it over-featured and complex
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Stock valves perceived as brittle-sounding by some users
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Rear panel adjustments can be inconvenient
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Not everyone's favorite, as sound preferences vary
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier 100W 3-channel Solo Head (Multi-Watt).
Comparisons
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The Multi-Watt Dual Rectifier is noted for its smoother, low mid-centric tone, whereas older models exhibit more "hair" in the mids.
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Older Dual Rectifiers with hardwired power cords are preferred by some for better tone compared to newer models.
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The Mesa Mark series is considered more versatile and preferred by some over the Dual Rectifiers.
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Features and functionality
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The clean channel on the Multi-Watt Dual Rectifier is considered better than previous models but still not outstanding; alternatives like the Fryette Deliverance are suggested for superior cleans.
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The Dual Rectifier is praised for its bass-heavy, chuggy riffs and tight open chords, especially at higher volumes.
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Dual Rectifiers are noted for needing a volume boost to fully appreciate their sound quality.
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User experience
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Owners have expressed that while both the 3-channel and Multi-Watt models sound great, the choice may depend on your preference for tonal characteristics and budget.
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Owners describe the Mesa Dual Rectifier as having frequent repair needs, with some users experiencing more time in repair than in use.
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The "Mesa tax" is perceived as a reality, with higher service costs due to the need for specialized repair and complex design.
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Setup and maintenance
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Mesa amps reportedly have complex internal layouts making DIY repairs challenging; component labels are often hidden beneath parts, complicating troubleshooting efforts.
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Conversions from 120V to 230V can introduce additional solder and noise issues, requiring careful inspection and possibly professional service.
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Build quality
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Certain Mesa models have been criticized for fusible undersized traces and underrated PI coupling caps, contributing to potential reliability issues.
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Mods and upgrades
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Modifications like removal and bypassing of switching/muting JFETs are observed, though their origins and effectiveness can be uncertain without proper testing.
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Critic Reviews
5.0 out of 5
Based on 12 Reviews and 111 Ratings
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Worth the price of admission!
Download the owners manual. It’s pretty helpful on dialing in the right tone. This amp does ALOT....wish all of the buttons and switches were on the face of the amp. Some rear buttons are fun to play with. You can 50 watt this thing with rearranging and moving some tubes (again, download the manual). I went to great lengths to get a “rev-G” model, great sound......not sure how it compares to other models, this is my first Mesa.
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Awesome!
Just got the multiwatt Dual Rec. Amazing amp but I would replace the stock valves as they are quite brittle sounding. Replacing mine with Harma 12ax7 preamp valves and Harma 6L6GC Mesa Select power stage valves.
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ugh
this is like a triple rectifier with less output section options... see my review of the triple if you want to know how I feel about this over-featured, over-gainy paper-weight....
You could use a dual rec to amplify your guitar if you didn't have an amp that actually sounds good. I will say this though, if you are the indecisive sort and you don't have a strong idea what you want your guitar to sound like, mesa's dual and triple rectifier amps give you about a million knobs and switches to dicker with instead of actually playing guitar. That's kinda my feeling about most mesa stuff after the MK III...
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Only amp i have had 2 times
My dual rectifier is a reborn model from 2011. The reborn is the best model rectifier i have had/tried. Nothing more to say than if you dont know this amp then try it
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Dave Grohl uses the Mesa Boogie Dual Rectifier mainly for creating dirty sounds. This is by contrast where “Dave insists upon using the Vox AC-30s for his clean sounds – even though all the road crew hates the way they break-up onstage,” says a Foo Fighters guitar tech.
According to Metallica's 2010 tour gear list, Kirk Hammett plays through Mesa Boogie Dual Rectifier amp heads.
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Used for the recording of “Dirt”. These amps were released after 1992 so this was probably a prototype.
In this diagram, it shows Adam using a Dual Rec as part of his guitar rig.
Chris used a Mesa boogie blended with a Marshall JMP50 and most of his songs on superunkown. As shown in the article.
A Dual Rectifier three channel is in Tom’s studio.
In this video Syn is using a mesa boogie dual rectifier head.
This itam can be seen multiple times in the video, like for example in 0:11, im not sure if its a dual, a triple or single rectifier but for me it looks closest to a dual rectifier. I've spotted this amp in multiple occasions during the Toxicity tour, but im not sure if he used it during the recording of any SOAD album
Luke uses this amp head for almost the whole concert at Rock In Rio 2017. This amplifier can be seen at 29:11
In this video, Wes talks about his Dual Rectifier from Mesa that he used to record Three Dollar Bill.
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Album Usage
The Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier 100W 3-channel Solo Head (Multi-Watt) has been featured on the following albums:
Weezer 30 (Anniversary Super Deluxe)
Weezer (2024)
For Those Who Have Heart
A Day to Remember (2023)
Past Lives
L.S. Dunes (2022)
GLOW ON
Turnstile (2021)
Savage (Live at Brixton Academy)
Gary Numan (2018)
![Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier 100W 3-channel Solo Head (Multi-Watt) as heard on Savage (Songs from a Broken World) [Expanded Edition] by Gary Numan (2018)](https://images.equipboard.com/uploads/album/image/462517/savage-songs-from-a-broken-world-expanded-edition.jpg)
Savage (Songs from a Broken World) [Expanded Edition]
Gary Numan (2018)
35xxxv (Deluxe Edition)
One Ok Rock (2015)
Endless Forms Most Beautiful
Nightwish (2015)
Walk the Plank
Zebrahead (2015)
The Amanuensis
Monuments (2014)
Nafile
Kurban (2014)
Showtime, Storytime (Live, at Wacken, 2013)
Nightwish (2013)
Weighting
Rollins Band (2013)
NEXTREME
Fear, and Loathing in Las Vegas (2011)
Illuminaudio
Chiodos (2010)
Bad Porn Movie Trax
Shaka Ponk (2009)
Heaven Is Gone
Seventh Void (2009)
Filth in the beauty
the GazettE (2006)
Elements of Persuasion
James LaBrie & James LaBrie (2005)
A Beautiful Lie
Thirty Seconds to Mars (2005)
Let Go
Avril Lavigne & Avril Lavigne (2002)
Morning View
Incubus (2001)
Dead Heart In a Dead World
Nevermore (2000)
Make Yourself
Incubus (1999)
Come In And Burn
Rollins Band (1997)
Visions
Stratovarius (1997)
Three Dollar Bill, Y'all $
Limp Bizkit (1997)
Black Love
The Afghan Whigs (1996)
Brainbloodvolume
Ned's Atomic Dustbin (1995)
Superunknown (Super Deluxe)
Soundgarden (1994)
ARE YOU NORMAL?
Ned's Atomic Dustbin (1992)
Dirt (2022 Remaster)
Alice in Chains (1992)
Badmotorfinger (25th Anniversary Remaster)
Soundgarden (1991)
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