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Description

Introducing the Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier Trem-O-Verb Head, an exceptional addition to your musical gear that redefines sound quality. This 100-watt tube guitar amplifier head combines power and precision, offering a comprehensive control panel for your sound. It's not just about loudness; it's about fine-tuning your music with unique tremolo and reverb controls for each channel. This amplifier head gives you unprecedented control over your tonal palette, from Master and Presence to Gain, Treble, Mid, and Bass. Experience the Mesa/Boogie difference with this versatile and powerful amplifier head.

Key Features:

  • 100-watt tube guitar amplifier head
  • Unique tremolo and reverb controls for each channel
  • Comprehensive control panel featuring Master, Presence, Gain, Treble, Mid, and Bass controls
  • Exceptional tone and power from a renowned brand in musical gear.

Product specs

Brand Mesa Boogie
Model Dual Rectifier Trem-o-Verb 2-Channel 100-Watt Guitar Amp Head
Finish Various
Year 1993 - 2002
Made In United States
Categories Guitar Heads
Built-In Effects Built-In Effects
Electronics Tube
Impedance 16 ohms, 4 ohms, 8 ohms
Number of Channels 2 Channels
Number of Inputs 1 Input
Output Power (Watts) 100
Power Tube Type 6L6 / EL34
Reverb Spring Reverb

FAQs

What are the core tonal characteristics of the Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier Trem-O-Verb Head?

The Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier Trem-O-Verb Head is known for its aggressive, high-gain tones ideal for rock and metal. It also offers rich, dynamic cleans and a versatile reverb, making it suitable for a wide range of musical styles.

Does the Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier Trem-O-Verb Head take pedals well?

Yes, this amp head is known for its excellent compatibility with pedals, particularly due to its tube-driven circuitry that complements effects like overdrive, distortion, and modulation.

Can the Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier Trem-O-Verb Head switch between different power tube types?

Yes, the amp supports both 6L6 and EL34 power tubes, allowing you to tailor the tone to your preference for either a more American or British sound.

Is the Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier Trem-O-Verb Head loud enough for live performances?

With 100 watts of power, this amp head is more than capable of handling live performances, providing ample volume and headroom for gigging with a full band.

What built-in effects does the Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier Trem-O-Verb Head offer?

The amp includes built-in spring reverb and tremolo, adding depth and character to your sound without the need for additional pedals.

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Reviews

PROS

  • Versatile sound palette from Fender-esque cleans to Mesa metal territory

  • Exceptional clean tone quality, rivals high-end Fender amps

  • Offers a range of gain options: modern high gain, vintage gain, and blues mode

  • High gain voicing superior to other models, including 3-channel rectifiers

  • Robust build quality, described as a "steely eyed animal"

  • Features like power tube reduction to 50 watts for flexibility

  • Compatible with effects, sounds great with pedals like Tube Screamer

  • Full width design benefits stacking and sound projection

  • Unique character and soul, more organic than standard versions

CONS

  • Tremolo feature considered almost useless by some users

  • FX loop slightly lacking in functionality

  • Some users find it hard to dial in desired tones, can be time-consuming

  • Voicing can be fizzy compared to other amps, lacking bite

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier Trem-O-Verb Head.

Setup and maintenance

  • Some users have experienced low gain issues and suggest consulting a qualified tech, as this isn't typical for the Trem-O-Verb.

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Comparisons

  • A single Rectifier was noted to have more unboosted gain compared to the Trem-O-Verb.

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  • Compared to the Quad preamp, the Trem-O-Verb offers a more versatile tone palette, whereas the Quad stays true to the Mark series sound.

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Features and functionality

  • The Trem-O-Verb is recognized for its superior clean channel, blues mode, and tremolo, offering more versatility than other Rectifiers.

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  • The channel cloning feature significantly changes the circuit response, adding versatility to the sound palette.

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Use cases and applications

  • The amp is praised for its high gain metal tones when boosted, but some prefer a boost + OD pedal combo for optimal sound.

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  • The Trem-O-Verb is not ideal as a bedroom amp due to its loudness, making it more suitable for larger venues.

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Build quality

  • The Trem-O-Verb's weight is notable due to large transformers and solid construction, making it cumbersome for transport.

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Mods and upgrades

  • Users recommend performing a parallel to series FX loop mod to improve compatibility with time-based effects.

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User experience

  • The Trem-O-Verb's Rev G models are highly regarded for their high gain sound, considered superior by some users compared to later Rectifier models.

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Best amp ever

You can honestly do anything with these. The Fender-esque & boutique cleans right through to a saggy Marshall-style blues or classic rock, right into the modern Mesa metal territory that the dual rec is known for. Just more organic and with more soul than the standard version. You don’t need to dial these in either- just set controls to noon and it sounds amazing.

brianrainwater

Mesa Boogie Trem-O-Verb

These always have that great metal sound that is raw and powerful. I add a Tube Screamer TS-808 and find it sounds as good as any other Rectifier. The full width is a bonus when stacking amps.

skylinerr

Great cleaner boogie head

I really wanted one of these that were second hand so I sold a mexi strat my Marshall jcm 900 and a danelectro shorthorn and a vox wah and I use this as a replacement for my knackered roland jazz combo for all clean stuff

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See how Tosin Abasi uses Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier Trem-O-Verb Head

Tosin Abasi

Guitarist

Animals as Leaders

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Verified via Photo

In Tosin's Berklee clinic he is using a Trem-O-Verb head. https://vimeo.com/740553181

See how Mike Einziger uses Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier Trem-O-Verb Head

Mike Einziger

Guitarist

Incubus

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Verified via Photo

According to this Guitar Geek rig diagram, Mike Einziger of Incubus used a Mesa Boogie Dual Rectifier Trem-O-Verb head circa 2000.

See how Ola Englund uses Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier Trem-O-Verb Head

Ola Englund

Guitarist, Podcasters & Streamers

Six Feet Under

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Verified via YouTube

The amp can be seen in this video.

See how Bruce Springsteen uses Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier Trem-O-Verb Head

Bruce Springsteen

Singer, Guitarist

Mark Knopfler’s Guitar Heroes

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Verified via Photo

Mesa Boogie's website claims that Bruce Springsteen uses the Trem-O-Verb head as one of his amps here.

See how Lindsey Buckingham uses Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier Trem-O-Verb Head

Lindsey Buckingham

Guitarist, Singer

Fleetwood Mac

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Verified via Premierguitar

"Two Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier Trem-O-Verbs are routed through a 2x12 cabinet for this electric sound." as published by Premier Guitar.

See how Dean Ween uses Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier Trem-O-Verb Head

Dean Ween

Guitarist

Ween

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Verified via Photo

In this photo, you can see Dean Ween live on stage, playing through a Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier 100-Watt Tube Head. There is tape covering the Mesa/Boogie logo.

See how Vernon Reid uses Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier Trem-O-Verb Head

Vernon Reid

Guitarist

Supergroup B

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Verified via Photo

In this article accompanying the rig rundown on Youtube, it specifies that Vernon is playing into a Term-O-Verb. The video can be found here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vtHd2v9YiEA

See how Nick McCabe uses Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier Trem-O-Verb Head

Nick McCabe

Guitarist

The Verve

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Verified via GuitarPlayer.com

"My main amp is a Mesa/Boogie Tremoverb, which was given to me about the time of Urban Hymns. It’s really versatile, with a glassy sound somewhere between the clarity and nuance of a vintage Fender, and the heft of a Marshall."

See how Efrim Menuck uses Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier Trem-O-Verb Head

Efrim Menuck

Guitarist, Keyboardist

Godspeed You! Black Emperor

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Verified via Archive

"Efrim has on at least one occasion been seen using a Mesa Boogie Dual Rectifier Trem-O-Verb head (more than likely it is a rental because it's very costly). Most of the time he uses Ampeg V-4 heads into 4x12 or 8x10 cabinets (usually Marshall and a few times Orange)."

See how Gene Ween uses Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier Trem-O-Verb Head

Gene Ween

Singer, Guitarist

Ween

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Verified via Premierguitar

This amp was included in Aaron Freeman's gear in this Premier Guitar Interview (http://www.premierguitar.com/articles/21257-aaron-freeman-return-to-form?page=3).

See how Jim James uses Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier Trem-O-Verb Head

Jim James

Singer, Guitarist

My Morning Jacket

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Verified via Photo

Seen here with his Mesa Boogie and cabinet.

See how Mickey Melchiondo uses Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier Trem-O-Verb Head

Mickey Melchiondo

Guitarist, Bassist

Ween

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Verified via Six String Soul

"I use either one or two mesa boogie dual rectifier tremor-verb heads into two 4×12 cabinets"

Genre Usage

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