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Description
Step into the world of tonal versatility with the Mesa Boogie Lone Star Head, a guitar amplifier head that combines classic design with modern functionality. This amplifier is designed for musicians who crave a rich and dynamic sound, capable of delivering anything from sweet, clean tones to gritty overdrives. With its dual-channel setup, the Lone Star Head allows for seamless transitions between clean and overdriven channels, making it an ideal choice for live performances and studio recordings alike.
Equipped with a trio of 12AX7 preamp tubes and a quartet of EL84 power tubes, the Lone Star Head offers a warm and responsive sound. Its proprietary Multi-Watt™ feature lets you toggle between 50 and 100 watts per channel, giving you the freedom to tailor your sound for any setting. Whether you're in a small club or a large venue, the Lone Star Head's powerful output and tonal flexibility ensure that your music will always be heard.
The amplifier head also boasts a fully buffered effects loop, ensuring that your effects pedals retain their integrity and sound quality. With its robust construction and meticulous attention to detail, the Mesa Boogie Lone Star Head is a reliable companion for any guitarist seeking to elevate their sonic palette.
Key Features:
- Dual-channel design for versatile sound options
- Multi-Watt™ technology with 50/100-watt switchable power
- Three 12AX7 preamp tubes and four EL84 power tubes
- Fully buffered effects loop for enhanced pedal integration
- Robust construction for durability and reliability
Product specs
| Brand | Mesa Boogie |
| Model | Lone Star Duo-Class 2-Channel 100-Watt Guitar Amp Head |
| Finish | Various |
| Year | 2007 - 2020 |
| Made In | United States |
| Categories | Guitar Heads |
| Built-In Effects | Built-In Effects |
| Electronics | Tube |
| Impedance | 4 ohms, 8 ohms |
| Number of Channels | 2 Channels |
| Number of Inputs | 1 Input |
| Output Power (Watts) | 100 |
| Power Tube Type | 6L6 |
| Reverb | Spring Reverb |
FAQs
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What is the power output of the Mesa/Boogie Lone Star Head?
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The Mesa/Boogie Lone Star Head has a power output of 100 watts, which can be dialed down to 50 or 10 watts, offering flexibility for different performance settings.
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What type of tubes does the Mesa/Boogie Lone Star Head use?
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This amplifier head uses 6L6 power tubes, known for their robust and versatile tonal qualities, making it suitable for a wide range of musical genres.
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How many channels does the Mesa/Boogie Lone Star Head have?
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The Mesa/Boogie Lone Star Head features two independent channels, allowing for a variety of tonal options and seamless switching between different sound settings.
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Does the Mesa/Boogie Lone Star Head include built-in effects?
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Yes, the Mesa/Boogie Lone Star Head includes built-in effects, such as spring reverb, to enhance your guitar's sound without needing additional pedals.
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Is the Mesa/Boogie Lone Star Head suitable for gigging?
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With its 100-watt power output and versatile tone-shaping capabilities, the Mesa/Boogie Lone Star Head is well-suited for live performances and gigging musicians.
Videos
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That Pedal Show – Our Guitars & Gear: Mick’s Mesa/Boogie Lone Star Amps
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Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Mesa/Boogie Lone Star Head.
Features and functionality
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The Lone Star features a footswitch jack for reverb control, not included with the amp, requiring a separate purchase for remote reverb toggling.
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User experience
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Owners report extensive learning curves with control settings, including wattage and variac "tweed" settings, taking months to master for optimal tones.
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Some owners have found the Lone Star's reverb to be lush and 3D-sounding, contributing to a very satisfying playing experience.
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Users find 4x12 cabs cumbersome and unnecessarily loud for most gigs; a 1x12 or 2x12 is often sufficient and more portable.
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Setup and maintenance
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Non-conductive buildup on 1/4" jacks can mimic bad tubes, resolved by working a plug in and out to clear debris.
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Use cases and applications
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The amp excels as a pedal platform and is ideal for rock, but requires tweaking for optimal settings, especially in the drive channel.
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The drive channel on the Classic model can be optimized for lead tones by lowering bass and increasing treble, especially effective with a Strat and low gain overdrive.
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A 2x12 cab with an Alnico Silver and Greenback is praised for versatility, but a 4x12 with Vintage 30s may not deliver the desired tone.
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Build quality
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The Mesa/Boogie Lone Star Classic's 1x12 combo is notably heavy, over 70 lbs, making it less portable for frequent gigging.
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Comparisons
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The Lone Star Classic with 6L6 tubes offers more clean headroom and Fender-like tones, while the Special with EL34 tubes delivers a Vox-like sound with more bite.
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Old Marshall 4x12s from the 80s are recommended over newer Orange Crush or Marshall MX cabs due to better sound and build quality.
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Timmons runs two Mesa/Boogie Lone Star heads (one is custom-fitted into a flight case). For a bit of tonal variation, one amp is equipped with EL34s and the other has 6L6s. The amps run into two Mesa/Boogie Rectifier 2x12 cabs with Celestion Vintage 30s for a stereo image.
At around the 6:46 mark in this video, Shaun mentions that he began using Mesa Boogie LoneStar heads for his clean sound
According to his artist page on the official MESA/Boogie® website, guitarist Travis Stever uses the Mesa/Boogie Lone Star Head.
According to his artist page on the official MESA/Boogie® website, guitarist Jeff Stinco uses the Mesa/Boogie Lone Star Head.
Appears at the 37 second mark in this video. Mick says, "It's the later version 100-watt one, which also has the 10-watt mode."
Dan Estrin's Mesa Boogie page says he uses a Lone Star amp head.
In a Premier Guitar "Rig Rundown" video featuring Umphrey's McGee, it is confirmed that guitarist Brendan Bayliss uses a Mesa Boogie Lone Star Head alongside a Gussler-built Oldfield head. The Mesa Boogie Lone Star Head is connected to a cabinet equipped with Celestion 12″ speakers.
In the video titled "Andy Wood - Alright Already! (1080 HD)" by Jason Sidwell on YouTube, Andy Wood is seen using a Mesa/Boogie Lone Star Head.
According to his artist page on the official MESA/Boogie® website, guitarist Shane Theriot uses the Mesa/Boogie Lone Star Head.
According to his artist page on the official MESA/Boogie® website, Niklas Källgren uses the Mesa/Boogie Lone Star Head.
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