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Description
Introducing the Mesa/Boogie Mark V:25, the epitome of guitar amp evolution. This compact amplifier head offers an exciting blend of the iconic Mark Series amps' best features, giving you a truly versatile and dynamic experience. This compact beast is fueled by the DynaWatt 2xEL84 power section, providing the same sonic flavor as the EL34s found in higher-wattage amps. Don't let its size fool you; the Mark V:25 delivers an organic sustain and shimmering harmonics that will leave you breathless.
Whether you're jamming at home, practicing with your band, or performing live, the Mark V:25's Multi-Watt Power Switch allows you to toggle between 10 or 25 Watts, making it an ideal companion for any musical scenario. Channel 1 takes you from clean to crunch, while Channel 2 brings you the legendary Mesa lead tone. It's like having an entire line of amps in one!
Key Features:
- Multi-Watt Power Switch for versatile performance
- Compact head with mind-blowing performance
- 2 Channels powered by EL84 tubes for shimmering harmonics and organic sustain
- A living history of Mark Series amps in one package
- Built-in Cabclone speaker simulator and internal load box for awesome direct tone
- 2-button footswitch (channel 1, channel 2, and EQ) and slipcover included
- Independent reverb controls for each channel
- Buffered series effects loop for added flexibility in signal chain
- All-aluminum chassis for ultra-rugged durability.
Product specs
| Available since | November 2014 |
| Powerrate in W | 25 W |
| Power Amplifier Tubes | EL84 |
| Channels | 2 |
| Reverb | Yes |
| Footswitch | Yes |
FAQs
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What are the core tonal characteristics of the Mesa/Boogie Mark V:25?
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The Mesa/Boogie Mark V:25 is known for its versatile tonal range, offering everything from pristine cleans to aggressive high-gain tones, making it suitable for a variety of genres, from jazz to metal.
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Is the Mesa/Boogie Mark V:25 loud enough for gigging?
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With its 25-watt power output and EL84 power tubes, the Mesa/Boogie Mark V:25 is capable of delivering sufficient volume for small to medium-sized gigs, especially when mic'd through a PA system.
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Does the Mesa/Boogie Mark V:25 come with a footswitch?
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Yes, the Mesa/Boogie Mark V:25 includes a footswitch, allowing you to easily switch between channels and access various features during performances.
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What type of reverb does the Mesa/Boogie Mark V:25 have?
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The Mesa/Boogie Mark V:25 features built-in reverb, providing a range of ambient effects that can be adjusted to suit your playing style and environment.
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How many channels does the Mesa/Boogie Mark V:25 have?
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The Mesa/Boogie Mark V:25 has two channels, each offering multiple modes to deliver a wide variety of tones, from clean to high-gain.
Videos
Rob Chapman
Mesa Boogie Mark 5:25 Demo Capt & Chappers Style
Mesa Boogie Mark 5:25 Demo Capt & Chappers Style
Rob Chapman
Mesa Boogie Mark 5 Twenty-Five demo – Tones For Tache Day 22
Guitarist
MESA/Boogie Mark Five: 25 Play through
Ola Englund
Mesa/Boogie Mark Five : 25 Tube Amplifier Demo by Sweetwater
Sweetwater
Mesa Boogie Mark Five: 25 Head | N Stuff Music
N Stuff Music
Mesa Mk V 25 Exploring Metal Tones
LambChopper678
MESA/Boogie • Mark Five: 25™ 1x10 Combo • BLUES
MESA/Boogie
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Mesa Boogie Mark V:25 - A Hugely Versatile Little Amp [FULL REVIEW OF ALL CHANNELS & MODES]
John Nathan Cordy
MESA/Boogie • Mark Five: 25™ 1x10 Combo • ROCK
MESA/Boogie
Mesa Boogie Mark Five 25 || A GREAT Amp?
John Nathan Cordy
Mesa Boogie Mark V25 My Verdict and Review Post Gig!
John Nathan Cordy
Mesa Boogie Mark V 25 - Unboxing
EytschPi42
MESA/Boogie Mark Five: 25 | Big tones from spanky cleans to tight chug.
Euge Valovirta
MESA/Boogie • Mark Five: 25™ 1x10 Combo • PUSHED
MESA/Boogie
Reviews
PROS
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Extremely lightweight and portable at just 7 kilograms
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Includes serial fx loop and spring reverb for enhanced sound options
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Built-in Cabclone offers great sounding direct output for practice or recording
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Supports two fully independent channels with six style modes for versatile tone shaping
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Capable of producing everything from sweet cleans to aggressive leads
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Works well with various cabinet configurations, including 1X12 setups
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Equally effective for live gigs, studio recording, and bedroom practice
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Versatile enough to cover any genre with ease
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Exceptional EQ and reverb quality, ideal for studio use
CONS
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Some users may find it challenging to dial in undesirable tones due to its versatility
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Mesa/Boogie Mark V:25.
Setup and maintenance
Use cases and applications
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Despite its size, the Mark V:25 is praised for its big sound, making it suitable for both bedroom practice and band rehearsals.
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Owners find the Mark V:25 versatile due to its multiple voices and EQ options, allowing for a wide variety of tones across musical styles.
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The headphone jack is highlighted as a highly convenient feature for quiet practice sessions, especially when others are asleep.
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The amp is noted for its exceptional performance in recording setups, particularly when paired with loadboxes, enhancing versatility in studio environments.
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Owners find the Mark V:25 excels with bright cleans and vintage crunch, but its high gain channels may not suit extreme metal without tweaking.
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Comparisons
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Some players prefer the Mark V 90-watt version for better volume control and fuller sound at low levels compared to the 25-watt model.
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The Mark V:25 can sound and feel different from other EL-84 amps, offering a more "grown-up" tone and presence compared to typical EL-84 characteristics.
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Compared to the 90-watt version, the 25-watt model shares identical channels but is noted for having fewer options, like missing some extra voicings.
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The clean channel's FAT voicing is praised for achieving a Fender-like clean sound, offering a tonal alternative within the same amp.
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The Mark V:25 offers tighter, darker tones than the more open Rectifier, but lacks the latter's thicker wall of sound.
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Value and pricing
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The Mark V:25 was available for $999 at Sweetwater, noted as an exceptional deal compared to used prices.
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Mods and upgrades
Features and functionality
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The Mark V:25 has a sensitive volume control, making it challenging to achieve consistent low-volume tones without additional equipment like an attenuator or volume pedal.
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The amp's footswitch allows activation of the built-in graphic EQ, adding convenience and flexibility during live performances.
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The Mark V:25's EQ knobs are pre-gain for distortion texture; sliders are post-gain for tone shaping, enabling tight metal low end with low bass settings.
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The reverb knobs are located on the back, which some users find inconvenient when making quick adjustments.
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User experience
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Owners report that the amp is loud for its 25-watt rating, making it suitable for live performances with mic support but challenging to keep up with a loud drummer unmic'd.
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Switching the amp's EQ off temporarily can help re-tune ears to its mid-focused nature, making re-adjustment easier.
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Critic Reviews
5.0 out of 5
Based on 4 Reviews and 29 Ratings
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Mesa Boogie mark five 25
It is so small!It is only 7 kilograms!!!It has serial fx loop and even spring reverb! I use it for small gigs and private partys with one or two Mesa recto 1X12 V30 cabinets or even without'em, thanks to the built-in cabclone which sounds amazing and is perfect for badroom practice! On live i mix the sound on two channels-60%mic, 40% cabclone. Suporting two fully independent channels with six style modes, the Mesa/Boogie Mark Five: 25 tube amp head gives you legendary Mark Series preamp tone combined with Mesa's proprietary Dyna-Watt 2 x EL84 output section. This Mark Series amp gives you maximum portability and responsiveness. Dial in everything from sweet cleans to roaring leads with extra midrange crunch and aggression when you push the EL84 power tubes hard. Factor in the built-in Cabclone speaker-emulated direct output, and you have an amazing gigging and recording amp with the Mesa/Boogie Mark Five: 25 tube amplifier.
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Killer Amp
This thing is absolutely worth the price. Can play pretty much any genre from it. It's more difficult to find tones that don't work than tones that do. Versatility doesn't mean that it doesn't sound superb though. Might be the best sounding amp I've played through.
Rad
Used it on the first Black Horizon record for that 80s guitar tone. the chunk layered was unbeatable
Artist usage
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on the mesa boogie website, it states that jim uses this amp
In this Music Radar article, Mick Thomson mentions that sometimes he uses a Mesa/Boogie Mark V:25 through his Omega cabinets.
Ola Englund trying Mesa Boogie Mark V 25 Watt on this video.
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In this post rob talks about the mesa mark V 25 watt amp. He purchased this amp second hand. He has a matching mesa boogie mini rectofier cab that he pairs with it. Both the amp and cab are in a light blue color
Plini talks about hanging out at Mesa playing Mark V:25s.
Andy played his Ibanez Signature AT guitar with DiMarzio pickups through the C+ mode of Ch. 2 into a 2x12 Rectifier Cabinet loaded with Celestion Vintage 30s. He also used his Strymon Timeline Delay in the loop of the Mark Five: 25 set to Dual Delay Mode with 500ms and 375ms on each side and an expression pedal from the Timeline to control echo volume. Andy rolled his guitar volume up and down for clean and overdriven sounds.
in this video he is showing his mesa boogie that he uses for years
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"Using the @mesaengineering new mk5-25 on a gig today, only inears, so I'm using the build cabclone, sounds amazing."
In this article from Groove Electronics (who fixed C-Funk's pedalboard), is mentioned the Mesa Mark 25.
Zoltán Farkas uses the Mesa/Boogie Mark V:25 guitar amplifier head, as demonstrated in a video by ektomorfHU on YouTube.
He used it on his new album with Malopa Quasar.
Album Usage
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