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Description
Unleash the sonic power of the Mesa/Boogie Stiletto Deuce Stage II, a 100-watt tube amplifier head that marries American innovation with a quintessentially British voice. Designed for the discerning guitarist who seeks versatility and tonal excellence, this amp head is your ticket to a wide palette of sounds, from crystalline cleans to gritty crunches and soaring leads. With two independent channels, each offering three modes, the Stiletto Deuce Stage II empowers you to dial in exactly the right sound for every situation.
The heart of this amplifier lies in its ability to switch between vintage warmth and modern punch, thanks to the Switchable Rectifier feature. Whether you're chasing the sag of tube rectification or the tight responsiveness of silicon diodes, this amp has you covered. Channel 1 brings you from shimmering clean tones to mid-gain crunch, while Channel 2 takes you to high-gain territories with modes like Tite-Gain and Fluid-Drive, ensuring your solos cut through any mix with rich, harmonic textures.
Built with the performer in mind, the amp includes features like a Bold/Spongy Power switch for on-the-fly voltage adjustments and a footswitchable Solo Level Control to give you that extra push when you need it most. Handcrafted in Petaluma, California, the Stiletto Deuce Stage II is a testament to Mesa/Boogie's dedication to quality and tonal versatility.
Key Features:
- 100-watt EL34-powered tube amp head
- Two independent channels with six modes
- Switchable Rectifier (tube or silicon diode)
- Bold/Spongy Power switch for voltage adjustment
- Independent gain, treble, mid, bass, presence, and master controls per channel
- Footswitchable Solo Level Control and all-tube effects loop
- Handbuilt in Petaluma, California
- 2-button footswitch included
Product specs
| Brand | Mesa Boogie |
| Model | Stiletto Deuce Stage II 2-Channel 100-Watt Guitar Amp Head |
| Finish | Various |
| Year | 2006 - 2012 |
| Made In | United States |
| Categories | Guitar Heads |
| Built-In Effects | No 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 | EL34 |
| Reverb | None |
FAQs
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What type of music is the Mesa/Boogie Stiletto Deuce Stage II best suited for?
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The Mesa/Boogie Stiletto Deuce Stage II, with its EL34 power tubes, is ideal for rock and metal genres, offering aggressive tones with plenty of headroom and punchy dynamics.
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How many channels does the Mesa/Boogie Stiletto Deuce Stage II have?
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The Mesa/Boogie Stiletto Deuce Stage II features two channels, allowing for versatile sound options from clean to high-gain tones.
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Does the Mesa/Boogie Stiletto Deuce Stage II have built-in effects?
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No, the Mesa/Boogie Stiletto Deuce Stage II does not include built-in effects, focusing instead on delivering pure tube-driven sound.
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Can the Mesa/Boogie Stiletto Deuce Stage II handle different speaker impedances?
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Yes, the Mesa/Boogie Stiletto Deuce Stage II can handle both 4 ohms and 8 ohms speaker impedances, offering flexibility in speaker cabinet pairing.
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Is the Mesa/Boogie Stiletto Deuce Stage II suitable for gigging?
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With its 100-watt output, the Mesa/Boogie Stiletto Deuce Stage II is powerful enough for live performances, providing ample volume and projection for larger venues.
Videos
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Reviews
PROS
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Dual Rectifier design offers spongy or sag options
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Impressive clean and dirty tones
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Variable wattage (50/100 watts) enhances versatility
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Solo function allows for four sound levels
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Excellently models hot-rodded Marshall sounds
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Clean, full-bodied tones at high volumes
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High-quality gain channel voicings
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Unmatched crunch tone on Channel 1
CONS
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Lacks ability to switch to 6L6 power tubes
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Clean channel voicing not favored by all
4.5 out of 5
Based on 3 Reviews and 7 Ratings
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This is a hot rodded version of a Marshall amplifier with over the top gain and more flexibility equalization
This is a Dual Rectifier without the ability to change to 6L6's power tubes. The 2 rectifier tubes can make this spongy or sag. The tone is pretty impressive. The clean tone is pretty spanky. The amplifier has the ability to be 50 watts or 100 watts and using the clean channel with 100 watts and the dirty channel at 50 watts is pretty impressive. The solo function makes this amplifier have 4 different levels for sound. This amplifier does what hot rodded Marshalls were meant to do.
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Excelente amplificador do som limpo ao extremo ganho
Esse amplificador me forneceu exatamente o que eu procurava: sons limpos encorpados e drives válvula pouco saturados mesmo em altos volumes. Não uso muito canal high gain, porém quando o utilizei a experiência foi a melhor possível. Valeu cada centavo. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VtYSwzS25d0
Workhorse
4 stars for the clean channel voicing, which I abhor. 5 stars because of the gain channels' voicings. Ch. 1 crunch is absolutely unbelievable, and probably my favorite crunch tone on any of my amps. It's not for everyone, but it's been a crucial part of my tone for almost 15 years.
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James Hetfield appears to use a modified Mesa/Boogie Stiletto Deuce Stage II head during performances of the National Anthem at various sports events, such as Giants, Sharks, or Warriors games. The amplifier's front panel is customized with team colors, and Hetfield's "JH" badge replaces the original Stiletto badge. Despite these modifications, the control layout remains consistent with a Stiletto head. This suggests its suitability for a single 4x12 live setup or possibly its tonal preference for these performances. A user-uploaded photo supports this observation.
Seen throughout this video from a 2009 live show at Nelson Ledges Quarry Park in Ohio, Buckethead plays in front of two Mesa Boogie Stiletto Tridents.
At 8:08 in this video Devin Townsend of Vai, Front Line Assembly, The Wild Hearts, and Strapping Young Lad, talks about the amplifiers he uses, mentioning the Mesa Boogie Stiletto.
Andy is pictured here with a Mesa Boogie Stiletto Deuce Stage II. The text quotes him saying, "With my Stiletto Deuce II, every nuance and subtle dynamic comes out easily and clearly with amazing rich harmonic content...completely responsive!"
In the background we can see an amp wall ond one of the amps is a customised Mesa Boogie Stiletto
In this YouTube video, you can see Nick using the Mesa Stiletto behind him. This was used in 2015 around the release of knuckle pucks first album titled Copacetic.
In a YouTube video titled "НАДЕЛ! - Выпуск №038," Serge Tabachnikov showcases his use of the Mesa/Boogie Stiletto Deuce Stage II guitar amplifier head. He describes its EL34 tubes as enhancing the sound with a punchy and tight quality, likening the amplifier to a well-crafted Marshall with an extra boost.
In the YouTube video titled "Litium-Evanescence-LIVE The Tonight Show-HD," John LeCompt is seen using the Mesa/Boogie Stiletto Deuce Stage II guitar amplifier head during the performance.
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