There are amplifier stories, and there are storied amplifiers, and in this case, it’s both! In 1985, at the request of Vivian Campbell and later Kirk Hammett, along with other noteworthy artists of the day who eventually heard them, MESA/ Boogie® made some modifications to a few production Mark IIC+ amps to achieve more gain in the overdrive mode and attain a thicker, heavier gain sound. These “++” designated IICs were done for the select few artists who requested them in the twilight of the C+ lifecycle and were never officially offered as a production model.
Now, Mesa/Boogie are excited to announce a Limited Edition build of 200 of these rarefied amplifiers in tribute to the music played on them and the era that spawned such great guitarists whose work therein has withstood the test of time and become truly iconic. This new “++” IIC build has increased gain in the preamp, which affects the LEAD Mode only. The LEAD Mode is thicker sounding in these “++” versions with enhanced low end and more top end gain, cut, and harmonic layering. Only 2 pieces will be available to the Australian market.
NEW MESA/BOOGIE MARK IIC++ LIMITED EDITION HEAD
RRP $8,599
200 PIECES WORLDWIDE
ONLY 2 PIECES AVAILABLE IN AUSTRALIA
Available in Australia late July 2025. Distributed in Australia by Australis Music Group