Mesa Boogie Badlander 25 Combo
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Mesa Boogie
Badlander 25 Combo
Product Info
Article Number:
589824
Brand:
Mesa Boogie
Model:
Badlander 25 Combo
Category:
Tube Guitar Combos
Price:
$2,308.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Badlander 25 is a serious contender for players seeking a compact, high-quality Mesa Boogie amp. It delivers that classic Mesa tone—dynamic, responsive, and capable of everything from pristine cleans to searing overdrive—in a manageable package. This combo shines for players who want a versatile, gig-ready amp without the need for a full stack.
Product Description
- Mesa Boogie Badlander 25 Combo
- Tube Combo Amplifier for Electric Guitar
- 2 Channels
- Power: 25 W - switchable between 25 W and 10 W
- Integrated CabClone IR
- Handwired in USA
- Speaker configuration: 1 x 12" Celestion Creamback 65
- Bias select switch: EL84 or 6L6 tubes
- Preamp tubes: 5x 12AX7
- Power amp tubes: 2x EL84
- Controls: 2 x Gain
- 2 x Treble
- 2 x Mid
- 2 x Bass
- 2 x Presence
- 2 x Master
- 2 x Cab Select (Ch1/Ch2)
- Level
- Switches: 2 x Crunch (Clean/Crush)
- Channel select (FTSW)
- 25w/10w
- Variac/Off/Bold
- Gnd/Lift
- Bias (EL34/6L6)
- Outputs for external speakers: 4 Ohm (2 x 6.3 mm jack)
- Line input: 6.3 mm jack
- Footswitch input: 6.3 mm jack
- FX loop send and return: 2 x 6.3 mm jack
- Headphone output: 6.3 mm jack
- DI Output/CabClone IR: XLR
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 454 x 483 x 283 mm
- Weight: 18.14 kg
- Includes 1-way footswitch
- Manufactured and hand-wired in the USA
PROS
- • Exceptional Mesa clean tones with genuine EL84/6L6 flexibility.
- • CabClone IR provides surprisingly realistic direct recording options.
- • Handwired construction ensures robust build and long-term reliability.
- • Versatile channel options cover everything from sparkling cleans to high-gain crunch.
CONS
- • Premium-priced, making it a significant investment for many guitarists.
- • Relatively heavy for a combo, limiting portability for some players.
- • EQ can be a bit complex, requiring some time to fully dial in.
Product Video
Key Features
Power (Watts)
25W (switchable to 10W)
Tubes
5 x 12AX7 Preamp, 2 x EL84 Power
Speaker
1 x 12" Celestion Creamback 65
Channels
2 (Clean/Crush)
Effects
Integrated CabClone IR, FX Loop
Weight
Approximately 48 lbs (21.8 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The CabClone IR is surprisingly good, capturing a decent amount of speaker character, but it won't fully replicate the feel and nuances of a real cab—it's great for DI recording though.
The Crush circuit isn't just distortion; it's a unique gain reduction that adds a different harmonic complexity, often resulting in a tighter, more focused high-gain sound.
The Variac setting lowers the voltage, resulting in a darker, more compressed tone with reduced headroom and a softer feel, ideal for bluesy or vintage-inspired sounds.
