Mesa Boogie Badlander 50 Amp Head
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Mesa Boogie
Badlander 50 Amp Head
Product Info
Article Number:
507212
Brand:
Mesa Boogie
Model:
Badlander 50 Amp Head
Category:
Tube Guitar Heads
Price:
$3,133.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Badlander 50 is a serious contender for players craving that classic Mesa Boogie high-gain sound without needing a massive stack. It’s a fantastic choice for rock, hard rock, and metal players who want a versatile amp that can handle everything from crunchy rhythm tones to searing leads, and the CabClone is a neat bonus for direct recording.
Product Description
- Mesa Boogie Badlander 50 Amp Head
- Tube Amp Head for Electric Guitar
- 2 Channels
- Power: 50 watts - switchable between 50 & 20 watts
- Integrated CabClone IR
- Bias Select Switch: EL34 or 6V6 tubes
- Preamp tubes: 5x 12AX7
- Power amp tubes: 2x EL34
- Controls: 2x gain
- 2x treble
- 2x mid
- 2x bass
- 2x presence
- 2x master
- 2x cab select (Ch1 / Ch2)
- level
- Switch: 2x Crunch (Clean / Crush)
- Channel select (FTSW)
- 50w / 20w
- Variac / Off / Bold
- Gnd / Lift
- Bias (EL34 / 6L6)
- Speaker outputs: 4 ohms (2x 6.3 mm jack)
- 8 ohms (6.3 mm jack)
- Input: 6.3 mm jack
- Footswitch input: 6.3 mm jack
- Effects loop send & return: 2x 6.3 mm jack
- Headphone connection: 6.3 mm jack
- DI Output / CabClone IR: XLR
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 578 x 264 x 245 mm
- Weight: 16.3 kg
- Includes 1-button foot switch
- Made and hand-wired in the USA
PROS
- • Exceptional Mesa tone: tight, articulate, and responsive across both channels.
- • Versatile power reduction: 50W/20W switch offers flexibility for stage and studio.
- • Integrated CabClone IR: provides surprisingly realistic speaker cabinet simulation.
- • Bias Select Switch: EL34/6V6 options offer distinct tonal palettes.
CONS
- • Premium-priced: represents a significant investment for many guitarists.
- • Heavy build: 16.3 kg head demands a sturdy rack or amp stand.
- • Limited clean headroom: excels at crunch but isn't a pristine clean platform.
Product Video
Key Features
Power (Watts)
50/20
Tubes
5x 12AX7 preamp, 2x EL34 power
Channels
2 (Clean/Crush)
Effects
Effects loop, CabClone IR
Speaker Output
4 ohms, 8 ohms
Weight
16.3 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's a good approximation, especially for recording, but lacks the subtle nuances and dynamic response of a quality speaker cab.
EL34s provide a more aggressive, British-voiced tone with tighter lows and more upper harmonics, while 6V6s offer a warmer, American-style sound with a smoother, rounder feel.
The Crush channel delivers a seriously high-gain tone – it's not just a slight overdrive; it's a full-on modern metal sound capable of handling aggressive riffs and blistering solos.
