Mesa Boogie Fillmore 50 Head
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Mesa Boogie
Fillmore 50 Head
Product Info
Article Number:
445525
Brand:
Mesa Boogie
Model:
Fillmore 50 Head
Category:
Tube Guitar Heads
Price:
$2,528.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Fillmore 50 is a seriously impressive amp. It delivers that iconic Mesa Boogie tone – a fantastic blend of clean clarity and driven character – in a more manageable package than some of their bigger heads. This is perfect for players seeking that vintage American amp vibe without the extreme high-end price tag.
Product Description
- Mesa Boogie Fillmore 50 Head
- Amp Head for Electric Guitar
- All-tube
- 2 Independent switchable channels - each with 3 modes
- Power: 40/20 Watt switchable
- Fixed bias
- Tubes: 2x 6L6
- 5x 12AX7
- Channel 1 and 2 with controls for Clean
- Drive & Hi Modes
- Gain
- Treble
- Bass
- Presence
- Reverb & Master Control
- Vintage All-Tube
- Long Tank
- Spring Reverb on each channel
- Tube FX Loop
- External reverb footswitch output
- Dimensions: (H x W x D): 24.77 x 57.79 x 24.13 cm
- Weight: 11.79 kg
- Includes protective cover and 1-way footswitch for channel switching
- Made in Petaluma USA
PROS
- • Exceptional clean headroom with a vintage warmth, thanks to the 6L6 tubes.
- • Versatile channel options provide a wide range of tones, from sparkling cleans to crunchy overdrive.
- • The long tank spring reverb is genuinely lush and classic Mesa.
- • Solid, road-worthy build quality reflecting Mesa’s commitment to craftsmanship.
CONS
- • The Fillmore 50 is quite heavy, making portability a challenge for some.
- • The fixed bias design requires more specialized maintenance and potential tube replacement.
- • While versatile, it leans towards classic rock/blues – modern high-gain genres might feel limited.
Product Video
Key Features
Power (Watts)
40/20
Tubes
2x 6L6, 5x 12AX7
Channels
2, each with 3 modes
Effects
Tube FX Loop, Spring Reverb
Speaker Output
4/8/16 Ohm
Weight
11.79 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Mark V is far more versatile with more gain stages and effects options, but the Fillmore 50 offers a more focused, refined tone, particularly suited for classic rock and blues.
Fixed bias simplifies initial setup but can mean tube replacement requires more expertise and potentially a tech visit, as bias adjustment isn’t user-accessible.
Yes, running effects through a tube-buffered loop can preserve tone and volume, especially with older or less robust pedals.
