Mesa Boogie Triple Crown TC-50 Head
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Mesa Boogie
Triple Crown TC-50 Head
Product Info
Article Number:
403466
Brand:
Mesa Boogie
Model:
Triple Crown TC-50 Head
Category:
Tube Guitar Heads
Price:
$3,518.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Triple Crown TC-50 is a seriously versatile amp—a modern Mesa with a nod to classic tones. It’s a powerhouse for players wanting a wide range of sounds, from sparkling cleans to searing high-gain leads, and the CabClone is a real bonus for recording. Ideal for the gigging guitarist or studio player who wants that Mesa Boogie crunch without needing a full stack.
Product Description
- Mesa Boogie Triple Crown TC-50 Head
- Full Tube Amp Head for Electric Guitar
- 3 Channels: Clean
- Lo Gain & Hi Gain
- Power: 50 W Class A/B
- Power amp tubes: 2 x EL34
- Preamp tubes: 6 x 12AX7 and 1 x 12AT7
- Bias Select Switch: EL34
- 6V6 or 6L6 tubes
- Controls: Gain
- Treble
- Bass
- Presence
- Reverb & Master Volume
- CabClone Cabinet Simulator
- MIDI In/Thru/Out - 256 presets - serves channels 1
- reverb
- FX loop and solo
- Housing made of aluminium
- Dimensions: 244 x 578 x 264 mm
- Weight: 15.8 kg
- Footswitch included
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Aluminum chassis offers excellent heat dissipation and robust durability.
- • The Class A/B power amp delivers Mesa’s signature dynamic response and punch.
- • CabClone provides surprisingly usable direct recording and FRFR speaker options.
- • Six 12AX7 tubes in the preamp section ensure a wide range of gain flavors.
CONS
- • The weight makes it less than ideal for gigging musicians who travel frequently.
- • The extensive MIDI capabilities might be overwhelming for simpler setups.
- • High-gain channel can be a bit too aggressive for some cleaner styles.
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Key Features
Power (Watts)
50
Tubes
2 x EL34, 6 x 12AX7, 1 x 12AT7
Channels
3 (Clean, Lo Gain, Hi Gain)
Effects
Reverb, FX Loop, CabClone
Speaker Output
4/8/16 Ohm
Weight
15.8 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
It’s a solid starting point for direct recording, but lacks the nuance and flexibility of a dedicated impulse response system.
Yes, the bias switch allows for easy swapping, but you'll need to allow the amp to warm up and settle after each change.
The basic channel switching is simple, but unlocking the full potential of the 256 presets requires some time spent with the MIDI editor.
