Mesa/Boogie Recto-Verb 25 Black Bronco Guitar Amplifier Head

Small enough for ultra-portability with a sound that's large and in-charge, the Recto-Verb 25 head offers two channels of beefy Mesa tone with spring reverb.

With the worldwide success of the Mini Rectifier Twenty-Five Head, Mesa/Boogie were frequently asked to pack all that lightweight expressiveness into a Combo format so those needing a self-contained package could enjoy this mighty little amp too. Well, your wish is their command--and Mesa/Boogie didn't stop there.

These amps are the reverb-endowed, fraternal-twins of the little Mini Rectifier lunchbox that's been taking names all over the globe. These even mightier packages are slightly larger--just big enough to accommodate a 1x12 speaker in the case of the combo and long-spring Reverb tank in the case of the head. In both cases they boast all the same great performance that the Mini Rec is famous for and more. Plus, their classic, vinyl-covered birch cabinets provide a wide array of custom finish options to fully personalize them.

- Multi-Watt Power Unveils the Unique Voice Of EL-84 Power:
Mesa/Boogie keep saying it, but it's hard to overstate the value, effectiveness and stylistic "power" of the Multi-Watt Channel Assignable Power switches. These dedicated wattage range choices unveil different power characteristics and colors--so they are really power "voicing" switches as well.

In this Recto, the choice of EL-84 power tubes with their amazing clip characteristics, prompted Mesa/Boogie to explore the different wiring schemes possible. This experimentation led to the 10-Watt Power Mode being wired for Triode operation. This "more vintage" wiring scheme sweetens and rounds read more out the sound, turning what might otherwise be a lower volume version of the same voice, into more "soulful" Recto experience.

The 25-Watt setting delivers a bold attack, tight tracking low end, increased definition and all out headroom. This setting works great with all the sounds and certainly showcases the mightiness in this little Rectifier, shocking unsuspecting players and bystanders alike with power and sonic size. But any time you need to tame this little beast and put a vintage patina of warmth and silkiness around things, kick down to 10 Watts and enjoy a whole new and different world of Recto expression.

- 4 Expressive Style Modes, 2-Channel Simplicity:
Channel 1 focuses on rhythm sounds, both clean and overdriven, via the CLEAN and PUSHED Modes.

The CLEAN Mode delivers sparkling, big-headroom rhythm sounds that breathe with rich, warm air on the bottom end. When driven to clip and combined with the 10-Watt Power setting, this Mode misbehaves with real attitude and shines for urgent, yet soulful, Blues solo sounds and furry Rock rhythm.

PUSHED aptly describes what to do with the second Mode in Channel 1, and here you'll find the next region of gain. With a more stripped EQ, and just enough added drive, PUSHED invites aggressive Rock rhythm and Crunch styles to the party and even taunts your mid-gain solo work, especially in the 10-Watt Power setting.
Channel 2 features the iconic Recto high gain sounds in both their faces - The iconic liquid wall of VINTAGE and the aggressive fury of MODERN.

VINTAGE excels at thick, high-gain chording and single-note soloing with an elastic feel and a broad harmonic spread. It has a looser, more organic sound, and the overdrive drapes itself around the notes creating a huge, three-dimensional image. VINTAGE solo work is further enhanced by the 10-Watt Power position, were the attack envelope changes and becomes rounder and more voice-like, while upper harmonics recede slightly to create single note sounds of true beauty. VINTAGE and 10-Watt mode complement each other in ways that will open new doors for the Recto that were previously only available on more well-behaved or "cultured" amps. It may also surprise current big-power Recto owners who experience for the first time what this power range/wiring style does for a sound they had typecast.

MODERN is the opposite in every way. This aggressive Mode comes right at you--maybe even for you--with stunning attack and a hi-mid bump that keeps things percussive and tracking with hyper-accuracy. It's hard to believe that this amount of gain can be infused, yet still deliver with this much speed and definition, especially in bass frequencies. But this is pure Recto, and MODERN contributes an equal part to achieving its status as the other most recorded sound in Rock.

Needless to say, MODERN is all about all things Heavy and Metal. And while this sound is best demonstrated using the 25-Watt Power setting, be sure not to typecast MODERN too quickly. The 10-Watt Power setting sweetens the mids and softens the attack. It shows another side to MODERN that's more forgiving and vocal, creating a great alternate solo voice with a little more punch and dynamic content.

- All-Tube Fully Buffered Effects Loop and Long Spring Reverb:
The Recto-Verb 25 features Mesa/Boogie's famous independent channel controlled, all-tube, long-spring Reverb that widen the sound and sweetens the attack, which increases its versatility and appeal for players that use lower to medium gain in their style.

The Recto-Verb 25 also features Mesa/Boogie's all-tube, fully buffered Effects (FX) Loop wired in series to provide added flexibility and ease of use. But most importantly, Mesa/Boogie designed the Loop circuit for TONE! Mesa/Boogie actually invented the concept of incorporating an FX Loop into a guitar amplifier decades ago, and we've worked tirelessly to perfect it. It's important that the Loop enhances the overall tone of an amp rather than detract from it.

So whether you're rockin' out or putting the immense versatility of the Recto's four Modes to task on a variety of styles, you'll find inspiration and a huge fun-factor in these exciting, super-portable 1x12 Combo and Head packages. Experience Tone and Power that far exceed your expectations and completely defies the confines of its physical size.
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- Wattage: Multi-Watt 10 or 25 (Channel Assignable)
- Channels & Modes: 2 Channels / 4 Modes
- Mode Voicings styles: Ch. 1 = Clean or Pushed Ch. 2 = Vintage or Modern
- Graphic EQ, Reverb, FX, Solo: Reverb, FX Loop
- Foot switchable Functions: Ch. 1/2
- Weight: 19 Lbs.
- Dimensions: 7 1/2" H x 17 1/2" W x 9" D
- Amp Type: Tube
- Rectifier Type: Silicon Diodes
- Preamp Tubes: 6x Mesa 12AX7
- Power Amp Tubes: 2x Mesa EL-84
- Maintenance Free Fixed Bias: Yes
- Wattages Quick Reference: 10 or 25 Watts - Channel Assignable
- Power Amp Details Class Wattage: Mesa's Patented Multi-Watt (Patent 7,602,927) Power Amp, featuring Dyna-Watt technology, providing two power levels, each with different wiring configurations (Pentode/Triode) via two 10/25 Watt Power Switches: Choose from 2 power tubes operating in Class A/B Triode for lush harmonics and a sweet, liquid feel at lower volumes, producing 10 Watts or; 2 tubes operating in Mesa's proprietary Dyna-Watt Class A/B Pentode for maximum power, punch and clarity, producing 25 Watts
- Number of Style Modes: Four
- Number of Style Modes Per Channel: Two
- Channel Controls: Each Channel features Independent 2-Position Style Mode Switch, 10/25 Watt Multi-Watt Switch, Gain, Treble, Mid, Bass, Presence, Reverb (back panel) and Master Control
- Reverb Effects Bypass Options: All-Tube, Long Spring Reverb with Independent Channel Controls (back panel)
- Effects Loop Bypass Options: Fully Buffered Series FX Loop
- External Switching Jack Options And/or Midi: External Switching Jack for Reverb
- Speaker Outputs: One 8 Ohm and Two 4 Ohm
- Footswitch: Included - 1 Button Footswitch (Ch. 1/2)
- Slip Cover: Included - Fitted Slip Cover
- Cabinet Material: Marine Grade, Baltic Birch
- Finish: Black Bronco Vinyl
- Weight: 19 Lbs.
- Height: 7 1/2"
- Width: 17 1/2"
- Depth: 9"
Dimensions and Weight in Packaging
Base Item
Shipping Weight: 25.5 lbs
Shipping Dimensions: 21 x 15 x 11 in
Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): 2.RV25.AK

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 707-789-3348
Web: https://www.mesaboogie.com/support/index.html

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