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Mesa/Boogie Recto-Verb 25 Tube Amp Head 10/25 Watts

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Introducing the Recto®-Verb™ Twenty-Five Head. These are the Reverb-endowed, fraternal-twins of our 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. 

Multi-Watt™ Power Unveils the Unique Voice of  EL-84 Power
Recto-Verb Head with 1x12 Slant Mini Rectifier Extension Cab in Orange Vinyl, Cream and Tan Grille and Black Piping and Corners. Recto®-Verb™ Head with 1x12 Mini Rec Slant Extension cab in custom option Orange Vinyl, Cream & Tan Grille and Black Piping & Corners. We 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 us 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 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

Recto-Verb 25 Sound Modes
Channel 1 focuses on rhythm sounds, both clean and overdriven, via the CLEAN and PUSHED Modes. 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.

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.

Reverb
All-Tube Long Spring Reverb with independent channel controls accessed via the rear panel.

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 compliment 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. This is a new and exciting face of Recto and it will surely expand its stylistic footprint.

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.

effects loop
All-Tube Buffered Effects Loop Wired in Series - Mesa/Boogie® invented the concept of incorporating an “FX Loop” into a guitar amplifier decades ago and we’ve worked tirelessly to perfect it.

All-Tube Fully Buffered Effects Loop and Long Spring Reverb
The Recto-Verb 25 features our 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 our all-tube, fully buffered Effects (FX) Loop wired in series to provide added flexibility and ease of use – But most importantly, we 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.

So whether you’re rockin’ out or putting the immense versatility of this new 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. Visit your local Mesa/Boogie® Dealer and get yourself plugged-in to the amazing Recto-Verb Twenty-Five!

Includes 1 Button Footswitch (Ch. 1/2) and fitted slip cover.
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Phone:  707-778-6565 Warranty:  Limited Five (5) years for amplifiers and cabinets. Speakers used within your MESA amplifier or cabinet are warranted for three (3) years, while all included light bulbs, vacuum tubes, batteries, cables, and accessories are warranted for six (6) months; Limited One-Year Pedal, Signal Management Products and CabClone Warranty

Product Specifications

MESA/Boogie Recto-Verb 25 Tube Amp Head Specifications
  • Amp Type: Tube
  • Chassis Material: Aluminum
  • Rectifier Type: Silicon Diodes
  • Rectifier Tubes: n/a
  • Variac Power Switch: n/a
  • Preamp Tubes: 6x Mesa 12AX7
  • Power Amp Tubes: 2x Mesa EL-84
  • Bias Switch for Alternate Power Tubes Types: n/a
  • Maintenance Free Fixed Bias: Yes
  • Wattage(s) Quick Reference: 10 or 25 Watts - Channel Assignable - See Power Amp Details for more information
  • Built-In Power Amp Attenuation: n/a
  • 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
  • Convection or Fan Cooling: Convection
  • Number of Foot switchable Channels (or Modes): Two Channels
  • Number of Style Modes: Four
  • Number of Style Modes Per Channel: Two
  • Types of Style Modes Per Channel:
    • Ch. 1 = Clean or Pushed
    • Ch. 2 = Vintage or Modern
  • 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
  • Graphic EQ and/or Contour: n/a
  • Reverb / Effects & Bypass Options: All-Tube, Long Spring Reverb with Independent Channel Controls (back panel)
  • Effects Loop & Bypass Options: Fully Buffered Series FX Loop
  • Global Output Level Control: n/a
  • Global Solo Level Control & By passable Options: n/a
  • True-Bypass Options: n/a
  • Tuner Output: n/a
  • External Switching Jack Options and/or Midi: External Switching Jack for Reverb
  • Speaker Outputs: One 8 Ohm and Two 4 Ohm
  • Cabinet Simulation - Direct Live/Recording Output: n/a
  • Headphone Output: n/a
  • Slave Output: n/a

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