Andy Timmons, Doug West and the MESA® Mark Five: 25™ In-Depth

[@fivewattworld]

I really enjoyed the casual nature of this video.

[@foxmccloud9548]

I enjoy the casual nature of your mother sharing herself with everyone.

[@PapaHett]

I played one of these for five minutes in LA - unfortunately it was as good as I thought it would be. I bought one - and a cab, I spent the rest of my holiday figuring out how I was going to get it home.

[@takitezy7]

6 years later... so what happened? Please finish the story..

[@bmoneybby]

.... And

[@JetBeray]

@@takitezy7 He's still figuring it out..

[@8KilgoreTrout4]

I can just see from Doug's face that this is a man who absolutely loves his job, and has been that way for a long time. Good for you man

[@8KilgoreTrout4]

abdulah786 Lol I had to edit that. Gosh my mind sometimes, "Doug" not Adam. No Adams here even.

[@mesaboogie]

It's trueabdulah786 - He really does live it. That's why he's 'Tone Boy' here at Mesa. Thanks for picking up on that and taking the time to comment! :D

[@8KilgoreTrout4]

MESA/Boogie Well it won't be long until I become a Mesa minion. Got my signature JP7 couple months ago and I'm eyeing up an Mark V combo once I do some damage to my debt on the guitar.

[@fabianthio4011]

Doug is proud of his job.

[@mottosierra1372]

He is the guy from the video that make joy faces while he’s playing??

[@fubitz6496]

I'm sold. Kids can pay for their own college.

[@BenJBrandt]

Lolol

[@thinkpad20]

Under $1500, so this one ain't too bad actually.

[@ebbulk]

Unfortunately, in Europe, you won't get these for under 2100 dollar. :'(

[@Ron-fw6bm]

JUST under 15 hundy for a 25 watt amp....MESA can stick it. Too many great amps out there far cheaper to justify this.

[@BenJBrandt]

BLACK MAGICK obviously you've never played a mark I own now a mark v 25 head 35 Head and 90 combo. If you want to save money your going to hear the difference for those that get what a boogie does can justify it. They also have some of the best customer service of any bigger brand

[@mesaboogie]

Hi +Sean Conley - Man - thank you so much for the amazing feedback... On the video and the Mark Five: 25! :D It really means a lot to us when people share how our products create inspiration to want to play your instrument!!! Such an incredible testimonial and we genuinely appreciate it. Keep on rockin', thanks for the kind words and thanks for watching!

[@johnfritzenjr.1240]

MESA/Boogie Just got my triple crown! Amazing!

[@TheOfficialCaseMade]

I'm always like "Mesas are overrated, they're not THAT good." And then I watch videos like this and I'm like... THEY ARE THAT GOOD. And Andy's playing is just spectacular. He can highlight every nuance of this amp, that guitar, and their reaction together, seamlessly. And Doug, man, it's obvious how you can have such a phenomenal product when you have people that obviously LOVE what they do as much as he does. Mesa Boogie has thrived for so many years and throughout so many different styles of music not only because they sound great, but also because they're a company that is always listening to their customers and finding new ways to improve. Again, killer amp guys, and couldn't have made a better video to showcase it. I guess I'm sold on Mesa, after all!

[@258lemons]

Wow. Just to echo the other comments, this is one of the best demos of an amp I've seen in a long time. Fantastic playing and fantastic tone! I wish I could afford one haha! Maybe one day!

[@jrogersphoto]

In all seriousness, this is the best amp demo I have ever seen, and that's a big part of what I watch on KZbin. As a pro photo and video shooter, I can appreciate all those aspects as well. (even the truck noise at about the 4 minute mark of this video.. lol. I SO feel your pain, there). I have owned a rectoverb 50 and 2 Lonestars and a Cab Clone and Mesa has always answered any and all questions without hesitation and has some actual advice as well. I just sold the Lonestar and waiting on payment from a client and will be picking one of these amps up. I live about 75 miles from The Guitar Sanctuary, and have been to see Andy and the Mesa folks when they were there a while back. What a group of down to earth, customer-centered people. That truly goes for Mesa/Boogie, The Guitar Sanctuary and Andy. Some of the most approachable and helpful people I have ever dealt with.

[@BenJBrandt]

I got a mark v 35 because of this video and I keep watch it I've used the same dial settings that are shown and it sounds AWESOME. Do more demos with Andy!!! Definitely the best overview you guys have done

[@danyeo]

Just sounds incredible in all modes. Mesa hit a home run with this one.

[@J96Jacob]

It’s such a pleasure watching Andy play, as well as someone as enthusiastic as Doug spill the knowledge about the amps. Sounds amazing

[@torrid94]

Andy's phrasing is just so him no matter what amp he plays...amazing..

[@ryensmith]

Every gear demo with Andy Timmons turns into a lick-stealing session for me... he's so darn good. Anybody else wish there was a tab to all his gear demos? lol

[@mrsconley666]

MESA/Boogie I *LOVED* this video. Its very cool for a format, to see a "top shelf" Boogie Man giving a gear tour to an artist. I really enjoy this a ton. This is the best amp I have ever had in my life. The original video for this amp made me buy it right then and there. It is the best all around amp I have ever had. I just can't express that enough. I also loved it so much I told my buddy about it and he played it and sold his Bogner Uberschall in favor of the Mark Five: 25. I have put my other amps away. No need as they are heavier to carry, too loud, less versatile, and don't sound as good. I can have a Mesa 2X12 at my rehearsal space for practice and a Mesa 1X12 at home for playing and it has served me well. Thank you MESA/Boogie for making the best amp ever. Period.

[@guitar-phantom]

Is it loud enough to play gigs with a full band with a loud drummer? With a 1/12 or 2/12 cabinets?

[@AlexAlexanderLIVE]

Perfect Demo and flawless choice of player i love Andy Timmons Tone God !!!

[@Timanator]

Thank you Mesa Boogie, and all the engineers that and this possible. 20+ years of playing guitar, finally I have an amp that is wonderful even at low volumes. Love my Mark Five 25!

[@mesaboogie]

Thank YOU Slicefixer. We really appreciate the kind words and hope the amp continues to exceed your expectations and inspire you to play. Also glad to hear it's working well at lower volumes. :)

[@WS-bk7uu]

I'm thinking to get the Mark V 25 as my first tube amp, do you think I can get good bedroom levels? I'm worried at 10 watts it still might be a bit loud

[@sondoke]

@@WS-bk7uu I can get great bedroom tones out of my Mark III in the 85 watt mode, so I imagine getting good bedroom tones out of the Five 25 is easily doable. I have heard that the master volume on the 25 is much touchier than the 35, though. As in, the amp volume may jump drastically going from like 1 to 1.5… the 35’s MV supposedly has a much more gradual increase in volume as opposed to a sudden jump. Both models have a headphone out, so you can still crank it and not disturb your neighbors. Opinions differ on the sound quality of the headphone out, but It’s a great option to have.

[@WS-bk7uu]

@@sondoke Thanks for the tips. I came close to getting it but opted for a Fender Vibro Champ as wanted something a bit simpler for my first tube amb, but would love to try a Mesa Boogie in the future

[@nassrain]

One of the best sounding amps i have heard in a long time its pure class.

[@bucketfeet6570]

Man, I've watched this 100 times. Best combination of great guitar player and amazing engineer

[@banditgrovmalet]

Love Andys noodling on the clean sounds. Could listen to it for hours.

[@sweetstonegypsy6673]

the compression on the video mic is smothering the reverb at 9:53-9:57.. but I am mesmerized by this great video and now lean strongly toward getting this amp. bravo Andy.

[@IggyBing]

Sounds incredible. Hard to comprehend this video and the Petrucci one are the same amp: each player's style and guitar choice shine through - the amp doesn't hide anything.

[@mikemorrison3791]

I feel like Mesa should send me one to demo - so the rest of the world's very very average guitarists can tell how they might sound through this. Andy could sound good through a transistor radio

[@i.c.y.]

🤣👍

[@nicolasrivera5310]

Its safe to say this is the best dam demo of the Mark Five: 25™ to date, well done Mesa, well done.

[@mesaboogie]

Very much appreciated,Nicolas Rivera - Thanks for watching! :D

[@obicross]

MESA/Boogie you got the RIGHT player to demo this :) andy FTW!!!!

[@Diy-fever]

Nicolas Rivera did you hear Petrucci's demo? :)

[@nicolasrivera5310]

***** Yes, but this one smokes it out of the water!

[@Diy-fever]

Nicolas Rivera both great IMO, depends on the taste. Cheers

[@BrokenFusion72]

Andy is an awesome player and Doug is an expert on dialing this amp in. This video is a great lesson on how to work with this amp and has been a great help opening up the tones in this little beast. Great Job!

[@mesaboogie]

Many thanks, +BrokenFusion72 and glad this video helped you get some more sounds from this little tone machine. :)

[@cardbored_]

Best sounding Ibanez I've ever heard... Oh, that's Andy nevermind.

[@markpfeffer7487]

Looks like Joe barden s deluxe pickups too

[@EdwardRenas]

Theyre Dimarzio

[@iganpparamarta8813]

Ibanez sucks. They need Vai, Timmons, and Satriani to make their guitars sound good.

[@christhorn9273]

Fabulous tone . Get a load of George benson he sounds fabulous as well

[@wea69420]

@@iganpparamarta8813 maybe you just make every guitar sound shit lol

[@sgperformer]

To really appreciate the beauty of this demo and Andy’s extraordinary playing, one must listen through studio quality headphones....oh the joy!

[@scottkernperry]

I just aquired one of these, and it is AWESOME!!!! I''ve heard some of these guys on u-tube claim this head to be a practice or bed room volume-style amp, and they can't be further from the truth! Don't let the size of this head fool you. I've played some venues, that you wouldn't believe headroom and different tone you can get out of this amp, without loss of clarity, tone and volume! Please, for the bedroom player to the gigging musician, give this a spin! And once you check out the price point of one of these, you'll be blown away! I've been a Boogie player for years, and I need not argue with anyone about Mesa- Boogie's validity in any way, shape or form, just go to your nearest Mesa dealer. I promise, you'll be blown away!!!

[@mesaboogie]

Huge thanks for the kind words,Scott Perry! So glad that you're finding the Mark Five: 25 both giggable and bedroom friendly. We've always felt it handles both well with the EXTREME loud volume stuff maybe needing some reinforcement. BUT - the mini amps really do cover nearly 90%+ of the gigs people do. Just gotta check it out to believe it! Thanks again!

[@guitar-phantom]

Is it loud enough to play gigs with a full band with a loud drummer? With a 1/12 or 2/12 cabinets?

[@BradleyOverton]

I bought this amp after watching this video my mind was made, best amp Ive ever owned, 2 years gigging every weekend and going strong still sounds amazing.

[@guitar-phantom]

Is it loud enough to play gigs with a full band with a loud drummer? With a 1/12 or 2/12 cabinets?

[@BradleyOverton]

@@guitar-phantom ​​⁠ I gigged with a pretty loud drummer, and it was fine. I did a dep gig with a particularly loud keyboard player, and that was the only time I remember having it on nearly full and it was mega loud .

[@guitar-phantom]

@@BradleyOverton Thanks for the reply!

[@dezmonseth674]

My goodness I can listen to this all day!

[@jhesbol]

I own this awesome amp, and am so thankful that Andy and Doug made this video. The tonal variations are endless on this amp, and this video has given me a good idea of where I need to be for my purposes. Thank you, Mesa Boogie!

[@mesaboogie]

Awesome,Jonathan Hesbol - This is exactly the kind of thing we hoped this video might do. :) Thanks for the kind words and keep on rockin'!

[@greekfreak1980]

I could watch Andy Timmons play all day long,plus extra thumbs up for playing ''The Loner'' by Gary Moore. P.S. The amp isn't too shaby either. ;-)

[@mesaboogie]

Garey Moore FTW!***** :D

[@Eefaux]

greekfreak1980 Only recently listening to more Andy Timmons. Love the Gary reference. Shame MESA can’t spell his name!

[@StelAndre]

BRUTAL tone!!! Insanly good!!

[@bluesman209]

I've had mine for a month now. Combined with my 2X12 Port City OS cab, the tones are unreal. You guys really hit a homerun with this one. Nice job!

[@Guitarjedi9]

Cool! Want to buy one too. How does it work live? Is it enough volume?

[@guitar-phantom]

Is it loud enough to play gigs with a full band with a loud drummer?

[@djensen5836]

What a superb demo. I always wondered why there were so many switches on a Boogie, compared to a Fender. This demo thoroughly explains the Mark Five:25. Now I'm counting the days until I can buy one.

[@ClamsAnonymous]

God damn Andy Timmons is a tasty guitar player.

[@SeanAsheOfficial]

This sounds amazing. Really can't wait to try one of these

[@noelzhu1986]

***** Andy can make any amp sound amazing...

[@fieldhippy3663]

This is the best demo I recall seeing to date! Helluva nice job guys! Thanks for the info you give in this, verbally as well as having a great player play this great amp. And you go about it quickly and very professionally. Serious good job

[@mesaboogie]

Many thanks, +Field Hippy - It was a great time to capture and share. Lots of experience with amps and great tone combined in this video between those two. Thanks for watching! :)

[@kommi1974]

The bar has been set so high here, that I don't think any other review of gear can possibly top what has been done here. Andy is just phenomenal and that amp is just GODLY. My next amp. Period. Bravo to the highest level. This was such a well put together video and the sound quality is just amazing. Well done MESA!!!

[@mesaboogie]

Very kind words,kommi1974 - Thank you so much! And thanks for watching... :D

[@dfifty2]

The dynamic of this amp is insane. Wunderfull tone, thanks a lot for demo this

[@mesaboogie]

Thanks for watching, +dfifty2 ! :D

[@MHoffp57]

Ordered mine today. Andy Timmons makes this amp sound incredible.

[@mesaboogie]

Congrats, MHoff - We hope the amp exceedcs your expectations. Please let us know if you have any questions and thanks for the kind words.

[@MHoffp57]

It certainly has exceeded my expectations. I tried a Hughes and Kettner Tubemeister, but sent it back to Sweetwater because I didn't like it at all..I ordered the Mark V 25 to replace it and so far it covers every tone I could ever possibly want. For those that doubt the volume of a 25 watt head - this thing is a MONSTER on my 4x12 cabinet.

[@rockingstar3534]

Great amp and nice playing from Andy..One of the few players who always play guitar with a great smile..always enjoy his playing!

[@JamesMaurer]

I could listen Andy noodle all day. This is what happens when a great player meets a great amp, guitar and tone. Magic!

[@DipendraBagchee]

Thanks again for these amazing walk throughs of your amps. Having a great player like Andy with an expert on the amp like Doug provides such valuable insight into all the great tones in the amp. Love it!

[@mesaboogie]

Thanks,Dipendra Bagchee! Some really great tones and tips in this one. Thanks for the kind words!

[@MsPandaHime]

This is exactly what you needed! Most definitely, you need to know how John Petrucci handles this beast, but this kind of versatility is what really makes mark V 25 a gem in my opinion, so good job!

[@johndillingerremixes]

This is what every amp demo should be! Great sounding amp.

[@nunomellomusic]

Wow!!! Fantastic!!! I couldn't imagine Mesa amp is so versatile! It's perfect from clean to high gain, that little great machine can deliver really beautiful and inspirong tones. Doug and Andy were really great demoing this! Awesome guys!

[@mesaboogie]

Thanks for the kind words,Nuno Mello - Much appreciated!

[@rangerdoc1029]

I wish clean & crunch were on separate channels. Hell, I'd love a Stiletto 25 head.

[@cemsarioglu5947]

Today I’m going to the local guitar store to try one. The best amp video ever. Both Andy and Doug are great to take the best out of the amp.

[@Goynes42]

So cool to watch my friend Andy do his THANG through this awesome amp! I used to play through an Express 5:50 head, but had to sell it for money reasons years ago. But just the other day I played through the Mark V:25 at the Guitar Sanctuary in McKinney, and it followed me home...well, actually, it followed me straight to my gig that night! Trial by fire on a gig, and let me tell you...it's the best amp I've ever owned, by MILES. It does everything and does it all so well. You guys at Mesa continue to amaze me. To anyone considering this little gem: Buy it. It sounds great across the board, it's light, it has the Cab Clone DI which is fantastic, and it's built like a tank. Best money I have ever spent on gear.

[@7betrayer]

Andy's expressions and pull-offs almost seem to go hand in hand with Mesa's engineering. His unique playing style can easily exploit an amp's sonic weakness, but Mesa keeps the sustain and harmonic in the pocket, which is where Andy's vibe lives. Kudos and thanks for the video.

[@mesaboogie]

Awesome takeaway,Eric Rose - Thanks so much for watching! :D

[@Bowlch]

If I had a dollar for each time Doug West shrugs his shoulders in this video, I STILL couldn't afford this amp :(

[@jokum2019]

+Bowlch haha me too

[@Bowlch]

Jokes on me... A year later I bought a Lonestar! Thanks Mesa Boogie! :D

[@CapMguitar]

If you wore a tee shirt two sizes too large, you'd be shrugging too.

[@jammergreg]

Very versatile! And Andy’s playing 16:49 is off the charts.

[@MM-gn2rd]

This video made my buy my MK V 25. Best amp ever!

[@TruthSurge]

tbh, I liked the non-EQ kind of more. Those mids are where guitars live and it sounded so sweet w/o the EQ and reminded me at times of a Satriani tone.

[@longhornbeck1990]

Just a great vibe and conversation.... They both are top notch..and a little baked if you ask me.... Andy is my favorite by a mile...and a better dude to boot..and he's local!!! Looking for the Mesa 25 now...

[@thewilythylacine]

Just a great video. I've owned some Boogies in the past (Quad preamp and Fifty/Fifty, and a DC3), and when my situation settles down (world traveling light at the moment), this amp is on the top of my "necessity" list now. Thanks for the thorough run through.

[@johnlewallen2836]

Wow, easily one of the best amp demos I have ever watched. Love the amp too!

[@MRxr400]

firstly, amazing sounding amp. What I love about boogies is the amazing core tone before any effects are used. you could rock up with guitar and amp only and not feel restricted in tone, and even free to rely on your fingers and guitar to create different tones. I loved the mark 1v I used to have, very organic harmonically, though found a single recto-verb had such a great core tone easily to dial and leave for almost all gigs. This little amp sounds big, the way I like 6l6 power. Nice work Mesa and one day I may add to my arsenal, though the single rec will never leave my side. been a long time since I moved solely to Mesa as my choice of amp.

[@mesaboogie]

Thanks so much for the kind words,Scott Mac - Glad to hear the Single Rectifier is workin' well for you. That amp is a diamond in the rough... ;)

[@whatisanamelol]

This sold me on the Mark V 25. Doug West comes across as a really nice guy too, bet he has a tonne of stories from the old Mesa days

[@dfifty2]

Andy Timmons + Mesa Boogie = World Class !! Nothing more to say.....

[@mesaboogie]

Thank you, +dfifty2 - Much appreciated!

[@jboh2112]

Buying one of these very soon. Needless to say I have watched this video at least twice a day in anticipation.

[@mesaboogie]

Awesome! +jboh2112 - Look forward to one finding its way to you!

[@mushkamusic]

Finally! Great playing on an amp demo. Sounds awesome, thanks guys :)

[@nankleflank5645]

I love the dual thigh slap around 16:00

[@NuZTheRockerOFFICIAL]

1 year owner right here. this amp is a true jewel.

[@mesaboogie]

Thank you, Nunzio! Glad the amp is working well and we hope it serves you well for years to come! :D

[@guitar-phantom]

Is it loud enough to play gigs with a full band with a loud drummer? With a 1/12 or 2/12 cabinets?

[@VDRoadster]

What i like more (obviously the sounds that you get in every mode you dial in are marvellous...but not a surprise coming from the mesa camp though) about this video and the other one with John Petrucci is the way that Doug West knows every single corner of the little box (seems like he knows a bit about music too lol), looks so proud of the work done and is happy with what comes out of the amp. The giant musician that Andy Timmons is also helps a lot....probably the best person to have testing your amp (again along with petrucci) tone and expression wise. Made my day. Thanks!

[@mesaboogie]

Man, many thanks, +Víctor Durán - So glad you're digging it and thanks for the exceptional kind words. Rock on! :D

[@TobyKBTY]

So many new amps have come along, but this remains my dream amp. Nothing says versatility and TONE like this!

[@AhmadSleeq]

ive always dreamed of owning a Mesa boogie, you guys are truly the best wish you all the success !!

[@veritechc]

Watching Andy play is a true honor. I use a Helix but man that amp sounds amazing!

[@LevitatorMusic]

This is a great way to demo an amp. Someone who really understands the amp going through settings while someone who really knows how to use those settings plays.

[@TheFlatPancakeTheory]

Hoping to pick one up very soon! slowly but surely saving!

[@mesaboogie]

Nice, Jordan. Look forward to hearing back from you when you get it on how it sounds! :D

[@Snowy0123]

I've pulled the trigger on the Mark 5 25 head and now I'm just waiting on Sweetwater to get some more in stock. Owning a Boogie has always been a dream of mine. Gonna be a long few weeks.

[@mesaboogie]

CONGRATULATIONS,Brian Jewell!!! So great and welcome to the Mesa family! Let us know if you have any questions and hope it provides decades of musical inspiration. :D

[@racerx3065]

Are you still enjoying your Mark V??

[@BlackPalmPincushion]

This video is a great tutorial on Mark V settings. I'm taking notes.

[@GearGasms]

Brilliant demo of an equally brilliant amp! Amazing sounding !

[@mesaboogie]

Many thanks, Alan! Appreciate the kind words. :)

[@OnurNarin]

The happiness they got from the guitar tone made all of mine troubles forget. And great video and sound! Fantastic

[@mesaboogie]

Thanks, Onur - glad you enjoyed it! :)

[@scuzbox]

Just played the first 2 gigs with my Mark V35. I haven't needed to switch up from the 10 watt mode yet. This amp is plenty for any gig. Once again thanks for such a great amp. Cheers!

[@mesaboogie]

Great news, +Chris O'Rourke - Thanks for sharing that. Most people find PLENTY of power with the smaller Mark series amps. Glad to hear it's going well. Rock on! :)

[@SweeetJohnny]

Why "Boogie" sign on head is blured while camera is wide (from the right angle)?

[@alexanderquentingoldovsky2353]

You are doing great guys, we support you! And Andy, the king of the Tone, couldn't choose a better player to illustrate the possibility of this amp!

[@renoman_]

Fun video !!! Doug and Andy seem to be having a great time !!!

[@peppierecords7208]

Just love the way he is enjoying andy’s playing

[@aleatoriac7356]

This is awesome, I still have my Mark V and a Rectifier 2x12, even though I mostly use the AxeFX... Nothing does everything the Mark can do... I loved hearing what Mr. Timmons was playing, nicely done, thanks for sharing this

[@mesaboogie]

Thanks for the kind +CodeStation ! Much appreciated. :)

[@Swampster70]

I love my little 5:25 head and as exceptional as the videos from Andy Timmons and John Pertrucci sound, they really don't do this little amp all the justice it truly deserves. Those videos capture the tonal capabilities possible with different guitars but don't demonstrate how reactive the amp is. I haven't played an amp before where pickup type, volume setting or how hard you pick the string is so important and really defines the sound. It's like the amp is a musical instrument that's played by the instrument that you're playing. It makes you play better, with more passion, just so you can get "that" tone. My only regret is that I didn't wait a while longer to get the 5:35 with the additional features. My saving grace is that I got the 25 watt amp rather than waiting for the 35 watt head. My audiologist, wife, windows and neighbors are happy about that. Something this small has no right to be this loud. Conversely, even when the volume is just a hair off zero, where you can still hold somewhat of a conversation, you still get a lot of those great tones.

[@mesaboogie]

Thanks so much for the incredible kind words, +Swampster70 ! We always love it when people get the sound AND the feel. Fantastic! So glad the Mark Five: 25 is working well for you. Let us know if we can help with anything! :)

[@mesaboogie]

Great stuff, +Swampster70 - So glad you're getting the goods from the amp. :) We absolutely do factory tours. Monday through Thursday, 9am-5pm. Ideally, call and make an appointment but if youre in the area, come check us out and we'll show you around! Thanks again for all the kind words. :)

[@Swampster70]

Having had the amp for over a year, the love affair is still there. Channel 2, Mark IV mode, gain just past noon and the volume up around 1 o'clock and it's just heaven for lead tones. I find that after 12 o'clock on the volume, it doesn't get louder, the tone gets "fuller" for lead playing. There's a magic about this amp that I've not had with any other, even the big Mark V. This lil' amp does everything apart from fill a big room. If I could guarantee every place we played I'd be mic'd to the PA, this would be the only amp I'd own. Every time I think I need more 'stuff', I just come home, plug in the frankenstrat with the EMG HetSet and let it wail. Guitar, EMG battery box and the amp - that's it. I can live with the fact that I'll go through EL84's every few months as the tone is just so damned good. My friends say I'm silly living with an amp that chomps power tubes every few months but I think of it this way: if you had a supermodel as a girlfriend, you'd carry spare condoms and enjoy the ride whenever possible, right? Channel 1 - lunchbox from heaven. Channel 2 - lunchbox of the apocalypse. If my amp is faulty and is causing the amp to chomp tubes every few months, I ain't taking it in to get "fixed" just in case that magic disappears. You don't become 'one with the amp', that little box possess you like demons in a horror movie and makes you play like you sold your soul to the devil.

[@tommyking6993]

@@Swampster70 just to note, I've had my 25 nearly 3 years an still on original tubes....... so u may have an issue...... doubt ull lose the magic by getting it looked at. I'm in the UK though if that makes a difference to the power sections

[@Swampster70]

Tommy King How hard do you drive the amp? I’ve reverted to not using it in a band situation (volume around the 2 o’clock mark) to where it’s competing with a fairly hard hitting drummer and I have no issues with the tubes since.

[@pbbeck01]

Just picked up this amp yesterday. Couldn't be happier!

[@AnthonyFerguson01]

This is a wonderful demo. Andy and Doug should do all the Mesa amp demos -- that would be fantastic!

[@bobcagey464]

Killer demo. Helped convince me to go for this head. Glad I did. Love Andy's playing. Interesting in that his tone comes through regardless of the amp. Extremely versatile head and the light weight is insane.

[@mesaboogie]

Thanks, Bob and congrats. Glad to hear the amp is serving well and thanks so much for the kind words.

[@hemmelight]

Andy is without a doubt my favourite player. Just the best.

[@stickman55100]

Fantastic demo of an amazingly versatile amp and Andy is a phenomenal talent!

[@canaan_perry]

I'm a Rocket 44 owner/player but man this video has some amazing tones. I like all the variation on the clean channel. Mark IIc mode alone seems like a good enough reason to get one of these.

[@fordsrestorations970]

I live live in concert 14 straight years and I can actually smell that amplifier coming through my screen watching this !!.... Humble Pie cooking..... it is 2023 now and I will probably have to put one of these in my collection.

[@glennhecker4422]

Very informative tutorial. Goes into a lot of depth on tone-shaping tips and how to take MAXIMUM advantage of the potential versatility you have at your fingertips. Think this might be my dream amp! I must try it firsthand to confirm... but I think this might be The One.

[@hannesolivier204]

I was roadie for a band and the lead guitarist used this with a 4 cable method coupled with a BOSS GT-Pro together with a Schecter(‘59 + JB). The tone from that setup is still in my all time favourites 🔥🔥🔥

[@ironz18]

That Crunch mode sounded flatout amazing. I'm going to have to check one out.

[@garyballard723]

It would be nice to hear the amp without all the pedals. Seems to be all about Andy tone.

[@glennhecker4422]

This amp covers ALL the sounds I want and desire so much. ALL of them. I am STUNNED. And it's capable of being reduced to "not blow your head off/not get kicked out of your development" levels, presumably without loss of tonal richness. I will surely try one to confirm my suspicions that this might (as stated below) just may be The One.

[@mesaboogie]

Thanks for the kind words, Glenn! Let us know if you have any questions. We'll be glad to help!

[@marswabisabi8918]

This video is a winner ! A demo like it should be: a little bit of explanation and at least 70% of playing. Very good review, a wonderful top notch amp, wonderful player and a very good "moderator" Mr West. But let's be honest, Andy Timmons would make any amp sound wonderful !

[@mesaboogie]

Thank youMars Wabisabi ! Appreciate the kind words, and yeah... we kinda have to agree. :)

[@LarsBauer74]

awesome! I love Timmons' playing and tone! love the sounds he is getting with this amp! WOW!

[@roba1899]

I absolutely love how much fun these guys are having together...nevermind the 'rock star' gear :)

[@jornvallis8051]

I've looked at Mesa as sort of the gold standard of amps for several years now. There's so much you can do with their amps, it's really quite amazing. One of my heroes is John Petrucci aswell, so he essentially introduced me to the sound of Boogie. At 25 watts it's much more affordable than alot of their other amps, which says alot given it's over 2K where I live. You get what you pay for most of the time though and this is obviously most of the time in this case.

[@RudyAyoub]

Jorn Vallis you do get what you pay for, and possibly even more with mesas

[@nicolasguillkoweiti]

Ever since I saw this video I knew I had to have one. I've had it for about a week with a 2x12 now. Sounds immense, like no other amp out there. Beautiful job mesa

[@mesaboogie]

Congrats and thanks so much, Guilloux. Hope the amp exceeds your expectations and provides great tones and possibilities for years to come. Thanks so much for the kind words. :)

[@slickcross]

Wow. Everyone puts Mesa in the Metal amp team. But these amps seems to fit all needs. Great demo.

[@TheWhocares233]

This video was what convinced me to purchase one.

[@mesaboogie]

Hope the amp is serving well, TWC! :D

[@liampellerin9696]

Great video! I love Andy and love the Mark 5-25!