MESA/Boogie JP-2C - John Petrucci Signature Mark IIC+ Official Demo

[@lawlypooper]

>Calls it crunch >Is actually facemelting distortion All is right in the world. Shred on, Mr. Petrucci.

[@zolhof]

16:02 "..now what shred does, it controls the rate of the Earth and how many people die in a minute around the world, which helps to add clarity, tightness and aggression to heavy riffs. Yes, I am your God."

[@mesaboogie]

Bwahahahaha +zolhof :D

[@XiyuYang]

Lol I see what you did there

[@randywilliams7958]

zolhof 😂😂😂

[@joshuaquiroz4892]

Why do I lol

[@dsvet]

It also opens soda bottles Pepsi Guitar Commercial from 1985 kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqPNp4iKm8ijjas

[@SmileNDenile]

I bet his blood pressure is 90/60. He is always so relaxed and soft spoken. A great, humble human being.

[@WholeLottaBulldog]

He should narrate audio books. His voice is velvet. And the amp is outstanding.

[@tsafanyoh]

HAHA He really does have a pleasant speaking voice.He would make a great teacher. Very calming.

[@teep3049]

Somehow I expected his voice to be MUCH deeper. And to talk about time travel and eating small rodents alive because they're good for the hands

[@brunopeixe7949]

I don't get tired of this man's voice

[@SirPraiseSun]

in calm Petrucci voice: if you dont play this solo 50 million notes per second by 2 weeks you will have to do 2000 pushups a day for a week

[@IcarusNadir]

The amp is amazing, and that price tag is astonishing.

[@mesaboogie]

Very clever, +DanielRDB :D. It does take a fair amount of effort and expensive parts to design and build a legitimate C+ reissue with three channels, 2 EQs, tube spring reverb and FX and a full fledged CabClone in good ol' USA. Compared to some single channel amps out there that are as much or more, hopefully some folks find some value in this amp. Appreciate the pun... :D

[@IcarusNadir]

+MESA/Boogie it's an amazing piece of work! It definitely deserves a decent price tag for that amount of work and dedication.

[@mesaboogie]

Thank you! +DanielRDB - And for the record, your reply - internet gold! :)

[@IcarusNadir]

MESA/Boogie Thank you, haha

[@guitarnerd_luke]

+MESA/Boogie The $-Price is fair, but 3900€ in germany and europe is outrageous...

[@szabiakanich]

Such a cool piece of kit and such a great host. I love how passionate John still is after all these years and how specific and meticulous he is about his sounds. The riff at 11:31 sounds absolutely fantastic. So fat and rich. Love it.

[@mesaboogie]

Agreed regarding great host, +Szabolcs Gergely - Thanks for the kind words! :D

[@tylersaltmarsh9025]

I love how often Mesa replies to comments on here and the classy way in which they do it. Make me even more inclined to look into one!

[@mesaboogie]

Thanks very much, +Tyler Saltmarsh! KZbin and videos are an important way for people to learn about our products and a great place to answer questions and take care of folks! Thanks for taking the time to share some kind words and let us know if we can help. :)

[@weselleymucik1702]

I've had this amp for 5 years and I still find new things to appreciate about it! John is elated in this video, you really get a sense of happiness over this amp he's very genuine.

[@ques4estas]

JP is one of the few shredders who actually takes time to perfect his tones. Amazing

[@gordontubbs]

I like it how the "Shred" switch is basically a "Djent" switch in disguise. lol

[@ralpherl5657]

Dude!!! I was just gonna say Djent/Ola with a Tubescreamer

[@sethaaronshumaker6184]

I’ve never thought of that. That’s fucking funny 😂

[@themodernguitarist]

I think Petrucci has a different definition of "crunch" than the rest of us.

[@wea69420]

Actually he didn't even turn up the gain, just played a little harder. That's what you get after years and years of eating small live mammals, good for the hands, y'know...

[@scorpionz44]

+Blu i think by crunch he just means rhythm channel

[@themodernguitarist]

+Daniel Chachanashvili Usually he refers to his rhythm tone as a "crunch tone". It's not just here I've seen him say it. I just find it odd since 90% of guitarists I've seen refer to a crunch tone as an AC/DC style mild breakup, and not something super-saturated like that.

[@Whyrendog]

+Blu Amps used to have clean, crunch, and lead channels back in the 80s, so we still refer to them as such even if they're not "crunchy." Unrelated: I like the Mark IV vs original MarkIIC Petrucci did for M/B a few years ago. The old amp sounds airy and uncompressed/full range & powerful. I don't hear anything like that in this amp, so it doesn't make sense to me the way this demo sounds almost exactly like the one done with the Mark IV. I hope someone can do a comparison and prove that these are identical to the old amp somehow, isn't that the point? Anyway. I LOVE Mesa/Boogie. But this should sound more like you would expect from the real thing. Otherwise just call it something else and it's still good, but not a MarkIIC.

[@themodernguitarist]

+VirtualLife Doesn't sound like a rocky crunch tone to me. Sounds like a heavy rhythm tone.

[@EpicGamin1]

Pertuccis explanation of the amp is as good as it gets. Mesa is very lucky to have him as a spokes person. He's got me sold!

[@AmineKouki]

The clean sound demo at 5:10 is so beautiful it made me want to cry. Such a beautiful tone. Perfect tone for my taste.

[@OTCRock4one]

Nobody knows his way around a Boogie like John! His tonal variations are remarkable!

[@vbdude006]

Mesa, and Mr. Smith, please never let the MarkIIC+ leave your lineup, ever!

[@lamargent5434]

As a French Marshall man, i discover recently Dream Theater (i knew that band before...i hear deeper since few months) i will have a Mesa some day. This amp is so precise. That's outstanding. The crunch is so dynamic.... Petrucci is gold, Mesa is legend.

[@TheGiarcC]

I love that he plays the opening riff to Our New World...so gooood!

[@wendelllanders8439]

Will have mine this Friday from GC!!!!

[@ironwolg]

Well, time to sell a kidney

[@liampellerin9696]

+Perry D My fist thought lol

[@joel20596]

+Perry D how much would one recieve for marketing said kidney?

[@liampellerin9696]

+Jason Suicidal I saw 262,000$

[@joel20596]

Liam Pellerin That's it im doing it!

[@MaGariShun]

Now imagine living in Europe where all Mesa amps cost twice us much just for the heck of it. Seriously, a Friedman brown eye costs less than this thing around here (about 4.3k $ after tax).

[@bifftop_johnny]

That clean sound is absolutely wonderful.

[@jared_s2]

He is such a fantastic player. He has clear control over every aspect of his job.

[@robertp330]

I've always used Boogies. Just incredible full sound. Love them, Thank you Randall Smith.

[@VRHB518]

Just traded my Mark V towards a JP-2C. While I loved the Mark V - the JP-2C just has me blown away. Midi and Cab Clone replaces some gear in my rig too - very nice touch. Great job and collaboration!

[@mesaboogie]

Congrats and thank you, +VRHB518! Hope it's exceeding your expectations. :)

[@theericbeaty]

Besides being a full-out tonefest, this is one of the best vids I’ve ever seen for explaining how to dial in tones and how each setting works to tighten your tones. Definitely with saving to favorites.

[@Nsypski]

I have owned this amp for about a few months now and it's simply incredible. I can spend so much time chugging some chords just to hear that signature mesa palm mute effect. It's so tight, and you hear all notes being distorted individually. You can also dial it in to be soooooo chunky. The tone is monstrous. Add to that the BITE that comes from the notes! Move onto lead and somehow the same amp can deliver just the most delicious creamy and sustainy tone. Finally not to mention, the build quality is superb (Made in the USA, baby). Out of the box it smells kind of like a new car smell, but a new amp smell. You can also feel the quality simply by adjusting the EQ. To anyone who's on the fence about this amp, stop thinking about it and just get it. It's quite possibly the best metal amp made to date. Pair it with a mesa v30 cabinet, a les paul or explorer with EMGs, and prepare to be shocked at the Metallica tone at your fingertips.

[@JaggerMurray]

I've been using mesa gear for 15 years now. Still own an original MK3 redstripe head. This demo is the ultimate amp IMHO. The possibilities of different sounds are endless. well done mesa boogie again!

[@snapascrew]

Clean 5:11 Crunch 11:32 Lead 15:01

[@StefanoMei]

You saved my life!

[@jessereyna7408]

The Stryper guys are long time Mesa users. they need a signature model. thanks mesa.

[@samcooper3956]

+snapascrew You forgot 16:21 = Drop tuned brutality

[@amplifiedguitartv3560]

+snapascrew great thanks

[@sukdufai4368]

The only video where I don't mind the talking. John is God.

[@ddivill]

15:20 .. Shout-out to Marty Friedman's Symphony of Destruction solo .. BTW nice amp!

[@nickv.7181]

Haha I just commented the same and then was scrolling down and saw yours. Nice catch!

[@markg2861]

These are the best amps made rn. They aren't cheap and shouldn't be. Been to the store in Hollywood and talked to a guy that worked there and he explained to me how much time goes into making them. Truly the best amps ever made.

[@roba1899]

One of the greatest guitarists to ever have graced the planet...humility and affability in adornment to his sheer virtuosity...

[@mesaboogie]

Beautifully said, +Rob A ! We fully agree. :) Thanks for taking the time to share such kind thoughts on a true guitar hero!

[@Dcyde_]

Cool name

[@checkeredpastlast4060]

Not only is this guy an amazing guitarist but a pitchman as well. I learned a lot that applies to any amp. You can tell he's super smart just by the way he communicates. He never stumbles over his words just like he never stumbles over his notes. I'm blown away by both the amp AND him. Just like Perry D. said. Time to sell a kidney. But I'm keeping both of mine...I wonder what I could get for my appendix?

[@SeanAsheOfficial]

Sounds incredible!!! Seems so responsive and also so full. Every note has a 'weight' to it.

[@kevinafterlife]

+Sean Ashe your album is incredible

[@SeanAsheOfficial]

+Kevin Robles Aw thanks man! all boogie, too :)

[@aleatoriac7356]

+Sean Ashe I really like the clean, and the cleans on the new album. It's the... "Jazziest" clean (for lack of a better world" I've ever heard JP use.

[@neilprakasam3398]

+Sean Ashe Got your album on Google Play because of Kevin's comment. Awesome! What boogie did you use? V?

[@SeanAsheOfficial]

+Neil Prakasam Wow, thank you for the support :) Rhythms were half Mark V and half Mark V25, all leads are the V25.

[@jonathanm9069]

We need to hear 2 riffs played on this amp: Master Of Puppets & Pull Me Under.

[@ChevelleMike71]

Yep!

[@michaelmireles7411]

@Greg Brown I’d like master of puppets

[@allsic]

Got mine today, a dream come true... thanks mesa boogie for making great products.

[@shavemymind]

Best amp of 2016 (so far). This thing is a beast.

[@fellipebarnabe]

+Oxygen Cube Hey, 2016 just started....

[@Siriusblck3]

+Fellipe Barnabé Alves (so far)..... lol xD

[@elijahfranksson775]

Connor Wallace YES.

[@powerslave7876]

Best amp of the 2010's decade lol

[@destossel]

Bought this amp in 2016 and it's simply the best amp ever for me. Great at bedroom volume and great for gigs and recording. Love it.

[@mesaboogie]

Thanks for the kind words, Doug and glad the amp is working well for you! Truly a BEAST of an amp. :D

[@jch5150]

Any new video with John Petrucci is pure You Tube Christmas for me, especially if he's doing a gear demo like this. Thanks Mesa!!!

[@JuanPabloContrerasC]

lol i read your name like Jason Hetfield (jason newsted+james hetfield xD )

[@EndeavorLeadGtr]

John Petrucci has such a signature sound and voice on the guitar, and he has been honing and improving it consistently as the years have passed. Serious respect!

[@jimbogoroth]

I Love my JP2c+🤓.. in my little world of amateur metal playing live in bars or doing home recordings I have the perfect Hetfield / Petrucci CRUNCH but I've always tried to get. These amps are worth every dime... I love my triple but this one takes the cake for me. Absolutely beautiful tone.. special thanks to you John for showing us a little tip on how to get started with the knobs.

[@beanofsteel]

Man this amps sounds amazing. Exactly what I expect from Mesa and JP

[@BoyAditya]

wow! finally mesa boogie release artist signature series!

[@CarloMinonni]

This amplifier is beautiful to the eyes and ears! And imagining the magical feeling that you can have in playing guitar with this wonderful instrument, I would add that it is also beautiful for the heart! Congratulation +MESA/Boogie and Mr. John Petrucci!!

[@mesaboogie]

Many thanks, +Carlo Minonni ! :)

[@Matt_Bryant]

11:30. Love the Our New World riff... just awesome. Great amp, and of course, an amazing player.

[@hadley101]

Everyone has been complaining for years to have Mesa release a 2C+ reissue and now all the complaints are that it's $2,500 for standard issue. Just a bit more than the Mark 5? Thank you Mesa Boogie, you just killed the Internet !

[@mesaboogie]

And you just won the comment section of this video, +hadley101 ! Thank you and thanks for watching! :D

[@jamesm5744]

Dream amp right here, congrats Mesa and Mr.Petrucci... Fantastic stuff..

[@LarryMarkel]

Been waiting for this video! Waiting for the wah demo next!

[@pedroribeiro3827]

Great video and, as always with Petrucci, a great lesson

[@marioagostini8726]

The best part is John’s talking. Such a sweet guy.

[@chrispeterson9447]

Welp... finally gave in to the temptation and bought one. They announced this beast like 2 months after I bought a Mark V. The tones in this video are mind-blowing to me, especially that massive rhythm tone at 00:49. Even though I have a Mark V (which is so far the best amp I've ever played, I love every mode of every channel) and recently acquired a 2 channel rev G Rectifier (amazing amp as well), I've been lusting after this head for 2 years now. Can't wait for it to get here. Definitely not going to work that day lol.

[@mesaboogie]

Congrats on the new amp incoming, Chris - and we hope it exceeds your expectations. Definitely a BEAST of an amp from the punch and clarity factor. Big Iron! Thanks for the kind words on the Mark V as well - definitely a library of amazing tones. thanks for your support and let us know if we can help with anything. Rock on!

[@backmaskmetal]

Sounds like my IIC+!!! Job well done guys! Amazing tones with John playing it especially.

[@_J3RK_]

Jesus just did the best amp demo I’ve seen in a while. I want that amp

[@ryankharl]

Thank you MesaBoogie, you made my dream come true. Now my Mark V is already for sale,

[@ronnieparfait]

I got my JP-2C in today and I love it, by far the best amp I ever owed. I screen shot JP's settings for clean crunch and lead and it's crazy how dead on my amp sounds compared to this video. Awesome amp I don't think is has a bad tone, I wish I had the fractal instead of my Helix for my fx tho, that would really rock my socks off.

[@mesaboogie]

Congrats on the new amp, Ronnie - stoked to hear it's working so well for you and thanks so much for the kind words! Rock on. :)

[@BrandonofRedemption]

This is the best amp I have seen in awhile. Boogies always slay. I just might sell my Dual Rec for this!

[@michaelkuschikuster]

I've got mine in November 2016 (and yes the limited version). It is really a monster and sounds astonishing. If you like the original 2c+ sound you have to check one out! I never have to buy another amp for heavy sounds. Thank you Mesa!

[@mesaboogie]

Thanks very much for the kind words, Michael and glad the JP2C is serving well. :)

[@mthao1832]

Gettin my limited back next week ! Grabbing two more just for fun then I’ll be into wizard amps or friedmans

[@keithclute66]

Man that clean sound makes me feel like I'm floating sounds amazing

[@ricklewis5804]

Keith Clute I think he’s got a chorus effect going on so is it still a “clean” sound?

[@MatDuJardin]

Shook the hand of GOD Petrucci! Still shocked, 5 years later... Thank you, now and then.

[@pwrmac7600]

You know all the time I have listened to JP, I never noticed how damn quick he is with that pickup selector. Like a Ninja!

[@enorbet2]

One feature I'd like to see for combo amps is a Factory Option for "Tilt-Back Legs". Given a decent PA capable of miking and supporting everything, and of course with a full monitor system, there no longer is a need for huge instrument amps since the PA can handle it better. One way that it is better is that monitors face each player and they can be setup so that no matter the venue your sound is only ~6 feet away. I have used a combo roughly Boogie sized with Tilt-Back Legs and set it in front of my mike stand essentially as a monitor. It still provided decent stage volume and what was lacking the PA took up. It was the best gigging arrangement I've ever had in that geez! my amp actually has highs and the consistency just set me free. Fast setup and awesome motivation/sonic feedback loop to make me play my best. Might be worth a Poll.

[@mesaboogie]

Great ideas, +enorbet2! We used to make a product called the kickstand but it never quite caught on. There's quite a few nice looking products out there for this kind of thing right now but we'll pass the suggestion on to the design team and let's see if they can come up with something! :)

[@Dream-Academy]

+MESA/Boogie I guess enorbert is suggesting built in legs on combo amp like some Fender Twins had way back? This would work on JP2Cs though lol, but could be an addon for say the 1 x 12 speaker boxes. A builtin option that could be added later is better than a standalone ... we already have enough shit to lug for gigs. Those that have roadies and guitar techs are in the minority and they could fabricate their own stage.

[@suspiciousdoge9yand104]

Virtuoso level guitar playing skill + premium gear like this = Petrucci

[@travismontgomery]

Wow! I'll be picking one of these up for sure.

[@Luxdg]

OK! What a sound!?!?!?! the midi function, cabclone d.i. and 2 separate graphic eq's are the killer features!

[@JohnUcol]

"Yes, I am your god. Anyways, check out my guitar rig." -John Petrucci

[@JeffersonvHamilton]

Well done Mesa. I own a Mark IIC+ that you guys just serviced and put into a new head cab. It's the best amp I've ever played through. Makes all other amps just sound plain silly.

[@AlexSherwood]

The most beautiful gain I ever listen!!! Congratulation Mesa Boogie, Congratulation J.Petrucci!!! #amazing amp

[@mesaboogie]

Thank you, +alex askonitis ! Much appreciated. :)

[@Jcaburianhimself]

All these fantastic features and it doesn't even control the temperature of the sun?? Congrats John on the amp! Mesa Boogie, you guys just about knocked it out of the park with this amp and more. Hopefully I can snatch one very soon!

[@mesaboogie]

Many thanks, +Jacob Caburian - We were working on the Sun Temp control. It'll be a rear panel feature... :)

[@gubbug9245]

17:00 " Now, Let me tell you about some real features, this dialysis machine will help you after you sell your kidney."

[@michellemcmurtry8571]

I have a soul to sell or trade!!!!???? I donated a kidney for a less superior amp!!! Damnit!!!!

[@continuum288]

Sounds like a really great sounding and all around versatile amp. Never had a Boogie before. I may look into it further. Thanks, John and Mesa..!

[@primusdude87]

The Clean demo would make a killer live intro for On The Backs Of Angels!

[@peteralerich6937]

Just bought one today after watching John's video this morning. The local mom and pop chain had a JP-2C head. I had not tried it yet. I walked in today and they had it marked down from $2500 to $1900 since it had been sitting unsold since the day it arrived. I ran it through its paces with a Charvel SoCal and I liked it. Still pricey but I bought it. Once I got it home connected to my Soldano 4x12 with G12H30's at proper volumes the amp came alive. This is the most "Un-Boogie" sounding Boogie I have ever heard. I gigged with a Mark IIC combo for a couple years back in the early 90s but it didn't sound *anything* like this. The clean channel is wonderful. Loud and full. The gain channels are muscular and very articulate without that normal Boogie "fizz" I am used to. Honestly, this amp in my room sounds much better than this video. If you like this video you will *love* this amp.

[@mesaboogie]

Congrats on the new amp, Peter! Appreciate the kind words and so glad it's exceeding expectations. It's a POWERFUL amp for sure and glad you're digging it. Rock on! :)

[@David.S.]

10:31 - Face peek at the door!

[@MrJKT1981]

That’s kinda freaky

[@JerryBaezAlchemus]

Oh my God! This is a dream come true! A Mark series amp with two identical drive channels and MIDI built-in!! I own a Roadster Combo (which sounds incredible), but I love the Mark sound way more. That tightness and how those 2nd and 3rd order harmonics pops up with ease. I want this so badly!!!

[@GiordanDrago]

So much yes in my life, in this moment.

[@steveg219]

I played the original back in the day and loved it. In recent years I have went with amps with midi control, this one could bring me back to Boogie

[@mesaboogie]

Great stuff, +Steve Greenberg - We are very excited to have MIDI implementation in the lineup! Thanks for watching. :)

[@edwinl6957]

Pure awesomeness + pure greatness = John Petrucciness

[@buckycore]

I love it. It does sound like the definitive Boogie from my past.

[@Cov_1991]

We have to admit, there's only one Petrucci. With him, all the amps are good!

[@meatchip4111]

That opening playthrough was freaking awesome

[@kyyeung5124]

You just can't stop listening to John's talking.

[@HansAaraas]

Seems like the perfect amp. Can't wait to try it.

[@Siriusblck3]

So.....when the 25w version will come out to us mere mortals? :p

[@neonether]

Crunch refers to an overdriven signal versus a clean signal. It's whatever amount of distortion used in the context of a song, specifically for rhythms used in a verse, chorus or other part of a song. It doesn't refer to some specific type of sound. Same thing with 'lead tone'.... refers to the context of a song. A lead tone doesn't have to have the most gain. Just as 'crunch' doesn't necessarily only mean 'light break up'.

[@TheManglerPolishDeathMetal]

Incredible sounding amp !!!

[@georgeoliverdavidthalman1091]

John if your reading this . It's a breath of fresh your discriptions & definitions. You really know your stuff and that's what will get me one day to buy if not your endorsed and created amp. Any Mesa Boogie products. Life by music⚡ Sincerely GT

[@erlikquadros5873]

I was like "Duuuuuude, this amp is amazing!", then I saw the Cab Clone built in!

[@FEAROWNAGE]

I will never get sick of watching this.

[@RealSebus]

mini version with mini price would be pleasing

[@b.j.taylor9576]

Nice demo. Simple, understandable, down to earth..made me feel like I was in my living room with a friend type atmosphere.

[@J-MLindeMusic]

I just came here to hear John playing.

[@DesBloke]

Every channel sounded great, crunch was aggressive and punchy, clean lovely, lead fantabulous.

[@zxkazuki]

majesty + markii c+ jp signature + a big hack = almost my car :)

[@dorianclini]

+igor hinokuma It must be quite an expensive one hahaha!

[@YMSHE]

Sell your car then. What are you waiting for?

[@dorianclini]

Jaymz Hetfield Going back with all that gear in the metro

[@WaltonsJoint]

I just went and played it earlier today and it was the greatest sounding amp I have ever played

[@mesaboogie]

Thanks, Brett! Glad you dug it and we appreciate the kind words! :)

[@Driftuner]

congratulations Mesa and JP for bringing out this amazing product! And people, before going mad about the price, just take a look at all the million features it has!!! some "boutique" little one channel amps (cough tone king cough two rock cough) cost even MORE than this...so stop bitching...

[@mesaboogie]

Thank you, +Pe Peroni ! It is a huge honor for us to have collaborated with John on this. After so many years of his loyal use of Mesa, this is the icing on the cake of an amazing, nearly 30 year story! :D Rock on...

[@Driftuner]

+MESA/Boogie yes i can only imagine how great it must feel! ive been following Mesas work and Johns work for a long time now, and seeing this amp come out is an amazing feel even for a regular guy like me... congrats again and keep up the good (best) work guys! cheers

[@bradcarter6286]

I loved Mesa/Boogie ever since I plugged into a Dual Rectifier all those years ago! I’ve never played a mark, but the rectifiers and the lone star are fantastic

[@josephrusso7069]

John's personality alone could sell you an amp.

[@ramsesbarrientos]

I own a Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier & a Mark V... The JP~2CII its a MUST HAVE... Great job MESA TEAM...!!!!!!

[@mesaboogie]

Thank you, +Ramses Barrientos - Amazing lineup of amps you have there. Thank you for your support! :D

[@DavidOakesMusic]

I need to learn that "Our New World" riff.

[@smacman68]

I just left the Sweetwater website and they have this for $2500 and the limited edition with a flame maple front panel with mother of pearl Boogie inlay and signed by John and Randall Smith for $3500. Throw in another $1200 for matching 4x12 cab and you have a budget friendly, great sounding amp that you can jam in your bedroom and make mom and dad proud!

[@mesaboogie]

:D

[@buckycore]

BTW: John is an amazing presenter.

[@mesaboogie]

Agreed! +John Nelson - There's truly great information in this video that applies to all Boogie, and especially all Mark Series amps! Thanks for watching. :D

[@bluesriffinb1746]

I will be buying this asap. Love Mesa Boogie and Dream Theater!