Mesa Boogie JP-2C Limited Edition (Only 325 Made) Amplifier Head - 2.M2C.LTD
JP-2C™ LIMITED EDITION, ONLY 325 AVAILABLE, A RARE OPPORTUNITY TO OWN A CUSTOM IIC+
The JP-2C™ Limited is a custom IIC+™ that pulls in an enhanced feature set born from our collaboration with John over a period of three decades of research and development. The Limited Edition is a custom limited run version, limited to 325 worldwide, built to an exclusive, one time only specification.
Much like a race car or fighter jet, the JP-2C strips down to bare essentials to get the job done effectively, in the simplest way. It’s a purpose-built, no compromise rendering that aims at one single goal; deliver the most aggressive, purest sounding IIC+ EVER in a versatile package that delivers the goods to meet John’s recording and stage needs. All Things Heavy! But more specifically; the highest headroom Clean sound possible, a Crunch rhythm that has Lead Channel gain available, but is tight, grinding and articulate, and the ultimate Boogie® Lead Channel with access to even more saturation and the ability to track any technique and speed while also reaching to the stratosphere for single note solos.In that spirit, unlike other MESA amplifiers, the JP-2C foregoes the concept of multiple voicing Modes derived from other MESA circuits and instead dedicates each of the three Channels exclusively to circuit voicing’s of the MARK IIC+, including the new SHRED Mode, which further enhances the top end harmonic layering of the original IIC+ Lead Circuit.CHANNEL 1 - DEDICATED TO CLEANChannel 1 is dedicated to Clean sounds and is optimized for the maximum headroom possible in the preamp section. Power section clip may be employed to attain some degree of overdrive in Channel 1, albeit at very high volumes due to the 100/60-watt rating of the JP-2C power section. Additional “drive” may be sought in the upper region of the MID control (above 12:00 noon) as the MID pot employed here is the same value and taper as our MID/BOOST control found on some of our newer MARK SERIES amplifiers. However, increased headroom in the preamp reduces the amount of overall “gain-boost” available as compared to our other amplifiers with this feature. This fact renders this more powerful MID control as just that… a MID that has increased range to add more midrange frequencies and a “cleaner” gain-boost into the mix.CHANNEL 2 – EVOLUTION OF THE ORIGINAL MARK IIC+ CIRCUITChannel 2 is the JP-2C’s Crunch generator. This Channel is all about aggressive, tight overdriven rhythm sounds delivered with amounts of Gain usually associated with Lead Modes or Channels. It IS in fact a Lead Channel… the LEAD Channel from the MARK IIC+ in its original state circuit-wise. The setting of the Gain has been optimized for its performance in this category of sounds and though it can definitely be used for Lead sounds of all kinds, it is perhaps the best choice when dedicating a Channel in the JP-2C to Crunch rhythm work.To achieve the most famous, now classic MARK IIC+ grinding rhythm sounds in Channel 2, you can now employ one of two 5-Band Graphic Equalizers…yes, here in the JP-2C, you have a separate EQ for each of the high gain Channels! This means greater flexibility and improved accuracy when crafting your sounds and allows you to arrive at a truly no-compromise set of sounds for both rhythm and lead! This was something that was impossible on the original MARK IIC+, hence the fact that many top Artists of the day used two MARK IIC+s and a Midi switcher (also contained here) in a rack system to call up dedicated amps with different settings for each sound.In both Channels 2 and 3 of the JP-2C, we have removed the VOLUME 1 Control and the LEAD MASTER control from the Panel Layout as compared to the LEAD Mode of the original MARK IIC+ in favor of user simplicity. The LEAD MASTER is a largely redundant control here in the JP-2C and its setting has a very minimal role in the sound. The VOLUME 1 is a bit more sensitive and critical, and here in the JP-2C it is preset internally (as we did in our MARK V) to its optimum setting for each Channel. The end result for the user is an amplifier that is MUCH easier to dial and arrive at the very best of the MARK IIC+’s most signature and mind-blowing sounds more quickly and with less “neurotic tweaking” required. There is NO compromise of the original’s performance and yet a SERIOUS benefit in the dial-ability of the JP-2C.CHANNEL 3 – HIGH GAIN SUSTAIN AND EXPLOSIVE ATTACKChannel 3 is created with soaring lead sounds in mind. Our first priority was to meet and even exceed the incredible explosive attack, blistering sustain and harmonic complexity of the very best of the MARK IIC+. We, along with the amplifier’s namesake, feel we have achieved exactly that. Channel 3 boasts all the nuanced performance of the originals and delivers it with unbelievable authority due to the 100-watt Class A/B (versus 90-watt Simul-Class™) power section. This difference in power section serves John’s musical style extremely well - In fact, his absolute favorite amplifier of the many IIC+s he owns is a 100-watt model. Channel 3’s character is therefore a little warmer, fatter and compressed and this plays well into its intended application for lead work of all styles and gain requirements.More info at Mesa Boogie's website.WHAT'S UNIQUE ABOUT THE 325 LIMITED EDITION MODELS?The limited run, custom finished JP-2C Heads, autographed by John Petrucci and Randall Smith, feature the following upgrades:Private Reserve Flame Maple Front PanelCustom Oxblood Stained Front PanelMother of Pearl “BOOGIE®” InlayMother of Pearl “John Petrucci Signature” InlayCustom Gun Metal Gray Anodized Amp BezelLimited Edition Certification PlatePersonally autographed by John Petrucci & Randall SmithJP-2C LIMITED TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONSMade in Petaluma, California with the World’s Finest MaterialsAll-Tube Amplifier: 4x6L6 Power Tubes / 5x12AX7 Preamp TubesClass A/B Power Amp delivers exceptional power, punch & clarity100/60 Watt Selectable Global Power SwitchFixed Bias for consistent, maintenance free performance3 Fully Independent Channels with 5 Modes:Channel 1 Features: Mark IIC+ Clean - Independent Gain, Treble, Mid/Boost (patent applied for; doubles as a standard Midrange Tone Control from 1 to 5 AND a Variable Gain Boost Control from 5 to 10, providing precise levels of sweet harmonic overdrive, from subtle to blistering), Bass, Presence, Reverb (rear panel), Assignment Switch for Dual 5-Band Graphic EQs (EQ 1 or EQ 2 - On, Off or Footswitchable) & Master ControlsChannel 2 Features: Legendary Mark IIC+ Lead or Shred Modes - Independent Gain w/Pull Gain Boost, Treble, Middle, Bass, Presence w/Pull Frequency Shift, Reverb (rear panel), Assignment Switch for Dual 5-Band Graphic EQs (EQ 1 or EQ 2 - On, Off or Footswitchable) & Master ControlsChannel 3 Features: Legendary Mark IIC+ Lead or Shred Modes - Independent Gain w/Pull Gain Boost, Treble, Middle, Bass, Presence w/Pull Frequency Shift, Reverb (rear panel), Assignment Switch for Dual 5-Band Graphic EQs (EQ 1 or EQ 2 - On, Off or Footswitchable) & Master ControlsTwo 5-Band Graphic EQs, each are Footswitchable or Channel AssignableFootswitchable All-Tube, Long-Tank, Spring Reverb with Independent Channel Control (rear panel)Fully Buffered, Tube FX Loop (MIDI Switchable)Built-In CabClone™ Cabinet Simulator Output featuring: Closed-Back, Open-Back and Vintage Voices Internal Amp Load & Headphone Output Speaker On/Off & Ground Lift Switches Selectable +4 or -10 Output Level SwitchSlave OutputMIDI Switchable/Programmable via Control Change and Program Change messages (MIDI IN, MIDI Thru/Out, MIDI Channel & Store Switches) – Controls Channels 1, 2, 3, EQ 1, EQ 2, Shred, Reverb & FX LoopAll Aluminum ChassisNew 3x3, 6 Button Footswitch (Bottom Row: Channel 1, Channel 2, Channel 3 – Top Row: Reverb, EQ 1 & EQ 2)Slip CoverFORMATSHead: Dimensions: 9 1/4" H x 18 3/4" W x 10 7/8" D • Weight: 40 lbs.Rackmountable - Dimensions: 7" H x 19 1/8" W x 9 1/2" D • Weight: 35 lbs.Condition: This is a brand new item. Here at Gelb Music, we open all boxes and run through a series of inspections to avoid any issues. This way when you get your product - it works, and everyone is happy! Please call for more info Thanks! We are an AUTHORIZED MESA/BOOGIE DEALER. PRODUCT INCLUDES FULL 5 YEAR FACTORY WARRANTY. TERMS: Mesa/Boogie products are ONLY available for US shipping, must be a US resident. Shipping charges apply-please see shipping calculator for quote. PLEASE READ ALL BELOW BEFORE YOU BUY!