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🎸Mesa Boogie Amps: The Thrilling Tale of High Gain Excellence!🤘
Welcome to our channel, guitar enthusiasts! In this video, we take you on an extraordinary journey into the world of Mesa Boogie Amps, exploring everything from their rich amp history to what makes these American amps a top choice for musicians worldwide.
🎵 **What's Inside:**
- **Amp History:** Discover the origins of Mesa Boogie Amps and how they have evolved over the years to become synonymous with unparalleled sound quality.
- **Hand Crafted Excellence:** Learn about the meticulous craftsmanship that goes into each Mesa amp, ensuring not just the perfect guitar tone but also lasting durability.
- **American Amps Legacy:** Understand why Mesa Amps are often hailed as the epitome of American engineering in the music industry.
Whether you're a seasoned guitarist or just starting out, this deep dive into Mesa Amps will surely captivate your interest. Don't miss out on learning how these hand crafted amplifiers can elevate your music to new heights.
🎸 **Chapters**
0:00 - Introduction
0:36 - The Origins of Randall Smith
1:29 - The First Music Shop
3:17 - The First Amp
4:05 - The Second Shop
5:06 - Mark IIC Amp
6:46 - Rack Power
7:28 - Dual Rectifier
📢 **Join the Conversation:**
Have you ever played through a Mesa Boogie amp? Share your experiences and thoughts in the comments below!
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Thank you for watching, and keep rocking with the best tones! 🎸
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🎸 Peavey Amps: The Amp Built Like A Tank! 🎸
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Welcome to our channel! In this video, we're diving deep into the iconic world of Peavey amps, renowned for their durability and fantastic sound quality. Whether you're a seasoned guitarist or a curious newcomer, you'll find this exploration both informative and entertaining. 🔍 Discover the History of Peavey Amps We'll take a fascinating journey through the rich history of Peavey amps, founded ...
🎸 Soldano Amps: The Quest for a Perfect Guitar Sound 🎸
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Welcome to our channel, guitar enthusiasts! In this video, we take you on an extraordinary journey into the world of Soldano Amps, exploring everything from their rich amp history to what makes these American amps a top choice for musicians worldwide. 🎵 What's Inside: - Amp History: Discover the origins of Soldano Amps and how they have evolved over the years to become synonymous with unparalle...
🎸 Orange Amps: Discover The True Rock Guitar Sound 🎸
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Welcome to our latest video where we delve deep into the world of Orange Amps, the quintessential backbone of the true rock guitar sound! Whether you're a seasoned guitarist or a curious beginner, this video is exactly what you need to understand why Orange Amps have been a staple in the music industry for decades. In this video, we'll take you through the rich amp history of Orange Amplificati...
Brume: A Doom Metal/Indie Rock Journey With Susie McMullan
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Welcome to BRUME's Sonic Revolution! In this captivating video, we dive deep into the mesmerizing world of doom, goth, and indie rock fusion. Immerse yourself in the unique soundscapes crafted by this talented San Francisco-based band. BRUME's sonic journey is an exploration of emotions, blending the darkness of doom rock with the captivating allure of indie melodies. Prepare to be transported ...
🎸Rock History Revealed: How Fender Amps Shaped Generations of Music!🎸
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In this exciting video, we unveil the incredible impact of Fender Amps on generations of music. Join us as we uncover the untold story of how Leo Fender's revolutionary guitar amplifiers shaped the music industry. Fender Amps have been an integral part of the rock and roll sound since their inception. From the classic tones of the early Fender Tweed amps to the iconic sound of the Fender Twin R...
500 Subscribers Later: How YouTube Transformed My Life As A Busy Parent
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In this video, I share my personal journey as a working parent and how UA-cam has completely transformed my life. With the recent milestone of reaching 500 subscribers, I am beyond grateful for the incredible impact this platform has had on my productivity and overall well-being. As a working parent, finding a balance between career and family life can be challenging. However, UA-cam has provid...
Fender's Mighty Mini: A Deep Dive into the Twin '65 Micro Amp!
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Welcome to our review of the Fender Mini '65 Twin Amp! In this video, we will take an in-depth look at this compact yet powerful micro amp from Fender. The Fender Mini '65 Twin Amp is the perfect solution for musicians looking for a portable and versatile amplifier. With its vintage-inspired design and authentic Fender sound, this mini twin amp delivers an impressive performance that is sure to...
2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductees: Who's In?
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Old Painless Rocks Manchester with Stoner Metal Fury (2024)
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The Electrifying Sound of Texas Desert Rock with Ryan Garney (2024)
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Unlock the Magic of the Jimi Hendrix Chord: The 7#9 Revolution! (2024)
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🎸The History of Loud: How Marshall Amps Changed Rock! 🎸
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🎸The History of Loud: How Marshall Amps Changed Rock! 🎸
Leather Lung: A Metal Music Journey with Mike Vickers (2024)
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Get Ready to Rock with the Marshall MS4 Micro Stack! (2024)
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Drop D Tuning: The History of Heavy! (2024)
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Power Chords: Unlocking the Past for Future Rockers! (2024)
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Guitar Distortion: I Forgot Link Wray! (2024)
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Guitar Distortion: I Forgot Link Wray! (2024)
Guitar Distortion: The Evolution That Changed Music Forever! (2024)
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Smiletone Governors Blues: Does It Live Up To The Hype? (2023)
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Are Heavy Gauge Guitar Strings Worth It? (2023)
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Ultra Light Strings: A sonic dream or a disaster waiting to happen? (2023)
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Ultra Light Strings: A sonic dream or a disaster waiting to happen? (2023)
Unveiling the Legendary Top 10 Left-Handed Bass Players (2023)
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Insane in the Brain: Rolling Stone’s Top 250 Greatest Guitarist List (2023)
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The Secret of Playing a Right Handed Guitar as a Lefty! (2023)
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Best Guitar Tuner Pedal Under $100? (2023)
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Ultimate Rock News: Guitar Thief, Melvins Tour, Brant Bjork Trio (2023)
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The Top 5 Rock Songs I Will Never Play! (2023)
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Why Playing Guitar Left Handed Is a Nightmare! (2023)
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  • @edwinwise6751
    @edwinwise6751 14 годин тому

    Peavey turned out a lot of junk , check out the festival series pa

    • @desertrockunited
      @desertrockunited 8 годин тому

      I remember some of the PAs being cost effective but maybe not exactly high end systems

  • @richstratton9041
    @richstratton9041 2 дні тому

    Portnoy / Erlandson

  • @CapstoneTider
    @CapstoneTider 5 днів тому

    My main amp is the 25 Watt Bravo 112 combo. I think it's one of the best Peavey designs.

    • @desertrockunited
      @desertrockunited 4 дні тому

      Never played the Bravo, but it looks like a good amp.

  • @thomashuskisson7277
    @thomashuskisson7277 5 днів тому

    David Blane street magic yall

  • @frankfrank7921
    @frankfrank7921 7 днів тому

    Excellent overview and thank you for pronouncing "Mesa" correctly. That name gets butchered quite a bit out there, most common being "May-zuh".

    • @desertrockunited
      @desertrockunited 5 днів тому

      I'll probably demo a mini rectifier at some point.

  • @pihuey
    @pihuey 7 днів тому

    current Bandits suck a@@ compared to the older red and silver stripe versions their tone and response is nothing like whatsoever

    • @desertrockunited
      @desertrockunited 7 днів тому

      Most likely this is the effect of overseas production vs.being made in the 🇺🇸.

    • @deltawhiskey1398
      @deltawhiskey1398 4 дні тому

      Horseshit....I have a red stripe Peavey Bandit that is over 20 years old...and a current model Bandit made in China...if you didn't know which was which....you could never tell the difference in tone between the two.

    • @desertrockunited
      @desertrockunited 3 дні тому

      @@deltawhiskey1398 The Bandit faceoff of the red stripe vs current might be a fun video.

  • @jeremiahhogans1755
    @jeremiahhogans1755 8 днів тому

    why doesn't Peavey recreate their old heads?

    • @desertrockunited
      @desertrockunited 8 днів тому

      They probably should. An updated version of The Butcher might be fun to play.

    • @jeremiahhogans1755
      @jeremiahhogans1755 8 днів тому

      It'll be great for business, especially the musician

  • @MangoSlade.
    @MangoSlade. 10 днів тому

    Can i get some black light posters!

  • @user-rl9kq5um4f
    @user-rl9kq5um4f 10 днів тому

    Piece of mind is my favorite

    • @desertrockunited
      @desertrockunited 10 днів тому

      It's very good and at 45 minutes not too long to listen to the whole thing.

  • @thecatqueenshorts1725
    @thecatqueenshorts1725 10 днів тому

    Seventh Son of a Seventh Son is my favorite....

    • @desertrockunited
      @desertrockunited 10 днів тому

      I really like it too. Beast is such a classic hard to not have it at #1 or #2.

  • @sothasil1359
    @sothasil1359 10 днів тому

    Bruh this kind of heresy towards piece of mind cant be tolerated

    • @desertrockunited
      @desertrockunited 10 днів тому

      Ha! I'm certain you aren't the only one to think this. Putting 7th son that high might be controversial.

  • @BOBCATT-o2x
    @BOBCATT-o2x 10 днів тому

    Ancient mariner is a good one

  • @MysterE_06
    @MysterE_06 10 днів тому

    Good list but i think final frontier is better than no prayer. I think no prayer is definitely Bruce's worst and might even be worse than x factor

    • @desertrockunited
      @desertrockunited 10 днів тому

      No Prayer wasn't great I can see moving it down.

  • @gooseabuse
    @gooseabuse 10 днів тому

    I love this.

    • @desertrockunited
      @desertrockunited 10 днів тому

      Cool! It was one of my favorite videos to make. It's a topic outside of my normal content, but if anyone is a parent they can relate to it.

    • @gooseabuse
      @gooseabuse 10 днів тому

      @@desertrockunited Just had a third baby three weeks ago. A baby who fights against napping so I related to many points made. Lots of patience required.

  • @gooseabuse
    @gooseabuse 10 днів тому

    Just found your channel, it seems right up my alley. Rock on, my dad was a Peavey rep the first 20 years of my life. He presented the 5150 with James Brown and Hartley to Eddie at his house. You could say i was raised on Peavey.

    • @desertrockunited
      @desertrockunited 10 днів тому

      That must have been fun being around amps all the time as a kid. Cool story!

  • @hartlee1160
    @hartlee1160 10 днів тому

    The only solid state amps ive ever jived with are peavey

    • @desertrockunited
      @desertrockunited 10 днів тому

      I have a solid state Fender, but for features, tones and cost hard to beat Peavey.

    • @jasondorsey7110
      @jasondorsey7110 10 днів тому

      ​@@desertrockunitedThe rivera-era solid state fenders are pretty nice, but the build quality started to take a nosedive with the red knob series...peavey stayed consistently solid for decades

  • @wesmitchem825
    @wesmitchem825 11 днів тому

    I love Peavey amps hell I got a fender twin reverb but I prefer my peavey vtx classic 212

    • @desertrockunited
      @desertrockunited 11 днів тому

      Cool! What makes the VTX sound better?

    • @hartlee1160
      @hartlee1160 10 днів тому

      I want that exact amp but with the vt squareback speakers...

    • @hartlee1160
      @hartlee1160 10 днів тому

      ​@@desertrockunited it mainly the speaker but johan segeborn did a comparison on yt

  • @frankfrank7921
    @frankfrank7921 15 днів тому

    Peavey is a very underrated brand but that does mean you can get for less $$ than the "big boys".

    • @desertrockunited
      @desertrockunited 14 днів тому

      I think almost every beginning guitar player had a Peavey at some point!

  • @timmotel5804
    @timmotel5804 15 днів тому

    Good Day. After i got out of the Air Force, I hooked up with a band in Miami Florida in 1974. I'm a drummer. Our Lead & Rhythm Guitar Players had Peavey amps. Each amp had 4x12" speakers & a Horn. Loud and Incredible Amps. I've never seen them anywhere else and never mentioned on any Peavey History Videos. Thanks & Best Regards

    • @desertrockunited
      @desertrockunited 15 днів тому

      In 1973 they made a 4x12 with CTS speakers, maybe it was that?

    • @timmotel5804
      @timmotel5804 15 днів тому

      @@desertrockunited Somewhere I have a couple of old photos showing the amps at our studio. I'm lookin for them to see if I can verify. Great Amps.

  • @jeffreycotton1345
    @jeffreycotton1345 19 днів тому

    More $$$ than Marshall? I'll check. USA would be nice.

    • @desertrockunited
      @desertrockunited 17 днів тому

      Depends which amp you get, but in general Soldano is at a high price point.

  • @Dr.Jekyll
    @Dr.Jekyll 23 дні тому

    I couldn’t finish the video due to all the upspeak. You know? Where everything is a question? I couldn’t tolerate it? So I stopped watching?

    • @desertrockunited
      @desertrockunited 22 дні тому

      Some viewers don't like this video and others like it. I've never made a video on anything that everyone liked. It's not possible to please everyone.

    • @Dr.Jekyll
      @Dr.Jekyll 22 дні тому

      @@desertrockunited It’s not the video. It’s the audio.

    • @desertrockunited
      @desertrockunited 22 дні тому

      Ok fine. You don't like the audio/voice over. Watch the Orange video or another video maybe you would like one of those and if not that is fine too.

    • @Dr.Jekyll
      @Dr.Jekyll 22 дні тому

      @@desertrockunited I like Soldano amps. Just use my feedback as a way to improve your presentation. We can all improve on everything, including me. I could have said it in a kind way.

    • @frankfrank7921
      @frankfrank7921 19 днів тому

      @@desertrockunited Damon, my comment got deleted. Why?????

  • @fuckthecoruptcunts
    @fuckthecoruptcunts 23 дні тому

    No free amps, you gotta pay to play

  • @paulgambino1463
    @paulgambino1463 23 дні тому

    Nailed it!

  • @SDeleon
    @SDeleon 24 дні тому

    this thing sounds like absolute donkey dookie on any setting. 100% waste of money

    • @desertrockunited
      @desertrockunited 23 дні тому

      The 1 watt amps are very limited from a sonic perspective. 3 watt micro amps at least have a decent sound for the price and size.

  • @eleanor_harper
    @eleanor_harper 24 дні тому

    In an interesting turn of events, I am running the ultra metal on my current recording session. Never thought this pedal would make its way onto an album and only purchased it for fun but it’s a powerhouse. Makes me want a metal zone for collections sake

    • @desertrockunited
      @desertrockunited 24 дні тому

      It's very unexpected how good it is based on the price. Post a link to the new album!

  • @tomford8286
    @tomford8286 Місяць тому

    You know Mike no longer owns Soldano Amplification. You would think that would be important. smh

    • @desertrockunited
      @desertrockunited Місяць тому

      Right. Sold in 2019 but he still works on new designs.That should be in the video

  • @wernervanderwalt8541
    @wernervanderwalt8541 Місяць тому

    The Soldano SLO 100 is one of my dream list amps, but I'll never make enough money to own one. Nice to dream though!😊

    • @desertrockunited
      @desertrockunited Місяць тому

      I'm planning on getting a used SLO at some point. The rock n roll dream can never die!

    • @rangolastarfarajevic7151
      @rangolastarfarajevic7151 Місяць тому

      Make a clone. Worked for me.

    • @Rob-qr2kn
      @Rob-qr2kn 27 днів тому

      Not with that attitude you won't now get it in gear and figure out how you CAN get it. I am saving for the SLO 30 as I am typing this message.

    • @frankfrank7921
      @frankfrank7921 21 день тому

      Sure you can. Sell one of your kidneys. I'm sure there's a patient waiting to have his life saved and you get a Soldano!

  • @KundaliniKing42
    @KundaliniKing42 Місяць тому

    Oh Yeah!!!! Turn it ☝️☝️☝️

    • @desertrockunited
      @desertrockunited Місяць тому

      I'm contributing to the system, the breakdown scheme!

  • @Gorre022
    @Gorre022 Місяць тому

    Try doing a half-palm mute, you’ll get more distortion and sustain 🤓

  • @notyoaveragesouthernmama5734
    @notyoaveragesouthernmama5734 Місяць тому

    While Floor may be the most versatile, Tarja’s influence cannot be understated and Amy Lee deserves more credit for writing all of her own music and popularizing the genre the most on this list (Bring Me to Life has over 1.2 billion views alone). Also Simone deserves higher as Epica’s discography and her consistency are amazing.

    • @desertrockunited
      @desertrockunited Місяць тому

      It is more controversial to put Floor ahead of Tarja and I have heard Simone should be in the Top 5. Thanks for your comment 👍

  • @mollyhale10
    @mollyhale10 Місяць тому

    W

  • @uritaanach1377
    @uritaanach1377 Місяць тому

    Basic ass list

  • @Pizza-gb1ch
    @Pizza-gb1ch Місяць тому

    Chuck Berry has left the chat.

  • @gustaoabreu4553
    @gustaoabreu4553 2 місяці тому

    😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

  • @jamesbarrick3403
    @jamesbarrick3403 2 місяці тому

    Orange fans - please give me your opinion on the BEST VALUE for an all tube Orange head (not combo) in today's market. 5 to 20 watts would be plenty. There are so many models, i get confused. this would be for me son that plays metal.

    • @desertrockunited
      @desertrockunited 2 місяці тому

      Orange Rocker 15, Dark Terror, OR 15. If he plays Metal the dark terror might be the way to go. The Rocker 15 is a good two channel amp if clean tones are important. Rock on!

  • @deepspacepilot
    @deepspacepilot 2 місяці тому

    It’s low and then goes even lower

    • @desertrockunited
      @desertrockunited 2 місяці тому

      The drop tunings Thayil and Cornell used were the best!

  • @jeffreymars8062
    @jeffreymars8062 2 місяці тому

    You all never heard Wishbone Ash live

  • @BecklyCrackers_18thFloor
    @BecklyCrackers_18thFloor 2 місяці тому

    Subbed from your Melvins Queen short. Looking forward to more great content! Thank you.

    • @desertrockunited
      @desertrockunited 2 місяці тому

      Thanks! King Buzzo is The Man!

    • @BecklyCrackers_18thFloor
      @BecklyCrackers_18thFloor 2 місяці тому

      @@desertrockunited Queen is easily my favorite Melvins song, from my favorite album. Just strumming around I found chords that were two songs on Houdini, Lizzy & Set Me Straight. I probably should take the time to learn how to play Queen :)

    • @desertrockunited
      @desertrockunited 2 місяці тому

      Stoner Witch is one of their best. Deutrom had a great bass tone and the songs are really good. Houdini is good too.

  • @frankfrank7921
    @frankfrank7921 2 місяці тому

    Great job on the topic! Love Orange amps especially the early 70s models but alas have never owned one. One nit to pick, the Brits say "valve" we say "tube" because after all they are vacuum tubes. Wonder what the Canadians say?

    • @desertrockunited
      @desertrockunited 2 місяці тому

      I used the British term for the Brit amp!

    • @odgeUK
      @odgeUK 2 місяці тому

      Thermionic Valves. You say Tomato, I say Potato.

    • @frankfrank7921
      @frankfrank7921 2 місяці тому

      @@odgeUK Yeah, I get it. I don't say anything when Brits say "valve" but I do chide Americans who do. No different than an American who says he'll take the lift to the 3rd floor or pronounce "algae" with a hard 'g'. It's particularly disturbing if an American wants to drive on the right side of the road here in the US.

  • @AvaEble-h2d
    @AvaEble-h2d 2 місяці тому

    Woww

  • @PaulVigil-jl8ce
    @PaulVigil-jl8ce 2 місяці тому

    The orange is junk get the boss mini katana

  • @DShook5150
    @DShook5150 2 місяці тому

    All that matters is number one was correct.

  • @Ssjcloud3
    @Ssjcloud3 2 місяці тому

    Also blake richardson, jose pasillas the 2, shannon lucas and matt griner.

  • @acledfloyd
    @acledfloyd 2 місяці тому

    Sounds great! I just got a Brent Hinds Terror and it’s perfect.

  • @japellan
    @japellan 2 місяці тому

    This sounds amazing. How do you have your strings tuned?

    • @desertrockunited
      @desertrockunited 2 місяці тому

      DADGBe. The Soundgarden riffs are really fun to play!

  • @brentsims8002
    @brentsims8002 2 місяці тому

    Also notable is Slim Sowers

  • @ososdiego
    @ososdiego 2 місяці тому

    Excelent ♥️

  • @ososdiego
    @ososdiego 2 місяці тому

    ♥️👏🤘

  • @ososdiego
    @ososdiego 2 місяці тому

    🤘🎸

  • @ososdiego
    @ososdiego 2 місяці тому

    🤘🤘👊