What tubes does the Mesa Boogie Dual Caliber DC5B - Lead use?

The Mesa Boogie Dual Caliber DC5B - Lead uses 3× 12AX7 preamp tubes and 2× 6L6GC power tubes.

When was the Mesa Boogie Dual Caliber DC5B - Lead produced?

The Mesa Boogie Dual Caliber DC5B - Lead was produced 1994–2000.

Mesa Boogie Dual Caliber DC5B - Lead preset

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The Dual Caliber DC-5 expanded on the DC-3 with a 50-watt power section and refined channel switching, giving players a broader dynamic range from clean headroom to saturated lead tones. Its two independent channels with separate EQ sections made it highly versatile for gigging musicians who needed a single-amp solution. The DC-5 represented Mesa's mid-1990s effort to offer high versatility at a more accessible price point than the flagship Mark series.

Years produced: 1994–2000
Made in: USA
Wattage: 50W
Channels: 2
Preamp tubes: 3× 12AX7
Power tubes: 2× 6L6GC

Tags: american, crunch.

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