What tubes does the Mesa Boogie Heartbreaker use?

The Mesa Boogie Heartbreaker uses 5× 12AX7 preamp tubes and 4× 6L6 power tubes.

When was the Mesa Boogie Heartbreaker produced?

The Mesa Boogie Heartbreaker was produced 1997–2004.

Mesa Boogie Heartbreaker preset

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The Heartbreaker is a two-channel amp voiced for clean and push tones without the extreme high-gain of the Rectifier series. It draws on Mesa's Mark series DNA to deliver warm, harmonically rich tones suited to blues, country, and classic rock.

Years produced: 1997–2004
Made in: USA
Wattage: 100W
Channels: 2
Preamp tubes: 5× 12AX7
Power tubes: 4× 6L6

Tags: american, clean, crunch, versatile.

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