Marksman CH2

Marksman CH2

The Mesa/Boogie Mark IIC+ Half Stack is a legendary tube amplifier renowned for its rich tonal versatility, tight low end, and singing lead tones. Favored by professional guitarists for its dynamic response and iconic "liquid lead" channel, the IIC+ offers a powerful 100-watt output, graphic EQ, and switchable modes, making it ideal for both pristine cleans and high-gain distortion. Its half stack configuration pairs the head with a matching 4x12 cabinet, delivering robust projection and clarity, making it a staple in both studio and live settings.

Fender Model Guide

The lead channel of a highly flexible American amplifier design, delivering articulate attack, singing sustain and extensive tone-shaping control. Particularly effective for precise rhythm work and expressive solos.

  • GAIN Adjusts signal level in preamp stage, typically adding distortion at higher settings.
  • TREBLE Adjusts high frequencies.
  • MIDDLE Adjusts midrange frequencies.
  • BASS Adjusts low frequencies.
  • PRESENCE Adjusts ultra-high frequencies.
  • MASTER Adjusts overall volume level.
  • GEQ SWITCH Activates the five-band graphic EQ.
  • BRIGHT SWITCH High-frequency boost.
  • TREBLE SHIFT SWITCH Shifts frequency affected by treble control.
  • BASS SHIFT SWITCH Adds pre-gain bass frequency boost.
  • DEEP SWITCH Adds post-gain bass frequency boost.
  • LEAD BRIGHT SWITCH Extra high-frequency lead channel boost.
  • EQ FADERS Vertical EQ fader controls at 80Hz, 240Hz, 750Hz, 2.2kHz and 6.6kHz.

Also included as an amp head only.

From the Fender Tone Master Pro Model Guide

Based on
Mesa/Boogie Mark IIC+
Real gear released
1984
Amp type
Tube
Power (watts)
100
Speakers
4x12