Own a Legend: MESA/Boogie Reintroduces the Mark IIC+ HRG and Thiele Cabinet

MESA/Boogie, the original “Casa del Tono” (House of Tone), has made an exciting announcement from Nashville, Tennessee: the global re-release of two of their most iconic and highly sought-after classics. Guitar players everywhere can now own a piece of history with the return of the Mark IIC+ HRG amplifier and the legendary 1×12 Vintage Thiele Cabinet. Manufactured with the highest quality materials at MESA/Boogie’s factory in Petaluma, California, this is a classic sound, reinvented for the modern era.

The Iconic Mark IIC+ HRG Amplifier Returns

The Mark IIC+ HRG designation stands for the fully-equipped Hundred-Watt, Reverb, Graphic EQ model, harkening back to the original workshop in Lagunitas, California, where founder Randall Smith crafted the first models. As Doug West, Director of Tone Lab for Gibson Amplifiers and MESA/Boogie, explained, “HRG evokes the origins… where Randall Smith manufactured all the amplifiers.”

This beast of an amp is celebrated for its huge dynamic range and authority, offering extremely high-volume clean tone and super-defined bass in the Lead Mode—making it a favorite for modern high-gain styles like heavy rock and metal. It’s the platform that famously inspired the signature model for virtuoso guitarist John Petrucci of Dream Theater.

Partnered with the Legendary 1×12 Vintage Thiele Cabinet

To complement this incredible amp, MESA/Boogie is also bringing back the 1×12 Vintage Thiele Cabinet. This compact, ported extension cabinet was the “secret weapon” of the 1980s, allowing small combos and heads to produce an enormous sound. Doug West notes the Thiele’s impact: “This sealed and ported design became synonymous with huge tone in the 1980s… to deliver powerful bass, well above its physical size.”

The new Thiele Cabinet is now equipped with a proprietary Celestion® C90 speaker, providing plenty of low-end punch while adding a versatile, overdrive-friendly voice to its timeless design.

How to Get Yours

The Mark IIC+ HRG and the 1×12 Vintage Thiele Cabinet represent the pinnacle of boutique, handmade tone. They offer maximum clarity, power, and definition in a classic package. If your dream rig demands total authority, powerful punch, and an undeniable character, your search is over. Both are now available globally through authorized dealers, Gibson Garage stores, and online at www.mesaboogie.com. Don’t miss your chance to own a true classic reinvented.