Detail 01
Three channels
Channel 1 is dedicated to clean tones, Channel 2 to crunch rhythm sounds, and Channel 3 to lead sounds.
Product detailSKU #1500000396257
MESA/BoogieJP-2C 100W Tube Guitar Amp Head in Bronco Black
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 60/100 W, three-channel tube head built around Mark IIC+ circuit voicings, with dedicated clean, crunch, and lead channels plus Shred Mode on Channels 2 and 3.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Players seeking maximum clean-channel headroom
- Players who want aggressive, tight overdriven rhythm tones
- Players needing high-gain lead sustain and explosive attack
- John Petrucci and Mark IIC+ tone enthusiasts
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who need multiple voicing modes per channel
- Players looking for a compact or lightweight head
- Players who do not need a high-power tube head
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
60/100 W
The listed output rating is 60/100 W.
Detail 03
Shred Mode
Available on Channels 2 and 3; it enhances the top-end harmonic layering of the original Lead Circuit.
Detail 04
Tube complement
The head uses five 12AX7/ECC83 preamp tubes and four 6L6 power tubes.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01The supplied data lists 60/100 W power, despite the product title calling it a 100 W head.
- 02Each channel has a dedicated role rather than multiple voicing modes.
- 03Channels 2 and 3 include Shred Mode.
- 04A MIDI controller and footswitch are included.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Who is the JP-2C associated with?
It is the signature head from Dream Theater's John Petrucci.
02How many channels does the JP-2C have?
It has three channels: dedicated clean, crunch, and lead channels.
03Does it include MIDI and a footswitch?
Yes. MIDI control includes a controller, and a footswitch is included.
04Does the JP-2C have reverb and an effects loop?
Yes. It has spring reverb and a series effects loop.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
2 detailsPickups & controls
- Footswitch
- Yes (included)
- Footswitchable
- Yes
1 detailsBody & build
- Country of Origin
- USA
26 detailsOther
- Master Volume
- Yes
- Reverb
- Yes (spring)
- Preamp Tube Type
- 12AX7/ECC83
- Wattage
- 60/100W
- Tube or Solid State
- Tube/valve
- Effects Loop
- Yes, series
- Number of Channels
- 3
- Tier
- new
- Number of Inputs
- 1
- Headphone Output
- Yes
- Presence
- Yes
- Power Tube Type
- 6L6
- Direct Output
- Yes (1/4")
- Category Source
- detail
- Channel 3
- Shred Mode, Gain, Treble, Middle, Bass
- Channel 1
- Gain, Treble, Mid/Boost, Bass
- Channel 2
- Shred Mode, Gain, Treble, Middle, Bass
- Number of Preamp Tubes
- 5
- Korena Special
- false
- Dimensions (WxHxD)
- 18.75" (47.6 cm) x 9.25" (23.5 cm) x 10.88" (27.6 cm)
- Weight
- 40 lbs (18.14 kg)
- Type
- Head
- Source Id
- site51500000396257
- Number of Power Tubes
- 4
- Country of Origin
- USA
- MIDI Control
- Yes (controller included)
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