The Mesa/Boogie TransAtlantic TA-30 is a boutique all-tube guitar amplifier designed to combine classic
British and American amp voicings in one compact package.
The amp is known for delivering tones inspired by:
- Vox AC-style chime
- Fender Tweed-style cleans and breakup
- Marshall-style crunch
- Classic Mesa high-gain lead tones
It’s often described as a “5 amps in one” design because of its multiple voicing modes and switchable power sections.
Tube ConfigurationPreamp Tubes
- 6 × 12AX7
Power Tubes
- 4 × EL84
Included Features
- Channel-assignable spring reverb
- Fully buffered FX loop
- True bypass loop/reverb switching
- Pull-gain boost on Channel 2
- 2-button footswitch
- Compact portable cabinet
The amp is especially praised for versatility — many players use it as a grab-and-go amp that can cover blues, indie, classic rock, alternative, and even heavier tones.
Sound Character
Players commonly describe the TA-30 as:
- Extremely dynamic
- Touch-sensitive
- Chimey and articulate
- More vintage-voiced than many Mesa amps
- Surprisingly loud for a compact combo
The 1x12 combo version is often considered the “sweet spot” because it balances portability with fullness.
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| Listed | 13 days ago |
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| Condition | Excellent (Used) Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care.Learn more |
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