NOTE: Introducing a bit of internal REVERB into the mix or even an outboard processor into the FX Loop set to a Delay Preset can
help the HEADPHONE Output sound more alive and natural, as it helps compensate for the air and “expansion” present when using
a speaker cabinet in a live room.
The MARK FIVE: 35 is the second, and probably not the last, MESA amplifier to include the CabClone™ D.I. circuitry and associated
HEADPHONE Output. This comprehensive direct recording and private monitoring feature greatly enhances the value, versatility and
convenience of the amplifier and will provide you with new options for quick, hassle-free, direct recording options as well as late night
(or any time) personal enjoyment of the FIVE: 35’s inspiring sound and feel.
NOTE: Plugging into the HEADPHONES jack defeats the CabClone™ D.I. XLR BALANCED Output. It is not possible to use the
HEADPHONE and D.I. OUT simultaneously as the headphones would load down the circuitry further and compromise the sound.
NOTE: As there is no HEADPHONE Volume Control in the CabClone™ passive circuit, you will need to use the Channel MASTER
Controls and the MULTI-WATT™ Power Select switches to determine the volume of the HEADPHONE output.
NOTE: When using the SPKR ON position, make SURE you have a working speaker connected to one of the SPEAKER OUTPUTS.
Failure to do so may result in damage to your amplifier that is not covered under Warranty. Using the amplifier in the SPKR ON
position without a speaker or external load (resistor, soak, etc) will likely cause damage to your output transformer and render your
amplifier inoperative.
REVERB
The MARK FIVE: 35 features independent Channel Mix Level controls for the analog, tube-driven, 3-spring Reverb. Dif-
ferent types of sounds call for different saturation (blend) levels and this independent control allows you to perfectly tailor the REVERB
effect to the sound style you have dedicated each of the Channels to. These Mix Controls provide anything from a
subtle ambient effect, to a fully drenched, deep Reverb sound, and anywhere in between.
Generally speaking, lower gain Clean sounds are the traditional place for more drenched Reverb Mix levels. Low,
medium or higher gain single note sounds can also benefit from “wetter”, deeper Reverb blends, where it can add
more dimension and width to your soloing. Higher gain Crunch rhythm sounds usually call for little to no Reverb, as these sounds are
often used to play staccato parts with quick attack and cut-off characteristics and an abundance of Reverb will negatively affect the
perceived tracking. However, there is no rule when it comes to music and we encourage you to play with any amount of Reverb you
feel appropriate for your individual needs.
The Controls are laid out such that when reaching over the top of the amplifier, Channel 1’s REVERB Mix control is on the Left and
Channel 2’s REVERB Mix control is on the Right. This layout was the result of many players feeling this was the best setup for trouble
free adjustment of the REVERB levels from the Front of the amplifier when there is no room for Front-mounted controls.
SPEAKERS
Two 4 Ohm and one 8 Ohm SPEAKER Outputs are provided for interfacing the MARK FIVE: 35 to your cabinet of
choice. Most MESA/Boogie cabinets are built wired Standard to 8 Ohms unless Custom Ordered (or modified by an outside party,
example; a previously owned cabinet). One 8 Ohm cabinet should be connected to the 8 Ohm output. When using
two 8 Ohm MESA cabinets, connect one cabinet to the 4 Ohm output and “daisy chain” the second cabinet by
coming out of the first cabinet’s PARALLEL Out jack into the second cabinet’s INPUT jack (MESA cabinets provide
a Parallel jack for this purpose). If using two older 8 Ohm MESA cabinets (or two 8 Ohm cabinets by another
manufacturer) connect each 8 Ohm cabinet to one of the 4 Ohm SPEAKER Outputs. This will provide the best
impedance match and ensure optimum performance. If you have one 4 Ohm cabinet, connect it to the 4 Ohm
SPEAKER Output. This will be a proper impedance match, but you may experience a slightly softer attack characteristic than you
would using a single 8 Ohm Cabinet.
If you are using non-MESA cabinets with your FIVE: 35, it is very important to know your cabinet’s impedance and make sure you
are connecting speakers correctly and safely to the amp. Failure to connect speakers correctly can shorten tube life, put undue stress
on the output transformer and possibly even damage it. Damage caused by improper impedance matching is not covered under the
Warranty. ALWAYS make sure to connect your cabinet correctly to the SPEAKER Outputs on the amplifier. Check out the information
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CLEAN
CRUNCH
FS
MK IIC+
MK
IV
XTREME
GAIN TREBLE
MID BOOST
MID PRESENCE MASTER
SOLO 1
SOLO 2
BASS
FAT
EQ ON
EQ PWR
O
O
EQ FS
SPKR
ON
CLOSED
BACK
VINTAGE
CabClone™
D.I.
SPKR
OFF
EQ ON
EQ FS
CAUTION: Unplug
power before
servicing
120 V~
60 Hz
2 A
2 A
SLO
BLO
AMPLIFIER
44YV
HEADPHONERETURNSEND
4 OHM 8 OHM4 OHM
REVERB
CH 2 CH 1
MARK FIVE: 35™
VACUUM TUBE
AMPLIFIER
MADE IN PETALUMA, CA
WITH THE WORLD’S
FINEST MATERIALS
80Hz 240 750 2200 6600
35 W
25
10 W
35 W
10 W
FX
SPEAKERS
LIFT
GROUND
OPEN
FOOT SW.
TUBE GUIDE
6 x 12AX7
4 x EL 84
PATENTED
6,621,907
6,724,897
7,602,927
25
POWER
ON
ON
STANDBY
MARK
5
THIRTY-FIVE
™
INPUT
CLEAN
CRUNCH
FS
MK IIC+
MK
IV
XTREME
GAIN TREBLE
MID BOOST
MID PRESENCE MASTER
SOLO 1
SOLO 2
BASS
FAT
EQ ON
EQ PWR
O
O
EQ FS
SPKR
ON
CLOSED
BACK
VINTAGE
CabClone™
D.I.
SPKR
OFF
EQ ON
EQ FS
CAUTION: Unplug
power before
servicing
120 V~
60 Hz
2 A
2 A
SLO
BLO
AMPLIFIER
44YV
HEADPHONERETURNSEND 4 OHM 8 OHM4 OHM
REVERB
CH 2 CH 1
MARK FIVE: 35™
VACUUM TUBE
AMPLIFIER
MADE IN PETALUMA, CA
WITH THE WORLD’S
FINEST MATERIALS
80Hz 240 750 2200 6600
35 W
25
10 W
35 W
10 W
FX
SPEAKERS
LIFT
GROUND
OPEN
FOOT SW.
TUBE GUIDE
6 x 12AX7
4 x EL 84
PATENTED
6,621,907
6,724,897
7,602,927
25
POWER
ON
ON
STANDBY
MARK
5
THIRTY-FIVE
™
INPUT
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