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The Subway WD-800 Lightweight Hybrid bass head from Mesa/Boogie is a response to the longstanding demand for a more powerful version of the WalkAbout bass head. This head combines the warm, soulful magic of the WalkAbout tube preamp section with the musical Class D output power used in the Subway line to create the ultimate lightweight hybrid. That original fat, round WalkAbout tone is joined by comprehensive rotary shelving controls and a semi-parametric EQ, providing total shaping authority. The WD-800 also features a Highpass Filter and a Power Amp Dampening control for tuning of the sub-low frequencies and power response options respectively.

Whether you're looking for a lightweight main rig to replace a heavy linear amp with a bigger, wider sound or you're just on the hunt for a compact, portable head for everyday gigging, the WD-800 covers both with power and versatility. Not exactly a WalkAbout or a Subway, but everything great about both packed in a super-responsive lightweight, big-power platform.
MESA/Boogie Subway WD-800 Lightweight Hybrid Bass Head Black
MESA/Boogie Subway WD-800 Lightweight Hybrid Bass Head Black
MESA/Boogie Subway WD-800 Lightweight Hybrid Bass Head Black

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Power
  • Wattage: 800W
  • Type: Head
  • Tube or Solid State: Tube/valve
  • Number of Preamp Tubes: 1
  • Preamp Tube Type: 12AT7/ECC81
Channels
  • Number of Channels: 1
  • Footswitchable: Not applicable
  • Number of Inputs: 1
Controls
  • Channel 1: Input, Highpass Filter, Bass, Treble, Power Amp Dampening
  • Master Volume: Yes
  • Mid-Shift: Not applicable
  • Resonance: Not applicable
  • Presence: Not applicable
  • Contour: Not applicable
  • Reverb: Not applicable
  • Voicing Control: Not applicable
  • Boost: Not applicable
  • MIDI Control: Not applicable
  • Footswitch: Yes (sold separately)
Effects
  • Effects Loop: Yes, series
  • Footswitchable: Not applicable
  • Reverb: Not applicable
  • Tremolo: Not applicable
  • Delay: Not applicable
  • Echo: Not applicable
  • Flanger: Not applicable
  • Phaser: Not applicable
  • Modulation: Not applicable
  • Chorus: Not applicable
Misc. Features
  • Headphone Output: Yes
  • Direct Output: Yes (XLR)
  • AUX Input: Yes
Dimensions
  • Height: 4"
  • Width: 12"
  • Depth: 11.375"
  • Weight: 7 lb.
  • Country of Origin: USA

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5 Years Transferable parts/labor, 3 Years on Speakers, 6 Months on Tubes

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4.75

4 Reviews

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Performances4
  2. Home Studio3
  3. Amateur Recording2
  4. Professional Recording2
  5. Outdoor Events / Games1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced4
Pros
  1. Excellent Sound4
  2. Portable4
  3. Easy To Use3
  4. Good Power Output3
  5. Warm / Comfy3

Reviewed by 4 customers

  • Notes just jump out of it!

    5

    submitteda year ago

    byScott

    fromHouston Texas

    I've played bass since I was a teenager in 1978. I've played through Orange, Peaveys, Sunn's, GK. My 1st amp was a Fender Bassman 2 x 15. The reason I bring this up is that this is by far and away the greatest amp I've ever heard. I've had for a few days now and the diversity of good sounds this makes is simply stunning.

  • It's an Awesome amp!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byEric

    fromAz.

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Sounds better than my old Mesa/Boogie 400+

  • Great amp! So many options!

    4

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted4 years ago

    byJay

    fromChicago Land

    I took a star off since the first unit was DOA. I was really shocked by this, past experiences with Mesa have been great. GC exchanged the defective unit for another and it's been great. I'm using this with one traditional powerhouse Mesa 2x10 and one Mesa 4x10 for a daisy chained 6x10 set up for live gigs. This amp's ability to tone shape is killer! I traded a Darkglass MicroTubes 900 for this and I'm happy I did!

  • American Bass Quality

    5

    submitted4 years ago

    byEnglebert, H

    fromAZ

    If you are looking for this type of sound - Excellent and well Made in USA

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Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • submitteda year ago

    asked byJohnny

    fromRI

    Does this come with the gig bag like it does on the mesa website?

    Does this come with the gig bag like it does on the mesa website?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Yes, it does.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byBrian

    fromundisclosed

    Is this amp, Mesa WD-800, covered under your 45 day return policy due to having a tube pre-amp?

    Is this amp, Mesa WD-800, covered under your 45 day return policy due to having a tube pre-amp?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Yes, it's covered.

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked bytyce

    fromAlbany, Oregon

    Does this head have the ability to be rack-mounted? Some heads have an optional set of brackets that allow this to be done if they are narrower that a normal 19" case. Thank you.

    Does this head have the ability to be rack-mounted? Some heads have an optional set of brackets that allow this to be done if they are narrower that a normal 19" case. Thank you.

    Open Reply - Thomas
    I'm sorry, no rack mount kit is available for tthis