Mesa Boogie Black Shadow MS-12 8 ohm 150 watt speaker 1980s
Description
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This 1980s Mesa Boogie Black Shadow MS-12 8-ohm 150-watt speaker is a classic high-power driver built to handle serious volume while delivering the tight, focused tone Mesa amps are known for. The Black Shadow series became a staple in many Mesa Boogie combos and cabinets, prized for their durability, punch, and ability to stay clear and controlled even under high-gain and high-volume conditions.
This example is in excellent, original condition and it performs exactly as it should. It’s a practical, great-sounding component that can make a noticeable difference in how an amp feels and responds. Measured Ohms: 6.7 ohms. Weight: 15lbs 8.5oz.
Tonally, this MS-12 offers a firm, authoritative low end, strong and present mids, and clear, controlled highs that cut through a mix without becoming brittle. It’s especially well suited for rock and high-gain applications where you need definition, headroom, and reliability, but it also works beautifully for cleaner tones where you want a solid, punchy foundation that doesn’t compress too early. The high 150-watt power handling makes it ideal for powerful heads and combos, ensuring the speaker stays composed and articulate even when pushed hard. Whether you’re restoring a period-correct Mesa, upgrading a combo, or building a robust extension cab, this speaker delivers proven, professional-grade performance.
As with all gear at Mahar’s Vintage Guitars, it has been fully inspected, photographed accurately, and evaluated for condition and performance.
Excerpts from real online end-user reviews:
“Black Shadow speakers handle anything you throw at them.” – The Gear Page
“Tight low end and great clarity for high-gain amps.” – TDPRI
“Perfect match for Mesa Boogie combos.” – Harmony Central
“Stays clear even at ridiculous volumes.” – Reddit r/GuitarAmps
“Reliable, punchy, and road-ready.” – Ultimate Guitar
Shipping policy:
Shipments will require signature on delivery, no exceptions. If there is damage, the buyer must retain all packing materials intact and picture them immediately and send them to . Less than 1% of our shipments are damaged in transit, and we are committed to making sure your item arrives safely, but we are taking these additional measures to make sure you are happy with your purchase.
This 1980s Mesa Boogie Black Shadow MS-12 8-ohm 150-watt speaker is a classic high-power driver built to handle serious volume while delivering the tight, focused tone Mesa amps are known for. The Black Shadow series became a staple in many Mesa Boogie combos and cabinets, prized for their durability, punch, and ability to stay clear and controlled even under high-gain and high-volume conditions.
This example is in excellent, original condition and it performs exactly as it should. It’s a practical, great-sounding component that can make a noticeable difference in how an amp feels and responds. Measured Ohms: 6.7 ohms. Weight: 15lbs 8.5oz.
Tonally, this MS-12 offers a firm, authoritative low end, strong and present mids, and clear, controlled highs that cut through a mix without becoming brittle. It’s especially well suited for rock and high-gain applications where you need definition, headroom, and reliability, but it also works beautifully for cleaner tones where you want a solid, punchy foundation that doesn’t compress too early. The high 150-watt power handling makes it ideal for powerful heads and combos, ensuring the speaker stays composed and articulate even when pushed hard. Whether you’re restoring a period-correct Mesa, upgrading a combo, or building a robust extension cab, this speaker delivers proven, professional-grade performance.
As with all gear at Mahar’s Vintage Guitars, it has been fully inspected, photographed accurately, and evaluated for condition and performance.
Excerpts from real online end-user reviews:
“Black Shadow speakers handle anything you throw at them.” – The Gear Page
“Tight low end and great clarity for high-gain amps.” – TDPRI
“Perfect match for Mesa Boogie combos.” – Harmony Central
“Stays clear even at ridiculous volumes.” – Reddit r/GuitarAmps
“Reliable, punchy, and road-ready.” – Ultimate Guitar
Shipping policy:
Shipments will require signature on delivery, no exceptions. If there is damage, the buyer must retain all packing materials intact and picture them immediately and send them to . Less than 1% of our shipments are damaged in transit, and we are committed to making sure your item arrives safely, but we are taking these additional measures to make sure you are happy with your purchase.