Mesa Boogie Walkabout Part 6

[BillyB_from_LZ]

...I'm picking up a walkabout again ...

...should I be thinking about sending it to mesa to get it "updated"? What does mesa do to these older units to bring them up to date? Any opinions and info much appreciated! thanks.

If I'm not mistaken, the updates would include changing from two input jacks to one and an active/passive switch and adding a mini toggle switch on the back to bypass the effects loop. Both updates address the problematic switching jacks that seem to plague early versions of the Walkabout (mine included).

Price wise, you can check the Classifieds here on TalkBass as well as visiting: Guitar Center and searching for "walkabout". That will give you some upper end real world pricing on used Walkabouts.

Keep in mind that used gear purchased online/over the phone from GC can be returned to your local GC for full refund (except shipping charges which I've found to be very reasonable) within the standard 30 day Satisfaction Guarantee period if you don't like it. And, you may be able to negotiate a better price than what is shown online. I've had (too) many good experiences buying used gear from GC over the phone (and no bad ones).

Good luck!!!

 

[speyer]

Keep in mind I'm in Canada... This stuff always cost more up here. So, price aside, should i be considering one over the other? Or, a new one with the "updates"? The head is 1200 + tax new, or 1599 for the combo I think. Anyone got details about these updates, or know the derferences between new/old models? Thanks.

 

[speyer]

^^ Thanks... That helps!

 

[Chef]

$1000? For the head only?
Man, I've seen them sell for waaaay less here.
Updates generally seem to run $150-ish at an authorized Meas Service Center.

Again, I'd opt for the longer warranty.
The one with 5 years should be current issue blackface, as 5 years is what they come with new.

 

[BillyB_from_LZ]

Keep in mind I'm in Canada...

I did note your location, but saw Blaine, WA too (but didn't look at a map).

Other than cosmetics and the move to toggle switches from switching jacks, all Walkabouts are pretty much the same. The newest ones have heavily ventilated covers that were added to achieve UL Listing, but those who push their Walkabouts (even at 2 ohms) don't seem to have overheating issues with the older unventilated cover.

Ultimately, you'll have to decide from a price perspective the value of cosmetics, condition, updates, remaining warranty, etc.

If you're planning on keeping it, an additional $200 for a brand new one, might be a good idea.

 

[lomo]

Also keep in mind that if you buy one (new or used) in the USA there should be tax but not duty upon entry to Canada as it's made in the USA.

 

[rodl2005]

Wow! Makes me feel a li'l better re prices of Walkabouts in Aus. New they go for about $2300 & you can find em 2nd hand for $1K for a combo sometimes. Rare but.....

 

[Chef]

closed:

move along to part 7 please and thanks...

http://www.talkbass.com/forum/f15/mesa-boogie-walkabout-mega-thread-pt-7-a-854468/#post12195592