Randall Smith fired ?

[PeteR]

Is This the End of an Era? Randall Smith Out of Mesa Boogie

Amplifier legend Randall Smith has reportedly left Mesa Boogie. Learn about the potential impact on the amp industry and what could be next for the renowned designer. - Gibson Official Statement now released

guitarbomb.com

 

[TheVillageGrouch]

I knew the "acquisition" was going to be bad. The end of an era. Glad I have my Randall Smith era Boogie, 1981. At that date he may very well have worked on it himself.

 

[PeteR]

I knew the "acquisition" was going to be bad. The end of an era.

That's exactly my thoughts, too

I'm glad I've got one from the 'Pre-Gibson' era....

I'll never buy a new one......

 

[TheVillageGrouch]

I have original documentation from that period I later scanned:

 

[VictorB]

He’ll probably start his own company with some pretty cool boutique stuff.

 

[PeteR]

He’ll probably start his own company with some pretty cool boutique stuff.

at the age of 75 or more ?

 

[VictorB]

at the age of 75 or more ?

Anything is possible!

 

[PeteR]

Anything is possible!

We'll see.....

 

[GrandmaShreds]

at the age of 75 or more ?

People start running marathons older than that! Some grannies even start playing guitar in their 70's LOL

 

[3bolt79]

My Mesas are pre Gibson. A Mark V 25 and an F30. Gibson will regret what they have done. Mark my words.

 

[stormsedge]

Companies change over time, as do the people. A Mesa Boogie of some sort is still on my list…maybe someday.

 

[pchilson]

I don't know if mine is pre or post Gibson (ordered on 03/22/2022) and I don't care as it performs just as it was intended to...to me, it is the last amp I will ever need...I assume Mr. Smith will do just as he pleases...