FRIEDMAN SMALL BOX | And compared to a Marshall 1987X & JCM800 2203

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In the mix & alone. With & without a BOSS SD-1 and how it compares to a Marshall 1987X & JCM800 2203.
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Timecodes:
- Intro: 0:00
- The Song: 0:28
- Noodling: 2:35
- General info: 4:26
- More noodling: 5:35
- Compared to a Marshall 1987X: 6:40
- Compared to a Marshall 1987X & JCM800 2203: 10:34
- Conclusion: 13:08
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Пікірлер: 305

@guitargathering4488 Жыл бұрын

The smile that appears on your face when you hit the JCM800 says all you need to know.

@EugeValovirta230V Жыл бұрын

😎💪

@TheInfiniteFret Жыл бұрын

"Original 4 holer is always original 4 holer." Well said. Some amps are just hard to replace. It is amazing that Marshall has been able to create so many iconic amp models over the years.

@EugeValovirta230V Жыл бұрын

👌💪

@equalleftrights3130 7 ай бұрын

With "Made In Vietnam" transformers on $3000 amps. 😂🤣 Today's Marshall amps are strictly for those that went to school in the short bus.

@Tanax13 5 ай бұрын

@@equalleftrights3130 They are much cheaper in Europe though, where they are made, so your argument only holds water in the US.

@equalleftrights3130 5 ай бұрын

@@Tanax13 Who cares about Europe? Europeans have to ask for permission to defend themselves. 🤣 I dont think about serf societies.

@Tanax13 5 ай бұрын

@@equalleftrights3130 The roughly 742M Europeans care about how much something costs in Europe. Only 380M people cares how much something costs in the US.

@V-Rex 3 жыл бұрын

I am also pretty stoked about the riff in the beginning. Got me inspired for some reason. Happy easter Euge :)

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear that and likewise!

@Nig6tWalker 3 жыл бұрын

wow i fall in love with the Friedman,great video as always Euge

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man!

@johnstephens3638 7 ай бұрын

Great video.....all 3 amps sound great. The kicker for me with the Friedman is build quality and being new. I've owned Marshall heads in about all flavors since the 80's and with good ol' tube amp tech's getting scarce ( in my area anyway) reliability pushes the Friedman to the top for me.

@spyros2743 3 жыл бұрын

The intro songs always get me! Great stuff!

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear that! Thanks!

@bubbahotep5439 3 жыл бұрын

Euge, your tone and playing are possibly the best I've seen/heard on UTube. I've been playing guitar since 1968, and am a huge Marshall and now Friedman fan. You give us nothing but the best Marshall tones EVER!. Hell, even my wife, at 65 thinks your guitar tones are the best I've heard played for her. Please, don't stop, keep rocking, and keep making YOUR videos ,because you are the best!!

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Oh thanks man! Really glad to hear that! I won’t ’cos I love what I’m doing 🙏😎. Greetings to your wife too and have a great weekend!

@DrowningTimeOfficially Жыл бұрын

When i think i need to learn one song i hear a old video and realize i can't live without your riffs man

@EugeValovirta230V Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear! 😎 Thanks!

@kahmhalen4094 2 жыл бұрын

Your a fantastic player and love your videos. I love that you left that you didn’t edit out that mistake. Keepin it real.

@EugeValovirta230V 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@bradleywood1499 2 жыл бұрын

Came for the comparison, stayed for that opening jam. I don't know what all's going on at 1:43 but I like it!! Love your channel, keep them coming.

@EugeValovirta230V 2 жыл бұрын

Cool man! Glad to hear! I’m not sure either 😁.

@thechannelforeverything2170 2 жыл бұрын

Loving your videos man. I feel the same way about amps that try to copy and improve on the Marshall sound. They can get close, add more gain, tame the highs, and all that jazz. And at the end of the day, the reason why Marshall sounds the way it does (especially in the mix) is because it has all those characteristics that people seemingly want to remove. And don't even get me started on the way it feels to play. Simply amazing.

@EugeValovirta230V 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Yeah It’s like ”I’ll copy a Marshall but I just leave the best qualities out”. Mmm okay? 😎

@myuncle2 2 жыл бұрын

true, but the Friedman Smallbox has a better master volume and less hum than a Marshall.

@Marcelo_B_159 3 жыл бұрын

So many amazing riffs and solos! Hope they end in another solo album ( or cyhra or red wolf) very inspiring!

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! They will (I’m actually starting to record a new solo album based on some these songs - don’t tell anyone yet 😉).

@Marcelo_B_159 3 жыл бұрын

@@EugeValovirta230V yeah!!!! 💪🤘

@ghosttownicon2761 3 жыл бұрын

those Friedman amps are killer and really digging that demo song. I just got that Jens Bogren IR pack - thanks for the discount code!

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! Glad to hear! 👌

@btu45nh 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome chops Euge! The Friedman sounds killer,for a small it doesn't sound small at all. Keep up the spectacular content. Take care,stay healthy.🙏💥👍

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Brian! 💪🙏

@pwnEdge1 3 жыл бұрын

Love watching your demo's :-)

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear! Thanks!

@80srocklegend85 3 жыл бұрын

You just keep coming with the heat!!

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

😎🔥

@andyjm7122 Жыл бұрын

Awesome comparison! Love these videos.

@EugeValovirta230V Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear! Thanks!

@markn4526 3 жыл бұрын

Very appropriate comparison of the Small Box and 1987X. I think you summed it up perfectly at 7:20 when you said that they are similar, but the Marshall is a little more aggressive. The mids are more pronounced with the Marshall making the Friedman a bit thinner-sounding in its "Plexi Mode" too. 4-Holers rule! The Friedman is probably more flexible though and I understand that Friedman master volume controls are very effective. As for the 2203...yes..."different beast" and as seen in your expression when you switched to it is your favorite.

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Indeed 💪😎.

@DirtyBlues8 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, Euge. I'm in the market for a 50w amp & I'm loving both the Friedman Small box & the Marshall 1987x. Only problem is I don't know which one I want......lol. Both sound great. I think I'm leaning more towards the Marshall. Thanks again. I enjoy your videos. Keep up the great work, brother.

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Both are great amps indeed. The Friedman is a bit more ”user friendly” since it has a master volume. Actually two. And it has a more gain on tap kinda like a gain modded Plexi. But…a real Marshall Plexi is always a real Marshall Plexi. It can be a ”harsh mistress” but when / if you manage to tame it down it’s absolutely fantastic and one of a kind. And really really loud.

@lordgraga 3 жыл бұрын

So much musicality in that Friedman, for some things I pref it to the Marshall! Hope to hear more big Friedman 50/100 watt demos from you

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

👌. Hopefully in the future!

@powerstudios091 3 жыл бұрын

This is true, much musical, I really liked this from Friedman

@linusheeda 3 жыл бұрын

Another great video, thanks for that. The Friedman sounds really great but my favorite is the JCM800 👍👍 Greatings from Germany Linus

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Mine too 💪😎.

@NorgGrimm 3 жыл бұрын

Damn that guitar sound + that bass sound works so well.

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@staggs5034 Ай бұрын

Really enjoyed that riff in the beginning.

@timeshock1255 3 жыл бұрын

Very interesting again, Euge. Never tested a Friedman myself so far. High time to do so. :) Have a good week, man!

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear! Thanks and likewise!

@timeshock1255 3 жыл бұрын

@@EugeValovirta230V Cheers!

@MacawAviculture Жыл бұрын

All these amps sound incredible, so simply have all of them, and play the one that nurtures your soul in that moment you need your guitar jam fix. Thank you Euge for all the incredible videos, you truly provide an incredible education!

@EugeValovirta230V Жыл бұрын

😎👌. Thanks! Really glad to hear!

@Flametopology 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely fantastic video demonstration between small-box Marshall 50w and the Friedman! The more I look into Friedman amps, the more I want to get one! Really nice ESP by the way!

@EugeValovirta230V 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@Flametopology 2 жыл бұрын

@@EugeValovirta230V Euge...am about to pull the trigger on a new Friedman 50. If you were to go out today and buy a Friedman 50, would you stick with the Smallbox 50w, or go with the BE-50w Deluxe? Just curious....thanks so much for your time buddy! -Mark - Boston, Mass.

@EugeValovirta230V 2 жыл бұрын

Anything what is as close to a good ol’ 800 2203 😎. And if it does also Plexi the better 👌.

@Flametopology 2 жыл бұрын

@@EugeValovirta230V don't want to commit yourself huh? I can dig it😁 I have a 2204, which is why I like the freedmen. I think I'll go for the BE50 Deluxe. Thanks buddy! Cheers! 🍻

@DenBoogieden 3 жыл бұрын

Huge thanks 🙏 for comparison!!!

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! You’re welcome 🙏.

@MAG-li5jo 2 жыл бұрын

I prefer my Friedman Small Box and I have owned tons of Marshall amps since I got my original Marshall Jubilee head back in the late 80's and I have had a bunch of supposed Marshall killer amps too. My Friedman Small Box is my all time favorite amp and has been now since I got it back in I believe 2014. Great video and great playing for sure! One of the best Friedman Small Box demos I have seen. And I preferred the Friedman myself in your video. I have had 4 hole Plexi's including a Marshall YJM100.

@EugeValovirta230V 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@SlinkyT82 3 жыл бұрын

Sounds killer brother! Friedman makes a great amp. I love the clips I've heard of the new Jake E Lee signature head and I've played the BE 100 deluxe for just a tiny bit. Love that the Lee is much more raw and that you can get more raw on the deluxe compared to the original be 100 head. The 50 watt deluxe is amazing too. Still, love the old Marshall heads. 🤘

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Yeah old 800 is still the king 👊😎.

@adiriakya9724 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! Thanks for doing this :)

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! You’re welcome 😎.

@georgewright6550 2 жыл бұрын

you crack me up dude.. YES your 800 kicks ass.. smokes all the rest in that room.. and awesome player man.. thanks

@EugeValovirta230V 2 жыл бұрын

😎🤟💪

@mazklassa9338 2 жыл бұрын

Great demo. Thank you. Thumbs up!👍

@EugeValovirta230V 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@tonedover 2 жыл бұрын

Have a SC20 JCM800 and now also the Wildwood Smallbox. Selling all my distortions and my other couple amps. Nothing else is needed. Just those 2 amps , a buxom boost and a Sunset. Oh and a Flint. Amazing.

@EugeValovirta230V 2 жыл бұрын

🤟

@jaredray7001 Жыл бұрын

I also just bought the SC20h/c and now I wanna get a Smallbox, but I know the 20w Jake E Lee is coming this year so I better wait it out. That's really the tone I'm chasing. I have my Marshall boosted with an SD1 and also the Legendary Tones Mr Scary mod installed. It's an Ozzfest for sure.

@LPMojoGL 2 жыл бұрын

The smile says it all. 2203 is where it's at. Miss mine, but at least I have an 82 2204 to ease the pain.

@EugeValovirta230V 2 жыл бұрын

😎💪

@tsibren 3 жыл бұрын

Dude that solo ROCKED!!!!

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear! Thanks!

@RapttorX 3 жыл бұрын

that smug on your face when you switched to the 800 :)

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Indeed! Good old 800 is still something else 😎💪.

@georgesilveira4936 2 жыл бұрын

Euge Valovirta cannu compare a the 800 with a Orange rocker verb 100 w ? That’s shoul be cool. Thks good videos.

@MorGuitarz 3 жыл бұрын

I've got the 3 channel Wildwood edition Smallbox 50. Just monstrous!

@afterstars Жыл бұрын

Euge, you’re my absolute favorite person on KZfaq. I’m constantly learning so much from you. My buddy just got a Friedman Steve Stevens V2 and it’s insane. Regarding plexi style amps, I’m contemplating this 50w Smallbox vs the Headfirst Cali style 50w which is based on the Jose style modded plexi amps. Any suggestions? Stay well my man!

@EugeValovirta230V Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Glad to hear! My favourite Plexi is The Marshall 1987x Plexi 💪.

@janders3205 2 жыл бұрын

Small box is my favorite! Id be happy with just the plexi channel but then you get the higher gain as well. Two killer, killer amps in one. Great playing and very cool guitar! They all sound really good….the sound of that 800 brings back memories…

@EugeValovirta230V 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! 🤟😎

@christopher.k.guitar 2 жыл бұрын

I‘m going back and forth comparing my Smallbox to my 1959slp, JCM800 and Silver Jubilee thinking about which one maybe replaced by something completely different and always come to the same conclusion (space wise unfortunately). The Friedman Smallbox is an awesome refined Marshall tone that you almost don’t even have to high pass or eq in post because it’s almost too perfect if that makes sense… And don’t get me wrong I would never part from it and maybe if I only could have one Marshall Style amp this would be it. But on the other hand the JCM800 and Super Lead have such a rewarding nasty high end growl and punch to it, that I just can’t get out of the Smallbox. My least favorite of the bunch is the Silver Jubilee - but I just own the studio version so it’s not completely fair to compare. In the end it’s all flavors of awesomeness and I feel lucky to own them all. 🤷🏻‍♂️👊

@myuncle2 2 жыл бұрын

@@christopher.k.guitar We have the same taste. I don't like the Silver Jubilee nor the BE100 (both too dark and compressed), but the Friedman SmallBox is the one to keep, not only because it's as open as a Plexi, but also because it has a better master volume and less hum than a Marshall.

@christopher.k.guitar 2 жыл бұрын

@@myuncle2 definitely! The plexi channel on the smallbox is just insane when cranking the master all the way and dialing in the break up with the gain knob… just discovered this lately - almost as rewarding and nasty as a roaring Super Lead! 🙌

@MacawAviculture Жыл бұрын

@@christopher.k.guitar The only solution to this dilemma is to have all of them, then you choose the only you like in that moment. All sound incredible.

@leftyzappa 2 жыл бұрын

Hey man. Fantastic demo, explanation, playing, riffs, and solo. Your smile when you were playing the 800...hehehehe Marshall is the King! Friedman is the Crown Prince. Only reason he isn't the *King* is because Marshall came first. Yes? :D I'm trying to decide between the Small Box and the BE-50 Deluxe. The main attraction to the Deluxe is the 3 channels (volume boost for live solos) and the half power switch so I don't kill people when I'm playing it at home. I have a Marshall JVM410 Satriani model that I really love...only problem is it is too loud at home. Thank you from Austin Tx. brother. CHEERS!!!!!!!

@EugeValovirta230V 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man!

@vladzubac5360 3 жыл бұрын

between the two, I would choose the Plexi, it has something Plush in its character, sounds elastic. The JCM800 are beasts as always! sounding THIICK!!!

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

💪😎

@curtisprice9806 6 ай бұрын

4 hole wins for my ears...mids rule all these amps! Love it!!!

@zakkcovers18 3 жыл бұрын

Great playing👍🤟

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@powerstudios091 3 жыл бұрын

WInner JCM 800` Thanks for your work Euge.

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

💪. You’re welcome 🙏😊.

@powerstudios091 3 жыл бұрын

@@EugeValovirta230V would be great to have Marshall afd100 (slash) in your arsenal,! I think this can compete with alls the others....what do you think Euge?

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve played with one a few times but it was like basically any amp compared to my old 800s...: pretty ok 😎.

@jonathanm9069 3 жыл бұрын

They all sound great. The Friedmans are smoother which can be a good or a bad thing depending of taste, their advantage is that they have an excellent master volume and an amazing effects loop. They are expensive, though. I think you need to try the Friedman Jake E Lee. It's by far the most Marshallesque Friedman, it has two channels, the first one is like the plexi channel of the Smallbox, but the second channel is like a JCM800. It's not a BE derivative like most of the Friedman amps.

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Indeed! Yeah I’ve heard about the amp and I’m pretty sure I’d love it. I mean Plexi & 800 in one amp; is there anything else anybody would need? 😁

@anthonycosta2662 3 жыл бұрын

Luv ur videos!!

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear! Thanks!

@ConradMH 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing bro!!!!

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man!

@ConradMH 3 жыл бұрын

You are wellcome Man!!!!

@Moirchester 3 жыл бұрын

After dancing this bit, Pepita is ready for his Easter holidays :)

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Indeed! 😊

@MacawAviculture Жыл бұрын

Are you using an attenuator to manage the volume levels? Thanks!

@Bogren.Digital 3 жыл бұрын

Lovely!

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

😎👌

@tinpanalley1 9 ай бұрын

I own a Friedman Small Box 50 combo. I have owned 2 Marshalls JCM 800, and 1974 JMP 50 watt. Like the Friedman better overall. Dave Friedman makes a Great amp for rock and blues. The Best Part, you don't have to lug 4x12 cabinets around, and still get a Kick Ass sound.

@g.w.6899 3 жыл бұрын

Great vid. Some great tones from all amps but to me the 1987 just wins. The plexi is still the godfather of rock tones.

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! It is indeed 👌.

@alessandrorossetto2221 3 жыл бұрын

Nice video Euge!! JCM800 is the bad boy, no doubt about it!!

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! And it wasn’t even The Bad Boy but it’s brother from 1985 with EL34s 💪😎.

@alessandrorossetto2221 3 жыл бұрын

Oh my! The low end is just so tasty and sharp, its instantly recognizable

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

💪👌😎

@AutopsySuiteable 3 жыл бұрын

Nice comparison. I prefer the Friedman personally.

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@lukzriffs1564 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic groovy Song! 👊 Nice!!!

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man!

@ChrisMpegnis 3 жыл бұрын

awesome !!🤘🏼

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@majorlee1 3 жыл бұрын

Sounds great man! your playing is great as always. 😎 I still really like the JCM800 the most. How are you liking the LTD Phoenix? 💪

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! Me too 😎💪. It’s an awesome guitar by any standards 👌.

@KB_Joys 2 жыл бұрын

I like the video. If I had a choice I would have liked to hear a comparison of the small box 50 and a jcm800 2204. Well because the 2203 had a decent amount of headroom and I preferred that sound over the small box. The small box did sound good tho. ☺️

@EugeValovirta230V 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Yeah it’d be cool so if I get my hands on those amps someday then for sure 👌😎.

@KB_Joys 2 жыл бұрын

@@EugeValovirta230V because they'd both be 50 watters, and more of a fair comparison. I did like the small box, but my ears enjoyed the bigger and slightly cleaner 2203 ☺️

@MagyHimself 3 жыл бұрын

Love the riff, man! That unexpected minor second sounds menancing 😎 is that from a song of yours?

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Yeah I wrote the piece just for this video in like 5 mins but it turned out pretty cool! 😎

@bhosterman 3 жыл бұрын

Tough call. I think I agree with you. 4 holer!

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

😎👌

@strings2wood Жыл бұрын

Great channel. Subscribed.

@EugeValovirta230V Жыл бұрын

Welcome aboard! Thanks! 🤟🙏

@lornawoollett679 3 жыл бұрын

Great video keep them coming killa KZfaq channel

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@madddog692000 3 жыл бұрын

Really liked the intro song. Fantastic, catchy song writing. Friedman sounds great, the 800 destroys it, end of story. Have a good week brother 🤘🤘

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! Good old 800 destroys everything 👊😎.

@Im2Old4ThisShite 3 жыл бұрын

Still watching, but I've got to say, as good as the Friedman sounds, ironically not featured in this video, I love the Zakk Wylde jcm best. Just something about the organic sound I feel like I'm hearing vs all the others I've heard on your channel.

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

It is a great and organic amp indeed 👌.

@AleandFire 3 жыл бұрын

Yes sir Euge 🤘🏻

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

🤘😎

@KelsterVonShredster 3 жыл бұрын

Love your videos man. What do you use as an amp switcher?

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! KHE amp switcher: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/Y8WHo9iLvJiWdGg.html

@KelsterVonShredster 3 жыл бұрын

@@EugeValovirta230V thanks!

@hanashe4599 3 жыл бұрын

Nice review Euge. Marshall's are awesome. No doubt, but I like the Friedman's a lot. I can see myself buying one down the road. In the meantime since I just bought a Fractal Audio FM3, I'll have to settle for their version of some of the Friedman amps.

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! They’re both really good. Just a bit different but really good 👌.

@hanashe4599 3 жыл бұрын

@@EugeValovirta230V They are. Nothing wrong with owning both and money is to be spent. You can't take it with you and life is short.

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

I’m just borrowing them from MusiX 👌😎. I have three 800 2203s which are THE amps for me 😉.

@hanashe4599 3 жыл бұрын

@@EugeValovirta230V I remember you saying it. I was just thinking there didn't seem any reason to not have both if you wanted to. 😁

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

😁👍

@WyattScott Жыл бұрын

hey there i just got the small box combo today. I have a 1 12 extension cab with 16 ohm speaker. What impedance should i be setting the amp at 16 or 8? I’m thinking 8?

@EugeValovirta230V Жыл бұрын

If you have one 16 ohm cab connected then the amp to 16 but if you have two 16 ohm then the amp to 8 etc. If you’re not sure just keep the amp’s impedance lower than the speakers but never higher. The optimal is obviously that they match. And the speaker’s ohms should be the same with each other too. If you have one 8 and one 16 ohm = no good.

@fedboy21 3 жыл бұрын

I tried one of my friend friedman amp myself (forgot the type since he has alot of amps), and its good amp but its feels like im playing marshall. Similar type of sonic sound. And my friends always said hes trying to find a plexi sound on that amp. And then i told him, why dont u buy plexi instead....duh??? I just dont get it every guitar player that using “boutique amp” always trying finding a marshall sound, why just dont get marshall...🤔🤔🤔 Anyway i find a nice info about friedman amp from tonymackenzie yotube channel, its on the snake skin marshall vintage studio video. Ok, thx for the comparison and for me jcm 800 for the winner and btw thats some catchy riff, let me steal it LOL 🍻 🍻🍻

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Indeed. That’s why I have / use Marshalls and the 800 is still my all time favourite amp 💪😎.

@jimmypennell8831 3 жыл бұрын

Very MSG Euge😄☝... Schenker always comes out doesn't he? Also nice esp firebird. I dig all your guitars... I'm just not a Les Paul guy. I've had a couple. I love looking at em😄 just not playing em. The necks just drag too much. Gotta have that satin finish neck. You rock the hell outta yours though😁

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Indeed 😊. Yeah I have shaved necks on all my guitars. Some have had it out of the box and some I’ve sanded myself. Very easy thing to do and takes about 5 mins 👌. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gsljqq2SntywlYU.html

@toonz9971 Жыл бұрын

Have you had a chance to try the Smallbox pedal? I wonder how it compares to the BE pedal. Which rig do you prefer more: a pedal like this into the Iconoclast or the Bluguitar Amp1?

@EugeValovirta230V Жыл бұрын

Can’ remember. Real amp always. No questions.

@picksalot1 3 жыл бұрын

What Cab/Speakers were you using when recording? You've got excellent ears, as those are great tones! Thanks

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Suhr Reactive Load with my signature ’Valovirtuos’ IR from Jens Bogren. Didn’t I tell that in the video? I’m pretty sure I did 🤔😎. Thanks!

@picksalot1 3 жыл бұрын

@@EugeValovirta230V You mentioned you were going through the audio interface, etc., but I was wondering what Cab/Speaker's you were listening to as you played. I was asking more along the lines of something like 2x12 Greenbacks.

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Ah😎. My Genelec studio monitors👌.

@rexthornton3019 2 жыл бұрын

hey bro, how noisy is the Small Box when crank both the master volume and the gain using the Decimator? As a reference, I have the Pink Taco and I consider it very noise under the same settings. I will appreciate your comments. I'm thinking about buying the Small Box amp, but I hope it's not noisy like the PT. Thanks Rex.

@EugeValovirta230V 2 жыл бұрын

Oh I can’t remember anymore ’cos it’s been a while I borrowed those amps from a local music store to check ’em out and do these videos. But I don’t remember them being any noisier than how cranked tube amps are. At least nothing compared to my old 800s from the 80s 😎. They’re my favourite amps and the noise is just part of the charm 😊.

@rexthornton3019 2 жыл бұрын

@@EugeValovirta230V Thanks for the fast response! I have the Diezel VH4 and the Rivera Knucklehead and they are super quiet using the Decimator, they are amazing! it's like chaos and then silence in your hands, it's so cool. But I tried to add the third amp (pink taco) to my project and now everything is noise. even the other two amps are making noise because of the pink taco. and I love the pink taco tone, it's a keeper but it's a wild kid. Now I'm trying to find out how his brother behave before pulling the trigger. thanks man!

@paulusoftheshadows158 3 жыл бұрын

Greetings from CHILE!!!!!

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers man! 👌

@Skiroy 3 жыл бұрын

Were you micing a cab in this or was it a IR cab?

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Suhr Reactive Load and most likely my signature IR ’Valovirtuous’ from Jens Bogren 👌. But if I remember correct I went through the signal chain like on all my videos 😎.

@kennyduncan2819 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, Euge love your Channel 🤘 Out of the Friedman Small Box and Bogner Helios what would be your pick if you could only choose one? I've watched both your demos of these. I'm conflicted I like both.

@EugeValovirta230V 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! Glad to hear! Probably the Helios 👌.

@billytremoloband7456 3 жыл бұрын

To be fair they all sound good with your 🙌

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

🙏☺️

@pedrozepelim 3 жыл бұрын

With the master volume that high and with gain also that high how come your tone is so tight and not mushy at all? With my Smallbox if I set the amp that way I get too much bass, even with the bass knob at 2. How do you do it? Are you using any eq?

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

The cabinet / speakers / microphones or Reactive Load / Impulse Response being used plays a huge part of the sound like on a normal audio stereo system so you might want to try out different cabs, speakers etc. And I use the BOSS SD-1 to tighten the sound (not always) which is quite tight in the first place ’cos the most important thing for a good tight sound is to play good & tight👌. Amplifiers just amplify what they get. No post EQ or anything.

@pedrozepelim 3 жыл бұрын

@@EugeValovirta230V I’m running a Torpedo Live loaded with ML Sound Lab impulse responses into a mixer connected to a pair of JBL LSR 305 speakers. Do you have any sugestions regarding what could I change in this setup, in order to get a better tone? Thank you very much for you fast reply and to all the videos you upload.

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Try the Jens Bogren IRs. I haven’t used anything else since they first were released about a year ago. Use my link in the video’s description and you’ll get a 15% discount 😉👌. The new pack has my signature IR ’Valovirtuous’ which I basically use on everything 💪. Thanks man! Really glad to hear that! 🙏

@Seanb576 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for all these comparison videos.. unfortunately for me it's got me thinking of getting another marshall! Damn... 😁 Need some help deciding please.. there's a 2011 jcm800 2203 100w going used for similar price to a new marshall jcm800 studio 20w. Mostly I'd use at home for playing when everyone is out of the house and have an attenuator to help with the volume. If I do gig with it I would be running wet/dry with a vox ac15. Which one would you get in this situation? Thanks for any help with this.. 👍

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

With a Vox 15 I’d get the Studio 20w. A 100w amp sounds obviously bigger and everything but those Studio series are really good and practical and they’re definitely loud enough in a band context. Please check out these if you’re interested: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/e9-TbNqFtau2qps.html kzfaq.info/get/bejne/l8yJe8V92tHTfqc.html kzfaq.info/get/bejne/pcqnocZj05imh5c.html

@Seanb576 3 жыл бұрын

@@EugeValovirta230V champion for replying as always.. you've put my mind to rest! Take care over there.. cheers 🇦🇺

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

🙏☺️

@Jarrodpimental Жыл бұрын

What’s your speaker of choice for the jcm 800 ?

@EugeValovirta230V Жыл бұрын

Marshall Vintage (the original V30) and sometimes a good ol’ Greenback like my favourite cabs (the only cabs I have) Marshall Vintage and Marshall 1960BX 😎🤟.

@riccovrea841 3 жыл бұрын

I had a really long time and a good opportunity to play a smallbox loud in an isolated room at a music store it was very cool however the drive was not to my taste. I’m more an Soldano SLO guy.

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Oh yeah the SLO-100 👌😎.

@btu45nh 3 жыл бұрын

The Marshall has a little more spank,but the Friedman is pretty darn close to the sonic frequencies. Yessa!🎸👍

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah! 👌

@codymcgrew4015 3 жыл бұрын

11:24 JCM800 12:03 Small Box Channel 2

@josevincentmahinay2074 2 ай бұрын

Amen

@Justafeller 2 жыл бұрын

Liked the smallbox better than the Marshall in this case.

@satchrules101 3 жыл бұрын

Ur channel rocks bro!

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! 🙏🤘

@satchrules101 3 жыл бұрын

@@EugeValovirta230V That 800 sounded great , I played one today , its a beast ..But 100watt is a little to much for me . from what I read on gear page about the 87xplexi its better to change the bright cap2000 pf ,to a 100pf cap in-order to achieve over drive at lower volumes and better for pedals ..what do u think?

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

I prefer the Plexi (and amps in general) as it is and never had a need to mod so I have no idea 😊.

@satchrules101 3 жыл бұрын

@@EugeValovirta230V Cool!

@MorGuitarz 3 жыл бұрын

Subscribed!

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! 🙏

@qua7771 2 жыл бұрын

Does the Friedman hit you in the chest the same way a Marshall does? I'm in the middle of a build, and the Friedman schematic looks like it cuts a lot of bass in comparison to the Marshall.

@EugeValovirta230V 2 жыл бұрын

Marshall is always a Marshall 💪😎.

@qua7771 2 жыл бұрын

@@EugeValovirta230V True, but they have a lot in common. Maybe Friedman takes some of the bass out in early gain stages, and adds it back in the power amp section with the depth circuit. Te purpose may be to keep the bass from getting flubby, which can happen in a Marshall. Some people like a Marshall feeling a bit out of control. It forces you to play better. It's unforgiving to mistakes.

@EugeValovirta230V 2 жыл бұрын

I’m not much of a tech but just a player and I sound like myself pretty much no matter what gear I use but I’ve always played mostly Marshalls and they work so I haven’t found a need to fix something that isn’t broken. If it sounds good, it’s good 😎.

@qua7771 2 жыл бұрын

@@EugeValovirta230V I rarely sound like myself [joking]. I don't like fighting the amp to get my sound.

@eyedunno8462 Жыл бұрын

Friedman is a bit more meatier and leaner, like a good Ribeye. Marshall is a bit looser, fatter, like getting a T Bone. They are both steaks, which is already awesome in of itself but the answer depends on what cut of meat you like

@GuitarzFromMarz 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve been really considering a Friedman small box. Can the Friedman get into 800 territory? I have a Friedman BE 100 and I’m looking for a second amp for my Marshall 1960ax cab. It’s down to the jcm 800 or small box. Thanks

@EugeValovirta230V 2 жыл бұрын

Kinda but it’s more like a modded 1987 Plexi IMO. If you want the bite & punch of an 800 I’d go with an 800 😎💪.

@GuitarzFromMarz 2 жыл бұрын

@@EugeValovirta230V do you like the Friedman small box? I think I’m going that direction.

@EugeValovirta230V 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah it’s good but for those Plexi tones I prefer my 1987x 😎.

@joewyatt8371 8 күн бұрын

I would take the SB all day and never look back.

@MDC249 2 жыл бұрын

I like the edginess of the 1987x

@EugeValovirta230V 2 жыл бұрын

Me too 😎.

@nafis6668 2 жыл бұрын

Love it! What song are you playing sir?

@EugeValovirta230V 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear! It’s called ’This Box Is Too Small’ from my second solo album ’Shooting From The Hip’ : distrokid.com/hyperfollow/eugevalovirta/shooting-from-the-hip

@nafis6668 2 жыл бұрын

@@EugeValovirta230V yes! It's in a song 😍 thank you🙏🏻, hearing it now

@EugeValovirta230V 2 жыл бұрын

🤟🙏

@TheCyberMantis 3 жыл бұрын

Friedman amps are very good. I really like the BE-100. But they are ridiculously expensive. I will never own one. ( Did I hear you mess up at 11:30? Woah! I'm glad you left that in the video, because I was wondering if you were really a human! )

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Indeed. Yes I did 😊.

@TheCyberMantis 3 жыл бұрын

@@EugeValovirta230V It really surprised me, because you always play everything so perfect. But it did make me smile! I mess up so much when I practice, I pretty much never can play anything accurately. But I still have fun trying.

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

We’re all human and small mistakes just makes everything more human 😎. That happens to me all the time but I guess you haven’t noticed it before 😊.

@TheCyberMantis 3 жыл бұрын

@@EugeValovirta230V Honestly, i'm always blown away at how effortlessly you play really hard stuff I can't play. I struggle with fairly easy stuff, and you just nail it all the time. You are a true professional master. You have been in bands, and you played so many shows over the years. You made albums in the studio and everything. So you are way ahead of where I am. I watch your channel to see how a real pro does it. You motivate me to want to practice more so I can improve!

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! Yeah it’s a long way to the top if you wanna rock & roll - like AC/DC said it well 😎. I started to play when I was 13 and I was around 20 when I cut my first album so you just gotta practise hard and do what you love and it will come. I’m still practising and learning new stuff and enjoying the wonderful journey with guitar & music in general. It’s a healer 🙏.

@OSpetze 3 жыл бұрын

When is Marshall releasing the JCM 800 EvV ??? With built in SD-1 poost! :D

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

That is a very good question indeed. If it was up to me I’d say asap 😁💪.

@waterbuffalo4225 Жыл бұрын

Do you think that Marshall will ever top the Jcm800?

@EugeValovirta230V Жыл бұрын

No 😎.

@iloveitall 3 жыл бұрын

Euge, I know there are a lot of gear proposals from manyof your fans ... Sorry, but mine is: I really would love to hear your opinion on the "Carl Martin: PlexiRanger" in comparison to the real thing, of course. That would be great!

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion 👌. If I ever get my hands on the Carl Martin then for sure 😎.

@iloveitall 3 жыл бұрын

@@EugeValovirta230V Thank you for reply, Euge! Maybe Carl Martin heard the call ;-)

@EugeValovirta230V 3 жыл бұрын

😊👍