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HeadRush MX 5 vs Hotone Ampero: which one to buy (with sound and "feel" test)?
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Күн бұрынIn this video, as you requested, we will share a direct comparison between the HeadRush MX 5 and the Hotone Ampero. First of all we will hear the units in action with a demo song, then we will compare the features and technical characteristics of the 2 units with a very detailed comparison chart, then we will ear more sounds, also comparing the 2 units with a real tube amp checking out the frequency response, the dynamic range management and the note envelop, and finally I will give you my 2 cents. So I hope you enjoy, and please subscribe and hit the bell, as it’s gonna really help me to make more videos like this!!!
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⏰Timecodes:
0:00 - Intro
0:49 - Demo Song (MX 5 vs Ampero in action)
2:27 - Comparison Chart (MX 5 vs Ampero tech differences)
8:13 - More sounds (MX 5 vs Ampero)
15:46 - My 2 cents
#MX-5 #Ampero #Pedalboards
@knowitall1694 2 жыл бұрын
Leo, as usual, your comparisons are expertly done. Both the Headrush and Ampero sound great. In a blind test, you probably can't tell the difference. I have the Ampero and I'm extremely happy with the Marshall, Friedman, SLO and Bogner sounds. They sound so real. Although the touch screen is a bit of a challenge, I generally edit my sounds on my PC. The lack of distortion on the Headrush is a worry. It's common for modelers to lack the full harmonic range of a tube so that the distortion level appears less. This is where the Ampero wins over the Headrush, the distortion on the Ampero is very convincing without having to employ overdrive pedals.
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, thank you, I'm happy you like my comparisons!!! thank you for sharing your opinion and experience...and I do agree with you....
@tdrake59 2 жыл бұрын
I have been using the Ampero straight into an FRFR or into a PA. And I have been extremely happy with it. Other musicians come up to talk to me about where I'm getting all that sound from. I use the Ampero dual footswitch and also have begun to use the external midi controller along with external expression pedals and find this to be a very powerful way of working. I've recently begun experimenting with the MX5, and find that I really like it's Rig/Scene/Variations concept as well as the setlist feature. This makes managing live performances very nice and easy. For now, I'm still using the Ampero but will probably play the MX5 out soon.
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, thank you for sharing your opinion and experience!
@csharpminorseven 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Leo for your excellent videos: whichever unit comes out the best they're all overtaken by you and your diligence, objectivity and impartiality.You really make KZfaq videos worthwhile for those who do not have the chance to try everything out - a really valuable service to guitarists ✔️
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, I'm super happy to be of some help!!! Your message is super appreciated!
@hanovergreen4091 2 жыл бұрын
Wow! MUCH prefer the use of the pre-recorded input so testing is level. More hard work from you :) This was very cool as it shows how closely they match a real amplifier. I find the Ampero touch screen a bit too "fiddly" to use as it requires precise finger tip placement. This makes the computer app more essential. Don't want to have finger issues with the MX5 so I'm going with the Pedalboard for testing w/ 7" screen. One thing you did not touch on is patch management. Only Headrush has Setlist/Song list management. The others require you to move patches/rigs manually to set up a gig...which is a pain. For live players, managing the setlist is/can be a nightly occurrence. IF ANY other manufacturer had setlist/song list management, other than Headrush, I wouldn't be looking at Headrush. As for fidelity, drunk/stoned people can't tell the difference that we can so any option is more than good enough for bars :) Best Regards Sir and Thanks again! Bon Weekend!
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, thank you so much, I'm super happy that you like the tests. Thank you also for sharing your experience and your findings. As far as I know, another unit that has setlist is the Neural DSP Quad Cortex...which obviously is way more expensive...and you are right...the setlist are very useful!
@hanovergreen4091 2 жыл бұрын
@@LeoGibsonGtr Greetings Sir. Can this be at least a mention in future videos whether a unit has this functionality or not? Grüße und vielen Danke!
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
I will see what I can do...😊👍🏻 Thank you!
@nikanj 6 ай бұрын
This is one of the best comparisons I've seen. Although there's no clear winner for me.
@LeoGibsonGtr 6 ай бұрын
Thank yo so much, I'm really happy that you like the comparison!!!
@Pharesm Жыл бұрын
After a long time of watching Your videos, I finally went with the Ampero II Stomp . . . The funny thing is, that its mostly serving as 8-track audio interface! for my laptop.
@LeoGibsonGtr Жыл бұрын
😀...thank you, and I'm happy to have been of some help!
@spiritzweispirit1st638 2 жыл бұрын
King of Reviews👑
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, super super appreciated!!!
@NicoMeijer74 2 жыл бұрын
Your videos are getting better and better, Leo. Awesome. This one is again extremely well done. For my personal needs, the Ampero takes the cake. Feels like a "just switch it on and play" kind of deal.
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Nico, I'm really happy that you like my videos and that you see the improvements I try to do time after time!!! Thank you also for sharing your opinion!
@flooptydoo1178 2 жыл бұрын
These comparison videos are very helpful as they helped me decide which one to buy. I need something for live playing and the MX5 has what I want. If recording was a priority, it would be Ampero. Thank you!
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
You are welcome, and I'm happy that you found the videos useful!!!
@manfredworner8528 Жыл бұрын
Great reviews But the best part is at the very end When the music starts It rock's
@LeoGibsonGtr Жыл бұрын
Thank you, I'm really happy that you like the review and the music!!!
@Stoffendous 2 жыл бұрын
I cant wait for news about the Hotone Ampero II Stomp Leo!!
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
I can't wait too!!! 😊👍🏻
@fincito 2 жыл бұрын
@@LeoGibsonGtr It will be launched within the next 10 days. Probably by next Thursday :).
@mCKENIC 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks again for a wonderful comparison Leo - keep up the great work! Much appreciated!
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, I'm super happy that you like the videos!
@ecklesiastes 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much! A very professional description. But a bit unfair! Hotone Ampero was released more than 2 years ago! And MX5 is just released! Now, Hotone is about to release the Ampero II Stomp during the following days! So I’m pretty sure that you’re going to give us a very interesting review of it! Greetings from Chile !!
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
You are welcome and I'm happy that you find the video professional! Well, actually the MX5 has the same software and DSP chip of the Gigboard and pedalboards that were released even before the Ampero...and the Ampero II is still not available...so, let me say, that I don't think this vide is unfair....when the Ampero II will be available I will for sure make same videos! Thank you for your message!
@JosePineda-jn8jk 2 жыл бұрын
I think it’s fair to review any pedals together that are still getting firmware updates like these 2. If one was “dead” and not receiving updates anymore then I would say it’s an unfair comparison but, even my HX Stomp is still getting updates and that’s a great example of how newer doesn’t necessarily mean better because now the HX has eight blocks instead of the six at launch.
@MarcAndreLevesque 2 жыл бұрын
The Ampero and the Ampero One as sleepers sound wise especially with quality IRs and being cheaper than the Headrush are probably better bang for the buck than just about anything out there. Not all models are equal though, like all modelers some amp models and effects are lacking a little but nothing close to sounding bad or being a deal breaker.
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Marc, thank you for sharing your findings!
@thisisnotjohnwilliams6697 Жыл бұрын
the demo song and the edition is perfect
@LeoGibsonGtr Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, I'm really happy that you like the demo song!!!
@davidrona 7 ай бұрын
Great video - first time seeing any of your video's. I've been looking for something portable compared to dragging a rack around. I was about to pull the trigger on getting the mx5 when i just stumbled on a video for the Hotone ...never heard of them....after some digging..from what I've watched..the sound , drum machine, tuner and the computer app to tweek the unit and download updates wins over the Mx5 and are great features for me. I"ve played the MX5 and compared it to the Line 6 Pod Go - but looking forward to playing an Ampero today. thanks again for your video...
@LeoGibsonGtr 7 ай бұрын
You are welcome and I'm really happy that you like the videos!!!! Thank you also for sharing your experience!
@vasileseicaru8740 Ай бұрын
in a comparison between a real valve amp and an amp modeler, the sound is just half of what you should be comparing. There's also dynamics and feel to consider
@LeoGibsonGtr Ай бұрын
In fact , in the more sound section of this videos there are tests about the dynamic range management and the note envelop... I don't know if you have a specific description of what "Feel" means, but for me it is the result of how the unit manages the dynamic range and how the unit manages the note envelop. The last important aspect is the latency, for which you have dedicated videos in the chanel Thanks!
@vasileseicaru8740 Ай бұрын
@@LeoGibsonGtr sorry, if you say that it's there, then it probably is. I'll have another look. The thing is, I've watched the full video a couple of days ago, but only wrote the comment today when YT suggested this video to me again, and this time I just skipped to the end where you only focused on how similar they sound to the original, but said nothing about dynamics. And yes, by "feel" I do mean dynamics again, but this time from the pov of the source rather than the unit itself. I'm seriously considering buying the ampero one and hoping that a unit that's newer than my old POD HD500 will bring me closer to the sound and feel of the tube amps that I'm too cheap to buy. One question for you that can't possibly have been answered in the video: in case you still have the ampero one, 3 years after you've made this video, how fragile and prone to glitches would you say that the touchscreen is? Thanks
@dariopereda2660 2 жыл бұрын
Very nice video, i have a ampero one, good job Leo, you are the best of the best!
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Dario, thank you so much, this is a great compliment...that makes me super happy!!!
@user-os3vt8lm6g 2 жыл бұрын
your demo songs are rock!!! Beautiful riffs and playing techniques! Both units are really good and sounds close to real jcm800 (maybe there is input vol settings in mx5, so it can be turned up to ~6db). Ampero now already sounds close to real amp, so will be very interesting to hear ampero II in your compare with ampero I.
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, thank you, I'm happy you like my songs and playing tech!!! Yes, I cannot wait to try the Ampero II and of course we will do a lot of comparison videos!!! Thank you for your message!
@JosephMile 2 жыл бұрын
In the Ampero the main proc is a 4th generation SHARC, while the secondary proc is a NXP RT which runs on an ARM Cortex-M7 core. All these things are top new stuff. I've owned Ampero, but prefer the NUX MG30 now. :) MG30 uses a dual NXP RT and remarkable 32bit AD/DA converter. Ahh, those days with 1st gen 8bit multi-effects ...:)
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Joseph, thank you for sharing these interesting info!!!
@guil_juliao Жыл бұрын
You are amazing Leo! You make the best demos! I liked the overall response of the MX5 better. Ampero is also great but behaves differently to my ears.
@LeoGibsonGtr Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, I'm really happy that you like the video!!! Thank you also for sharing your findings!
@AngelMartinez-qs3cf 2 жыл бұрын
I want to say, I absolutely love your videos. I really like this one, as usual. This is wonderful! Can you please do a comparison between the NUX MG 30 and the Hotone Ampero? I have the MX5, but I would like to buy the NUX MG 30 or the HotOne Ampero. I love the MX5, it would be nice as you mentioned if it had an Editor. Thank you for posting this. Excellent demo.
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, I'm super happy that you like the videos!!! Yes, also for me the missing computer app would be a nice addition! Thank you also for your suggestion...MG 30 vs Ampero...I will think about it... Thank you once more!
@AngelMartinez-qs3cf 2 жыл бұрын
@@LeoGibsonGtr Thank you so much. You are the best.
@bilalnachabeh 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, is the absence of an app the only thing that bothers you with the mx-5 ?
@MultiPalda 2 жыл бұрын
Great test, thank you Leo
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
You are welcome, I'm happy that you like it!
@mirkocesare4142 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Leo...as always...quanto cavolo mi piacciono i nuovi font dei video....molto 80's fanno tanto GTA ViceCity :-)
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Ciao Mirco e grazie a te!!! Eh si...devo dire che piacciono parecchio anche a me! Ce ne ho messo per trovarli...ma alla fine...😊😊 Sono contento che ti piacciano e a presto!
@HeliBenj 2 жыл бұрын
Wow, what a jam, well done!
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Ben, I'm happy that you like the music!!!
@user-vh8oe5cz8h Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Leo!
@LeoGibsonGtr Жыл бұрын
You are welcome!
@ymelfilm 7 ай бұрын
Hi Leo, the MX5 may offer a better pitch shifting too, which can be important for some users. I think the pitch shifter capability and the looper are usually missing from your reviews as you do not use these things often. Thank you! Just bought a second hand mx5. Very nice sounding effects and amps, no need much tweeking. Merry Xmas!
@LeoGibsonGtr 7 ай бұрын
Hi, thank you for your suggestion! Yes, you are right, I should include more analysis about pitch shifter and the looper...I will think about it! I wish you the best for 2024!!
@ymelfilm 7 ай бұрын
@@LeoGibsonGtr Dear Leo, All the Best to you in Italy for the next year! (Headrush MX5 arrived: out of the box better amp sounds than in my HX Stomp XL but its pitch shifter falls in short: kinda terrible, like all budget multieffects - plus the TC Brainwaves..
@borisp.935 2 жыл бұрын
THANKS FOR YOUR VIDEO, IS VERY COOL. I HAVE HEADRUSH MX5 AND IS AN SPECIAL MULTIEFFECTS, YOU CAN COMBINE MANY EFFECTS, MORE THAN AMPERO, ALSO, MX5 HAS A PROCESSOR QUAD CORE WITH 4 CORES MUCH MORE MODERN THAN AMPERO. THE CHANGES ARE FASTER AND QUIETER. CHEERS.
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, Boris, I'm super happy that you like my videos! Thank you also for sharing your opinion!
@pierregautheret5049 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Leo for this comparison. I own an H. Ampero and very happy with it; especially the app that is very convenient. Maybe the Ampero is still more afordable? Anyway let's see in the future if third party IP will boost the MX5. Thanks
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, Pierre, thank you for sharing your opinion and experience!
@blessedheavyelements8544 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Boss. Love your work. One suggestion? In your intro song, could you turn the drums down as they interfere at certain frequencies with the guitar. And don't switch the source so fast? Leave it up for a measure each, or half measure? One beat is too fast..at least for me. Thank you again for all your hard work. It's a great service to all of us. Best Regards!
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, I'm happy that you like the videos! Ok for switching...as regards drum sound, there could be "errors" as I'm not a professional mixer. Thank yo for your patience!
@blessedheavyelements8544 2 жыл бұрын
@@LeoGibsonGtr Hey Boss. I'm 61 so it's also my ears :) Best Regards :)
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
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@riccardobasso5578 2 жыл бұрын
Great job as usual! Ampero stilj sounds awesome to me
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Riccardo, I'm super happy that you like the video! Thank you also for sharing your opinion!
@petwol8798 2 жыл бұрын
I have compared the 2 at home since I recently bought an mx5 and I have Ampero since 2 years ago. My conclusion is that Mx5 has better effects and better dynamics than in the Ampero, I was surprised how well it cleans up saturation with just the volume pot. Reverbs and delays finally sound to me without the processed background that I sometimes heard in the Ampero. In addition, there is 3 GB of memory available to put IR, presets, rigs... you can organize the presets in different rigs in case you play in different bands or play different styles live. I also liked the possibility of mixing effects of the same type and calling one or the other in different scenes of the same preset. Even so, I miss the computer app and the 4 buttons of the Ampero.
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, thank you for sharing your experience!
@jcoulter43 2 жыл бұрын
Once again, the MX5 really shines. It's going to be very hard for any mid to low-priced modeler to compete with the MX5 on features and price. The quad core processor really sets the MX5 apart from all the rest. All of them sound very good in a mix, so it will come down to personal preference. The missing computer app for the MX5 can be remedied in the future by HeadRush. I'm still loving my POD Go, but may give an MX5 a look in the future. Loved your demo song as usual. I love your phrasing and catchy riffage. God bless and rock on 👍😎🎸
@dan_perry 2 жыл бұрын
There's nothing special about the processor in the Headrush units. It's basically a raspberry pi.
@Monkcustom 2 жыл бұрын
@@dan_perry Agree, the sound is the key point while you pay attention to "More sounds" comparison. But it's interesting every product and brand has its own market.
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, the MX5 has one of the most powerful signal chain, even with parallel effects. As regards the computer app, I don't think that HeadRush will develop it, as they have never built a computer app neither for the Pedalboard or the Gigboard.... unfortunately. Thank you for your messages!
@jaszulni 2 ай бұрын
Great review great music!👍👍👍🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟.. If you're to choose between these two.. which one would you prefer? And could we connect external pedals to the ampero?
@bilalnachabeh 2 жыл бұрын
Great review thank you
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
You are welcome, I'm happy you like it!
@Skygge. 2 жыл бұрын
There is a mistake in the chart, Ampero supports up to 20 IR's with the latest firmware. It has no impact on the score though. Cheers!
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, thank you for pointing out!
@gricco1969 7 ай бұрын
Hi Leo, thanks for the comparison, one question about the output of the Ampero. The balanced one's can be used to connect directly into a mixer ? In that case, would this be better than the unbalanced one's ?
@LeoGibsonGtr 7 ай бұрын
Hi, you are welcome! Yes, you can go directly into a mixer. Balanced output are better as you can run long cable without introducing the noise and tone degradation that typically un balanced output introduce. Thank you!
@picksalot1 2 жыл бұрын
I think the Ampero sounded a little better. Its 4 foot switches and computer App make it the unit I'd choose to purchase. Thanks
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
You are welcome and thank you for sharing your opinion and you choice!
@carltonjones2915 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Leo for another excellent video comparison and great opinion on how these amp models can and do affect recording. But what I would like to know is which ones are better for playing in a jam with your amp, be that a Boss katana or JC 120 or a cleaner tube amp like a fender or in my case a combo style Rivera. I was wondering if you ever play any R&B fun k maybe pop rock type stuff just to get an idea about it and if you could throw some jazz tunes in or fusion jazz that might be interesting as well to see how they compare with the amps. But in any event I believe that your video are quite valuable and insightful for looking at technology and how it affects what we do now. Thanks 👍🏾. Cj
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Carlton, thank you so much, I'm really super happy that you find my videos usefull!!! Your feedback is very important for me!!! As regards playing with your amp, if you need to use the 4 cable method (useful to put some effects like distortion before the pre amp and some other after the preamp: usually delay and reverb are after the amp distortion), the Ampero is limited non having and effect loop, otherwise, they are both a good option. I play some R&B and Pop Rock and even jazz. I have already done some videos playing jazz oriented tunes in my channel...maybe I will do more in the future. Thank you!!
@lucacorreggi6933 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Leo for the professionalism you put in your reviews. I am about to buy the Ampero because I believe it offers the best value for my home recording needs. If I may I would like to ask for some advice: I would like to record the output signal from ampero through a sound card, does it make sense to go through the instrument input? or is it always better to use line input? is the recording quality much better if you use the integrated sound card? A thousand thanks.
@LeoGibsonGtr Жыл бұрын
Hi Luca, you are welcome! Why not using the Ampero connected to the computer via USB? in this way you would not have any problem in terms of I / O Thank you for your question and I'm happy that you like the reviews!
@lucacorreggi6933 Жыл бұрын
@@LeoGibsonGtr hi Leo, thanks for the reply! My daw pc is currently under renovation. I am using an iPad pro with Focusrite itrack doc and would like to connect Ampero's output directly to that for convenience. However it arrived a few hours ago and I'll do some tests. thank you!
@LeoGibsonGtr Жыл бұрын
You are welcome!
@astarothgr 2 жыл бұрын
I was surprised by how close the ampero sounds to the real JCM! If it was just the tone I would have probably selected the ampero! However, no fx send/return and 44khz for recording make me hesitate.. :(
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, yes...it's pretty close... Thank you for sharing your opinion and your perplexities...
@wayneshirley9536 2 жыл бұрын
Personally, I don't have a need (currently) for an effects loop. What I love about the Ampero though is that it has two balanced XLR outs. This way I can hook directly into the house in stereo without having to use DI's!
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
@@wayneshirley9536 Yes, the XLR outs are pretty important also for me. On the other hand I also miss the 48 khz recordin freq... Thank you for sharing your opinion!
@AngeloGiannatos 2 жыл бұрын
My fear is that those touch screens will loose their olio phobic coating and touch sensitivity after a couple of years and will become very difficult to use. I d rather lean towards a more traditional button only interface like Boss and other manufacturers still use. Video is great as always, bravo.
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Angelo, really appreciated! Thank you also for sharing your opinion and experience!
@wayneshirley9536 2 жыл бұрын
One of the reasons I prefer (and own) the Ampero. It has the software which I use 90% of the time to make adjustments, so my touch screen gets very little use.
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
@@wayneshirley9536 Hi, I also tipically use much more the computer app...
@luknit Жыл бұрын
even LINE6 Helix does not have touch screen. It is telling something that the best for floor effect are physical buttons!
@SergeiVlassov 2 жыл бұрын
Hotone really surprised! Great review! Do you plan to check Boss IR-200?
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, thank you so much, I'm happy that you have appreciated the video! I don't have the IR 200...and unfortunately BOSS is not going to provide me one....so I don't know...maybe. Thank you!
@SergeiVlassov 2 жыл бұрын
@@LeoGibsonGtr considering the quality and features of HoTone, the reasonable question - are Boss prices are justified? IR 200 does not even have effects on board.
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
The IR 200 is pretty expensive...but we have also to say that it is in line with its main competitors like the strymon Iridium. Yes, Hotone NUX and Mooer are offering much more for less money...but this is the market right now. Thank you for your message!
@RossellaDeFalcoSoleyCelticHarp 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!!!! May I ask you if you can still include external pedal effects in the Ampero one at the end/start of the chain, even if there is no FX Loop? Thanks
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, yes, you can add external effect before and after the Ampero. In this way you cannot control the effects with the Ampero (I mean for instance switching them on or off), as they are not integrated in the Ampero internal signal chain. Thank you for your message!
@RossellaDeFalcoSoleyCelticHarp 2 жыл бұрын
@@LeoGibsonGtr Great! And where can I connect it (in the expression pedal input?) GRAZIE-MERCI-THANKS :)
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, you connect the guitar for instance to your overdrive pedal and then the output of the overdrive pedal goes into the guitar input of the Ampero, than from the regular out of the Ampero you go for instance in your delay pedal.
@RossellaDeFalcoSoleyCelticHarp 2 жыл бұрын
@@LeoGibsonGtr Thanks!! And this is what I will try on my Electric HARP :) :D
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Ahhh the arp...such an amazing instrument....actually one of my favourite "song" is the Mozart concert for flute and arp...I love it...
@zawaxe123 2 жыл бұрын
my opinion ill go to ampero coz pretty close sound :) but lack of features that i want on mx5
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, thank you for sharing!
@johnong2655 2 жыл бұрын
Wait till Ampero Stomp comes out. I think it could beat the budget range multifx
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Hi John, we can't wait for the Ampero Stomp...and stay tuned as I'm gonna be among the first ones to try it out!!!!
@johnong2655 2 жыл бұрын
@@LeoGibsonGtr Do you guys know when is the release date? I just kept hearing push back dates due to chip shortages
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, it should arrive within the end of the year, but I don't know the exact release date.
@DaveBode 2 жыл бұрын
Leo, great videos! I bought a MX5 thanks to your very helpful videos! I am fairly pleased with the MX5 but I found an area where it falls a bit short. The DYN III hard clips the waveform if the attack time is under 4ms. I wondered if the Ampero or other pedals also exhibit the same behavior.
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Dave, thank you so much, I'm really happy that you like the videos! I didn't notice that behavior....I have to check it out...thank you for this tip!
@aleksandarmitrovic6259 2 жыл бұрын
...quality of the reverb,delay,compressor...general dinamic of the pedal etc
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, the generic dynamic of the pedalboard, in my opinion, can be evaluated in the "more sound" section of the video, where I have done some dedicated tests. As regards the quality of effects, the risk is to introduce biased opinions: for the amp you have the reference amp, against which you can test the dynamic response, the note enveolope etc. but for the effects which is the reference? for instance which is the reference for a chorus? or a reverb? Nevertheless I'm trying to find out a way to check out the effects without introducing just biased opinions. Thank you for your message!
@marco_82 2 жыл бұрын
Scusate, io non riesco a trovare da nessuna parte la lista effettiva degli amp e degli effetti di entrambe le pedaliere. Qualcuno può aiutarmi? Grazie
@leifthune9071 2 жыл бұрын
I was curious, when performing your tests. Were you looking at he input level (on the units) at least between the MX5 and Ampero? I can understand not knowing the actual input from the guitar to the Marshall. Just curious if you were matching gain staging.
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, I reami always the same DI track, so the volume coming to the modeler is always the same. If the modeler has input gain, I try to keep it in the middle. Thank you
@AngelMartinez-qs3cf 2 жыл бұрын
Hi I have a question? Thank you so much for posting this. Have you ever tried or reviewed the BOSS GT-1? Thank you.
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, unfortunately I didn't, as I don't own the GT-1. Thank you for your message!
@enricofugazzi5206 2 жыл бұрын
Ciao Leo, hai mai provato l' Headrush Looperboard? Costicchia, ma se ho capito bene hai più o meno i suoni di una pedaliera, 4 loop separati, 300 loop di batteria, 4 ingressi, midi in e out, uscite bilanciate e non, etc.etc. alla fine si tratta di 799 Euro. Se la MX5 costa 499 euro i 300 euro con tutto quello che si può fare in più non mi sembrano esagerati.
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Ciao Enrico, non l'ho mai provata, ed effettivamente sempre interessante...un pò grandicella per i miei gusti...e soprattutto se ti piacciono i loop...bhè hai di che divertirti...😊 Non sono sicuro abbia le stesse possibilità di MX5 in termini di catena effetti, amp, etc....dovrei studiarla un pò... Grazie del messaggio!
@tetrodotoxin9782 Жыл бұрын
I love your accent 😁
@LeoGibsonGtr Жыл бұрын
Thank you soooo much, really appreciated!!!
@FIREMANsuperhero 2 жыл бұрын
The Ampero has noticeably more amp hiss to my ear. Do you hear the same? At 13:41 vs 15:27
@algorithm007ify 2 жыл бұрын
The Headrush is better IMO..you just need to tinker with it more. The default presets are rubbish.
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, thank you for sharing your opinion!
@GEORGESdeclara 2 жыл бұрын
I prefer my Nux MG-30, It sounds amazing!!!!
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, thank you for sharing your opinion!
@hanovergreen4091 2 жыл бұрын
I have one of both as well...prefer the MG-30 sounds as well.
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing!
@tophe95 2 жыл бұрын
Sold the ampero because of the usb 2x2 and dislike the trebble I found harshy. Also it has a vol input you can adjust, but silly no way to see the level!
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, thank you for sharing your experience!
@johnong2655 2 жыл бұрын
Ampero is quite warm and clean imo. I think you might probably missed out setting the output toggle switch and the global output mode. Never ever set to line mode unless you have an instrument with preamp
@kacperkrosnicki363 2 жыл бұрын
Hi awesome comparison! I think that ampero win that one . Can u compare the mx5 to some mooer multi ?
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, thank you, I'm happy you like this comparison! I have already compared the MX5 to the MG30, the POD GO and now the Ampero...maybe I will do another comparison with the Zoom G6.... Thank you!
@kacperkrosnicki363 2 жыл бұрын
@@LeoGibsonGtr i think zoom is bad idea... zoom is worst in every comparison . Maybe some boss or mooer :) (and can u do new video about 800$ multieffects ? I think that you are doing better comparison than months ago , thanks)
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, yes...Mooer GE 250 could be a good idea! Thank you!
@kacperkrosnicki363 2 жыл бұрын
@@LeoGibsonGtr thanks too
@robertmazzola1347 2 жыл бұрын
Great comparison. One thing you left out that’s really important to me is country of manufacture. The Ampero is apparently made in China. For me that’s a non-starter; I don’t care how good it is.
@Slavetskiy 2 жыл бұрын
As pedal guy shows, quad cores better than dual core
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, thank you for sharing!
@michelemori1765 2 жыл бұрын
buongiorno Leo . ho posseduto la hotone ampero e lo restituita dopo un giorno perche la catena effetti era fissa e non " Flex signal chain" come lei riporta . è un errore oppure è stata una mia svista e si può spostare gli effetti.? mi ricordo bene che si potevano solo accendere e spegnere ma non cambiare l ordine . inoltre andava facilmente in overload ovvero sovraccarico sistema già con pochi blocchi accesi. Michele
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
CIao Michele, effettivamente sono sicuro si possa fare. Forse è stato aggiunto con un firmware update successivo....non so dirti. Grazie del messaggio!
@michelemori1765 2 жыл бұрын
@@LeoGibsonGtr grazie mille per la dritta . ti seguo sempre.con piacere sei il migliore ! saluti Michele
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Grazie a te, mi fa molto piacere che il canale ti piaccia!!
@alfalubesrl5441 2 жыл бұрын
Possiedo l'Ampero MP-100 da un po' e confermo quanto scritto da Leo: uno dei primi aggiornamenti del firmware ha 'sbloccato' la catena rendendola totalmente flessibile. Con l'ultimo aggiornamento è possibile caricare 20 (anziché solo 10) IR di altri produttori Leo, ottimo lavoro e composizioni degne di un album. Sarà ma il tuo simpatico accento mi ricorda il parlato veneziano
@aleksandarmitrovic6259 2 жыл бұрын
Nobody ever talk about general quality of the sound...is it plastic sound or how much is amp like etc...
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, in the more sound section of the video I think that there are the answers to your questions, trying not to introduce biased opinions, but testing how the frequency response is managed, how the dynamic range is managed and how the note envelope is managed. Thank you for your message!
@user-eq8fw5qw9m 2 жыл бұрын
Так что из этого звучит лучше mx5 или ampero ?
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Well, in my opinion they have different tonal characteristic, I think that I the "more sound section" of this video you can verify which one you prefer. Thank you for your message!
@parquedosomsamuka938 2 жыл бұрын
Ampero easily wins!!
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing!
@josedavidrodriguezrios241 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Leo, I would like to know which one has the best pitch shifter or whammy effect of all units under 650 euros, i whish answer🙇🏾♂️
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
HI Jose, it's a pretty specific question, that requires a lot of work and investigation...I cannot assure that I will be able to do a video about this topic..for sure it is an interesting topic. Thank you!
@josedavidrodriguezrios241 2 жыл бұрын
@@LeoGibsonGtr well, I'm between POD GO and Mooer GE250, I'm justo gonna make click with closed eyes, It's Hard ti choose
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Yes... a pretty hard decision...both the units are good options...you can't go wrong...
@varunrocks2882 2 жыл бұрын
Ampero is best only one prob44k
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, thank you for sharing your opinion!!! Yes, also for me the 44.1 is a kind of a limitation...the new Ampero is around the corner...let's cross our fingers for an upgrade in this area!!! Thank you so much!!!
@varunrocks2882 2 жыл бұрын
Which one u prefer in 300 - 500 dollar for live n recording both
@andersjaderstrom4872 4 ай бұрын
Boss me 90
@LeoGibsonGtr 4 ай бұрын
Than you for sharing!
@ysfdiope 2 жыл бұрын
I think Ampero is better
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, thank you for sharing your opinion!
@buffdaddy2032 2 жыл бұрын
Huh?
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
🎸
@ryanequalizer 2 жыл бұрын
Both HeadRush MX 5 and Hotone Ampero sounding really bad. I went to their website and listened Demo sounds. too digital...better buy Boss or Line Stuff
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, thank you for sharing your opinion!
@user-tf9vn1ef1y 2 жыл бұрын
Ampero is more like JCM...
@LeoGibsonGtr 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, thank you for sharing!
@DanielDavis730 3 ай бұрын
The hotone is junk. The reverb unusable total junk going straight threw the amp or mixing deck. This video dont show nothing. Its all recorded with ubeut recordings
@LeoGibsonGtr 3 ай бұрын
May I ask you what does it mean "ubeut"?
@DanielDavis730 3 ай бұрын
@@LeoGibsonGtr great recordings. Most people on KZfaq do this. Then when u get it home .u find out u wasted your money.
@LeoGibsonGtr 3 ай бұрын
Well, I'm not a mixing engineer and I do all the mix myself, basically doing nothing on the guitar...If I can sound like this...you can do it too
@tonepot2339 2 жыл бұрын
It's a me-a, a Mario
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