Hi. I received delivery of this little amp today, and what a purchase it is. I can’t believe how loud it is, I was thinking, practice amp…quiet, when I turn the volume way down it’s still loud. That said, it’s a great piece of kit, I’m loving it 👍 What makes it even better is this video of yours helping with setting the tones etc, for that I really appreciate what you’ve given us my friend. You’ve done it proud. I used to have a Vox Valvetronic 15w a while back, and what was good with that amp was that it has an extra volume control on the back that let you set how loud or quiet it was without changing the parameters with its sound, it’s a pity this JC22 didn’t have that as well, it’d be great for this very small room I’m playing in. But…the neighbours will just have to get used to it lol
I really appreciate your comment mate and I’m glad I was helpful to you. You can disconnect the speakers plugging an headphone and if you record through the stereo line out then the volume knob will not affect the speakers and you can crank the volume as you want
I love this amp, coming from a Marshall tube amp it was a new experience for me dialling it in but honestly it’s a great platform for just about anything, especially big wide stereo delay and reverb tones!
Thanks for clearing up the bright switch for Me. I’ve been using the bright switch and turning the treble way down. I’ll try to eq it without the bright switch next time.
This could very well be THE BEST video on the JC's "secret" hidden features and capabilities. What an AWESOME device indeed with just the Depth control feature by itself even! Wow. Thank You, Great presentation and, I wish your soft spoken voice audio was louder though.
I was so happy when I stumbled on the trick where you set the rate to off and the depth to 2 or 3. It gives you the fuller sound without much of the chorus. With both chorus settings off, the JC isn’t as impressive. Why didn’t I notice the OFf setting? Why?
Thanks for the video... One question - at 6:00 the Jazz Chorus magic without the modulation.... you suddenly had two leads plugged in!!! Can you explain what you were doing there? Up til that point you had only one lead plugged into the mono jack. Are the two leads needed to get the depth effect? And what were the two input signals?
I’m using the jc22 in stereo, thanks to its stereo input. For sure I was using my TC Ditto Stereo, with a stereo delay plugged in front of it. Please subscribe mate
Hi Robert Boss just released amp stands that are better than this Roland’s . Check them on their website. Anyway you may find this Roland amp stands also on Amazon. Any amp stand is good for this purpose. Check Quiklok. And please subscribe
Great demo thank you. Would love to see a stand-alone demo of a pedalboard with modulation put through the effects loop and also used with the stereo inputs, as I just can’t picture how that might work. You mentioned a 6 cable method… 🤯
It's the 4 cable method, only stereo. Almost every demo I make it's already stereo in and loop. But maybe you are asking how to plug a pedalboard that way?
Thanks for this - I'd been thinking about getting this amp for a while and you eventually persuaded me to get one Your point on the bright switch is well made, I find as well as compensating for different pickups it can make a massive difference on heavier distortions and fuzzes and rescue them from sounding sludgy
Do you gig or mostly play at home? Hb or single coils? Do you play at night? The 40 is the all rounder, the 22 is much more enjoyable at home. The 40 handles better hot guitars and heavy tones, the 22 is the better choice 80% of the times. I'm working on a specific video about your question, please subscribe to my channel if you haven't already mate.
Ok, I’m still very much enjoying my JC22 on a daily basis, but what is the best stereo effect, that is not boutique or expensive, for someone to experiment with the JC22’s stereo capabilities. Buon fine settimana
I had an helix and a gt1000 and the JC worked great tone wise with those pedalboards. I sold both pedalboards eventually because in the end I'm at ease with pedals. Please subscribe to my channel if you haven't already mate.
Could you do a video explaining more about different settings using the effects loop and stereo inputs? I own a HX effects and sometimes it starts coupling(? dont know the exact word in english, its a loud noise like when you have the distortion on and the guitar too close to the amp) when im using it through the effects loop in parallel, but in series it doesn't happen. i'm trying to experiment with it but don't want to damage the speakers by doing so :( help pls
All very good tips! When you run drive in front and modulation in the returns, do you prefer to increase the modulation wet mix more than you would if you were going into the front?
Hi Eddie, in this video it's just amp reverb but there is delay just to deepen things. I use reverb from pedal and amp just when I use a looper in the efx loop and I want to give some air to the drums. But it's not the case of this video. I changed all my loopers by the way and now both RC5 and 500 have their own reverb. Thanks for the comment, if you haven't already please subscribe mate
Great video and channel as you have all the JC variants. Can I ask if you have an issue with the background hiss/noise of the JC 22? Some reviews say this is an issue even with the volume at zero while others claim it is a quiet amp.
Thanks for great video. Does this amp give you a good guitar feeling? I just bought the JC-40, it's a lovely feeling and feedback, but I have to give it back as it's too loud to play at home. I am afraid that the JC-22 will not be "flat".
I prefer the 22 feeling wise. Loud enough to play at home without disturbing the people around you. Define flat and please subscribe to my channel if you haven't already
Realise video is older + I may of watched this long time ago ,I cant recall. JC 22, I bought one of these before they were in stock at lical music stores, special order. Ive always had 1 soeaker combo amps except for my minin Marshall stack always has small 5 watt tube amps or Marshall Solid state with tube pre amps so this amp is totally different + I know im not getting the most from it . I never learned how to use it in stereo . Do I need a stereo pedal and two cables to do this maybe,I think? Thank you in advance ,JB from East Coast USA
Yes mate, you need a stereo pedal and 2/3 cables to benefit of the stereo capabilities of your amp. If you look carefully the input is divided in Left and Right and in the back there is a stereo ex loop, mono in/stereo out. You can buy a pedal like the TC Plethora X3 to have a range of hi-quality ambient effects that are perfect in the loop but also great in the front. Thanks
Hi! I’m about to get a jc 22 this week for apartment use and i wonder how the amp sounds when the volume is at 8 or 9 o’clock? Also, is there any high jump when we dial in the volume from 0 to 1? Much thanks!
TheSpaceGuitar oh sorry i need to rephrase, i’m going to play at volume 2 or 3, can I dial it really low though? Since i keep the same volume on my vox pathfinder 15r and that’s already loud enough for my apartment
Another great video! I've been going through your content lately because I'm really considering getting a JC-22 or JC-40 to complement my Vox AC15. Your videos are informative, and just nice to listen to all around. You mentioned using a preamp with this amp... If I wanted to get a bit more tube amp texture but keep the Jazz Chorus clarity, would it be a good idea to put a preamp before my effects pedals and plug straight into the effects loop return to bypass the Roland's preamp?
Thanks for the kind words, you subscribed, haven't you? You made me a very good question and the answer can't be short. But trying to be accurate I would say, no. Plug always in the front of the amp. About the Preamp if it's just some kind of eq/boost you can either choose to run it after the drive or last in the front chain if you don't play stereo. If it's more complicated stuff like a tube Preamp you can try in the loop, even in parallel. Today I received a great pedal that maybe it's the best solution for having tube-like tones at a fair price. Please bear in mind that right now I refuse to get Paid for demos because I prefer to be free and cooperate with builders. This pedal is an Italian handmade boutique amp in a box, very natural and transparent but very violent if you want. It's the Costalab Natural Drive. I will demo it shortly but definitely check it out. Please tell me if I answered you
@@TheSpaceGuitar Yessir, I am subscribed! I think you've helped me find an answer. I'm definitely going for something like a tube preamp. I love my Vox's tube sound, but it doesn't have quite enough clarity for my more ambient effects, which is why I'm interested in the Roland JC. I'm trying to get the best of both worlds by using a preamp to keep a bit of that tube amp texture! I've heard that you shouldn't run two preamps in a signal chain, so that's why I was wondering if I should bypass the Roland's preamp by using the FX loop return. I'll want to run a stereo rig for recording, which is a big reason why I'm interested in the Jazz Chorus. As for which preamp I'm trying to get, I've been looking at the Vox Mystic Edge so far. Thanks for recommending the Costalab Natural Drive. I'll definitely have to check that one out as I weigh my options!
@@cameronmoore7675 A very good preamp (sort of...) is the Wampler Pantheon. Transparent and with the ability to stay clean with just some grit, or a lot of gain on tap that you can clean up with guitar volume. I love Victory's Pre...but they cost as a JC...
@@TheSpaceGuitar I'm glad you commented on this, because I posted it as a joke, moved on, and then thought "maybe they actually made a 200 watt version of the JC". sure enough, I looked it up and wanted to erase the bad joke but couldn't remember which video I put it on. But, seriously, a 200 watt version of the JC would just be too loud for any human to actually use... it could blow the moon out of space. Thanks for the content, you've convinced me I need a 22
JC 22 Owner here with a question about the effects loop. Do you set yours to Series or Parallel? Also my setup is as follows Guitar (P90 Les Paul/Fender Mustang with Single Coil and Humbuckers) to Joyo Compression Pedal to Blues Driver to Front of Amp. In the Effects Loop I have a Joyo American Sound to a Stereo Delay to the L and R Return on the Loop. Does that seem correct? If I added a Big Muff would you put that first?
Hi Sherman, the chain is correct, but as it is you can also plug everything in the front using the stereo output of the delay. Anyway, yes, the big muff, goes in front, possibly first in chain, even before compression. If I were in you I add a stereo reverb, and try it in the stereo front, even with the delay in the loop. If you add a looper put it last and always remember that the Jc modulation is always at the end of the chain so if you want a chorus before delay you have to buy a pedal. Please subscribe to my channel if you haven’t already!
Oh man. That Wampler Euphoria bass control is just way too much for me. I had one and it was probably at 9 o’clock most of the time. Just too fuzzy muddy for me.
Good info, but you'd be better off memorizing short clips of information and splicing them together later rather than always looking up and off camera to read your text. Love the sound of the roland tho.
You are right but I make videos in my free time and don't have much time to prepare. Also English is not my mother tongue and even if I'm fluent I always have fear to forget something. Please subscribe anyway my friend
I came here for some tips on the use of my JC40, stayed for the tasty playing!
Thanks mate I appreciate your words, please subscribe and dig deep those tones
Hi. I received delivery of this little amp today, and what a purchase it is.
I can’t believe how loud it is, I was thinking, practice amp…quiet, when I turn the volume way down it’s still loud.
That said, it’s a great piece of kit, I’m loving it 👍
What makes it even better is this video of yours helping with setting the tones etc, for that I really appreciate what you’ve given us my friend.
You’ve done it proud.
I used to have a Vox Valvetronic 15w a while back, and what was good with that amp was that it has an extra volume control on the back that let you set how loud or quiet it was without changing the parameters with its sound, it’s a pity this JC22 didn’t have that as well, it’d be great for this very small room I’m playing in.
But…the neighbours will just have to get used to it lol
I really appreciate your comment mate and I’m glad I was helpful to you. You can disconnect the speakers plugging an headphone and if you record through the stereo line out then the volume knob will not affect the speakers and you can crank the volume as you want
Absolutly best tones I heard yet on YT with that equipment,. Good Job!
Thank you my friend, I really appreciate your comment. Please consider subscribing to my channel if you haven't already
I love this amp, coming from a Marshall tube amp it was a new experience for me dialling it in but honestly it’s a great platform for just about anything, especially big wide stereo delay and reverb tones!
This is a great amp, one of the most versatile in the world, despite the name. Please subscribe
Just so happens that I am picking one of these up tomorrow. Great vid!
Nice! Enjoy then! And subscribe if you haven't
Thanks for clearing up the bright switch for
Me. I’ve been using the bright switch and turning the treble way down. I’ll try to eq it without the bright switch next time.
I'm glad you find it useful!
This could very well be THE BEST video on the JC's "secret" hidden features and capabilities. What an AWESOME device indeed with just the Depth control feature by itself even! Wow. Thank You, Great presentation and, I wish your soft spoken voice audio was louder though.
Yea mate I know, I’ve improved my recording gear since then, please subscribe
@@TheSpaceGuitar Subscribed today! Your presentations are full of super Useful tips too! Thanks.
Brilliant demo, love your style calm, informative thank you 👍
Love your comment mate, please subscribe 😊
Great video! Great tips! I bought a console table a couple weeks ago to lift my amps and store my cables and pedals on the shelves.
Lifting the amp is a key factor for the 22
I was so happy when I stumbled on the trick where you set the rate to off and the depth to 2 or 3. It gives you the fuller sound without much of the chorus. With both chorus settings off, the JC isn’t as impressive. Why didn’t I notice the OFf setting? Why?
Because I'm a chorus nerd mate! 🤣🤣
overdrives sound good in the 22? sometimes people claim that jazz chorus dont handle overdrives/distortion properly ?
Some do and some don’t. The Boss Blues Driver is perfect through a Jazz chorus, for example. You can find some specific videos in my channel.
Thanks for this very useful video.
Thanks David
Great playing by the way.
Too kind David
Thanks for the video... One question - at 6:00 the Jazz Chorus magic without the modulation.... you suddenly had two leads plugged in!!! Can you explain what you were doing there? Up til that point you had only one lead plugged into the mono jack. Are the two leads needed to get the depth effect? And what were the two input signals?
I’m using the jc22 in stereo, thanks to its stereo input. For sure I was using my TC Ditto Stereo, with a stereo delay plugged in front of it. Please subscribe mate
Great little amp, really is a bit of a hidden gem. Fantastic board 👍
Thanks mate, please subscribe to my channel if you haven't already
Thanks, excellent video, very useful .. How can i bought those stands for the amp??, i can´t find them
Hi Robert Boss just released amp stands that are better than this Roland’s . Check them on their website. Anyway you may find this Roland amp stands also on Amazon. Any amp stand is good for this purpose. Check Quiklok. And please subscribe
@@TheSpaceGuitar thank you very much, i´ll looking those as you mention, i´m already subscribed very nice videos, very nice work
Great demo thank you. Would love to see a stand-alone demo of a pedalboard with modulation put through the effects loop and also used with the stereo inputs, as I just can’t picture how that might work. You mentioned a 6 cable method… 🤯
It's the 4 cable method, only stereo. Almost every demo I make it's already stereo in and loop. But maybe you are asking how to plug a pedalboard that way?
@@TheSpaceGuitar yes, that is what I’m asking as it turns out
Thanks for this - I'd been thinking about getting this amp for a while and you eventually persuaded me to get one
Your point on the bright switch is well made, I find as well as compensating for different pickups it can make a massive difference on heavier distortions and fuzzes and rescue them from sounding sludgy
Thank mate I'm glad you find this video useful. Please subscribe to my channel if you haven't already
Thanks for the tip on the chorus. I actually can't stand the vibrato and use chorus to add depth.
There is always something new to discover with these amps
i just got the jc22, i have noticed it doesn't have a mp3/aux in jack, so how do you play backing track through this amp (if you ever)?
I create my own backing tracks with a Boss RC looper connected in the efx loop.
I’’m going in circles wether i should get the JC 40 or the JC 22,,,
Do you gig or mostly play at home? Hb or single coils? Do you play at night? The 40 is the all rounder, the 22 is much more enjoyable at home.
The 40 handles better hot guitars and heavy tones, the 22 is the better choice 80% of the times.
I'm working on a specific video about your question, please subscribe to my channel if you haven't already mate.
Ok, I’m still very much enjoying my JC22 on a daily basis, but what is the best stereo effect, that is not boutique or expensive, for someone to experiment with the JC22’s stereo capabilities. Buon fine settimana
Hi David, depending on your budget I can suggest TC Plethora X5, boss DD200, second hand boss rv6 and dd7 or DD8. I'd go for rv6 and Dd7/DD8
What do you think about running amps digital modelers on the Fx loop of the JC22? Thoughts? Recommendations?
I had an helix and a gt1000 and the JC worked great tone wise with those pedalboards. I sold both pedalboards eventually because in the end I'm at ease with pedals. Please subscribe to my channel if you haven't already mate.
Could you do a video explaining more about different settings using the effects loop and stereo inputs? I own a HX effects and sometimes it starts coupling(? dont know the exact word in english, its a loud noise like when you have the distortion on and the guitar too close to the amp) when im using it through the effects loop in parallel, but in series it doesn't happen. i'm trying to experiment with it but don't want to damage the speakers by doing so :( help pls
Parallel efx is for vintage, noisy efx pedals. For everything else use serial mate. And please subscribe
All very good tips!
When you run drive in front and modulation in the returns, do you prefer to increase the modulation wet mix more than you would if you were going into the front?
I go always full throttle. Sometimes 3/4. Depends on the modulation
Thanks! I must experiment later after work!
First of all thanks for the tips, Seems like you’re using reverb on the pedal but any reason why you put amp reverb on 12 during the demo?
Hi Eddie, in this video it's just amp reverb but there is delay just to deepen things. I use reverb from pedal and amp just when I use a looper in the efx loop and I want to give some air to the drums. But it's not the case of this video. I changed all my loopers by the way and now both RC5 and 500 have their own reverb. Thanks for the comment, if you haven't already please subscribe mate
Great video and channel as you have all the JC variants. Can I ask if you have an issue with the background hiss/noise of the JC 22? Some reviews say this is an issue even with the volume at zero while others claim it is a quiet amp.
Dead silent amp mate, don’t worry about it. It’s the best in the actual JC range for that. Please subscribe to my channel if you haven’t already!
Thanks for great video. Does this amp give you a good guitar feeling? I just bought the JC-40, it's a lovely feeling and feedback, but I have to give it back as it's too loud to play at home. I am afraid that the JC-22 will not be "flat".
I prefer the 22 feeling wise. Loud enough to play at home without disturbing the people around you. Define flat and please subscribe to my channel if you haven't already
Realise video is older + I may of watched this long time ago ,I cant recall. JC 22, I bought one of these before they were in stock at lical music stores, special order. Ive always had 1 soeaker combo amps except for my minin Marshall stack always has small 5 watt tube amps or Marshall Solid state with tube pre amps so this amp is totally different + I know im not getting the most from it . I never learned how to use it in stereo . Do I need a stereo pedal and two cables to do this maybe,I think? Thank you in advance ,JB from East Coast USA
Yes mate, you need a stereo pedal and 2/3 cables to benefit of the stereo capabilities of your amp.
If you look carefully the input is divided in Left and Right and in the back there is a stereo ex loop, mono in/stereo out. You can buy a pedal like the TC Plethora X3 to have a range of hi-quality ambient effects that are perfect in the loop but also great in the front.
Thanks
Hi! I’m about to get a jc 22 this week for apartment use and i wonder how the amp sounds when the volume is at 8 or 9 o’clock?
Also, is there any high jump when we dial in the volume from 0 to 1? Much thanks!
Hi the amp i very progressive. The 22 at 8/9 is useless. If you plan to play that loud buy the JC40. Please subscribe if you haven't already
TheSpaceGuitar oh sorry i need to rephrase, i’m going to play at volume 2 or 3, can I dial it really low though? Since i keep the same volume on my vox pathfinder 15r and that’s already loud enough for my apartment
@@wendoganda9887 don't worry about the volume on the 22. It can whisper
TheSpaceGuitar ended up getting the jc22 and it surely can whisper!
@@wendoganda9887 Hey wendo, do you prefer the JC-22 or the Vox Pathfinder 15r?
Put a multy effect board threw with distortion show people what it can do
Ok mate
Another great video! I've been going through your content lately because I'm really considering getting a JC-22 or JC-40 to complement my Vox AC15. Your videos are informative, and just nice to listen to all around.
You mentioned using a preamp with this amp... If I wanted to get a bit more tube amp texture but keep the Jazz Chorus clarity, would it be a good idea to put a preamp before my effects pedals and plug straight into the effects loop return to bypass the Roland's preamp?
Thanks for the kind words, you subscribed, haven't you?
You made me a very good question and the answer can't be short. But trying to be accurate I would say, no. Plug always in the front of the amp. About the Preamp if it's just some kind of eq/boost you can either choose to run it after the drive or last in the front chain if you don't play stereo. If it's more complicated stuff like a tube Preamp you can try in the loop, even in parallel. Today I received a great pedal that maybe it's the best solution for having tube-like tones at a fair price. Please bear in mind that right now I refuse to get Paid for demos because I prefer to be free and cooperate with builders. This pedal is an Italian handmade boutique amp in a box, very natural and transparent but very violent if you want. It's the Costalab Natural Drive. I will demo it shortly but definitely check it out. Please tell me if I answered you
@@TheSpaceGuitar Yessir, I am subscribed!
I think you've helped me find an answer. I'm definitely going for something like a tube preamp. I love my Vox's tube sound, but it doesn't have quite enough clarity for my more ambient effects, which is why I'm interested in the Roland JC. I'm trying to get the best of both worlds by using a preamp to keep a bit of that tube amp texture!
I've heard that you shouldn't run two preamps in a signal chain, so that's why I was wondering if I should bypass the Roland's preamp by using the FX loop return. I'll want to run a stereo rig for recording, which is a big reason why I'm interested in the Jazz Chorus.
As for which preamp I'm trying to get, I've been looking at the Vox Mystic Edge so far. Thanks for recommending the Costalab Natural Drive. I'll definitely have to check that one out as I weigh my options!
@@cameronmoore7675 A very good preamp (sort of...) is the Wampler Pantheon. Transparent and with the ability to stay clean with just some grit, or a lot of gain on tap that you can clean up with guitar volume. I love Victory's Pre...but they cost as a JC...
@@TheSpaceGuitar Thanks! You're giving me a lot of great options to check out here!
Everything's fine mate? I'm not hearing from you since quite some time now...
I have a JC-200. Very rare 200 watt version of the Jazz Chorus.
Oh nice. What cabinet do you use with the 200? Please subscribe to my channel if you haven't already mate
@@TheSpaceGuitar I'm glad you commented on this, because I posted it as a joke, moved on, and then thought "maybe they actually made a 200 watt version of the JC". sure enough, I looked it up and wanted to erase the bad joke but couldn't remember which video I put it on. But, seriously, a 200 watt version of the JC would just be too loud for any human to actually use... it could blow the moon out of space. Thanks for the content, you've convinced me I need a 22
@@kcapkcans well the strangest thing of the 200 was the twin 2x12 cabinet that came with the amp. I think it can be a lush earthquake!
@@TheSpaceGuitar "Lush Earthquake" is my Wrestling/Pornstar name
JC 22 Owner here with a question about the effects loop. Do you set yours to Series or Parallel? Also my setup is as follows Guitar (P90 Les Paul/Fender Mustang with Single Coil and Humbuckers) to Joyo Compression Pedal to Blues Driver to Front of Amp. In the Effects Loop I have a Joyo American Sound to a Stereo Delay to the L and R Return on the Loop. Does that seem correct?
If I added a Big Muff would you put that first?
Hi Sherman, the chain is correct, but as it is you can also plug everything in the front using the stereo output of the delay. Anyway, yes, the big muff, goes in front, possibly first in chain, even before compression. If I were in you I add a stereo reverb, and try it in the stereo front, even with the delay in the loop. If you add a looper put it last and always remember that the Jc modulation is always at the end of the chain so if you want a chorus before delay you have to buy a pedal. Please subscribe to my channel if you haven’t already!
Thanks for responding. Do you suggest moving the stereo Delay to the front of the Amp? Any particular Stereo reverb pedal you’d recommend?
@@Eliellasdad in your case yes, try Boss DD3t or DD series in general. Check my video about Boss DD series.
Oh man. That Wampler Euphoria bass control is just way too much for me. I had one and it was probably at 9 o’clock most of the time. Just too fuzzy muddy for me.
Agree. Sold mine. Great tone but too much of everything, especially volume.
Good info, but you'd be better off memorizing short clips of information and splicing them together later rather than always looking up and off camera to read your text. Love the sound of the roland tho.
You are right but I make videos in my free time and don't have much time to prepare. Also English is not my mother tongue and even if I'm fluent I always have fear to forget something. Please subscribe anyway my friend