This is a demo of all the presets on a Line6 Spider V 20 amp using my Schecter c-1 platinum guitar with stock EMG 81/81. I go through the presets and just change the pickup positions.
Great review. I believe this is a situational amp. Using it for serious play it’s awful but that’s to be expected for the price point. In the other hand it’s an excellent amp to use for practice or something more portable. Some of the presets are good, some are decent and a few are bad. I think some people are a little critical in asking to much out of this amp considering it’s price point. If this was a $400 amp it be a very different situation lol. You did a good job reviewing it. Defiantly subscribed, keep the good work brother.
Yes It's awful.Maybe the worst amp.This amp's price should have been 50$ not 120$.A boss katana way better and a fender mustang which costs 110$.Shame for line 6
@@jims1046 yeah it is something that may have been worth it a few years ago but not now. There are too many companies that have come a long way and to price something at the same rate as an awesome plugin from Neural DSP is just crazy marketing
@@jims1046 that amp is killer for the price. I tend to like plugins more due to space and the way my setup is. But I may have something coming that changes all of that
I hope your niece has had better luck with that one than I did. I just bought that same amp in the "limited Red Edition" which just has red grill cloth. It kept disconnecting from the app while I was trying to change and edit presets. It took forever for me to finally get to download and try a total of about 6 presets from the Line 6 cloud. It sounded awesome for such a small amp. Sounded much bigger too. But, on the second day, I turned it on and started tuning my guitar and about three strings in, the amp just turned itself off. When I turned it back on, the FX lights would flash for a split second and it turned itself off again. Called Line 6 and that guy could not possibly have cared any less. I called M.F. (Geoff Crooks is great. Ask for him and tell him I sent you. He will go out of his way to treat you right and, he represents both M.F & Guitar Center) and returned it for refund because they were out of the red edition. It sucks because, like I said, it sounded great and I loved it but, you can't have everything and most of the time, you can't have anything.
Dang man that is ruff 😳 I have come to the point in testing gear that unless you are willing to spend a more premium price ($800 and up) it is hard to get something that is legendary status. There are some "decent" amps around the $250-$500 range (stay tuned for that) but honestly I am sold on plugins. Neural DSP makes top notch plugins that are very hard to beat and well worth every penny and a complete steal in my opinion
Very cool little amp for recording and playing at home! It'd probably keep up on smaller gigs, but obviously it has to do it's job in your room. Very great demo too man! Subscribed ;D
Thank you so much 🙏 Ya it is something for small gigs but I would highly recommend looking into Neural DSP plugins if you are looking more for home recordings 🤘🔥🔥🤘
I bought one of these used. When the preset knob on the far left is turned to different settings the FX lights come on in different variations with each turn of the knob. Also, the volume level is different on each turn of the preset knob, blasting loud on one setting and lower on another, each has a different volume without touching the volume knob. Is all this normal or is there something wrong with the software in the amp?
@@vancvrman604 that is a good question. Honestly I’m not sure with what updates they have made. I know in some custom presets artists will often change the volume/EQ but if it is stock it should not do that
@@lisafoster9190 I’m not sure what the price is for one these days and also depending on what your budget is there are a lot better options than this on today’s market
Good question, not really sure what that tone would sound like but I’m sure if you turn the mids down a bit and see what modes black metal uses you could come up with something similar 👍
Thanks for the review. I had a couple questions. 1. when recording with your software, was there an input delay from the amp to the computer? 2. does the amp output the effects to the computer or does it only output a "clean" tone?
Great questions, yes there is a delay because of the audio signal that needs to be translated but if you are recording it the DAW should capture it. I don't have the amp with me to try it but honestly I would look for a different one like the Boss Katana or a Neural DSP plugin
From what I remember it only has the front input jacks. Depending on your budget you could probably get a decent cab for the amp. This is definitely a beginner amp and not something meant for multi purpose outside of its original design 🤘🔥🔥🤘
Hola tengo este equipo; toco la guitarra solo, por el usb le meto ritmos de bateria y por el input le tengo conectada la guitarra; la pregunta es ¿hay alguna forma de meterle un micrófono también? -compré un jack con 2 entradas y una salida para el input pero al enchufar micro y guitarra el ampli solo recibe una-. Por lo demás estoy supercontento con este amplificador. Gracias
If you are asking for a rock type sound it has a few variations of it. But if you know how to use plugins I would recommend going with something from Neural DSP. If not then you could also look at the BOSS KATANA which is around the same price but better
I got this amp recently and im new to guitar but should it do a crackling sound when i hit the E and A string...in clean it produces the sound and than crackles i dont think it is normal
@@mcchurch118 Hey man thanks for the reply....well the guitar is new...the amp and the cable is also new... I went to the store and showed the guy a recording when you can clearly hear it and he said it night be either the guitar pickups...im taking the guitar amp and cable there to see whats the issue but could be the pickup...cos the neck pickup feels a bit loose and the outer wrapping of it looks like its a bit off...idk im 2 weeks new to this world of the guitar and i dont really get these things yet but im working on it....would love to not have run into technical issues in the beggining but what can you do.
@@gjergjipapa4063 I gotcha, ya learning about issues is not something you want as a beginner lol but I hope they can help. I'm no expert but you can always hit me up on Instagram (McChurch118) as I am very active on there and feel free to hit me up with any questions or concerns you may have 🤘
@@gjergjipapa4063 I appreciate it 🙌 this channel exists because other UA-camrs interacted with me. But ya, just hit me up if you need anything, I try to respond as fast as I can but sometimes I don't see all the YT notifications so IG is where I live lol
If you route it to the front of the house maybe, but this thing is not worth buying. I recommend looking into Neural DSP plugins. If you want to talk more about it hit me up on twitch.tv/mcchurch118
@@mcchurch118 dude, I was kidding. If I'm playing somewhere large I'm not buying this. I'm looking into a cabinet and Randall head currently. That being said, I own this amp. It's meh. Maybe I don't know all the tricks to it but it's aight.
@@rubar1025 I figured as much, but I always answer comments on here, good/bad/indifferent lol. Randall is a good brand for sure; I don't have space for all that so I'm getting the QC
@@mcchurch118 sorry for posting whilst inebriated lol. Just being stupid. It's a decent amp, I just wish it had more knobs. Too many "push twice for this", "push three times for this"...I miss the old days when I just had a 1x12 Bandit. Dirty and just pedals.
There is a way, I would take it back and get a plugin from Neural DSP. This amp is not worth the money and Neural has better options with superior sound 👍
@@Kritickikonstruktivno if you are decent with computers I would not. Check out Neural DSP plugins. All you need is an interface and those plugins are WAY better than this amp
I have some problems while recording via this amp. When i crank some gain up (even a little bit) it sounds good from the amp speaker and horrible on recording. The sound is very sandy with a lot of treble and high mids. Maybe you know how to fix it? I would be very grateful)
You will control all your presets, you can download more presets form the cloud to your amp, is going to be much easier to create and tweak your presets as you can reach all the options easily and see icons of all your amps and Fx similar to the real thing they represent (way better than just having a list of them), easier to change the position of the presets or rename them, you can record on you PC using the Spider as an interface, you can play backing tracks from your PC on you Spider while you play it. Well, so many things! For me is a must to plug it into a PC, laptop, tablet or mobile running the Spider Remote App.
@@ivan_talivan But when choosing the setting's on the app, can you play them to your guitar. Like can you use the the more presets and use them and play them with your guitar to see what they sound like, if that makes sense ?
@@veronicarotin6817 Yes, absolutely! That's how you create your tones, what ever you choose you try it out instantly and start tweaking, making adjustments until you get the sound you are looking for. You can make any change on the fly! You just need to save it to recall that tone in the future. Will suggest you to watch other videos of the Spider V where you can see how works the Spider Remote App. Any other question let me know.
I know it sounds goofy but the only reason I bought this amp is because it had OLA ENGLUNDS name on the red sticker adhesed to the front 😂...this tiny amp actually has some pretty chunky gain settings for lower tunings like drop D or DROP C🤟🤟🤟🤟🤟
Thank you for the comment. If you haven't subscribed yet please do so you don't miss out! This video was done in a hurry as I only had a short time to run throw everything and record it. But I agree that the backing tracks are a little too high on this one.
Great review but guys don't buy this amp It sucks.I have one and It's awful.Give some more money and buy a katana and you are finished.Don't waste your money to this one If you want It for rock and metal(not clean) It is very bad.
I agree. The price point may be tempting but unless your options are limited i would not go with this amp. As I said, this was a gift so I didn't go crazy on the price. If you have an interface I would highly recommend Neural DSP, if not then yes save up and get a katana
@@mcchurch118 Thanks!I liked your review and I tried to make my v20 sound better by doing what you did but nothing.I'm buying a katana and I'm done.Also I have the 1st model of the v20 so maybe It isn't improved that's why is sounds bad.Maybe the mk2 is much better I don't know...
@@jims1046 if you are looking for something less expensive but still amazing quality i highly recommend Neural DSP plugins. But if you are looking for a travel amp then yeah the katana is a good choice
@@jims1046 gotcha. I'm working on my next video that will have my 10 favorite pieces of gear from 2020. Neural DSP is on the list more than once. Some of their plugins do have pedals as well as amp heads
I just bought one at guitar center a couple days ago...for the 120 dollars you really can't complain because I've spent almost 3oo dollars just for 1 pedal 😂before so for the price point you're getting a amp with a bunch of effects built in... I have several different amps from line 6,, marshall,,orange,, joyo zombie ,,vox,,and they all have a specific purpose depends on what type of music I'm playing at that moment.....I also use different guitars,,, Epiphone Les Paul,, Ibanez's,,music man sterling,, HARLEY Benton,,Jackson's,,🤟🤟🤟🤟🤟🤟🤷🤷🤷🎸🎸🎸🎸
Every preset sounds bad. It makes me want a basic amp that doesn't try to emulate something. When I try to create a preset with my phone, the connection is constantly interrupted. The knob positions seem to not stay consistent between presets.
Thank you for the comment. If you haven't subscribed yet please do so you don't miss out! So with this amp, you kinda get what you pay for. When you look at the price for most tube amps you can see why amps like this one are not that good. If you are looking to get the best bang for your buck you need to visit www.neuraldsp.com/ All their plugins are 14 days free trial and well worth it
I agree too. When you are a beginner it is really helpful but when you pass this step and you get a bit better this system with the presets always limits you.
@@dimtzannet3437 100% true. If someone gets an interface and even uses a free plugin, I think that is far better than this thing. I could see these "beginner" amps slowly dying due to the vast options and quality plugins offer these days
Fun fact for its bigger brother the v30. Get your self a used mkI and do a firmware download and it turns it into a mkII. Picked one up for $100 and it does everything a new MkII Can do.
That is awesome! If this amp works for someone then by all means have at; after I played the Soldano plugin from Neural DSP I was so impressed that I had to buy that thing immediately 🤘🔥🔥🤘
Thank you for the comment. If you haven't subscribed yet please do so you don't miss out! It sounds like there is a grounding issue going on. Do you just have the guitar plugged into it?
I have a problem where the FX tabs will flash different colours and the amp just stops working while im playing.. this happens usually about 10 minutes into playing and im not quite sure why. anybody know any fixes/what the problem is?
Great job man. Can i ask you how did you connect amp line 6 v 20 to pc? Can i use out for phones (jack 3,5) and connext to pc ? Or use phones(jack3,5) connect to sound card ? Or use usb ?
I used a specific USB cable you can find online for $10-$20.00 on Amazon. Using an AUX cord will not work, the signal will not be recognized. But it also depends on what you want to do with it (home practice, gigs, a gift?) There may be other and better options out there
That is all going to depend on what is your style. I tend to draw inspiration from the tones I get, but don't be afraid to mess with the knobs to get a tone that you like.
I just got this same exact amp. I know it has the USB outlet that will connect to pc but my question is about the phones jack. I don't care to have my head leashed by some long cord to the amp. Cordless earbuds or full headphones usually require a bluetooth connection. This amp doesn't offer bluetooth (or does it?) & I haven't found anything online like cordless headphones with a standard input for the amp phones jack. What do you recommend I do? (Sometimes I just want to play without broadcasting out loud but, without my head tethered to an amp. The guitar cord is no problem, of course. Having a second is just too much. Thanks...
This one does not have that feature as far as I know, and most amps that would have Bluetooth are going to be around $400. And even then they may not work due to the signal type. Bluetooth has a different type of frequency that only a solid-state amps can process and you are going to pay for that feature. I have a set of headphones (ATH-M40x) and the cable is long enough that it doesn't bother me.
I would need to mic it up and at the time I didn't have one. The lapel is not meant for capturing amps so going through the computer allows me to capture the best sound quality of the amp 🤘🔥🔥🤘
This amp isn't too bad. I bought the first version of the V20. I took this amp over to my ex-girlfriend's parents's house back in August of last year for her birthday. The amp had a good amount of volume while I played Happy Birthday on my Glarry strat. My ex, and I would jam out to Taylor Swift Songs, and I'd play Bullet for my Valentine on my Glarry strat while it was plugged into the amp. Not bad for an amp. I updated the firmware in October. It sounds okay. Not too bad of an amp. I got my Peavey Vypyr VIP2, and I'd agree that the Peavey amp sounds 10 times better than this little amp. But I'm not going to say that Line 6 is worse than Peavey. It's based off of personal preference. I enjoy Line 6, and Peavey very much! Would I get this amp again? Probably not. I'd probably get the Line 6 Spider Classic 15. Overall, this amp isn't too bad! I miked this amp using my Blue Yetti microphone. Check out the video here if you want to hear what that sounds like! Also, sub to my other channel that's dedicated to guitar! ua-cam.com/video/kyO1Myq79GA/v-deo.html
I can say without a doubt that if someone can use a plugin that is well worth it vs this amp. Neural DSP knocks it out of the park with their plugins with high quality models, pedals, effects, and presets for half the cost of this thing. And probably the first time I heard someone using a Glarry, I tend to stay away from unknown brands like that unless I know they are just starting up and have a good track record, and that mic is definitely not meant to mic up an amp, but if that is all you have I understand. You gotta make use with what you got 👍
so the yeti was being recorded as a screen capture while the amp was going into the DAW via direct sound. What you saw was a bit of editing magic. The yeti is a USB connection and not used for an actual recordable signal in a DAW.; for that, you need an XLR mic like a Rode or Shure
@@oldschoolman6572 I don't think so. I no longer have the amp so I can't test that but either way it is not a good idea if you are trying to record with either the two. I would look into Neural DSP plugins over this amp as you will get better tones and more for your money
It stands for Digital Audio Workstation. A digital audio workstation (DAW) is an electronic device or application software used for recording, editing and producing audio files.
@@mcchurch118 yeah. My buddy is obsessed with line 6 amps, I'm sick of leaving my fender gtx over there. I was looking for something with some dual usage. I see the peavey vyper looks pretty sick
@@GlassFortress31 I can see that, but when it comes to sound I find it that it is something people chase after for a long time. I personally like the Neural DSP Archetype Abasi
I use big to small jack and that works fine as an output please respond I've got the spider v20 line6 30 watts small to big jack allows foot pedal usage Dave London ❤
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I'm definitely getting this amp. The presets are amazing especially that CRUNCH setting. WOW. The added bonus of acoustic sealed the deal for me
Great review. I believe this is a situational amp. Using it for serious play it’s awful but that’s to be expected for the price point. In the other hand it’s an excellent amp to use for practice or something more portable. Some of the presets are good, some are decent and a few are bad. I think some people are a little critical in asking to much out of this amp considering it’s price point. If this was a $400 amp it be a very different situation lol. You did a good job reviewing it. Defiantly subscribed, keep the good work brother.
Thank you so much! Yes this amp has some high and low points, but if someone has an interface I HIGHLY recommend they get something from NEURAL DSP
Yes It's awful.Maybe the worst amp.This amp's price should have been 50$ not 120$.A boss katana way better and a fender mustang which costs 110$.Shame for line 6
@@jims1046 yeah it is something that may have been worth it a few years ago but not now. There are too many companies that have come a long way and to price something at the same rate as an awesome plugin from Neural DSP is just crazy marketing
@@mcchurch118 I bought it very late.2 years ago.Now I have a boss katana 100 mk2 and I'm very happy.It's the perfect amp
@@jims1046 that amp is killer for the price. I tend to like plugins more due to space and the way my setup is. But I may have something coming that changes all of that
I hope your niece has had better luck with that one than I did. I just bought that same amp in the "limited Red Edition" which just has red grill cloth. It kept disconnecting from the app while I was trying to change and edit presets. It took forever for me to finally get to download and try a total of about 6 presets from the Line 6 cloud. It sounded awesome for such a small amp. Sounded much bigger too. But, on the second day, I turned it on and started tuning my guitar and about three strings in, the amp just turned itself off. When I turned it back on, the FX lights would flash for a split second and it turned itself off again. Called Line 6 and that guy could not possibly have cared any less. I called M.F. (Geoff Crooks is great. Ask for him and tell him I sent you. He will go out of his way to treat you right and, he represents both M.F & Guitar Center) and returned it for refund because they were out of the red edition. It sucks because, like I said, it sounded great and I loved it but, you can't have everything and most of the time, you can't have anything.
Dang man that is ruff 😳 I have come to the point in testing gear that unless you are willing to spend a more premium price ($800 and up) it is hard to get something that is legendary status. There are some "decent" amps around the $250-$500 range (stay tuned for that) but honestly I am sold on plugins. Neural DSP makes top notch plugins that are very hard to beat and well worth every penny and a complete steal in my opinion
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Very cool little amp for recording and playing at home! It'd probably keep up on smaller gigs, but obviously it has to do it's job in your room.
Very great demo too man! Subscribed ;D
Thank you so much 🙏 Ya it is something for small gigs but I would highly recommend looking into Neural DSP plugins if you are looking more for home recordings 🤘🔥🔥🤘
I bought one of these used. When the preset knob on the far left is turned to different settings the FX lights come on in different variations with each turn of the knob. Also, the volume level is different on each turn of the preset knob, blasting loud on one setting and lower on another, each has a different volume without touching the volume knob. Is all this normal or is there something wrong with the software in the amp?
@@vancvrman604 that is a good question. Honestly I’m not sure with what updates they have made. I know in some custom presets artists will often change the volume/EQ but if it is stock it should not do that
Stayed to the end. I just bought one but my friend lent me his 60w line 6 amp. Now I want that
@@lisafoster9190 I’m not sure what the price is for one these days and also depending on what your budget is there are a lot better options than this on today’s market
@mcchurch118 thanks I'm taking that back and looking at something different
I'm just a beginner but that one won't give me what I want
@@lisafoster9190 there are some many options these days. I personally think plugins are the way to go if you know how to use them
how can i get a black metal tone on this amp?
Good question, not really sure what that tone would sound like but I’m sure if you turn the mids down a bit and see what modes black metal uses you could come up with something similar 👍
Great video man... what kind of editing software do you use?
Thanks, I use Movavi. It isn't free but it is the easiest one i have tried.
McChurch 118 good to know, keep it up man!
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Thanks for the time skips 🤘🔥🔥🤘
@@mcchurch118 Thank you for the good video
Thanks for the review. I had a couple questions.
1. when recording with your software, was there an input delay from the amp to the computer?
2. does the amp output the effects to the computer or does it only output a "clean" tone?
Great questions, yes there is a delay because of the audio signal that needs to be translated but if you are recording it the DAW should capture it. I don't have the amp with me to try it but honestly I would look for a different one like the Boss Katana or a Neural DSP plugin
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what recording software are you using?
I use the paid version of Reaper. Thought about switching to Studio 1 but Reaper just works well for me 🤘🔥🔥🤘
I have a schecter c-1 and that amp too lol
Nice! I have to say that my c-1 sounds better in the drop A# going through a Soldano plugin for sure!
@@mcchurch118 I just started yesterday so I don’t think there would be much of a difference in my playing lol but thanks!
@@ajfev1092 I hear ya. IF you get tired of the amp I would highly recommend looking into Neural DSP
How to connect USB cable to phone . Finding it very hard
Nice vid and nice poster
Thank you! I grew up in Hawaii so anime was my Saturday morning cartoons growing up lol
I'm torn between this one and a fender champion 20.
The fender so far seems to have slightly better reviews..
All depends on what you are going for and your budget to be honest. There are a lot more options today than there were when I did this video 🤘🔥🔥🤘
I'm trying to find myself a little amp I can use for 200 or less and this is one that I'm really considering
I would look more toward the BOSS Katana or if you know how to use plugins I would go with one from Neural DSP
Does it have a 1/8 th jack so I can use one of my other Amps as a Cab ??
From what I remember it only has the front input jacks. Depending on your budget you could probably get a decent cab for the amp. This is definitely a beginner amp and not something meant for multi purpose outside of its original design 🤘🔥🔥🤘
Hola tengo este equipo; toco la guitarra solo, por el usb le meto ritmos de bateria y por el input le tengo conectada la guitarra; la pregunta es ¿hay alguna forma de meterle un micrófono también? -compré un jack con 2 entradas y una salida para el input pero al enchufar micro y guitarra el ampli solo recibe una-. Por lo demás estoy supercontento con este amplificador. Gracias
Can i get the settings for rock music on this particular amp?
If you are asking for a rock type sound it has a few variations of it. But if you know how to use plugins I would recommend going with something from Neural DSP. If not then you could also look at the BOSS KATANA which is around the same price but better
@@mcchurch118 thanks mate, but i already bought the amp, i can just look forward now to yk get some good tones on this only. So plugins gonna help?
How do I change up the FX on the amp without using the app?
I don’t think you can. I no longer have the amp to see if there is a way
Dude how the hell do you turn off the tuner flashing light
I don’t remember but if I were to guess I think I just held it down? I only had the amp for a few hours 🤘🔥🔥🤘
Good review.. I wish you would have faded out to backing track a little sooner.
Sure. I did this one at like 11pm and kinda rushed it as well. Hopefully have a new video up this week so stay tuned 🤘
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I got this amp recently and im new to guitar but should it do a crackling sound when i hit the E and A string...in clean it produces the sound and than crackles i dont think it is normal
It sounds like it might be a cable issue. Is the amp brand new?
@@mcchurch118 Hey man thanks for the reply....well the guitar is new...the amp and the cable is also new...
I went to the store and showed the guy a recording when you can clearly hear it and he said it night be either the guitar pickups...im taking the guitar amp and cable there to see whats the issue but could be the pickup...cos the neck pickup feels a bit loose and the outer wrapping of it looks like its a bit off...idk im 2 weeks new to this world of the guitar and i dont really get these things yet but im working on it....would love to not have run into technical issues in the beggining but what can you do.
@@gjergjipapa4063 I gotcha, ya learning about issues is not something you want as a beginner lol but I hope they can help. I'm no expert but you can always hit me up on Instagram (McChurch118) as I am very active on there and feel free to hit me up with any questions or concerns you may have 🤘
@@mcchurch118 Thanks alot man i sure will...def giving you a sub too👍Keep up the great work and i appreciate you interact with your subscribers! 🤜🤛
@@gjergjipapa4063 I appreciate it 🙌 this channel exists because other UA-camrs interacted with me. But ya, just hit me up if you need anything, I try to respond as fast as I can but sometimes I don't see all the YT notifications so IG is where I live lol
Can I play this in a stadium setting?.....maybe crank it up past 8 or something?
If you route it to the front of the house maybe, but this thing is not worth buying. I recommend looking into Neural DSP plugins. If you want to talk more about it hit me up on twitch.tv/mcchurch118
@@mcchurch118 dude, I was kidding. If I'm playing somewhere large I'm not buying this. I'm looking into a cabinet and Randall head currently. That being said, I own this amp. It's meh. Maybe I don't know all the tricks to it but it's aight.
@@rubar1025 I figured as much, but I always answer comments on here, good/bad/indifferent lol. Randall is a good brand for sure; I don't have space for all that so I'm getting the QC
@@mcchurch118 sorry for posting whilst inebriated lol. Just being stupid. It's a decent amp, I just wish it had more knobs. Too many "push twice for this", "push three times for this"...I miss the old days when I just had a 1x12 Bandit. Dirty and just pedals.
@@rubar1025 no worries 👍That is one reason why I like Neural's plugins cause I can mess with everything and get some pedals and mics as well
how can i connect it to my phone?
You would have to get the app and cable to connect it. Kinda like you would for charging it but it would work as a speaker
I got this amp a couple days ago and my tone is always too dry or all distortion, anyway to fix?
There is a way, I would take it back and get a plugin from Neural DSP. This amp is not worth the money and Neural has better options with superior sound 👍
@@mcchurch118 Please can you recommend me amp? Is this good amp? I have opportunity for buy it
@@Kritickikonstruktivno if you are decent with computers I would not. Check out Neural DSP plugins. All you need is an interface and those plugins are WAY better than this amp
I must say that guitar you’re using is sexy.
Thank you! I have my eye on another Schecter but it is still a little pricey at the moment. But thanks for checking out the video! 🤘🔥🔥🤘
Im so dumb 🤦♂️ i didn't realize i needed a computer to access all the features lol 😅 im on day 2 of being a guitar noob
It’s all good, we all start somewhere and there are awesome YT channels to help people out these days than going at it on your own 🤘🔥🔥🤘
helped a lot man
Thanks, I really appreciate it 🤘
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I have some problems while recording via this amp. When i crank some gain up (even a little bit) it sounds good from the amp speaker and horrible on recording. The sound is very sandy with a lot of treble and high mids. Maybe you know how to fix it? I would be very grateful)
Same and i am playing black metal but still sound shit even for this genre :D any fixes?
@@metalya8933 i turn off the cab while recording. Then i add Impulse in cubase
Your playing changed at 4:42. WTF? LOL -----♥♪♫♪ Peace & best wishes man!
didnt know i could plug into my pc till now...but so far its just a speaker. is there anything else i can do with it plugged in?
probably update the farmwear and use it in a DAW
You will control all your presets, you can download more presets form the cloud to your amp, is going to be much easier to create and tweak your presets as you can reach all the options easily and see icons of all your amps and Fx similar to the real thing they represent (way better than just having a list of them), easier to change the position of the presets or rename them, you can record on you PC using the Spider as an interface, you can play backing tracks from your PC on you Spider while you play it. Well, so many things! For me is a must to plug it into a PC, laptop, tablet or mobile running the Spider Remote App.
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@@ivan_talivan But when choosing the setting's on the app, can you play them to your guitar. Like can you use the the more presets and use them and play them with your guitar to see what they sound like, if that makes sense ?
@@veronicarotin6817 Yes, absolutely! That's how you create your tones, what ever you choose you try it out instantly and start tweaking, making adjustments until you get the sound you are looking for. You can make any change on the fly! You just need to save it to recall that tone in the future. Will suggest you to watch other videos of the Spider V where you can see how works the Spider Remote App. Any other question let me know.
How do I connect it to my phone, should I use mini jack 3.5 or micro usb?
What are you trying to do with your phone hooked up to it? Use it as a speaker?
@@mcchurch118 there is an app Spider remote on Android and IOS, it makes dialing with the amp easier
@@ЕгорБешенов-с3ж I would try and use the USB. I didn't have the amp for too long but it may have buletooth as well
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How about let’s stop the crappy background music while you’re talking
Some people like it, some don't, can't please everyone all the time 👍
Relax bro, it is not important.
I know it sounds goofy but the only reason I bought this amp is because it had OLA ENGLUNDS name on the red sticker adhesed to the front 😂...this tiny amp actually has some pretty chunky gain settings for lower tunings like drop D or DROP C🤟🤟🤟🤟🤟
What cable did you use to connect the amp to your computer?
I want to say it was a mini USB cable. This amp was a gift so I only had it for a few hours.
I have v240 i hade to buy a OTG cable
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I do not disagree
Music in the background is VERY annoying
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This video was done in a hurry as I only had a short time to run throw everything and record it. But I agree that the backing tracks are a little too high on this one.
Great review but guys don't buy this amp It sucks.I have one and It's awful.Give some more money and buy a katana and you are finished.Don't waste your money to this one If you want It for rock and metal(not clean) It is very bad.
I agree. The price point may be tempting but unless your options are limited i would not go with this amp. As I said, this was a gift so I didn't go crazy on the price. If you have an interface I would highly recommend Neural DSP, if not then yes save up and get a katana
@@mcchurch118 Thanks!I liked your review and I tried to make my v20 sound better by doing what you did but nothing.I'm buying a katana and I'm done.Also I have the 1st model of the v20 so maybe It isn't improved that's why is sounds bad.Maybe the mk2 is much better I don't know...
@@jims1046 if you are looking for something less expensive but still amazing quality i highly recommend Neural DSP plugins. But if you are looking for a travel amp then yeah the katana is a good choice
@@mcchurch118 I am buying the katana.I like it because it has many choices of effects and it also has build in pedals so you can find your tone
@@jims1046 gotcha. I'm working on my next video that will have my 10 favorite pieces of gear from 2020. Neural DSP is on the list more than once. Some of their plugins do have pedals as well as amp heads
I didn't hear one good tone at all? That spider is probably the worst sounding amp ever made! Lol 🤣🤣🤣
Some people like it, some hate it. All depends on perspective 🤘🔥🔥🤘
I just bought one at guitar center a couple days ago...for the 120 dollars you really can't complain because I've spent almost 3oo dollars just for 1 pedal 😂before so for the price point you're getting a amp with a bunch of effects built in... I have several different amps from line 6,, marshall,,orange,, joyo zombie ,,vox,,and they all have a specific purpose depends on what type of music I'm playing at that moment.....I also use different guitars,,, Epiphone Les Paul,, Ibanez's,,music man sterling,, HARLEY Benton,,Jackson's,,🤟🤟🤟🤟🤟🤟🤷🤷🤷🎸🎸🎸🎸
Every preset sounds bad. It makes me want a basic amp that doesn't try to emulate something. When I try to create a preset with my phone, the connection is constantly interrupted. The knob positions seem to not stay consistent between presets.
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So with this amp, you kinda get what you pay for. When you look at the price for most tube amps you can see why amps like this one are not that good. If you are looking to get the best bang for your buck you need to visit www.neuraldsp.com/
All their plugins are 14 days free trial and well worth it
I agree too. When you are a beginner it is really helpful but when you pass this step and you get a bit better this system with the presets always limits you.
@@dimtzannet3437 100% true. If someone gets an interface and even uses a free plugin, I think that is far better than this thing. I could see these "beginner" amps slowly dying due to the vast options and quality plugins offer these days
@@mcchurch118 The sad think is that I should stay with it for a long time since it's new and there is no reason to buy a new one
@@dimtzannet3437 have you tried the new Gojira plugin from Neural DSP?
Fun fact for its bigger brother the v30. Get your self a used mkI and do a firmware download and it turns it into a mkII. Picked one up for $100 and it does everything a new MkII Can do.
That is awesome! If this amp works for someone then by all means have at; after I played the Soldano plugin from Neural DSP I was so impressed that I had to buy that thing immediately 🤘🔥🔥🤘
I get really loud hum and even some radio interference with mine, I’m basically brand new to guitar so do you know how to fix this?
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It sounds like there is a grounding issue going on. Do you just have the guitar plugged into it?
@@mcchurch118 amp plugged into the wall, guitar plugged into the amp
@@cryptichex6943 sounds like a bad amp. I would return it if possible
@@mcchurch118 problem solved, I took the guitar in and it was actually some sort of problem with it, exchanged it for a new one and no more hum.
@@cryptichex6943 glad to hear it 👍
I have a problem where the FX tabs will flash different colours and the amp just stops working while im playing.. this happens usually about 10 minutes into playing and im not quite sure why. anybody know any fixes/what the problem is?
Sounds like a short on the circuit board. If you can return it I would do so and get something from Neural DSP instead
Really great quality man!
Thank you! I'm working on reviewing the amp plugins I have. I recently did one on the Archetype Gojira and will cover my other ones soon!
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Great job man. Can i ask you how did you connect amp line 6 v 20 to pc? Can i use out for phones (jack 3,5) and connext to pc ? Or use phones(jack3,5) connect to sound card ? Or use usb ?
I used a specific USB cable you can find online for $10-$20.00 on Amazon. Using an AUX cord will not work, the signal will not be recognized. But it also depends on what you want to do with it (home practice, gigs, a gift?) There may be other and better options out there
@@mcchurch118 My phone cable works fine from PC.
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im still not sure which setting is the best to play i just got mine and im confused
That is all going to depend on what is your style. I tend to draw inspiration from the tones I get, but don't be afraid to mess with the knobs to get a tone that you like.
I just got this same exact amp. I know it has the USB outlet that will connect to pc but my question is about the phones jack. I don't care to have my head leashed by some long cord to the amp. Cordless earbuds or full headphones usually require a bluetooth connection. This amp doesn't offer bluetooth (or does it?) & I haven't found anything online like cordless headphones with a standard input for the amp phones jack. What do you recommend I do? (Sometimes I just want to play without broadcasting out loud but, without my head tethered to an amp. The guitar cord is no problem, of course. Having a second is just too much.
Thanks...
This one does not have that feature as far as I know, and most amps that would have Bluetooth are going to be around $400. And even then they may not work due to the signal type. Bluetooth has a different type of frequency that only a solid-state amps can process and you are going to pay for that feature. I have a set of headphones (ATH-M40x) and the cable is long enough that it doesn't bother me.
@@mcchurch118 Ok, thanks for your reply! 🤘🏻 😎 🎸👍🏻
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Hey. You need to buy blootooth transmiter. It works well.
why do you go thru a computer for your demos instead of just using the amp itself?
I would need to mic it up and at the time I didn't have one. The lapel is not meant for capturing amps so going through the computer allows me to capture the best sound quality of the amp 🤘🔥🔥🤘
This amp isn't too bad. I bought the first version of the V20. I took this amp over to my ex-girlfriend's parents's house back in August of last year for her birthday. The amp had a good amount of volume while I played Happy Birthday on my Glarry strat. My ex, and I would jam out to Taylor Swift Songs, and I'd play Bullet for my Valentine on my Glarry strat while it was plugged into the amp. Not bad for an amp. I updated the firmware in October. It sounds okay. Not too bad of an amp. I got my Peavey Vypyr VIP2, and I'd agree that the Peavey amp sounds 10 times better than this little amp. But I'm not going to say that Line 6 is worse than Peavey. It's based off of personal preference. I enjoy Line 6, and Peavey very much! Would I get this amp again? Probably not. I'd probably get the Line 6 Spider Classic 15. Overall, this amp isn't too bad! I miked this amp using my Blue Yetti microphone. Check out the video here if you want to hear what that sounds like! Also, sub to my other channel that's dedicated to guitar!
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I can say without a doubt that if someone can use a plugin that is well worth it vs this amp. Neural DSP knocks it out of the park with their plugins with high quality models, pedals, effects, and presets for half the cost of this thing. And probably the first time I heard someone using a Glarry, I tend to stay away from unknown brands like that unless I know they are just starting up and have a good track record, and that mic is definitely not meant to mic up an amp, but if that is all you have I understand. You gotta make use with what you got 👍
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How did you set up the USB to your computer along with your microphone yeti. Any program used? To have them both work with each other?
so the yeti was being recorded as a screen capture while the amp was going into the DAW via direct sound. What you saw was a bit of editing magic. The yeti is a USB connection and not used for an actual recordable signal in a DAW.; for that, you need an XLR mic like a Rode or Shure
@@mcchurch118 thanks Most use a yeti and acoustic guitar, but wasn’t sure if you could USB hook up the amp too?
@@oldschoolman6572 I don't think so. I no longer have the amp so I can't test that but either way it is not a good idea if you are trying to record with either the two. I would look into Neural DSP plugins over this amp as you will get better tones and more for your money
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What is DAW?
It stands for Digital Audio Workstation. A digital audio workstation (DAW) is an electronic device or application software used for recording, editing and producing audio files.
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Stayed to the end!
Thank you! It really helps me out along with commenting, subscribe, like, and sharing the video 🙏
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Does it have any bass presets?
For a bass guitar? If so then you can use the ones on here but it might be too much gain for it and will over saturate the sound
@@mcchurch118 yeah. My buddy is obsessed with line 6 amps, I'm sick of leaving my fender gtx over there. I was looking for something with some dual usage. I see the peavey vyper looks pretty sick
@@GlassFortress31 I can see that, but when it comes to sound I find it that it is something people chase after for a long time. I personally like the Neural DSP Archetype Abasi
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Would the overdrive and the other effects from that amp sound good with an electro acoustic guitar?
Maybe, depends on what style you are playing
I use big to small jack and that works fine as an output please respond I've got the spider v20 line6 30 watts small to big jack allows foot pedal usage Dave London ❤
With new technology there are more ways to help people record music and it is awesome to hear about new solutions to old problems 🤘🔥🔥🤘