Hi Robert! Thanks for making this great video... appreciate your list, and just got started with my PS1. It's a fantastic addition, and I'll have to dial in the levels and controls to get it right but so far, I'm hooked. There are other more technical reviews of this and other attenuators, and a couple of shootouts with other boxes that cost way more. I'm happy with the price, build-quality, and performance of this little beast. This is smart information you've posted and many of us benefit. Thanks again.
Thank you for this video. I had one as a Christmas present as a result and it's like I have a new amp. I have a Tele and Blues Junior and it's given the pair a much fuller sound at comfortable volume. I've not been able to really crank up the amp at home and I've been desperate for that fuller warmer sound instead of the harsh sound you can get at lower volumes. I haven't used any pedals yet as the sound is that good.
Thanks for the review! I dont care about the reverb. It's the actual review of the product that matters. It sold me on getting one. Again, great review!
Glad I could help - and thanks for the reassurance about the reverb! LOL. Key advice - don't push your amp to max into the Bugera. The people who don't like it are the dial-it-up-to-11 people. Too much power into the unit causes it to compress too much and cut off the high end. There's a sweet spot to get maximum tube distortion without altering the EQ. On my amp, it's between 6 and 7. Come back and tell me how you like it!
A JT-220! Awesomeness! I love my Jay Turser guitars, I have a LP and a Strat and they are amazing for the money. It's so nice to see someone not feel like they need to make videos using a $1000 plus guitar. If I could get my hands on the Rosewood Tele I'd be a very happy camper.
Thanks, DukeNutron. YES. I find myself reaching for the Turser surprisingly often, considering the array of much more expensive guitars I have to choose from. I did a whole video on the Turser right here: ua-cam.com/video/liiRSAprGQ0/v-deo.html
And, I assume you mean the rosewood Tele a la George Harrison... Probably a great guitar. There’s a listing on Reverb right now: reverb.com/p/jay-turser-jt-lt-rw-lt-series-rosewood-body-single-cutaway-natural
I’ve been chewing over buying an attenuator for my 68 Deluxe Reverb. Wife gets grumpy when it’s turned up anywhere over 1.5 And I ran out of floor space for pedals to get an OD sound. This video just sold me on the Bugera. Thanks man
YES YOU CAN. The answer that all of the comments are wondering is yes you can use the line output without the speaker conected and two knobs control the line input going into the interface. I've tried it today risking an old tube amplifier and it was fine. The balanced out was awful but the line with an impulse response allow me to record at midnight with zero volume with good results. Dont be afraid and unplug your speaker.
Ok. So I can hook this up to my PRS MT-15 head and use it as a load box ? And connect that to a cab simulator pedal and than to an interphase with no problems?
Gotta love a good reverb. Especially one I can kick. ;) Certain types of rock use a lot of reverb. Surfs Up !!!! I've been looking at the Bugera PS-1. I have a Vox AC30C2 and an Electro Harmonix Mig-50. I think it will save me a lot of headaches. Thanks for the review.
I'm not here to bust your balls about the reverb. You are the one and only person I've come across running the Bugera WITH a combo amp. Manuel doesn't illustrate use with combo, only head/ speaker cabinet. Have a small 4 watt combo Vox that I'd like to use with. Amp does have a speaker Jack on back which allows you to plug in a separate speaker cabinet however it will disconnect the amps own speaker when running an external cabinet. Any advice is appreciated!!
Because of the way it’s wired, with the external speaker jack disconnecting power to the built-in speaker, a Vox AC4 won’t work with a power soaker. Hopefully, you can get pretty crunchy tone without playing too loud already..,
@@RobertCassard Thanks for the prompt response! Appreciate it and if you like extra reverb then screw everybody who don't!! Its your tone and it be a boring world if everybody sounded the same! Thanks again!
Does your Vox have an Op Level control? If so that is a built-in power attenuator, so you should be able to play with full Vox overdrive at any volume you want!
@@RobertCassard do you mean an ohm selector? It does not. Volume, gain, treble, bass. On/off switch input jack and external 1/4 inch speaker Jack on back.
Reason #7: The even-numbered harmonic distortion created from over-loading the pre-amp tube and power tube stages, as well as the saturation of the amplifier output transformer (thank you Jimi Hendrix) is far more natural and pleasing to the ear than the distortion created by mechanically over-driving a loudspeaker.
Thanks for the video.Wish you had shown how you made the connections though.How do I connect it to the Fender Blues deluxe reissue amp? Not sure where the speaker output etc is.Do I have to remove the back panel of the amp to access the output/inputs?
Pretty sure the answer is yes. Check your manual to see where the output to the Main Speaker is and connect that into the PS-1. Connect the 8 Ohm output to your Blues Deluxe speaker. Good luck!
Your amp's Speaker Out jack connects into the proper ohm-rated Input of the Bugera (via speaker cable, not instrument cable). Bugera Speaker Out gets connected to your speakers. (If your amp head and speakers are permanently wired together, you're out of luck.)
Thanks, Felipe. This unit will attenuate whatever instrument or mic you plug into your guitar amp. The sound of the the instrument or mic will pass through and be affected by the tubes and circuits of your amp. Then you can pass the sound out from the Bugera to you interface.
Amazon has a review from a guy named Mauricio that describes what he had to to do make the Shop4Omni guitar very functional. (Basically a professional setup...)
The tone stays true as long as you don't push it too hard. If you crank your amp up to 10 (or 11!), the Bugera will compress your sound and trim high frequencies.
Hey Robert! What’s the difference between Bugera PS1 and THD Hot Plate? THD has more reputation as far as i know. I don’t want to loose my money though. I have a high-quality guitar, nice tube amp; can i be sure that this unit will not ruin my tone? (Fizziness, harshness, etc). On the other hand, i need a good quality attenuator for the reasonable price... I’m looking forward to your reply!
Hi Kirill. I’ve never tried a Hot Plate and it looks they don’t make new ones anymore. I see them used for about 3-1/2 times the price of a Bugera. I notice that each THD has only one ohm rating, so you’d need to choose the right one. No idea how they sound in comparison but hard for me to imagine it’s 3-1/2 times better. ;-)
Robert Cassard Thank you for your reply! Much appreciated! Bugera seems to be a good one for the price point! Reactive attenuators are way too pricey for the actual need (Db drop)
Thanks for the video. So in case of playing a combo, Like my Fender Hotrod Deluxe, does the power soaker come in the effects loop? Last in the chain I presume?
I've never played with a Hot Rod Deluxe, but because it has a separate Drive control, I'm guessing it lets you ramp up the tube overdrive while keeping the volume low. If so, then a Power Soaker would be redundant. If that's wrong and the amp is still too loud, then you'd connect a speaker cable from the Main Speaker jack on the BACK of the amp into the Bugera, then from the 4 Ohm out of the Bugera to your Hot Rod's speakers. I hope this helps.
I have a Marshall Origin 20 combo amp and just got the Bugera ps1. I was wondering if you could help me figure out how to hook it up properly. In the back of the amp the internal speaker plugs into a 16 ohm jack, then beside it is two other speaker jacks. One says 8 ohm and the other says 2x16 ohm and has a line going from it to the 8 ohm jack. I’m going to have to purchase a speaker cable and probably a speaker cable extender to give the internal speaker cable a little more slack to reach the attenuator. Does it matter what gauge speaker cable I use? I’ve never had to purchase one before and I see that there are different gauges. I’m not sure where I am supposed to plug my internal speaker cable from the amp into the ps1 and where the other speaker cable plugs into. Does the internal speaker cable plug into the “speaker” jack on the ps1 or does it go into the 16 ohm amp input.
Your intention with the Bugera is to put it directly in line between the amp and the existing speakers. So... Marshall 16 Ohm jack will now connect to 16 Ohm input on the Bugera. Speaker jack on the Bugera connects to your internal speaker cable/speakers. The gauge of your speaker cable and speaker cable extender might make a minor impact on tone, but these are short runs for speaker cable, so no big deal. Just get high quality cable from a manufacturer you trust. I hope this helps!
Hi i have a jazz chorus 77 combo solid state amp. Do i need one of these if im gonna do silent recording? My chain would be guitat - - DI input-- amp - - - DI link - - - interface - - - DAW. Thanks!
I’m not an expert on using an attenuator with a solid state amp like that. The JC77 already has Volume and Distortion controls, which are the primary reason for an attenuator. You could contact Bugera to ask if it can be used for silent recording using the signal chain you described, or maybe someone else reading this thread can tell you.
On most Fenders, it’s easy. Fender Speaker out (via speaker cable, not instrument cable) into the proper ohm-rated input of the Bugera. Bugera Speaker out to...you guessed it...your speakers!
@@artdecco8617 it should have an 8 ohm speaker out jack that’s hidden behind the tube-protecting panel on the back side (the amp’s speaker should currently be plugged into the jack). Use a short length of speaker cable to connect that jack to the 8 ohm Amp Input of the Bugera, then connect the cable from the Speaker output of the Bugera.
dukeofpearl Yes. A single 1/4” speaker out at full attenuated output level. You could use a splitter as long as you make sure it can handle speaker levels.
Hey Daz Daz. You can connect the Line Out of the Bugera to an input of your audio interface and monitor that signal through headphones. I realize it's not as simple as having a Headphone output on the Bugera itself, but it lets you accomplish the same thing. There's even a Line Out volume knob on the front to control the signal level to your interface.
With it being a 100w Power Soak can you use a 120w amp head with it? would that fry it or just reduce its ability to decrease the volume? Thanks Robert
It should work fine as long as you don't push the amp volume to max as it feeds the soaker. In reality, your amp is generally putting out way less than 120 watts at most volume levels.
I believe it's fairly new, however, it's modeled VERY closely to the Jettenuator, which has been around for years. The thing is, an attenuator is very low-tech. It doesn't require any power except what it gets from your amp. Think of it as an electricity sponge!
Chupacabra 1 Here’s what UltimateGuitar.com says, “If you connect the fan (or just make sure that your attenuator isn't getting too hot) and connect your power attenuator correctly, there is no reason a correctly functioning power attenuator would harm your amp. They can, however, cause your power tubes to rise to higher temperatures, meaning that they might wear out more quickly.”
Hey Chupacabra. Of course running tubes hot and attenuating them carries some risk, but I think it's pretty minor. It works really well for me. I wouldn't suggest pushing your tubes to the limit, but with my Vibroverb, setting the amp volume at about half gives me lots of crunch with very little risk.
Yes. The 333xl’s Loudspeaker output goes to the PS-1 and that connects to your speaker cabinet. Just don’t turn the amp up all the way so you don’t exceed 100W into the PS-1.
Next video... **One Reason To Use a Reverb Soaker**... Geez. Great info if you turn the volume off and the subtitles on. Seriously... Remember what you are demoing (tone) and let us hear that. Otherwise great production.
Yep, I clearly need a reverb soaker. Sounds like common logic... LOL But hey, I’m an old guy, raised on the The Ventures and still listening to bands like the Blue Hawaiians!
@@RobertCassard - I fear I have a few years on you. Funny though... Although my guitar hero as a kid was "Scotty Moore", My first real musical influence was the blonde bikini model on the Ventures album cover **Golden Greats** . Even through the 80's as my band-mates were discovering pointy guitars, my Go-to was (and still is) the old Fullerton girl in Daphne Blue. She even made it through those years without being sprayed red and assaulted with the obligatory EVH vomit of stripes. I checked out some your other videos and it's more than obvious you have sound and production skills. Still, I was choked by the crazy verb trail mixed with O.D/distortion vs the surf chime. BTW., Thanks for keeping Neil's '71 concert in it's entirety. I'll be coming back to relive that little gem this weekend. Thumbs up.
@@_Common_Logic_ Love the tale of your Fullerton girl in Daphne Blue - surf hue and surf tone! I've long romanced a Fullerton girl in Black (with a white pickguard and pickups)...formal wear, you might say. Thanks for checking out my videos. The Guitar Discoveries series is something I do purely for fun - to share info I've learned the hard (or expensive) way. I appreciate your eyes and ears.
In my case, with this vintage amp, I lose surprisingly little tone as I increase the attenuation. I lose only a small amount of top end. Easy to compensate for with a small increase on the treble know, or a subtle EQ boost around 3-5 khz in my DAW.
With most Fender Deluxes, there is an output labeled SPEAKER. It normally has a 1/4" male cable plugged in that carries the amp signal directly to the speakers. You need to unplug that factory speaker cable and plug it into the Speaker Output jack on the Bugera. Now, to get sound from the amp to the Bugera requires a short length of male-to-male speaker cable - one than can carry high wattage (different than a guitar cable, which carries low wattage). Plug the new speaker cable into the SPEAKER jack on the Deluxe on one end and into the 8 Ohm Amp Input jack on the Bugera. (A Deluxe Reverb is designed for an 8 ohm load, so that inout should work best. My Vibroverb is designed for 4 Ohm loads.) In other words, the Bugera goes in between the SPEAKER out of the amp and the cord that goes to the speakers. I hope this helps!
It's a P.O.S returned it the same day I got it. Color the tone so much. I tried it on my Marshall 2204 (JCM 800) & JCM 2000 DSL. Horrible All attenuators color tone but this one was way too much.
Sorry it didn’t work for you, Alan. Not sure if it’s something about Marshalls vs. Fenders, but the coloration wasn’t enough to be an issue on my VibroVerb.
@@RobertCassard Haha, I love to run my Twin wet too, even though it’s too much , that analog circuitry and pure mechanical tone is just so nice... that’s why I’m looking for an attenuation device, Twin loves to be on 7 or 8... also have a 50w Marshall Plexi that definitely needs to be cranked.... Got this little guy on order so we’ll see how it goes, can’t just $600 or even $1300, but hundred bucks it’s a steal so... Appreciate the video...
Sorry to hear that, Andy. How hot were you running your Marshall? While the Bugera is rated to accept 100 watts, it’s not designed to accept 100 watts of continuous input. So if you were pumping max volume into it, it was likely to smoke and die. My amp is only 40 watts. I find the PS1 sounds best when I’m at about 5-6 volume, probably about 20 watts into the unit. If I dime my amp, it compresses too much and I lose the high-end.
You’re not alone in that opinion, Sia. I just had all the amp settings straight up at 5. Now you know what “halfway” reverb sounds like on a ‘63 Vibroverb!
Hey Larry. Sorry you didn't like it. Always appreciate constructive criticism. I just do these videos for fun and to share stuff that makes playing better/more fun for me. Cheers!
@@RobertCassard You need to actually demo the PS1 by turning the knob in all positions while we see a decibel meter above the amp to show us the amount of soak. PPL cannot distinguish sound levels on a you-tube video playing on a cell phone or desktop computer speakers.
These are great suggestions - love the decibel meter idea, and I haven’t seen that in any other power soaker reviews. I obviously wasn’t approaching my review from a technical perspective (including sound levels) but rather an emotional + tonal one (hot tubes = distortion at the user’s choice of final output volume). Thanks for watching and commenting!
Hi Robert! Thanks for making this great video... appreciate your list, and just got started with my PS1. It's a fantastic addition, and I'll have to dial in the levels and controls to get it right but so far, I'm hooked. There are other more technical reviews of this and other attenuators, and a couple of shootouts with other boxes that cost way more. I'm happy with the price, build-quality, and performance of this little beast. This is smart information you've posted and many of us benefit. Thanks again.
Thanks, Bill. I always try to find stealth gear that doesn’t cost much but gives folks a cool advantage. Really happy it’s working so well for you!
For god sake, add some reverb to that dry sound! ;-) Nice demo anyway
LOL thanks, Kasper. A 5-second reverb tail isn't long enough for you, eh? Are you dripping yet?
@@RobertCassard 10 sec. is the sweet spot :)
Thank you for this video. I had one as a Christmas present as a result and it's like I have a new amp. I have a Tele and Blues Junior and it's given the pair a much fuller sound at comfortable volume. I've not been able to really crank up the amp at home and I've been desperate for that fuller warmer sound instead of the harsh sound you can get at lower volumes. I haven't used any pedals yet as the sound is that good.
That’s a great endorsement, Russell. I feel the same way!
Thanks for the review! I dont care about the reverb. It's the actual review of the product that matters. It sold me on getting one. Again, great review!
Glad I could help - and thanks for the reassurance about the reverb! LOL. Key advice - don't push your amp to max into the Bugera. The people who don't like it are the dial-it-up-to-11 people. Too much power into the unit causes it to compress too much and cut off the high end. There's a sweet spot to get maximum tube distortion without altering the EQ. On my amp, it's between 6 and 7. Come back and tell me how you like it!
@@RobertCassard Thanks for the tip! I'll get back to you. I get the PS1 Friday. 👍🏻
@@nightswatch8659 Have fun!
"I've got a fever, and the only prescription is more reverb"
LOL, yes, Sergei!
A JT-220! Awesomeness! I love my Jay Turser guitars, I have a LP and a Strat and they are amazing for the money. It's so nice to see someone not feel like they need to make videos using a $1000 plus guitar. If I could get my hands on the Rosewood Tele I'd be a very happy camper.
Thanks, DukeNutron. YES. I find myself reaching for the Turser surprisingly often, considering the array of much more expensive guitars I have to choose from. I did a whole video on the Turser right here: ua-cam.com/video/liiRSAprGQ0/v-deo.html
And, I assume you mean the rosewood Tele a la George Harrison... Probably a great guitar. There’s a listing on Reverb right now: reverb.com/p/jay-turser-jt-lt-rw-lt-series-rosewood-body-single-cutaway-natural
I’ve been chewing over buying an attenuator for my 68 Deluxe Reverb. Wife gets grumpy when it’s turned up anywhere over 1.5
And I ran out of floor space for pedals to get an OD sound.
This video just sold me on the Bugera. Thanks man
Cheapest option, but it works surprisingly well for me!
YES YOU CAN. The answer that all of the comments are wondering is yes you can use the line output without the speaker conected and two knobs control the line input going into the interface. I've tried it today risking an old tube amplifier and it was fine. The balanced out was awful but the line with an impulse response allow me to record at midnight with zero volume with good results. Dont be afraid and unplug your speaker.
Thanks Fernando. Happy this works!
Ok. So I can hook this up to my PRS MT-15 head and use it as a load box ? And connect that to a cab simulator pedal and than to an interphase with no problems?
Gotta love a good reverb. Especially one I can kick. ;) Certain types of rock use a lot of reverb. Surfs Up !!!! I've been looking at the Bugera PS-1. I have a Vox AC30C2 and an Electro Harmonix Mig-50. I think it will save me a lot of headaches. Thanks for the review.
Right on, Stephen. Yes...I love the surf sound and the heavy crack of a spring reverb upon impact!
I'm not here to bust your balls about the reverb. You are the one and only person I've come across running the Bugera WITH a combo amp. Manuel doesn't illustrate use with combo, only head/ speaker cabinet. Have a small 4 watt combo Vox that I'd like to use with. Amp does have a speaker Jack on back which allows you to plug in a separate speaker cabinet however it will disconnect the amps own speaker when running an external cabinet. Any advice is appreciated!!
Because of the way it’s wired, with the external speaker jack disconnecting power to the built-in speaker, a Vox AC4 won’t work with a power soaker. Hopefully, you can get pretty crunchy tone without playing too loud already..,
@@RobertCassard Thanks for the prompt response! Appreciate it and if you like extra reverb then screw everybody who don't!! Its your tone and it be a boring world if everybody sounded the same! Thanks again!
You’re totally welcome George. Glad you found my channel!
Does your Vox have an Op Level control? If so that is a built-in power attenuator, so you should be able to play with full Vox overdrive at any volume you want!
@@RobertCassard do you mean an ohm selector? It does not. Volume, gain, treble, bass. On/off switch input jack and external 1/4 inch speaker Jack on back.
Reason #7: The even-numbered harmonic distortion created from over-loading the pre-amp tube and power tube stages, as well as the saturation of the amplifier output transformer (thank you Jimi Hendrix) is far more natural and pleasing to the ear than the distortion created by mechanically over-driving a loudspeaker.
Piling it on!
Thanks for the video.Wish you had shown how you made the connections though.How do I connect it to the Fender Blues deluxe reissue amp? Not sure where the speaker output etc is.Do I have to remove the back panel of the amp to access the output/inputs?
Pretty sure the answer is yes. Check your manual to see where the output to the Main Speaker is and connect that into the PS-1. Connect the 8 Ohm output to your Blues Deluxe speaker. Good luck!
Got my Bugera PS1 today. Now if I only had an amp.
Yeah, Scope Dope...an amp is kind of essential...
Hi just stumbled on your channel subscribe right away how do you set it up to your amp if there’s no return?
Your amp's Speaker Out jack connects into the proper ohm-rated Input of the Bugera (via speaker cable, not instrument cable). Bugera Speaker Out gets connected to your speakers. (If your amp head and speakers are permanently wired together, you're out of luck.)
Great video. Can i use the attenuator straight in the interface and plug a microfone or bass and record it on the guitar amp as a preamp?
Thanks, Felipe. This unit will attenuate whatever instrument or mic you plug into your guitar amp. The sound of the the instrument or mic will pass through and be affected by the tubes and circuits of your amp. Then you can pass the sound out from the Bugera to you interface.
@@RobertCassard really amazing video, thank you so much!
Amazon has a review from a guy named Mauricio that describes what he had to to do make the Shop4Omni guitar very functional. (Basically a professional setup...)
Did you find your guitar tone stayed true or was there a slight difference?
The tone stays true as long as you don't push it too hard. If you crank your amp up to 10 (or 11!), the Bugera will compress your sound and trim high frequencies.
@@RobertCassard 👍
Hey Robert!
What’s the difference between Bugera PS1 and THD Hot Plate? THD has more reputation as far as i know. I don’t want to loose my money though. I have a high-quality guitar, nice tube amp; can i be sure that this unit will not ruin my tone? (Fizziness, harshness, etc). On the other hand, i need a good quality attenuator for the reasonable price...
I’m looking forward to your reply!
Hi Kirill. I’ve never tried a Hot Plate and it looks they don’t make new ones anymore. I see them used for about 3-1/2 times the price of a Bugera. I notice that each THD has only one ohm rating, so you’d need to choose the right one. No idea how they sound in comparison but hard for me to imagine it’s 3-1/2 times better. ;-)
Robert Cassard Thank you for your reply! Much appreciated! Bugera seems to be a good one for the price point! Reactive attenuators are way too pricey for the actual need (Db drop)
I hope the Bugera works for you. I really like mine.
Thanks for the video. So in case of playing a combo, Like my Fender Hotrod Deluxe, does the power soaker come in the effects loop? Last in the chain I presume?
I've never played with a Hot Rod Deluxe, but because it has a separate Drive control, I'm guessing it lets you ramp up the tube overdrive while keeping the volume low. If so, then a Power Soaker would be redundant. If that's wrong and the amp is still too loud, then you'd connect a speaker cable from the Main Speaker jack on the BACK of the amp into the Bugera, then from the 4 Ohm out of the Bugera to your Hot Rod's speakers. I hope this helps.
I have a Marshall Origin 20 combo amp and just got the Bugera ps1. I was wondering if you could help me figure out how to hook it up properly. In the back of the amp the internal speaker plugs into a 16 ohm jack, then beside it is two other speaker jacks. One says 8 ohm and the other says 2x16 ohm and has a line going from it to the 8 ohm jack. I’m going to have to purchase a speaker cable and probably a speaker cable extender to give the internal speaker cable a little more slack to reach the attenuator. Does it matter what gauge speaker cable I use? I’ve never had to purchase one before and I see that there are different gauges. I’m not sure where I am supposed to plug my internal speaker cable from the amp into the ps1 and where the other speaker cable plugs into. Does the internal speaker cable plug into the “speaker” jack on the ps1 or does it go into the 16 ohm amp input.
Your intention with the Bugera is to put it directly in line between the amp and the existing speakers. So... Marshall 16 Ohm jack will now connect to 16 Ohm input on the Bugera. Speaker jack on the Bugera connects to your internal speaker cable/speakers. The gauge of your speaker cable and speaker cable extender might make a minor impact on tone, but these are short runs for speaker cable, so no big deal. Just get high quality cable from a manufacturer you trust. I hope this helps!
@@RobertCassard thanks for your reply, I appreciate it.
@@DavidCrites07 My pleasure!
Hi i have a jazz chorus 77 combo solid state amp. Do i need one of these if im gonna do silent recording? My chain would be guitat - - DI input-- amp - - - DI link - - - interface - - - DAW. Thanks!
I’m not an expert on using an attenuator with a solid state amp like that. The JC77 already has Volume and Distortion controls, which are the primary reason for an attenuator. You could contact Bugera to ask if it can be used for silent recording using the signal chain you described, or maybe someone else reading this thread can tell you.
Holy reverb, Batman.
LOL. Thanks, Morley.
How'd you hook it up to your combo? I had to modify my AC15 to use this.
On most Fenders, it’s easy. Fender Speaker out (via speaker cable, not instrument cable) into the proper ohm-rated input of the Bugera. Bugera Speaker out to...you guessed it...your speakers!
@@RobertCassard My 1993 Fender Pro Junior does not have a Speaker out. Would I have to mod the amp for the Bugera to work?
@@artdecco8617 it should have an 8 ohm speaker out jack that’s hidden behind the tube-protecting panel on the back side (the amp’s speaker should currently be plugged into the jack). Use a short length of speaker cable to connect that jack to the 8 ohm Amp Input of the Bugera, then connect the cable from the Speaker output of the Bugera.
Ok. I’ve two cabs. 1960a and b. Will it work with them? It only has 1 speaker output? Cheers 👍🏻
dukeofpearl Yes. A single 1/4” speaker out at full attenuated output level. You could use a splitter as long as you make sure it can handle speaker levels.
Wish you could plug ear phones into the power soaker that would be a game changer anyone know any alternatives with headphones?
Hey Daz Daz. You can connect the Line Out of the Bugera to an input of your audio interface and monitor that signal through headphones. I realize it's not as simple as having a Headphone output on the Bugera itself, but it lets you accomplish the same thing. There's even a Line Out volume knob on the front to control the signal level to your interface.
With it being a 100w Power Soak can you use a 120w amp head with it? would that fry it or just reduce its ability to decrease the volume? Thanks Robert
It should work fine as long as you don't push the amp volume to max as it feeds the soaker. In reality, your amp is generally putting out way less than 120 watts at most volume levels.
Dick Dale called and said to use less reverb.
Best comment yet, Mr. Barf!
@@RobertCassard All in good fun. 😎
Thanks for the info. I will probably get a Bugera.
Thanks. Btw how long has the bugera been around. Is it a reliable product
I believe it's fairly new, however, it's modeled VERY closely to the Jettenuator, which has been around for years. The thing is, an attenuator is very low-tech. It doesn't require any power except what it gets from your amp. Think of it as an electricity sponge!
Robert Cassard thanks you have been great. I will try it soon with my jvm!
@@chupacabra1807 My pleasure, I hope it's awesome for you. Cheaper than many pedals!
Robert Cassard sorry one last question I guess it shortens the life of the preamp and power tubes or just the power tubes?
Chupacabra 1 Here’s what UltimateGuitar.com says, “If you connect the fan (or just make sure that your attenuator isn't getting too hot) and connect your power attenuator correctly, there is no reason a correctly functioning power attenuator would harm your amp. They can, however, cause your power tubes to rise to higher temperatures, meaning that they might wear out more quickly.”
Is the bugera safe reliable I don’t want to blow my amp
Hey Chupacabra. Of course running tubes hot and attenuating them carries some risk, but I think it's pretty minor. It works really well for me. I wouldn't suggest pushing your tubes to the limit, but with my Vibroverb, setting the amp volume at about half gives me lots of crunch with very little risk.
can i use it with my 120watt 333xl head?
Yes. The 333xl’s Loudspeaker output goes to the PS-1 and that connects to your speaker cabinet. Just don’t turn the amp up all the way so you don’t exceed 100W into the PS-1.
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The price is right, Ricgard!
Next video... **One Reason To Use a Reverb Soaker**... Geez. Great info if you turn the volume off and the subtitles on.
Seriously... Remember what you are demoing (tone) and let us hear that. Otherwise great production.
Yep, I clearly need a reverb soaker. Sounds like common logic... LOL But hey, I’m an old guy, raised on the The Ventures and still listening to bands like the Blue Hawaiians!
@@RobertCassard - I fear I have a few years on you. Funny though... Although my guitar hero as a kid was "Scotty Moore", My first real musical influence was the blonde bikini model on the Ventures album cover **Golden Greats** .
Even through the 80's as my band-mates were discovering pointy guitars, my Go-to was (and still is) the old Fullerton girl in Daphne Blue. She even made it through those years without being sprayed red and assaulted with the obligatory EVH vomit of stripes.
I checked out some your other videos and it's more than obvious you have sound and production skills. Still, I was choked by the crazy verb trail mixed with O.D/distortion vs the surf chime.
BTW., Thanks for keeping Neil's '71 concert in it's entirety. I'll be coming back to relive that little gem this weekend. Thumbs up.
@@_Common_Logic_ Love the tale of your Fullerton girl in Daphne Blue - surf hue and surf tone! I've long romanced a Fullerton girl in Black (with a white pickguard and pickups)...formal wear, you might say. Thanks for checking out my videos. The Guitar Discoveries series is something I do purely for fun - to share info I've learned the hard (or expensive) way. I appreciate your eyes and ears.
Do you lose tone when using the Bugera?
In my case, with this vintage amp, I lose surprisingly little tone as I increase the attenuation. I lose only a small amount of top end. Easy to compensate for with a small increase on the treble know, or a subtle EQ boost around 3-5 khz in my DAW.
What's with all the reverb? Can't even tell what the tone is
Hey Chris. It didn’t sound so wet in the room...? Truth is, I just set all the knobs to 5 and that’s the sound it cranks out.
Duck me how does it connect to my fender deluxe amp FFS!!!!!!!!!
Help
With most Fender Deluxes, there is an output labeled SPEAKER. It normally has a 1/4" male cable plugged in that carries the amp signal directly to the speakers. You need to unplug that factory speaker cable and plug it into the Speaker Output jack on the Bugera. Now, to get sound from the amp to the Bugera requires a short length of male-to-male speaker cable - one than can carry high wattage (different than a guitar cable, which carries low wattage). Plug the new speaker cable into the SPEAKER jack on the Deluxe on one end and into the 8 Ohm Amp Input jack on the Bugera. (A Deluxe Reverb is designed for an 8 ohm load, so that inout should work best. My Vibroverb is designed for 4 Ohm loads.) In other words, the Bugera goes in between the SPEAKER out of the amp and the cord that goes to the speakers. I hope this helps!
01:19 Jesus, man...turn the reverb down. I can actually hear the springs slapping each other.
The springs aren’t the only things slapping each other. Lotsa guys like you slapping me for the reverb! LOL Thanks for checking out my videos.
U sure thats not a reverb pedal??
Been deservedly razzed to death about this!
It's a P.O.S returned it the same day I got it. Color the tone so much. I tried it on my Marshall 2204 (JCM 800) & JCM 2000 DSL. Horrible All attenuators color tone but this one was way too much.
Sorry it didn’t work for you, Alan. Not sure if it’s something about Marshalls vs. Fenders, but the coloration wasn’t enough to be an issue on my VibroVerb.
@@RobertCassard No worries. I think your correct about Marshall's and Fenders. Thx.
Crank the reverb a bit bro 😂
NK, beandog, especially loud because of the compression on the audio. And that's the reverb at "5" - only the halfway point. Such restraint! 😎
Note to self....invent a reverb soak.
Best response I’ve heard yet!
Ah nothing like having all your tone going through the reverb tank 🤓 no need to shower when your that wet 🤟Dick Dale would be proud.
Yep...already fell off the surfboard and fully drenched.
@@RobertCassard Haha, I love to run my Twin wet too, even though it’s too much , that analog circuitry and pure mechanical tone is just so nice... that’s why I’m looking for an attenuation device, Twin loves to be on 7 or 8... also have a 50w Marshall Plexi that definitely needs to be cranked.... Got this little guy on order so we’ll see how it goes, can’t just $600 or even $1300, but hundred bucks it’s a steal so... Appreciate the video...
That’s why I got one...for the price of a pedal I can give my tubes amps real “exercise” without ear damage! Come back and tell me how you like it.
Reason #6: You are less likely to burn up the voice coils in your loudspeakers. You're welcome.
Yes! Appreciate you watching and commenting.
I couldn't watch this for all the reverb. Surely you wouldn't play out live that way.
Sorry, Renee...you're right about playing live!
Dude Whats with all the reverb? Cant even hear the the natural sound of the amp with all the reverb tail.
Read below. You're not alone in your opinion, Kem. I've toweled off since then, so my other demos won't be so wet!
Getting distracted by way too much reverb wtf
Roof must’ve been leaking in the studio. Too wet! LOL
I used it with my
100 watt Marshall and after making unpleasant smell it died
Sorry to hear that, Andy. How hot were you running your Marshall? While the Bugera is rated to accept 100 watts, it’s not designed to accept 100 watts of continuous input. So if you were pumping max volume into it, it was likely to smoke and die. My amp is only 40 watts. I find the PS1 sounds best when I’m at about 5-6 volume, probably about 20 watts into the unit. If I dime my amp, it compresses too much and I lose the high-end.
To mutch reverb into the sound..doesent sound good.
Even I agree with you, Conny. The reverb didn’t sound as loud in the room, but after the audio was compressed, it was like taking a bath…so wet! LOL
Jeeeez.....lose the reverb.
You’re not alone in that opinion, Sia. I just had all the amp settings straight up at 5. Now you know what “halfway” reverb sounds like on a ‘63 Vibroverb!
Price went up by $18 in less than a year 😤
Still a deal...!
Damn that was some terrible sound. Lol.
But I’ve been officially endorsed by Reverb Overdosers of America!
@@RobertCassard Lol! Well at least it doesn't reflect the actual unit. 😂
way too much reverb wtf
Always bring a raincoat when you visit my channel. I like it WET! LOL
horrible review.
Hey Larry. Sorry you didn't like it. Always appreciate constructive criticism. I just do these videos for fun and to share stuff that makes playing better/more fun for me. Cheers!
@@RobertCassard You need to actually demo the PS1 by turning the knob in all positions while we see a decibel meter above the amp to show us the amount of soak. PPL cannot distinguish sound levels on a you-tube video playing on a cell phone or desktop computer speakers.
These are great suggestions - love the decibel meter idea, and I haven’t seen that in any other power soaker reviews. I obviously wasn’t approaching my review from a technical perspective (including sound levels) but rather an emotional + tonal one (hot tubes = distortion at the user’s choice of final output volume). Thanks for watching and commenting!