I gigged relentlessly with one of these in the 90s when everyone else was trying to get a good sound with 100w valve amps in bars and clubs.Such a beautiful spread on the sound. As the vibe got bigger I fell into the trap of getting a 100w valve amp and couldn't recreate the beautiful warmth this hidden gem makes. I play stereo Oranges now and have been on the lookout for an 8240 for some time to use as my stereo clean. Great video!
Just got home, having survived Friday afternoon highway traffic madness on my motorcycle.. Ur tune made me calm & relaxed almost instantly - total mood shift to Zen-like inner peace. Made my 1st beer of the day taste extra good too !!! Thanks for positive attitude adjustment Johan, and CHEERS !!
That's my baby I'm playing on for decades now. Was often wondering to play my 80' MIJapan Strat on an 'old' Fender amp...but never did. Yes, that's exactly the sound...and I still love it. Thanks for sharing. Greetings.
I think Jim knew the valvestate series were the amps of the future . They were his favorite , best selling modern - hybrid amps in the 90's . I liked the ones I had . Great tones at low and high volume . This was a very nice tune and a good representation of the warmth from that stereo chorus 2x12 powerhouse . Great job , big J
Another great video, Johan. Amazing amp, really. Shame how unappreciated they are. The clean is great, the built in chorus is lush, and I love the drive as well. Takes to pedals very well, too. Mine has been my main amp lately.
Hi Johan! Excellent demo as always 👍 The Strat simply SHINES through this amp - I am surprised to hear how good the clean sound of this Marshall combo is. And that bass line, man! I really dig the bass line in this new tune of yours - you've done a great job when composing and also playing the bass for this track 👌 I - of course along with the rest of your followers - totally enjoy witnessing the birth of your second album 😀 Congratulations on this video too & keep up the good work!
I find myself every know and then listen to your clips just to hear great examples of tone. Keep it up Johan! When I get to Göteborg I'll buy you a beer for all your effort put into the videos.
I gigged relentlessly with one of these in the 90's and it was the best tone I ever had.... only now reading and watching this I realise it was a stereo amp.. DoH!
Thanks for letting me know about another great amp, i will buy one of these. bought my peavey vt classic after seeing your review on one, many thanks. Keep rocking !!
Wow what a beautiful and very different new moody melody from you Johan! Love it. Keep up your excellent work! The Valvestate definitely is an interesting amp.
I just picked one of these up locally for very little money - what clinched the deal for me was the stereo inputs on the effect loop. As an effects platform for home use it is incredibly good - even ended up using the distortion channel within the effects loop of my Plethora X5 as I wanted to put it after a compressor.
Johan, how would you describe those G12Ts against other current models? I got one in a trade and it sounds much better to my ears than the current V30 with my Blackmore head. Much warmer in the mids, the V30 sounds hollow and sizzly in comparison. Now he needs a soul companion in its 2x12 home and I can't seem to find one apropriate room mate for it. I thought about the K-100, the Creamback 65, the current G12T Hot 100 and the Heritage G12-65, but I have no chance to experiment unless I buy them... Help me out mate! And by the way, your demos are the coolest in the tube!
I have this amp, it's my favourite for the overdrive channel, for me the clean tone on mine is a little bit "boxy" but the overdrive channel woowww : the first time, with the chorus : "It's the sound of Brian May !" Back to 80' ! Perfect for Gun's N' Roses sound too...
@@JohanSegeborn It's alright, but you should do another video how great 80's chorus distortion sounds you could get! For me it sounds really Judas Priest-ish (screaming for vengeance era)!😁🤘
The thing with the cheaper (MG, Valvestates) Marshalls is that they sound OK at lower levels but if you turn them up to compete with a loud drummer at live stage volume they tend to sound bad.
Very nice demo Johan that shows the stereo generation Valvestates were good amps. Amongst my combos I've got one of the first generation (1993) mono 8040 1×12 4ohm two channel series. It's built like a tank with no chorus but a decent accutronics spring reverb.
Good question! Probably: 1. Fender Twin 2. Fender Deluxe 3. (old)PolyTone 4. MesaBoogie 5, Vox AC15 Are the ones I have used. The last 6-7 years it's a Fractal Model of a Fender Twin. When I travel the only thing I have in my rider is that I DON'T (!!!) want a Jazz Chorus😄
Back in late 90s when i was proud for a vs100r head +4x12... Sounds ok. Then, a friend gave to me an old tube p.a. (clemt echolette) A hyped (and overpriced) mesa v twin (hybrid circuit) pedal+ clemt+4x12 makes me realise that tubes is something else.... Feeling and glorius sound.
Owning anything is never a good reason for pride. After all, we are simply passengers in this planet. We dont own nothing. But i was 15 years old, back then.
I had one of those in the mid 90s. It was good just based on price but it was solid state, Marshall's first offering in that kind of amp. Its gain did not have the typical midrange hump of a tube amp, the high gain was fairly brittle and the clean tone was just OK, not like a Fender Blackface or Roland Jazz. I got rid of it eventually.
Hey, I was wondering if you know about scumback speakers and what your opinion was. I know how you think speakers are important and I agree. I really like that greenback nasally that none of the clones seem to have and I can't really afford real pre rolas right now. Sorry for the off topic comment, I just respect your advice immensely.
The 8240 was the 1st real Marshall amp I ever bought. I loved the chorus. The gain however sounded 'brittle' (to my ears at that time) so I parted with it. I wish I still had it. Thanks for the memories :).
Hi, JOHAN! Looks like you made that video personaly for my motivation! This is my main sound kit: Strat + Valvestate!:-) Of course my Val. is not stereo, and it is not so strong, but basicaly this is my equipment for the last 1.5 years. One point is probably right is the unforgetable sustain of those amps. Looks like CBS Fenders were not so bad, as everybody sais. Greats from my old Dad, he somehow found your playlist on my channel. For Professor who worked with electronica your videos are VERY INTERESTING. First time I heard from my father, that Marshall with LP better, then Messa Boogie! So you have one more subscriber now. If he told me to say to you his "RESPECT", I must say: WOW! Because he never paid no attention for my music.:-) YOU DID IT!:-) So, have a nice weekend, and I hope, he will like your video too. C.U. Zigfrid P.S.: Not bad for 87? :-)))
Hi Zigfrid! Yeah the sustain was great at any gain level basically. Glad to hear your dad watches the channel, I have done lot's of technical research and teaching too in my day. Matshall and LP is a match made on heaven indeed. Have a great weekend my friend, and give my regards to your farher. Cheers Johan
You're right about the CBS Strats! They got a bad rap due to the "micro tilt" feature which was quickly discontinued. They did crank out a few stinkers in the 70s but overall the CBS Strats are great guitars. Hendrix played some of his most iconic shows using brand new CBS Strats. While of course he had his share of vintage pre CBS axes he certainly didn't shy away from playing the CBS models. This tells you all you need to know about those guitars. Someone of Jimi's feel and status could have played anything he wanted and he played those CBS babies like there was no tomorrow. Much like the silverfaced Fender amps they get an unfair bad reputation. Which is great because it enables those in the know to obtain some great guitars and amps at reasonable prices just because of the color of the face or the owner of the company! Cheers!
Hey Johan! You have the same amp as I and I must say that I love it too. I was just looking for some sound samples of it and then I saw this one was yours. This is a little different from cutting up guitar bodies for a sustain test, haha.
I had one for a couple of years and was never fully satisfied with it. No matter what I dialed, I never could get a good sound in the lead channel and in the end relied on distortion pedals instead. The chorus was cool though.
Man I NEVER should have sold this amp back in 1993. I traded it towards the purchase of the 8100 head and 4x12 cab because I was joining a band and wanted the same tone in a half stack(the other guitar player had the same setup and I was having trouble matching his volume). Just last summer I was like, 'man I wish I had that old combo for this road trip'. Yes the cleans were very nice and this is the first video I've seen where that is the focus instead of the gain channel.
Greetings from Adelaide, Australia. Johan I like to tart off to sat, keep up with the good work man. I love watching your reviews videos and how you pretty much leave it up to us in how the gear sound's. However I do have something to ask. Back when Vox making it's Pathfinder 15R amp, did they sell it in your part of the world? If so, if you happen to come across one, will you apply your magic and do a video on it?
Johan, you gotta check out the new fender Rumble 25 watt. It's a bass amp, but the moment you plug in a guitar and crank up every knob to 10 with the overdrive off, it roars like a classic tube amp pushed to 11. One of the best pieces of gear I've ever found for $100
I still have my VS65R in the closet. Still looks brand new. Never used channel 2 on it but the clean channel was great and took pedals very well. Great stuff Johan 😎😎
I'm thinking it's time you did another "Johan Segeborn's Second Album" video of your latest riffs. This one's great. The valvestate sounds really nice. I have an AVT150H that I still play once in a while. I can get similar tones.
I picked up a 8280 recently for $100. A rabbit ate through the grill cloth, and one speaker's cone; so I got a good deal. I put a pair of G12H 100 watts with 1777 cones in it, wonderful clean tones, but the Boost channel is nice as well; it growls, it wails, it's mean in a good way. Cheers!
Thanks Philip, I very seldomly dislike an amp, but from time to time an amp clashes with my playing style, and I cant make it sound good. But often then Simon or Ragnar can, so most amps have their application. Cheers
I have never seen you play that Strat before. Is it Custom Shop or vintage? Incredible demo and such warm and organic playing. Best to you from Los Angeles.
Beautiful tune! The sound is so smooth! This should definitely go on your album! Should have some nice fat guitar solo somewhere on top, though! ;-) Why not do a comparison of the Mk1, Mk2 and Mk3 Valvestates? I have a Mk3 we did a clip on some time a go and I had a Mk1 80V 8080 combo before I got my JCM600, and it sounded just fantastic. Rumour has it that the Mk1 sounds best, followed by the Mk3 and the Mk2. Please find out the truth!
I have got the same for a couple of time... and is so good ! Possible scratching knobs... Fix it with electric contact spray ! MIND, you must disconnect it...!!!! Enjoy !
Hey Johan would you mind sharing your settings on the Scuffham S Gear plugin??? I would die for them! Tried to copy from the video but failed... Thanks in advance!
Hi Pedro, Im afraid I don't remember but the master volume or level was cranked, as was the mids, the gain was kept as low as possible. I used the Stealer. I'm gonna do a new scuffham video soon and then I will declare the detailed settings. Cheers
I really like the Valvestate sound, attack (quick!) and tone. Anyone know an amp that can get a very similar tone? I’ve heard the 8100s overheat due to faulty electronics (hence why they are so cheap).
I've had a vs100 for about 5 years now, and I honestly couldn't ask for a better amp for $140. I run it in the overdrive 1 channel with the master cranked and the gain somewhat low, gives a great warm clean sound, you'd think it was all-tube not just one, though I did pop in a nos 7025 in place of the generic chinese-made 12ax7 which greatly reduced background hum as well as upgrading its tone magnificently
I had one a few years back and I regret selling it. It had decent "Marshall" crunch and lead tones. How about another review that's a little more rocky? I'd love to hear it doing something more!
Here in Rio is it not too cheap ... a lot of person don't like these line amp. I think these line is a good call if you don't have money to buy a valve classic . Good job again .
I have one of those! The power-amp stage is clean and transparent. Love it! The pre-amp is a really cool Marshall sound. Way cool, really.
My first amp! Still got it and Im still using it! Changed the speakers, changed the pre amp valve and it still rocks after 25 years!!
I gigged relentlessly with one of these in the 90s when everyone else was trying to get a good sound with 100w valve amps in bars and clubs.Such a beautiful spread on the sound. As the vibe got bigger I fell into the trap of getting a 100w valve amp and couldn't recreate the beautiful warmth this hidden gem makes. I play stereo Oranges now and have been on the lookout for an 8240 for some time to use as my stereo clean. Great video!
This was my first amp. Still some of the best clean and chorus tones I ever heard.
Just got home, having survived Friday afternoon highway traffic madness on my motorcycle.. Ur tune made me calm & relaxed almost instantly - total mood shift to Zen-like inner peace. Made my 1st beer of the day taste extra good too !!! Thanks for positive attitude adjustment Johan, and CHEERS !!
Hahaha! Cheers my friend ;-)
That's my baby I'm playing on for decades now. Was often wondering to play my 80' MIJapan Strat on an 'old' Fender amp...but never did. Yes, that's exactly the sound...and I still love it. Thanks for sharing. Greetings.
I think Jim knew the valvestate series were the amps of the future . They were his favorite , best selling modern - hybrid amps in the 90's . I liked the ones I had . Great tones at low and high volume . This was a very nice tune and a good representation of the warmth from that stereo chorus 2x12 powerhouse . Great job , big J
Thanks, glad to hear that!
Another great video, Johan. Amazing amp, really. Shame how unappreciated they are. The clean is great, the built in chorus is lush, and I love the drive as well. Takes to pedals very well, too. Mine has been my main amp lately.
Hi Johan! Excellent demo as always 👍 The Strat simply SHINES through this amp - I am surprised to hear how good the clean sound of this Marshall combo is.
And that bass line, man! I really dig the bass line in this new tune of yours - you've done a great job when composing and also playing the bass for this track 👌
I - of course along with the rest of your followers - totally enjoy witnessing the birth of your second album 😀
Congratulations on this video too & keep up the good work!
Thanks my friend! It's so good to hear that! :-)
I find myself every know and then listen to your clips just to hear great examples of tone.
Keep it up Johan!
When I get to Göteborg I'll buy you a beer for all your effort put into the videos.
Thanks Dennis! Yeah lets down a few cold ones when you're here. Cheers
I had one of these, back in the day. The amps I've loved and lost. Great video, Johan.
Thanks man, yeah I've my fair share of lost gems too
Beautiful sounding amp but that bass line is what really stood out for me! Reminded me of a Pink Floyd song that never was. Groovy. :)
Thanks man, thats so good to hear!
That’s the first thing I said sounds like Pink Floyd which I happen to love great song love it
My pastor has this and I play on it every chance I get. It’s so good
Cheers!
I don't think the base player J Segeborn gets enough appreciation! He's good!
Glad to hear that my friend! :-)
Bass.
Man I love this song
That little jam was awesome!! Nice drum work!!
Love the stereo tones, Johan. It's been a dream of mine to have a stereo rig and this might just be it. Very tasty playing as always.
I gigged relentlessly with one of these in the 90's and it was the best tone I ever had.... only now reading and watching this I realise it was a stereo amp.. DoH!
lush like a warm bubble bath. luvvid. absolutely gorgeous sounds not mentioning the sensible playing.
Thanks Eleni! You make my day! Cheers Johan
This was my first gigging amp I bought when I was 17 back in '02. Lots of memories with that amp. The chorus was quite cool. Thanks for reviewing!
Thanks!
Thanks for letting me know about another great amp, i will buy one of these. bought my peavey vt classic after seeing your review on one, many thanks. Keep rocking !!
Wow what a beautiful and very different new moody melody from you Johan! Love it. Keep up your excellent work! The Valvestate definitely is an interesting amp.
Thanks Alan, have a great weekend!
Johan Segeborn thanks now i will :-)
I just picked one of these up locally for very little money - what clinched the deal for me was the stereo inputs on the effect loop. As an effects platform for home use it is incredibly good - even ended up using the distortion channel within the effects loop of my Plethora X5 as I wanted to put it after a compressor.
Very nice piece of music and well played there Johan! Keep up the great work!
Thanks Patrick! :-)
I have this one. an amazing amp. the clean is glassy. will keep it forever!
This was the first real guitar amp I bought that didn't come with a starter pack back in the day. Thank for this video! Took me back in time!
Thanks José, glad to hear it!
That song was incredible my man
Johan, how would you describe those G12Ts against other current models? I got one in a trade and it sounds much better to my ears than the current V30 with my Blackmore head. Much warmer in the mids, the V30 sounds hollow and sizzly in comparison.
Now he needs a soul companion in its 2x12 home and I can't seem to find one apropriate room mate for it. I thought about the K-100, the Creamback 65, the current G12T Hot 100 and the Heritage G12-65, but I have no chance to experiment unless I buy them... Help me out mate!
And by the way, your demos are the coolest in the tube!
Love those valvestates. They have some killer drive tones as well.
They do Indeed!
Hello Johan, Will you also do a demo of the drive channels/Modes?
Yeah absolutely, that will come up!
I have this amp, it's my favourite for the overdrive channel, for me the clean tone on mine is a little bit "boxy" but the overdrive channel woowww : the first time, with the chorus : "It's the sound of Brian May !" Back to 80' ! Perfect for Gun's N' Roses sound too...
Great video
Does the 2000's Valvestate stereo amp sound very similar?
As always the best part is that we all wait for Johan’s new tunes 🙏
So good to hear that! Cheers Johan
Very nice tones, great tunes!! I’ll just copy and paste this to all your vids. Your awesome Johan🙌
Thanks my friend :-)
I just found a used one cheap - $350 CAD. Very happy so far
sounds great with your music and playing
Very appropriate for this rainy Saturday! Nice and sweet, well done! Thanks for sharing brother!
Be Well!
Thanks brother, you too!
Noooooo, Johan, don't make my favorite amp's price go through the roof! 😅😂
Always a good time to hear you jam, dude! 🤘
Hahaha! Sorry my friend ;-)
@@JohanSegeborn It's alright, but you should do another video how great 80's chorus distortion sounds you could get! For me it sounds really Judas Priest-ish (screaming for vengeance era)!😁🤘
Thats my favourite Judas Album!
Awesome, these still are pretty much under the radar! How do you think does it compare to the classic of the breed, the Roland JC-120?
you got much better at drumming, man :)
Thanks, glad to hear it. Yeah that's necessary if I'm gonna keep doing the drumming myself.
The thing with the cheaper (MG, Valvestates) Marshalls is that they sound OK at lower levels but if you turn them up to compete with a loud drummer at live stage volume they tend to sound bad.
Very nice demo Johan that shows the stereo generation Valvestates were good amps. Amongst my combos I've got one of the first generation (1993) mono 8040 1×12 4ohm two channel series. It's built like a tank with no chorus but a decent accutronics spring reverb.
Thanks Chris! Great amps, I like the 8080 80V too. Cheers
A rare appearance from Clean Johan. Sounds good!
Hahahaha! Cheers ;-)
Killer drum beat! Is there no end to your brilliance/madness? The amp reminds me of the Roland Jazz chorus
Thanks Jimmie! :-)
I played a valvestate for Jazz for a few years around 2000, but it wasn't that great for that 🙂
Interesting, what’s your top 5 favorite jazz amps?
Good question! Probably:
1. Fender Twin
2. Fender Deluxe
3. (old)PolyTone
4. MesaBoogie
5, Vox AC15
Are the ones I have used. The last 6-7 years it's a Fractal Model of a Fender Twin. When I travel the only thing I have in my rider is that I DON'T (!!!) want a Jazz Chorus😄
Hahaha! ;-)
@@JensLarsen I love the Jazz Combo and they're also smaller lighter models?
sounds great as always john! very inspiring
Thanks Joe!
My practice amp since 10 years
Nice groove Johan, new gear has a way of inspiring new ideas for us
Thanks Jon, yeah it pulls new riffs out of one. Cheers
Back in late 90s when i was proud for a vs100r head +4x12...
Sounds ok.
Then, a friend gave to me an old tube p.a. (clemt echolette)
A hyped (and overpriced) mesa v twin (hybrid circuit) pedal+ clemt+4x12 makes me realise that tubes is something else....
Feeling and glorius sound.
Owning an amp is never a good reason for pride
Owning anything is never a good reason for pride.
After all, we are simply passengers in this planet.
We dont own nothing.
But i was 15 years old, back then.
That song! Awesome! Way to go Johan! Also that amp, it sounds quite good!
Thanks Roberto, glad you like it!
How has one guy got so much talent? I'm sure you must have some I was supposed to get.... I certainly can't find it. Love your demo man.
Thanks my friend, that’s kind of you ;-)
Sounds beautiful, great bass playing
I had one of those in the mid 90s. It was good just based on price but it was solid state, Marshall's first offering in that kind of amp. Its gain did not have the typical midrange hump of a tube amp, the high gain was fairly brittle and the clean tone was just OK, not like a Fender Blackface or Roland Jazz. I got rid of it eventually.
Hey, I was wondering if you know about scumback speakers and what your opinion was. I know how you think speakers are important and I agree. I really like that greenback nasally that none of the clones seem to have and I can't really afford real pre rolas right now. Sorry for the off topic comment, I just respect your advice immensely.
Is the high gain usable on this? Should be same as Valvestate 8100?
The 8240 was the 1st real Marshall amp I ever bought. I loved the chorus. The gain however sounded 'brittle' (to my ears at that time) so I parted with it. I wish I still had it.
Thanks for the memories :).
At last u did my request, great amp johann and it was the first Marshall i owned
Thanks man, glad to hear from you!
Okay that sounded badass! I’m talking about the song but yes the amp sounded amazing too (as always).
Hi, JOHAN!
Looks like you made that video personaly for my motivation! This is my main sound kit: Strat + Valvestate!:-) Of course my Val. is not stereo, and it is not so strong, but basicaly this is my equipment for the last 1.5 years. One point is probably right is the unforgetable sustain of those amps. Looks like CBS Fenders were not so bad, as everybody sais. Greats from my old Dad, he somehow found your playlist on my channel. For Professor who worked with electronica your videos are VERY INTERESTING. First time I heard from my father, that Marshall with LP better, then Messa Boogie! So you have one more subscriber now. If he told me to say to you his "RESPECT", I must say: WOW! Because he never paid no attention for my music.:-) YOU DID IT!:-)
So, have a nice weekend, and I hope, he will like your video too.
C.U.
Zigfrid
P.S.: Not bad for 87? :-)))
Hi Zigfrid! Yeah the sustain was great at any gain level basically. Glad to hear your dad watches the channel, I have done lot's of technical research and teaching too in my day. Matshall and LP is a match made on heaven indeed. Have a great weekend my friend, and give my regards to your farher.
Cheers Johan
You're right about the CBS Strats! They got a bad rap due to the "micro tilt" feature which was quickly discontinued. They did crank out a few stinkers in the 70s but overall the CBS Strats are great guitars. Hendrix played some of his most iconic shows using brand new CBS Strats. While of course he had his share of vintage pre CBS axes he certainly didn't shy away from playing the CBS models. This tells you all you need to know about those guitars. Someone of Jimi's feel and status could have played anything he wanted and he played those CBS babies like there was no tomorrow. Much like the silverfaced Fender amps they get an unfair bad reputation. Which is great because it enables those in the know to obtain some great guitars and amps at reasonable prices just because of the color of the face or the owner of the company! Cheers!
Man, that does sound good.
Hey Johan! You have the same amp as I and I must say that I love it too. I was just looking for some sound samples of it and then I saw this one was yours.
This is a little different from cutting up guitar bodies for a sustain test, haha.
I had one for a couple of years and was never fully satisfied with it. No matter what I dialed, I never could get a good sound in the lead channel and in the end relied on distortion pedals instead.
The chorus was cool though.
Great tones Johan - good to see the Valvestate getting air time ...cool
Man I NEVER should have sold this amp back in 1993. I traded it towards the purchase of the 8100 head and 4x12 cab because I was joining a band and wanted the same tone in a half stack(the other guitar player had the same setup and I was having trouble matching his volume). Just last summer I was like, 'man I wish I had that old combo for this road trip'. Yes the cleans were very nice and this is the first video I've seen where that is the focus instead of the gain channel.
This sound great! Thanks for the awesome video!
Great sound Johan! Very underrated amp.. I have the 8280 version and it's a beast! How did you manage that subtle crunch around 1:35?
Thanks Joos! That was amp gain. The low channel cranked with EQ at 5. Cheers
Greetings from Adelaide, Australia. Johan I like to tart off to sat, keep up with the good work man. I love watching your reviews videos and how you pretty much leave it up to us in how the gear sound's. However I do have something to ask. Back when Vox making it's Pathfinder 15R amp, did they sell it in your part of the world? If so, if you happen to come across one, will you apply your magic and do a video on it?
Johan, you gotta check out the new fender Rumble 25 watt. It's a bass amp, but the moment you plug in a guitar and crank up every knob to 10 with the overdrive off, it roars like a classic tube amp pushed to 11. One of the best pieces of gear I've ever found for $100
I still have my VS65R in the closet. Still looks brand new. Never used channel 2 on it but the clean channel was great and took pedals very well. Great stuff Johan 😎😎
Thanks! :-)
I'm thinking it's time you did another "Johan Segeborn's Second Album" video of your latest riffs. This one's great.
The valvestate sounds really nice. I have an AVT150H that I still play once in a while. I can get similar tones.
Damn thats a thick chorus. Sounds great as always!
Killer tone indeed! Killer jam too :)
Thanks, so good to hear that! Cheers
I picked up a 8280 recently for $100. A rabbit ate through the grill cloth, and one speaker's cone; so I got a good deal. I put a pair of G12H 100 watts with 1777 cones in it, wonderful clean tones, but the Boost channel is nice as well; it growls, it wails, it's mean in a good way. Cheers!
Hi Patrick! That's one creative rabbit ;-) Cheers!
Great Chill Tune , Nice work.
I just picked up a Class 5 head, it is amazing. You havn't done any demo vids of it yet?
Johann - awesome tone as always. Do you have any episodes where you can't get a good tone out of an amp? Which amps do you not like?
Thanks Philip, I very seldomly dislike an amp, but from time to time an amp clashes with my playing style, and I cant make it sound good. But often then Simon or Ragnar can, so most amps have their application. Cheers
Thank you, very lush.
I have never seen you play that Strat before. Is it Custom Shop or vintage? Incredible demo and such warm and organic playing. Best to you from Los Angeles.
You should try the 8200 head stereo into a 1960. It will hang with a plexi in the loudness department.
She sure sounds nice. Thanks Johan
Thanks! :-)
Great track man, REALLY GREAT.
Thanks Luki! Glad you like it!
Very VERY cool!! These were very overlooked but great models nonetheless.
Thanks! :-)
can we please wait a few more years with the valvestates? i can already feel prices going up :)
Hahaha, they do deserve it :-)
Sold mine for a hundred bucks. 😂
nice man i bought mine for 120 :D
Stock.
Exactly
Johan is in his castle for this one!
My first Marshall amp 8240. Pay 300 quid ish brand new. New nothing about amps then always thought it was good though
you are also a fantastic bass player!!
Thanks Daniel! Great to hear that!
I have a 2x65 valvestate. Amazing amp
Oh and use a boss me-25. The perfect combination
but you didn't make it sound like a driven plexi?
great, great Groove: )
Beautiful tune! The sound is so smooth! This should definitely go on your album! Should have some nice fat guitar solo somewhere on top, though! ;-)
Why not do a comparison of the Mk1, Mk2 and Mk3 Valvestates? I have a Mk3 we did a clip on some time a go and I had a Mk1 80V 8080 combo before I got my JCM600, and it sounded just fantastic. Rumour has it that the Mk1 sounds best, followed by the Mk3 and the Mk2. Please find out the truth!
Thanks Bengan! :-) that's a great idea!
really sweet groov
Thanks! Glad you like it!
I have got the same for a couple of time... and is so good !
Possible scratching knobs... Fix it with electric contact spray ! MIND, you must disconnect it...!!!!
Enjoy !
Hello Johan! Bravo as always!
Thanks Marco!
This ones so pretty Johan ;) good work!
Thanks Dan, glad you like it!
Hey Johan would you mind sharing your settings on the Scuffham S Gear plugin??? I would die for them! Tried to copy from the video but failed...
Thanks in advance!
Hi Pedro, Im afraid I don't remember but the master volume or level was cranked, as was the mids, the gain was kept as low as possible. I used the Stealer. I'm gonna do a new scuffham video soon and then I will declare the detailed settings. Cheers
Johan Segeborn Thank you my friend. Really looking forward to the new video! Cheers
I really like the Valvestate sound, attack (quick!) and tone. Anyone know an amp that can get a very similar tone? I’ve heard the 8100s overheat due to faulty electronics (hence why they are so cheap).
I've had a vs100 for about 5 years now, and I honestly couldn't ask for a better amp for $140. I run it in the overdrive 1 channel with the master cranked and the gain somewhat low, gives a great warm clean sound, you'd think it was all-tube not just one, though I did pop in a nos 7025 in place of the generic chinese-made 12ax7 which greatly reduced background hum as well as upgrading its tone magnificently
I had one a few years back and I regret selling it. It had decent "Marshall" crunch and lead tones.
How about another review that's a little more rocky? I'd love to hear it doing something more!
Yeah, that will be coming up too
Whoohoo!
Here in Rio is it not too cheap ... a lot of person don't like these line amp. I think these line is a good call if you don't have money to buy a valve classic . Good job again .
Thanks Marcio, yeah I heard about the horrible prices of music gear in Brazil
Sounds very similar to a Roland Jazz Chorus.
Yeah, the same sparkling tone
Hi Johan. Yes it sounds good, but the magic is in your fingers. Cheers.
Thanks Jorge! :-) Cheers
Have you utilized the stereo fx loop?
This would go very well with the Fender Ultimate Chorus. Another totally 90s, stereo solid state gem with amazing clean sounds (but terrible drive).