This video makes me happy. Im writing this comment before the video went live, thats how exciting this shootout is!! I made a JCM800 type mod video for the VK100 on my channel, so I have much love for those. Great amps. And the other one here is a staple and always performs, so I can't wait to see which wins.
I've always wanted this shootout, thanks man! They do sound similar, I actually preferred the VK, the music I play is more varied, however for strictly metal my choice would be the 6505. One more shootout before you consider hanging up the VK's guns... Valveking vs Marshall DSL 100
Honestly they sound very similar, the only huge difference being that the 6505 has a bit more bass to it, but i imagine you could add more bass to the valveking’s tone by adding an overdrive pedal in the loop.
I found the VK to cut better thrugh the mix, since the 6505+ was more on the loose bottom end side of the spectrum. Si i'll stay with the first (bias: i own a 20W VK 😅) Then, maybe it's only EQ settings 🤷🏻♂️
I’ve got a bad monkey overdrive and an isp decimate in front of my valveking 100 and a bbe sonic stomp in the effects loop. The sound is absolutely killer. Palm mutes are thunderous.
Great comparison. In my neck of the woods, Valveking combo amps sell for less than Marshall Haze 40s. 😆 That ValveKing sounded great, and I imagine it would be excellent for everything up to classic metal. For modern metal, though, I love the husky voice and tightness of the 6505+.
It's a 1988 Gibson Les Paul Custom Showcase Edition. It originally came with EMG 81/85 harrdwied from the factory and all Black Hardware. I swapped everything to Gold and installed Gibson 500T/496R Pickups. Cheers -Ryan
Hi, Nice video. The vk100 was my first amp, then years after i bought the 6505...But no way , my valveking does not have the incisive sound of the 6505, i maybe have à hard rock sound but no metalcore style for example...
Oh....I plugged my vk100, just after changing the tubes that were dead ( by 6L6GC ENGL ). Ok, wtf...All my life was a lie?? The sound is fu...awesome! Maybe better than my 5150!! That was impossible to sell the valveking more than 150 bucks, and i just realise how badass this amp is after all this years. And, the clean is better too....
Думаю, ручки как раз стоят условно на 12 на обоих. Было бы интересно узнать, насколько буст середины на бортовом эквалайзере приблизит вк к 6505. Зная подход производителей, можно предположить, что схематически эти усилки очень близки. Возможно, инженеры исходно сделали у вк тон "галочкой" как якобы модерновый мод 5150го. В общем, вк предлагает вполне рабочий тон и те же регулировки дип и резонанс. А если учесть, что серединку можно подбустить не с лица, так через петлю, то вероятно, вк можно приблизить и к 5150 при желании. Классный усилок. Нравится. И трипл хорош. Вк и трипл адово недооценены у нас.
В России vk очень недооцененный усилитель. 5150 практически считается иконой, а vk люди в упор не замчают. И для меня это удивительно, учитывая насколько он хорош. Люблю 6505, но хотел бы иметь vk100 в своем наборе
Haha yeah! I do my own colour correction… and I’m partially colour blind. Things generally look darker and some colours are messed up. Meh. Cheers -Ryan
Great shootout! Im digging the Valve King.
I own a valveking 100 and it plays like a dream but I’d love to get my hands on a 6505 at some point 🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘
I've owned an OG 90's 5150 and I've always heard that these Valve Kings are "The Poor Man's 5150". I think they sound great!
This video makes me happy. Im writing this comment before the video went live, thats how exciting this shootout is!! I made a JCM800 type mod video for the VK100 on my channel, so I have much love for those. Great amps. And the other one here is a staple and always performs, so I can't wait to see which wins.
Hi where can i get the 800 mod for my vk100
@@gastonjabaly9 months ago. Lol
Just picked up the 100w 212 to play in stereo with my 5150 212. Loving it so much thus far!!
I always wanted to get the 6505 but this video makes me appreciate my VK
I've always wanted this shootout, thanks man! They do sound similar, I actually preferred the VK, the music I play is more varied, however for strictly metal my choice would be the 6505.
One more shootout before you consider hanging up the VK's guns... Valveking vs Marshall DSL 100
I have a few Valve King shootouts that I want to do. The DSL 100HR is on the list… but as always: it’s a VERY long list! Cheers -Ryan
I prefer the VK myself...I own the 100w VK Combo...what are your control settings on the VK?
Honestly they sound very similar, the only huge difference being that the 6505 has a bit more bass to it, but i imagine you could add more bass to the valveking’s tone by adding an overdrive pedal in the loop.
I love both of these amps so much
4:04 beautiful riff👏👏👏👌
I found the VK to cut better thrugh the mix, since the 6505+ was more on the loose bottom end side of the spectrum. Si i'll stay with the first (bias: i own a 20W VK 😅)
Then, maybe it's only EQ settings 🤷🏻♂️
Great demonstration! ❤
Have you attempted to play the valve King 100 using the heavy menace by empress distortion?
Both are great. The 6505 seems to have a bit more "girth".
Would sound perfect in a mix together, honestly
@@slamrahovart9024 they would. holy shit i'm just thinking of this.
I’ve got a bad monkey overdrive and an isp decimate in front of my valveking 100 and a bbe sonic stomp in the effects loop. The sound is absolutely killer. Palm mutes are thunderous.
Got a vk recently
Having the Thermite mods done
Excited!
Great comparison.
In my neck of the woods, Valveking combo amps sell for less than Marshall Haze 40s. 😆
That ValveKing sounded great, and I imagine it would be excellent for everything up to classic metal. For modern metal, though, I love the husky voice and tightness of the 6505+.
Thank you for this! Really appreciate it!
That VK sounds pissed, I like it!
im not going to say i bought one because of this video but i maybe have bought the vk because of this video
How do you like it? My friend is trying to sell me his for $125 haha 🤔
For me: Track 1 with the Les Paul standard I liked the 6505+ and the second track with the Les Paul custom I loved the VK100
Awesome video! Hey, I was wondering what year is the red Les Paul Custom ? I've been looking for one of those.
It's a 1988 Gibson Les Paul Custom Showcase Edition. It originally came with EMG 81/85 harrdwied from the factory and all Black Hardware. I swapped everything to Gold and installed Gibson 500T/496R Pickups. Cheers -Ryan
@@Crypticmaskguitar definitely looks better as it is now. 🤩
Damnit this vid is going to make me buy a valveking
I have a Valve King 100, and a 5150. Love both of em, the 5150/6505 just has an edge above the Valve King.
God I miss my 6505 😢
🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
This video isnt showcasing the amps, its showcasing you're badass playing. Lol
Hi, Nice video.
The vk100 was my first amp, then years after i bought the 6505...But no way , my valveking does not have the incisive sound of the 6505, i maybe have à hard rock sound but no metalcore style for example...
Oh....I plugged my vk100, just after changing the tubes that were dead ( by 6L6GC ENGL ). Ok, wtf...All my life was a lie?? The sound is fu...awesome! Maybe better than my 5150!! That was impossible to sell the valveking more than 150 bucks, and i just realise how badass this amp is after all this years. And, the clean is better too....
@@Tonyx87 Friend, thank you very much for the experience mentioned, my vk100 is about to arrive.
Классные риффы, класная игра.
Nice bro!!! 💪
The 6505 has more of a 3D all around you tone to it.
Nice
Bom dia Jefferson São Paulo - BR
Excellent video!
6505 for me!
Total rock n' roll!
VK более суховат,6505 более серединистый,опять же,как ручки стоят мы не знаем
Думаю, ручки как раз стоят условно на 12 на обоих. Было бы интересно узнать, насколько буст середины на бортовом эквалайзере приблизит вк к 6505. Зная подход производителей, можно предположить, что схематически эти усилки очень близки. Возможно, инженеры исходно сделали у вк тон "галочкой" как якобы модерновый мод 5150го. В общем, вк предлагает вполне рабочий тон и те же регулировки дип и резонанс. А если учесть, что серединку можно подбустить не с лица, так через петлю, то вероятно, вк можно приблизить и к 5150 при желании. Классный усилок. Нравится. И трипл хорош. Вк и трипл адово недооценены у нас.
В России vk очень недооцененный усилитель. 5150 практически считается иконой, а vk люди в упор не замчают. И для меня это удивительно, учитывая насколько он хорош. Люблю 6505, но хотел бы иметь vk100 в своем наборе
I'm hearing 2 guitars.
You should as these are stereo recordings. Cheers -Ryan
@@Crypticmaskguitar So there are 2 mics on the amp?
No, just 1. It is double tracked. There are two separate guitars, one hard left, one hard right. Cheers -Ryan
@@Crypticmaskguitar Gothcha! Thanks.
Oh man, I love your playing, it's so amazing, but your LUT sucks... :-)
Haha yeah! I do my own colour correction… and I’m partially colour blind. Things generally look darker and some colours are messed up. Meh. Cheers -Ryan
Pot cleaning tip!!!!!! wd40.
your welcome
Electrical contact cleaner
I'm amazed how great the VK sounds. What cab are you using?
Signal chain is listed in the description. Cheers -Ryan