Fender Professional Pedal Board and LVL8 Power Supply (Unboxing and Review)
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- Опубліковано 29 чер 2024
- Fender's new Professional Pedalboard comes in a beautiful, brushed metal finish but is it any good? Is it really for Professionals?
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00:00 Unboxing the Pedal Board and first impressions
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The Red plug is reverse polarity. It wasn't printed in the manual that came with the unit but its been added in the online version.
Not sure if anyone has noticed, but I think in this review he kept saying he has the medium board, however, I think he has the small board. That does not look like 24 inches across. But I could be wrong.
No, you're right.
That’s the small size not the medium. The medium has 6 in out holes in the back
That’s what’s I noticed. Almost bought the wrong size cuz of it
I have one. It's great and I don't have the same criticism's, which I might add seem overly nit-picky. Feels like a tank in my hands. As far as the look of the brushed aluminum being 'covered' by the velcro? Don't just lay strips across it. I do that too on my black Voodoo Labs board, but here with a little more precision I have all my pedals mounted and no Velcro is visible letting the brushed aluminum shine though. (if that's your thing) In the odd chance I replace a pedal with a radically different shape/size and need to rearrange the Velcro, so be it but I doubt that will ever be necessary.
Am comparing boards to purchase and nearly bought this without in depth analysis… that’s where you came in. Thanks - NOW I’m giving more consideration after watching your review.
Much appreciated.
Subscribed!
You’re welcome Dave.
This board is fine, it’s just not pro level
11:50 andy u should have put the strips one on top and one on bottom to keep the power supply from moving .....love the video
I got a LVL 8 engine room the other day its a great PSU But I couldn't fit it under either of my boards with the way the cooling inlet and kettle lead design, so not shocked they did there own board haha
Honest as ever Andy. If they are clever they will take notes and tweak the next generation of this board. Everything you said is correct and very obvious. When you stand back it doesn’t require a lot to bring it up to the pro level. A few common sense things. As a home only user and a fender fan I would snap this up if I didn’t have a board already. I could fix everything myself. Brilliant review Andy, thanks ❤️👍👍
Great honest review and always entertaining! A thought about the Neutrik connectors, I was wondering if the mounted from the inside, kinda like how you put the grommets in ultimately. I don't have any Neutrik connectors to know if the exterior jack side has a different diameter than the internal connection side. I agree that might not be the most "professional" board. If you put a little bend in the board trying to install the power supply, I wonder how easy it would bend when stepping on pedals and say you lose your balance a little. Might be ok gauge metal for steel, but maybe a little light for aluminum? All that being said, the power supply looks like a great unit! Great job as always. Fair and unbiased.
Thanks for this professional and honest review. Henning came to the same conclusions a few weeks before.
Spot on about zips... I bought a Donner pedal board, luckily there's two zips as one broke after about a week of light use!
Thanks, Andy. I just bought a Voodoo Lab Dingbat medium (super happy with it) but I spent some time thinking about the Fender board (because they are shiny, mostly). I feel better about my decision now!
I think thats the small size board not the medium
Fair criticisms. I will say that I love these boards though! I’ve gigged the small one a few times, including outdoor shows, and they’ve been great. Will have to see how they hold up over the long term.
I'm grabbing this board and supply tomorrow to use for my acoustic shows. Super psyched to grab it.
How has it been treating you the last 7 months?
@@MrGul It’s been great!
@@wes.farmer Cool! How has the rubber feet held up? And have you tried mounting anything to the "Neutrik holes"? Is there any significant damage to the softcase/gigbag?
@@MrGul The biggest criticism I have is how the rubber feet come. You really do have to glue them down haha. I don’t know why Fender made them like that, because who needs to move them around?
I haven’t tried the Neutrik holes, but I can see how they’re conveniently located. The gig bag has held up surprisingly well!
Super helpful. Are you going to review the smaller board with the lvl 5 power supply in the future?
I like your honesty
Thanks for the great review! I’ve been looking at these. I think you have the smaller version though not the medium. The cable management clips do look pretty flimsy and the rubber feet strips are extremely disappointing for a “professional” board.
That is definitely the small board. Medium is 24” x 12.8” and has 6 columns of those angled holes. The largest one is 32” x 16”.
That USB port would be pretty handy with the Peterson StroboStomp Mini tuner pedal. Its 9v DC power connector is on the side, which makes it a little less space conscious than it should be, but it has a USB C connector from which it can be powered on top, where the in/out jacks also are. So...neat.
Great review, appreciate the honesty. It always seems like most companies don't get these things right. If you are a gigging musician, you definitely need something that will hold up traveling on the road. This pedalboard would last me about 6 months(the carrying strap I would give a month before it snapped off) and I would be replacing it. Not pro level, but a great board of you were gonna leave it set up at a rehearsal space or at home. Cheers!
Every time I contemplate getting a Fender PB I come back to this video and am quickly dissuaded. I own lvl 12 Engine Room that I’ve used for months and love it (got a lvl 5 but haven’t used it yet). Thanks for this video and your critical eye when it comes to reviews!
Great board at a great price. This will provide a great platform for any local musician that gigs weekly. Who really expects a professional grade board at $200?
I bought this board and the neutrik sockets. You’re spot on that the holes are too small by a tiny amount. I ended up using a file to gently enlarge the holes so they fit perfectly but definitely was a frustration!
Unbelievable they would miss this at that price! How do you like the board so far?
What kind of neutrik did you buy, which model, please?
@@TEST-sk8uz I like the board, easy enough to use and work with. The engineroom power supply fits really well underneath
@@fredmfp I have the Neutrik NJ3FP6C 1/4" TRS Jack Panel Mount Connector
I have 4 of them as I use an effects loop. So I drilled two 25mm holes, one on each of the plastic sides.
@@justwinclassic Ok, thanks for the anwser. I get it.
But... how to you plug the output jack from the pedals inside the pedalboard to this neutrik socket?
I was thinking of a socket with female in input (from inside the PB) and female in output (from outside the PB)?
Do you mean that one has to use a soldering iron?
I liked the straight forward & honest opinion about this board. I've not been in the market for a new board, but I've often wondered about how "the fenders" fared with theirs. Thank you for the review!
I know you mentioned this being a medium board, but I’m fairly certain you have the small board there.
But I’d really be interested to hear thoughts on this vs the Holeyboard 123.
That’s what I was thinking… I think it’s the medium board as well
Just wait 'til The Hydra(TM & C) comes out! It's sonic presence will be so huge you will think you need a giant pedal board!
a fuzz face won't work with the 9v to DC connector. I tried it with a voodoo labs one and it does not work (only after reversing the polarity it works). these 9V to dc connectors are designed for pedals that do have a dc jack, but do not have a battery cavity.
I think these boards are conceived as an extremely lightweight solution for the musician on the go (especially the small sized one, which is the one you reviewed). That would explain the plastic parts... it was done wisely to cut the overall weight. The size of the small board may potentially fit a hand luggage for musicians that don't want to check in their gears in pelican cases or pay an extra seat. And even for people that check in their gear weight is important. The plastic clips may not fall IF your cables are nice and tight and soldered to size (at least for the most part). The only criticism I have regarding the board, though, is the fact that Fender does not state the weight of it on their spec sheet, or anywhere really... could this mean that they were not able to cut the weight as much down as they wanted and could not advertise what was supposed to be the strongest strength of their board? Also, the USB PDs on their power supply... nice idea, but the connectors should be on the outer part... I wouldn't want to flip the board upside-down hunting for those small USB ports. The only criticism I agree with in your video was about the bag... zips, hooks and loops must be durable!
I think Andy is dwelling too much on the 'Professional' tag. These are for bedrooms and hobbyists. I don't think anyone would use one of these for serious gigging. I could be completely wrong on this but that's who I see this PB being for.
I have the LVL 8, zero complaints from me. It's solid, well made and quiet. Good value too.
I’m going to give it a go for gigs roughly two a week , not on planes just local at this point. I’m hoping to get about 2 years out of it.
It’s fine as a pedal board but fender are devaluing their other “professional” labelled products by putting this under the “professional” brand.
@@TheGuitarGeek I take your point, thank you.
@@TheGuitarGeek yeah I agree it isn’t, but doesn’t this also come with a tweed hard case that would make the whole thing a lot more durable?
This one comes with a bag. Fender do offer a Tweed case which costs more than this pedal
Board but it’s unclear if these two products are compatible
I have the medium size board and for home users it definitely fits the bill. Professional though? Hmm possibly not so much. The feet should be glued on, I agree. The plastic clips to run the cabling underneath should be upgraded too but they include the zip ties, if that's what you prefer? The plastic sides I don't mind as I'm sure they'll definitely hold up. I'm far from being a Fender fanboy (10 guitars, only 1 Fender) too but I think the highlight for me is the actual power supply. The Velcro isn't some crappy cheap stuff either and they give you a good amount of it. I'm very happy with both my purchases (pedalboard and LVL8 power supply) and I'm sure for me it will definitely stand the test of time. I've seen enough crappy DIY pedalboards with mods that looked horrible but to each their own. So long as it does the job for you, that's the right one.
The really good news is on the medium size board you can use either the LVL8 OR the LVL12 power supply. They both fit and the mounting bracket works for both also! I'm right there with you, these pedalboards & power supplies are excellent! I think this reviewer is being nit picky.
Curious if anyone knows if you can combine the two 12v outs to make 24v for a Deluxe Memory Man. I'm figuring you can using the coupling cable you can get from Analog Man, but figured I'd consult the innernette.
Number 1. The "Feet" are loose so you can move them to you preferred position. You can then tack glue them to that position. The clips are a brilliant idea as you can move pedals (and the wiring) around without having to cut off the ties. I have the middle size board. I must say that the clips on mine stay in position under all normal conditions. Fender give you the option to use the ties if that is what you prefer. My Neutrik connectors fitted perfectly so I don't know why you had a problem. Were they "Real" ones or Chinese copies? I think you over tighten the power supply holder. If you are worried about the supply moving use some Pedal board tape.
Hey buddy, I'm very tempted to get this board, and very keen to try the connectors. Would you be able to link the exact Neutrik connectors you installed?
And people will still say creators are just paid shills reading a script 🤣
Thanks for the honesty 👍
Did it ever work with the MacBook ?
I know that this video is more about the pedalboard than the engine room, but I am in the process of buying a new power supply. I see that the 9v outs are rated at 500ma, but do you know what is the amp rating for the 9-12-18v outs?
Also 500mA as far as I can tell
I'd highly recommend looking at the Cioks power supplies if you're in the market for PSUs. Built like a tank and as powerful as a nuclear plant!
I'm a big fan of the one spot pwr supply as you have different milliamp options as well
that is not the size medium its the small one
It's a good rule of thumb that anything that has "professional" in the name, is hobby level, at best.
I think the new Harley Benton ISO Power bricks are thinner and offer the same 'quality' and specs (OK, maybe no USB ports) that these Fender PSUs offer but for a lot less.
Are the Green/Red a slightly different size (like the socket of the Helix stuff)?
Also may be polarity reverseing? The pos central to neg central cable on the onepount is green from memory,
This is from the website-
Cable kit included:
4 x 2.1mm barrel connector 24” (60cm) length
2 x 2.1mm barrel connector 18” (45cm) length
2 x 2.1mm barrel connector 12” (30cm) length
1 x 2.5mm to 2.1mm barrel
1 x 2.5mm to 2.1mm barrel reverse polarity
1 x 3.5mm TS to 2.1mm barrel
1 x 9V Battery clip to 2.1mm barrel
@@TheGuitarGeek Looks like it's a bit of both then
@@egnbigdave yes
@@TheGuitarGeek Got to say the board looks pretty but I think my faithful pedaltrains are a bit sturdier (have one for the bass one for the guitar).Metal clasps on the caee straps on those too.
Does the LVL8 supply fit in the small board?
That is the small board
@@chebrneck theres a smaller one
@@cdnpunk2270 there’s only small, medium, and large. He’s using the small.
Agreed. PRO means military spec durability, and that meaning not russian military.
That's the small model. I can tell by the number of holes in the back. I have the same one.
RED ALERT!
@@TheGuitarGeek read in your voice 😆
That’s the small size. In any case just the size I’m looking at.
Yeah "this is not professional". I liked.
I have several pedalboards but I prefer a Taco 🌮 Bell 🔔 tray with a One Spot daisy chain and a vintage suitcase from a resale shop. That rig has never failed.
Great video! But this pedalboard....I like trains :P
Chop choo Thomas
Plastic is stronger and lighter than metal. Plastic is what is used on backpacks used by mountaineers and thru hikers. ABS plastic used on Behringer pedals is stronger than the metal on Boss pedals. Now you know. That stitching may or may not be a weak point though.
It's stronger than the metal on boss pedal???????? Wow hahaha
@@LightlessDimension yes
As an engineer, I can promise you plastic is not stronger than metal. Please stop talking rubbish. If it was why wouldn’t they make planes and cars out of plastic 😂😂😂😂
@@jeffery8792 wherever you bought that degree from, it isn’t worth much. There are many plastics that are stronger than metal. Speaking of planes and cars, “Ford's 1941 bioplastic Model T was made of hemp, flax, wheat, and spruce pulp, which made the car lighter than fiberglass and ten times tougher than steel, wrote the New York Times on February 2, 1941.” Planes and cars aren’t made of metal except when less expensive.
Plastic in behringer pedals strong? Nice joke...
I feel like the name is just to fool people who don’t know any better and/or will buy anything with the brand on it. In my opinion professionals are more likely to buy the easily modifiable boards because everyone is different and I’d rather take a drill bit to a board than buy this. I guess I’m negative today too lol
Oh dear.
Pretty but….. DAAAAMNNNN!!!
Geeks know what they are talking about. May be time to change channel name.
Fender definitely need to make an Ultra Pedalboard. The "Professional" seems to be a marketing move to make enthusiasts and hobbyists (like me) feel good about the gear they buy.
I'd rather just buy a GT1000, GT100 or Helix etc!
No! that's not the medium size board, that is the small size board! Also, no, the holes on the front arent for the jack socket things, they are for power cables or patch cables. You jump to conclusions so quickly man XD.
Nothing worse than reviewing something you lose interest or dont like early especially if you bought it with your own money especially when you get excited about getting it
I disagree. It’s very useful to experience something you dislike. If you buy online you can always return it
@@TheGuitarGeek Good point
ok i`m also very negative today, great pedal but garbage video..or vice versa!? the quality of the gear seems to be very mood dependent 😂👌 but to be serious here, fender is going to loose quality by just increasing quantities, sad to see and the prices are also getting overboard, what do you think? the new jaguar guitars are a perfect example for that 🤥💰
I think the prices are indicative of the current economical situation. I do not think fender (or others) are being Greedy. Gibson however are pricing their stuff so that only the elite can buy.
@@TheGuitarGeek yes but the sad part is that the quality also goes down significant while prices increasing, sad times for us gear freaks 🤥
@@Turbo-D I’m not seeing that parallel. This is just not great Design. Where have you seen it?
@@TheGuitarGeek everywhere just open your eyes 😂👍... nice evening 🌿
Fender: Look! It's got plastic bits!!!!!!...fairly essential, critical plastic bits we might add. And..and..and..a piece of thin Aluminum .... with a bend in it!
World: Nope
I think some care and attention and some marine plywood would be more professional….
Neat idea... bad design
The look of the light brushed metal comes off as cheap and homemade in a bad way
I won't be buying one of those, for that money you're just paying for the name!
This was a painful video to watch.
Looks pretty lame frankly
ROFL... I just looked at how much that craptacular mess costs and can't stop laughing. Pedal Train and Voodoo Labs Power supply for me. I would rather buy a cheap china pb for what that thing does. Fender fanboys unite and get yours today!!!! OMG what a hunk of junk.
It’s not that bad dude
It is a cheap Chinese pedal board, you don’t have to use the fender power 😂
Actually I don’t know where it’s made.