I think it's variable. So variable like playing R*****n Rou****e - you might be lucky of course, but the ones I have had never did come near to the Gibsons. Nearest? That is one of these: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJiXk6iKh7uUj9k Thanks for watching.

You are welcome! and thanks for watching.

Thanks for the post... I was surprised it was an 'old' style USB too. Thanks for watching.

So how many surveys have you completed? That comment is purely anecdotal. Thanks for watching.

@@tonymckenziecom none. Just went Through a brunch of modelers and found out what Works for me ( QC / Tonex). I have friends that use and love Fractal stuff for reasons that You don’t.

As I said in the review, I EXPECT Fractal Audio to have presets that are good? A company operating since 2006 and they can't create decent presets? Something is clearly adrift. To be honest the Fender ones sound better. I have used simulators since January 2012 non stop, but I PURPOSELY used their presets to show what the unit is like by default. And I just want to point out that is what I do with ALL simulators. Inserting loads of stuff that I think most users have likely never heard of, or having controls concocted that don't even exist on the real gear seems folly, or just a way, as you say of attracting a very small minority of computer users. It's just my opinion, but so many people criticize the Fractal stuff for being too complex and generally hard work. Of course their 'fans' won't say that, but that point of view certainly is out there. I think I first commented about the complexity about 8 years ago. Nothing has changed except maybe its got worse. It could be SO EASY to have two modes on the device - easy and harder... but of course the inventor type can't see that because to those people it's all great. I agree that this device should have GREAT presets, a 'simple' mode and what else would you need - leave the nerds to play with themselves. Sadly neither currently exist in this unit - its all or none. Thanks for watching.

A very good device I thought. I like the Studio series of amps - light, sound as they should, are not that expensive and with genuine tubes AND that feel that is never there with simulators. Thanks for the post and for watching.

Some tell me I'm not... especially on this review. But I guess its all subjective ;-). Thanks for watching.

Great post and thanks for taking the time to do it. I have a Marshall 1959 Hand Wired head, but trying to compare that with the studio ST Vintage would be VERY hard to do. Sure I can use the loading on the 100 watt to bring down the volume, but that alone changes the tone and feel. All I can say is that the 1959HW through a 4x12 Marshall cab turned up really can't be compared in the way you mention (no matter what any of them out there tell you). Having said that, the ST does sound like the 1959 but unless you have the same volumes and drive (not really possible) it won't sound exactly the same or feel the same, but it IS inspirational and certainly gives the feel that can inspire of that there is no doubt. While I really like the JTM ST20 shown here, really I prefer other Studio models because of the style I actually play. I could use pedals etc. but I tend to only use a wah and rarely anything else. So the preamp drive is important to me... but that's just me. Other guys really love this amp more than I do, but I always try and offer a view that is genuine and my own shortcoming through style should not really affect the review. These amps although you might not think so, can be very loud... but in a different way than say that 1959 HW. The best answer as always is to try one if you can, and if you can't always buy from where you can return it!. Thanks for the post and for watching too.

Undoubtedly my fave amp for tones and the best build quality I have ever seen is Mezzabarba M Zero One I reviewed here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eWW6fZtmq76Uf9U and that amp really is what all others should try and emulate... but unlikely. The Mezzabarba has escalated in price since then and is now (approx) : $4000 - see it here: www.mezzabarba.com/mzero-overdrive/ and when you look inside with my review watch and you will see some of the best work there is! But hey the Marshall is great :) Thanks for watching.

@@wickedmetalhead I'm sorry that your DSL gave up on you. Did it atleast sound good while it worked? About the JVM, don't you feel a 100watt, arena ready amp is a bit overkill? I'm just assuming you play at home, based on the fact that the JVM410 is now replacing the DSL20, which is regarded as a "practice amp". Significantly quieter and lower in power.

@@rollingstart_90s Yes. The DSL sounded good when it worked. Also, you are right about the 100W amp being overkill for home playing.. but I have tried that JVM in a store and its master volumes are very useful in achieving lower volumes at home. Also, if it is still very loud for the home, I plan to get an attenuator somewhere down the line.

@@wickedmetalhead Oh! It is great to know that Marshall has managed to build a big 100W head, that can be adjusted for home use. Most big amps do not work well at a home setting, which is why I was a bit cautious. Based on your experience at your local store, it sounds like you most likely won't be needing an attenuator. I'm pretty sure you'll be very happy with the JVM. Great choice!

@@rollingstart_90s thanks bro! :)

I think you will find that the AI aspect for a long time will be pants! Thanks for the post and for watching too!

I get it of course, but best to take people through this properly rather than a couple of words that explain nothing. Thanks.

Well I think it is. IMO the Preamp is reworked... just an opinion but I have owned both and I won't ever go back to the standard unit. Thanks for watching.

@@tonymckenziecom i see. It sucks that this aint offered as a standard production unit.

Sincerely wish you could... it decimated the amp market... Thanks for watching.

And I am sure that I can find many other artists that don't or won't use it or any of the other simulators too. Both comments are valid of course. Thanks for watching.

See, I had not heard the word Claro before, but an interesting bit of info and thanks for watching.

Well I agree with lots of that. SPDIF personally I don't use, but its right there on the FM3 (but that's twice the price) and its omitted also off much of Roland/Boss gear too. They could update the 44.1 (maybe or not). And on the cabs thing it seems to me that the software is reminiscent of older Kemper gear where cabs were really not there as such. Good points. But overall for the money (and the 23,000 captures online) I think it is reasonable. Good post and thanks for watching.

Ha I am way beyond 5 :) Check here: kzbin.info/aero/PLD38427759E821683 and they go on forever :) - I only make very high end guitars and use the best parts, but always have something in mind BEFORE I start a build so they are basically all different. Thanks for watching.

Indeed I DID consider the FM9. But I thought really that the combination of the FM3 and FC6 allowed for a smaller footprint when 3 buttons would suffice. It IS an interesting aspect and the FM9 includes another processor and a few other things so is probably better value overall. I will look at the FC6 internally and as a short review but I don't really expect to see much in there - but I could be wrong, we shall see. As always some people shoot the messenger and that is frustrating really, but thanks for your great post. I have always found the FA gear more complex than is really necessary, and I am surprised that they simply don't have a 'simple' mode and an advanced mode for the people that really do want to spend the time with all of that, I can't see why. The Fender I failed to remove the cooling off the processor and as yet I have NEVER actually seen what the processor is. I always like to confirm what they are. But thanks for watching - appreciated.

The neck and a few other bits in the next review of parts... thanks for watching.

The wood combo should give it a hollowish sound from the roasted SA, and maybe a rounder upper midrange from the Walnut. I'd go with a lacquered FB on whatever neck you choose for better high-end sparkle the body woods might otherwise absorb. Roasted Maple should look nice, and not damp too much midrange. Something denser would work too if you want more oomph at the risk neck dive. EVO frets would look nice and may last longer than the Stainless Steel offerings, according to master luthier Ken Parker.

Ha you saw them then! :) I pondered for a while at that price as I knew what was to come re the shipping and tax. :) Thanks for watching.

No finish on the neck... and honestly I can't tell much about it until the neck is in my sticky little fingers. But it should work especially with the particular pickups :) more later :)

This review was completed in the same way other inside and out reviews have been. Thanks...

Well the Origin is not highly driven... maybe one reason there are so many mods for it - as I will complete on this one when I get to it :). Hard to find hand wired amps for this price (Origin are more expensive in the USA for sure) as here they are pretty low cost. And they seem to take pedals OK too. Thanks for watching.

It was clearly made on a machine... thanks for watching.

That's why it's only 1/4" on top of the SA. 4.3lbs is a good body weight. Should balance well and be just under 8lbs finished.

@motokev2727 Indeed, I also have 'a few' :) I have never had a bad one. Part of the weight thing, is for the very limited stuff often they do use lighter wood. And had it been hollowed it would have likely made about 3 Lbs - as I have received on those before. Should be OK. :) Thanks for watching.

@GCKelloch yes it should come out pretty well, but I have not weighed the neck yet still waiting for that. Thanks for the info and for watching.

Well I have been doing the vids but had break as was in the USA. But here now... I like how they sort of mould together between the two woods with the color too. Thanks for watching.

Thanks for the tip... I have not heard of that one... but I will look. And thanks for watching.

No pickguard. I will likely have surrounds for them all as those are solid and don't move... Thanks for watching.

I remember that one 'staring at me! Scary when you're young... :) Thanks for the info and for watching... neck should be good... have not got it yet - waiting for delivery.

It's not speculation when I see the power connector glued in is it?

Ouch... but understandable I guess. Thanks for watching.

Well I do get that of course, but maybe they mean it? UK law and all that... thanks for that point and for watching.

Well thank you for watching.

Firstly I am not under review... I did not complain, but I did complete a real review (clearly you are not used to them) that showed exactly what you get (as a paying customer) when you buy one of these units. The review is conducted in exactly the same way as it was for every other simulator I have reviewed (and that includes most competitive devices) and this one was ultimately pretty much like most. Don't like the review? Don't watch it. I guess you skipped the parts that are irrefutable... right. And lastly, just so you know what happens with playing when gear inspires you its this: kzbin.infoM8j0oa6nWhE Now you're free to leave and please don't come back.