Friedman IR-X Just Got Way Better
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@nguyendangphuoc8601
@nguyendangphuoc8601 Күн бұрын
Mine sounds very bad out of the box. Still trying to figure it out! 😢
@CatPickStudios
@CatPickStudios 14 сағат бұрын
Sorry to hear that. Mine sounded great right out of the box, maybe there's something wrong with yours?
@fabriciolanzillotti9153
@fabriciolanzillotti9153 3 күн бұрын
Excellent video, does anyone know what the name of the guitar model is? greetings
@CatPickStudios
@CatPickStudios 3 күн бұрын
Thanks! I'm playing a Vola Oz RMN here. :)
@OllyVert
@OllyVert 6 күн бұрын
I think the noise issue you experience in this video is more to do with the fact your signal is running straight into the ID44 - I've experienced weird noises (like you do in this video when rolling the guitar volume all the way down to 0, when running direct into an interface, which I think is due to how it grounds the signal differently than when plugging straight into a real amplifier!
@CatPickStudios
@CatPickStudios 3 күн бұрын
Hmm you might be right. I am technically using a dedicated guitar input, but my guess there are good ones and then there's not-so-good-ones as well. I had a UA Apollo Twin for a while and that one worked perfectly in situations like this. ID 44MKii is very good, but maybe the guitar input is a bit more basic than on UA.
@ratso1963mikel
@ratso1963mikel 7 күн бұрын
Pricey
@CatPickStudios
@CatPickStudios 6 күн бұрын
What is a better alternative that's less expensive?
@stegerguitars
@stegerguitars 9 күн бұрын
line6 helix?
@CatPickStudios
@CatPickStudios 9 күн бұрын
Haha I was editing couple of video titles an this one was happened to be a bystander victim. Thanks for noticing!
@stegerguitars
@stegerguitars 8 күн бұрын
@@CatPickStudios the Helix does make a great reamping device....
@CatPickStudios
@CatPickStudios 8 күн бұрын
@@stegerguitars Haha they do. I actually made a dedicated video on how to reamp with Helix. ;)
@strat0kak0
@strat0kak0 10 күн бұрын
Setup?
@CatPickStudios
@CatPickStudios 10 күн бұрын
Guitar -> Audient ID44mkii audio interface -> Asato Plugin
@strat0kak0
@strat0kak0 10 күн бұрын
@CatPickStudios through a Mac?
@CatPickStudios
@CatPickStudios 9 күн бұрын
@ Yep, recording on Logic Pro 11
@PooNinja
@PooNinja 10 күн бұрын
Sweet busker or open mic amp!
@PooNinja
@PooNinja 10 күн бұрын
Yes, hearing yourself is important. Cool lil unit
@CatPickStudios
@CatPickStudios 10 күн бұрын
I think I'll play a concert for my neighbours from my terrace today, whether they want it or not!
@PooNinja
@PooNinja 10 күн бұрын
@ 3 hour extended version of wonder wall?!?
@CatPickStudios
@CatPickStudios 10 күн бұрын
Sure! It's not like I had to upload this video 17 times because of random Oasis blocks they have placed on that song ;D
@PooNinja
@PooNinja 10 күн бұрын
@ 😂
@zzzkarlzz
@zzzkarlzz 11 күн бұрын
2025 and im getting this next week it will be delivered..great review no regrets
@CatPickStudios
@CatPickStudios 11 күн бұрын
Congrats, it's a killer guitar!
@jorgealayonflores6778
@jorgealayonflores6778 13 күн бұрын
Thanks for sharing, great tips. By the way, how close should the guitar be to the microphone (s) ?
@CatPickStudios
@CatPickStudios 10 күн бұрын
It depends on what kind of sound you want to record: the closer you have the microphone, the more you'll get low end emphasis. In my experience this varies a lot between different guitars and microphones, so you'll have to experiment. Something like SM58 is pretty easy to start with and you can great tones with just that. Once you're comfortable with one microphone setup, you can experiment a second one as well. I think the main thing is to get started and actually record yourself. If you want to be smarter than me, then you'll also document where you placed the microphone(s) for different takes to find the recording setup that sounds best to you.
@peoplesaysnaifang_YT
@peoplesaysnaifang_YT 18 күн бұрын
Sir can you please tell me is this good for live performance?
@CatPickStudios
@CatPickStudios 17 күн бұрын
Unfortunately I have never used this unit live, so I can't say. Sorry.
@peoplesaysnaifang_YT
@peoplesaysnaifang_YT 17 күн бұрын
@CatPickStudios thankyou for replying me..
@laurentguitarm8993
@laurentguitarm8993 19 күн бұрын
Try OPFXS Dig deep . It s like Boss poly mode but with much better tracking and much better sound with no artifacts .
@CatPickStudios
@CatPickStudios 17 күн бұрын
Yeah the tracking on OC-3 isn't the best.
@smoothpinoy7
@smoothpinoy7 21 күн бұрын
Thank you 👍
@CatPickStudios
@CatPickStudios 20 күн бұрын
No problem 👍
@ConwayGritty73
@ConwayGritty73 21 күн бұрын
Its probably the same circuit with a very small difference in tolerances. These are probably Ross clones.
@CatPickStudios
@CatPickStudios 20 күн бұрын
Yep, you might be right.
@brutality3777
@brutality3777 21 күн бұрын
How well does the Harley Benton balance? I'm looking for a new 5 string bass because my current one neck dives pretty bad, and I find it annoying to use because of that.
@CatPickStudios
@CatPickStudios 20 күн бұрын
I had mine for quite a while and used it live as well. I didn't find it neck heavy at all, but it might vary a bit with budget friendly instruments like this.
@alovidya
@alovidya 21 күн бұрын
Just FYI, years ago I downloaded your video, isolated the song, converted it into mp3 and play it on my phone 😄awesome track!!
@CatPickStudios
@CatPickStudios 20 күн бұрын
Haha the track is also available on my album: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qGi5hmiPfKmrmLc And there's even a jam track version as well: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bHvQeIeMrKylis0 Thanks for the feedback, much appreciated!
@alovidya
@alovidya 20 күн бұрын
@@CatPickStudios Thank you! I'm listening rn 🙌
@wernernixdorf2857
@wernernixdorf2857 22 күн бұрын
Have one. Makes my guitar sound much better through my amp. Why pay more
@gustavogiachino7478
@gustavogiachino7478 26 күн бұрын
Thanks for your honest opinion and analysis. I have one of these and I can't get the amp simulations to turn off so I can use the effects on my Pod Express Bass. Do you have any idea if that can be done and how? Thanks
@CatPickStudios
@CatPickStudios 24 күн бұрын
Hmm, I haven't found a way to turn the amp simulation off, though I haven't really looked for that option either. Are you trying to use the Mighty Bass as an FRFR speaker for your Pod Express Bass?
@gustavogiachino7478
@gustavogiachino7478 24 күн бұрын
@ Thanks for your reply. That's right, I want to use the sound configuration from my Pod Express through the Nux. Anyway, I'll have to choose one of the amp models and pretend I'm using it from there. After all, if I had a Bassman or an Aguilar, the sound from the Pod would come out with the character of those devices. Thanks again and greetings from Argentina!
@CatPickStudios
@CatPickStudios 20 күн бұрын
Unfortunately I haven't found a way to do that. But if you want to be sure, I would recommend dropping NUX an email and ask about it. [email protected]
@gustavogiachino7478
@gustavogiachino7478 20 күн бұрын
@@CatPickStudios i’ll do, and tell you if they answer. Thanks!
@CatPickStudios
@CatPickStudios 19 күн бұрын
@@gustavogiachino7478 If you don't hear from them for a long time, drop me an email at [email protected] and I can ask ask them directly.
@kimmolingonheimo
@kimmolingonheimo 27 күн бұрын
just bought this for 100€, mint condition, has not arrived yet, and I dont want to like it, beacuse I need money..., btu I cannot resist not trying it, cause it sounds very warm & soft!!
@swiftymcgarnagle4567
@swiftymcgarnagle4567 Ай бұрын
I like this guy, he’s pleasant. His playing is not up to snuff though…sorry
@CatPickStudios
@CatPickStudios Ай бұрын
Thanks for watching, like, share and subscribe!
@mirageinmirror1497
@mirageinmirror1497 Ай бұрын
Till now all of the power amp emulations I have palyed were not great... So I still play ENGL in load box+ IR Cabsim. From IR quality the best one is the AMT pangea cp-100 (70$ used), is same good as other like boss IR-2, etc, but much cheaper. Mooer had some issues at higher frequencies at higher levels. Since few months I own m-wave tankG its IR is not close so good as from AMT, but preamp section is great and it has built in battery, so you can always take it with you.
@davecooper360
@davecooper360 Ай бұрын
Recently got an HX Effects and its absolutely incredible. I don't need any other pedals. Ever. Edit: I DID have issues with the footswitches on my Helix Floor, hopefully ill have better luck with the HXFX. So rephrase As long as it functions correctly I don't need any pedals ever lol
@zipchtkdn7804
@zipchtkdn7804 Ай бұрын
Mine is heavey .. has Seymour Duncans in it ..
@CatPickStudios
@CatPickStudios Ай бұрын
The one I had was the first run of the guitar, they have made several changes to it since the released of this video.
@Grimicyn
@Grimicyn Ай бұрын
Since its a satin or flat finish, is the glossing noticeable where you rest your hand and pic?
@CatPickStudios
@CatPickStudios Ай бұрын
Yep that part of guitar became more glossy over time. However, you can use fine grit sandpaper to get rid of the shine.
@Grimicyn
@Grimicyn Ай бұрын
@CatPickStudios this something that can be done safely on white guitars or black too?
@Benzopila-Vrvr
@Benzopila-Vrvr Ай бұрын
Владимир, здравствуйте) с Новым годом!) 🎉 успехов в творчестве, чтоб все получалось с удовольствием! А снимите пж обзорчик на Торпеду на русском?) возникли вопросы, вот в торпеде есть предусилитель, а если у меня до него есть предусил, их можно плюсовать по чучуть или надо один убрать? То же самое с ревербом торпеды. И вот после торпеды получается можно сразу в кабинет включаться или надо в голову?
@achilleasanastasiou4597
@achilleasanastasiou4597 Ай бұрын
Hey Vlad! got a question about the backing tracks.... Let's say you got a 4 bar drumbeat backing track, will it repeat itself until you stop it or will it stop as soon as the backing track ends?
@CatPickStudios
@CatPickStudios Ай бұрын
Hey! I'm not sure tbh. I never tried uploading my own backing track into it. I tried searching the manual, but didn't find an aswer to your question there. If you're on Facebook, you could try messaging NUX there. Sorry for not providing more help on this.
@thewrongbike7709
@thewrongbike7709 Ай бұрын
Some further points. 1/ the manual is completely inadequate. I had to look at KZbin for guidance. 2/ There are many more amps than you showed but you need to plug it in to the PC to select them. 3/ Its a live tool only if you have a PA system and you use a power supply. I don't think that the little 9V cable would survive. 4/ the only defects are some distortion and some generic reverbs. This is odd since the much cheaper NUX mighty plug has modulations and delays. 5/ you really need a PC to configure it. Still think its a live tool? 6/ The control knobs a digital so you don't know what it presets are on until you touch it. You get big tone jumps as a result. Thank for finding the looper and drums. I didn't know it existed. However the drum volume is too low. The is no way to stop and start the looper except with a mouse! It might work with a MIDI foot switch but you will also need a MIDI host device, so that's 2 extra boxes. Basicly unusable. I would have swapped that function for a mod effect. I appreciate that your views are you own but they gave you a £150 box for free. If you don't say nice things, they stop sending you boxes.
@CatPickStudios
@CatPickStudios Ай бұрын
Well well, there's quite a lot to unpack here. So let's get started: 1) Personally I found the manual useful as it helped me to figure out stuff about drum machine I couldn't find from other people's videos. There's also a NUX Amp Academy user group on Facebook that is really helpful. 2-3) Yes that is how most modelers work: you design your sounds, choose the amps etc. before playing live. 4. That is what this pedal is mainly designed for: to be an "amp" on your pedalboard and that's it. Everything else I would consider 'extra'. 5. Please refer to the answers 2-3 6. Please refer to the answers 2-3 It's completely ok not to be a fan of modelling technology. And luckily there's plenty analog alternatives like BluGuitar Amp1 for example that won't break the bank and sound fantastic. Also thanks for the 'they won't send you any more boxes' comment, haven't heard that in several years now. Happy New Year 2025!
@rock_covers_and_then_some
@rock_covers_and_then_some Ай бұрын
Do the XLR output and the jack output work at the same time? I would like to send the signal to the PA (using XLR), as well as a separate monitor (using the jack), at the same time.
@CatPickStudios
@CatPickStudios Ай бұрын
Yep, that's how I recorded effected sound and DI sound a the same time. :)
@jonthekiwi
@jonthekiwi Ай бұрын
Really helpful mate!
@CatPickStudios
@CatPickStudios Ай бұрын
Thank you, much appreciated!
@dakzer55
@dakzer55 Ай бұрын
I don't think any IR is going to help strumming Oasis rhythm 😂
@CatPickStudios
@CatPickStudios Ай бұрын
No it won’t 😁
@mSarimaa
@mSarimaa Ай бұрын
Here’s to a musical 2025! 🎉
@CatPickStudios
@CatPickStudios Ай бұрын
Music the musical. Coming to theater near you!
@JonRayRunawayVealMusic
@JonRayRunawayVealMusic Ай бұрын
Flatwound strings ?
@ДмитрийХохлов-с8в
@ДмитрийХохлов-с8в Ай бұрын
Please tell me, does the Yamaha THR30II sound worse?
@CatPickStudios
@CatPickStudios Ай бұрын
Unfortunately I have no experience with the Yamaha amps, so I don’t know.
@sasiek9100
@sasiek9100 Ай бұрын
I've heard that the Harley Benton Agufish STD Signature BK is also good. Did anyone compare these two?
@CatPickStudios
@CatPickStudios Ай бұрын
The Agufish guitars sold out so fast there weren’t any left for us (other channels) to demo haha.
@RichWordsMusic
@RichWordsMusic Ай бұрын
Sounds like you had a pretty good year Vlad! Hope 2025 brings even more success, music and fun!
@CatPickStudios
@CatPickStudios Ай бұрын
Thank you!
@LuisVasquezMusic
@LuisVasquezMusic Ай бұрын
It really has been a really productive year! Let's hope it's even MORE productive next year! Cheers!
@PooNinja
@PooNinja Ай бұрын
Multi continental collaboration !!! ✊🏽🤘🏽
@CatPickStudios
@CatPickStudios Ай бұрын
I can’t wait to share the full story someday!
@PooNinja
@PooNinja Ай бұрын
@ patients.
@mattw36
@mattw36 Ай бұрын
I am here to reiterate how much better the Friedman IR line of pedals with the 2.0 update is in case anyone is thinking of getting rid of theirs or is on the fence. I have the IR-D and while I liked it stock, it wasn't as impressive as I thought it would be. The update takes it to a whole new level simply in terms of sound and feel(I don't use the IRs or power amp simulation as I play it through my amps effects loop with a switcher to jump back and forth between my IR-D and my fender clean amp). Without the update it sounded good but lacked the overall oomph and massive sound you would expect from a marshall/friedman amp and I thought the higher gain settings were too compressed, especially with higher output humbucker pickups like what I have in my SG. It now packs a punch and sounds overall much much bigger while having more clarity. It is much much more touch sensitive. The gain is more open and less compressed. The update takes it to a whole new level. I went from liking the pedal to being genuinely in awe of the pedal.
@FranciscoFarias-d6e
@FranciscoFarias-d6e Ай бұрын
I believe fender created a third guitar. It will fall under its own category and it will help alot with electric guitar playing and the blend of having it mix with the pickups that come with it.
@c0uchsl0uch
@c0uchsl0uch Ай бұрын
Can the preset be changed using the knobs instead of the lower 2 buttons? Say I wanna change from preset 3 to preset 16 can I use the select button ?
@jameslewis2635
@jameslewis2635 Ай бұрын
I highly recommend your next demo be one about lapel mics. It is difficult to trust sound demo's when your vocal quality is so poor.
@CatPickStudios
@CatPickStudios Ай бұрын
Let me guess, you know just the right 20 dollar mic I should demo that will make me sound trustworthy ;)
@dethpig420
@dethpig420 Ай бұрын
I’ve had mine for 2 years, this exact model. I love it. It’s insane. Perfect for my every day playing needs.
@PooNinja
@PooNinja Ай бұрын
Very cool platform, love the XLR out for recording!
@CatPickStudios
@CatPickStudios Ай бұрын
It sure is!
@jafferysequeira
@jafferysequeira Ай бұрын
For some reason when ever I connect this device to the mixers Aux I am able to hear only one side of my earphones, whereas when I connected to regular phones out of the mixer or device , I can give both of it. Any Help ??
@mSarimaa
@mSarimaa Ай бұрын
You need two auxes, one for each ear with a y split cable. Or a wired headphone amp that can feed a mono signal to Both sides of headphones. If you connect any headphones to the mixer aux, you will get only one side as it is a physical mono connection.
@jafferysequeira
@jafferysequeira Ай бұрын
@ omg I got your point but I didn’t understand the Soloution quite well
@mSarimaa
@mSarimaa Ай бұрын
@@jafferysequeirayou need a cable that splits the trs connector to two ts plugs and connect those to two different aux outs of your mixer, for example aux 1 and 2. That way aux 1 is your left signal for your IEM and aux 2 is your right. If you use a headphone amp or pack or a wired monitoring solution, those can usually be set to mono mode. They can Merge one aux signal (mono) to sides of a headphone jack so you hear the signal from Both ears. Then you can connect the NUX where you would normally connect the headphones on the unit. We address this in the video above.
@Djole_NS246
@Djole_NS246 Ай бұрын
If I had enough money, of all brands, I'll pick Sandberg anytime. But I don't, so I bought Harley Benton Enhanced MP-4MN. And I'm quite happy with my choice. For home playing, small clubs and so on, no one needs anything more expensive. I rounded the headstock a little, and one day I'll probably replace the preamp, but that's it. I'm sure there won't be any need for any other upgrades and that the instrument will be able to fulfill all possible tasks. Jazz, rock, funk... whatever... you'll be ready for it!
@MusicChannel-rf5zz
@MusicChannel-rf5zz Ай бұрын
How does silver edition compare?
@robertmansell3667
@robertmansell3667 2 ай бұрын
I’ve tried a few modellers but this is my favourite,you spend more time playing than playing about 👍🏻
@omerfatihaygun9841
@omerfatihaygun9841 2 ай бұрын
I saw that the tap light is not on in the videos, but it is always on for me, the drum sound is off, how to turn off the light, tap
@benimgibibisey
@benimgibibisey 2 күн бұрын
nasıl oluyor
@RuneJohansen-z7l
@RuneJohansen-z7l 2 ай бұрын
Great playing, and great theme towards the end of the clip! I love the sound you’ve got there. Do you remember what amp you used? (The piece towards the end where the interviewer asks you to just play something.) Best regards R