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@boredguy84977 жыл бұрын
both sound very close to each other, but the one thing I love about the zoom is that majority of the customization is done on-screen. With the Boss, you have one tiny display with other non-illuminating switches around it, so if you're on stage and need some last minute tweaking, the Boss that might be a little difficult.
@StevenMKirwan5 жыл бұрын
Easily one of the BEST gear reviewers out there. Your reviews are thorough, objective, and enjoyable. In addition, your playing is superb. Thanks for what you do!
@MusicBlissMalaysiaTV5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your kind comment! Glad the video helped...cheers!
@somprinniyomthai545 жыл бұрын
To my ears, I go for Zoom
@jazzattak4 жыл бұрын
ZOOM .....ALL DAY LONG!
@christopheravenant65117 ай бұрын
I never thought I'd say this when there is a boss-product involved, but yes, Zoom it is!
@Pulse2AM5 жыл бұрын
I bought a GT-1, and here is my observation. There is a compressed mid-range that makes it sound less like a real amp. That said if you dig in deep and try different OD's on different amp models you can get convincing tones. Most of the presets have too much gain and that's when it starts to sound not realistic. The editor is a life saver because menu diving is a pain. You need to start with a clean patch, everything off and build it up slowly, little adjustments to the gain and EQ make a huge difference. The strengths are in the clean tones and leads, power chords for straight up rock are a bit of a disappointment but you can get some usable ones. Here's a tip for recording. Turn off the speaker cab and use IR speakers, you'll have a better way to sculpt your tone!
@Pulse2AM3 жыл бұрын
@Vladimir No, I have to use a IR cabinet in my DAW and run that on a track then have the GT-1 plugged into that track with the GT-1's cabinet turned off.
@geldner6 жыл бұрын
Let me add a few notes. The Zoom features a longer looper than the Boss (80 vs 32 secs) but Boss loops will survive patch changes so you can lay down a clean rhythm line, change to a distortion patch for a lead and the looped clean line will keep going. The Zoom USB is only for downloading firmware and patches. Zoom doesn't supply a patch editor either, just a patch arranger. Boss USB does firmware, audio and supports Boss' patch editor. Finally, the Boss will take an add-on assignable footswitch (3 switches) or expression pedal. I've been researching these two pedals and am leaning towards the Boss since it seems like it would be better for a live gig. I could be wrong. But then the Digitech RP360 XP has come down $30 in price so hmmmm.
@MusicBlissMalaysiaTV6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for adding more info to this vid!
@paulodebellis17926 жыл бұрын
Nice comment, Tom! Exactly what I noticed about ZOOM G3XN : great looper, but great restriction! In fact, you may change the sounds by using the looper in the stompmode; but never changing the patch. Another issue, is that on BOSS GT-1, as I understood, the looper is a 'function', not a 'pedal'. On ZOOM, by using the looper and, for example, the drums; that means two less available effects. Also, on ZOOM, the Preamp simulation with Cabinet occupy 3 units. I think the Preamp simulation with cabinet represents only 1 effect on BOSS. Finally, I believe that ZOOM has a bigger and better expression pedal. I still can not decide which one to buy.....
@geldner6 жыл бұрын
FWIW, I ended up buying the Digitech RP360 XP. The expression pedal on it is much more robust than the Boss. It feels like a real pedal and not some toy. The case is all metal and the footswitches are old school real mechanical jobs that feel like you've got stompboxes under you. It may be a few years old on the tech but sound-wise, I couldn't hear any difference between them. If you listen to this guy's review, you'll have a hard time picking kzbin.info/www/bejne/fIG5dXyiZqpko6M. The 360 has stompbox mode which is helped by the outboard FX footswitch which can be assigned to the looper or patch changer or both. Patch changes survive the looper and it has USB recording & patch editing. The Nexus software seems pretty cool. Time will tell whether I made the right decision. The preset patches on the RP360 would make a shredder happy but I'm going to have to work to get some good country & blues tones out of it. I know they are there though. :) I got both the pedal and the external FS for $185 total from Musician's Friend. They had a sale on the RP360 XP for $165, the footswitch was $37 AND they had a 20% off coupon and free shipping. I couldn't resist. Anyone want to buy my old RP90? It's still going strong!
@arkavagoswami30686 жыл бұрын
in between all these 3 which unit do u think having better amp models?rp360 xp does have more amp models n not so much restriction on fx chain either..but i'm looking towards quality of the hi gainamp models..plz share ur opinion regardin this.i'm also researching on these n planning to buy one.thank you
@R.Stridstrom6 жыл бұрын
Actually this version turned to shit, compared to the predecessor. Functionality-wise, it got severily crippled at the same time as it got an improvement or 2 - but i would never buy one, as is - got a G5. Great sounding though. The Boss sounded fuller and bigger. Anyone other than me, waiting for them to erase and rewind, and turn up a worthy version of the previously G3-5 (7?) models?
@raykay727 жыл бұрын
Definitely 2 different products, in how they sound i mean, for the same gear models. I was clicking between the same sound comparisons to get a better distinction. The Zoom sounds warmer, more natural it feels like, less processed. The Boss on the other hand, sounds more focused and the clean amp models were definitely brighter and perhaps "cleaner" sounding. Both good products, I guess it comes down to sound preference as well as how easy they may be to browse through, especially how quick they might be for those who may be using these to perform with... Thanks for demoing!
@louaguado9953 жыл бұрын
I have the zoom. I like that you can turn things on and off with the 3 switches. Kind of like a fly rig. But I prefer the cabinets on, sounds less digital. And I turn on the mic's with headphones 😊 I was going to buy the boss but you made me change my mind, I'll stick with my Zoom!
@charlieandersson424 Жыл бұрын
U can do that with the Boss as well. Many options to assign functions to all three footswitches.
@guitardipu6 жыл бұрын
I was indecisive between both these units, so I bought both! I am in love with the Boss MDP effects Viz. Tera Echo and Overtone (overtone is polyphonic). The effects that are present in the Zoom reminds me of the old Korg AX-1G i have which is 22 years old btw. Zoom's amp SIMs are marvelous.
@fishouttawater48086 жыл бұрын
WOW!! Well, then you're the guy to ask. I guess my question is for either unit, though I'm leaning towards the Boss. I have a bunch of pedals right now, and I'm tired of them. What I need from this unit is the ability to use it as stomp boxes, or have easy effect changing possibilities. For example, if my song starts out with OD/Chorus/Delay, then midway I need only Distortion/wah, and for the ending I want Distortion/Reverb, then I need to go back to the first setting of OD/Chorus/Delay. Do I need to set up a separate patch for each of these sounds: patch number 23, 24, 25, 26? If so, do I need to click backwards from 26 to 23 to get to that original patch/sound? OR, if I understand it correctly, could buy the additional footswitch and have 5 separate buttons like boxes if I want to tap dance? I am looking to simplify my rig, not make it more difficult. I used a Mustang III V2 for the last 3 years with the footswitches, and it was a bit tricky. Thanks for any light that you can shed on this.
@fabiejamespalomares24135 жыл бұрын
So which one did you keep?
@damarpadma69715 жыл бұрын
I have zoom G3X, in my experience for 3 years using it is, zoom sound is very sharp and so much presence and if we dont careful it might hurt the audience ears. In some of the amp sim, you can't get rid the sharp sound even you turn the treble off. And the middle of the equalizer are not to defined, so i have to use extra equlizer to pump it up. So for beginner i think maybe zoom are quite hard to deal with, i have seen a few guitarist that use it live on stage, they all have the same problem, the sounds are to thin and lacks of the fullness that can cut the other instrument frequencies. Well its just my experience and opinion, i sell it a few days ago and maybe i will buy gt 1 or rp 360xp for my effect pedal. Pardon for the bad english. Cheers.
@KennethDonnellyStargazer215 жыл бұрын
Very good point and I agree...presence all over the place, although for recording it's just wonderful (G3/X). Enormously tweakable pedal; I keep finding deeper ideas on it, so won't part ways with it. Just curious as to exact differences with the G3Xn.
@jordancrenshaw36765 жыл бұрын
I have a boss gt1 and can’t really speak for the zoom but if you are going to be playing live I would definitely recommend the boss gt1 it’s very simple to use and easily controlled without using your hands and sounds very good. I used it with a clean tone on my extremely cheap amp(ibanez 25r 42watt combo) before I got a better amp, and it made it sound great! Also great for running strait into a PA
@rafaelunplugged11 ай бұрын
Just adjust output to DI if direct to pa makes the subtlest difference. I love the gt-1 with the Taylor t5z
@sammydodgers1216 жыл бұрын
There's a clear difference in gain, the Boss is not as loud and therefore when the video switches to the Boss it sounds weaker and not as full. Should have recorded them at the same level. Great playing by the way!
@MinecraftianRaihan5 жыл бұрын
I’ve compared both, boss actually has bad sound output, it’s too low. Zoom is way better
@Spoofaged4 жыл бұрын
@Hank Hill since you own both, which do you recommend? I'm not so much looking at them as modelers as I am an at home pedal board. KZbin compression make it harder to actually tell nuances from my cell phone
@mskima0013 жыл бұрын
I bought the Zoom g3xn because of this video. It's even awesome in real life !! Thanks bro.,
@putiimsong15632 жыл бұрын
A request: Don’t stop making these kind comparison video, this is by far the very best. Thank you.
@ImperialAerosolKid4 жыл бұрын
I think you've shown it makes no difference what pedal you use when you're an awesome player.
@nefariouspreludev2.0463 жыл бұрын
Yeah. Kinda
@benoitmezino71245 ай бұрын
Bonjour pouvez vous m'aider à régler le son du pédale d'effet g3xn en français sv p merci
@fredwagner2403 жыл бұрын
Hi I've been searching for a new pedal and ran across your channel. After looking at a few videos from some other people I almost shut my phone off. I just wanna say you did a great job demonstrating these 2 petals. Most of the other demonstrations seemed like they were trying to show how much noise they could freaky make. Anyways I am glad I landed here you did an exceptional job demonstrating these two petals and really showing what a guitar can actually sound like. Again, great job!! Hope you know Jesus.. From the 62 year old carpenter ☝️
@kingrjlegaspi11376 жыл бұрын
The Boss got more Crunch and warm Sound while Zoom got the more kick on its Distortion side. Nice Comparison but still I go for The Boss GT1 where you can expand and add more 2 Control pedals and its user Friendly. \m/
@LeooSaGoh7 жыл бұрын
This video is really helpful. I'm looking forward to buy this. PLEASE upload a video showing the use of the Delay and the tap tempo in a live situation. It would be great to see see this
@mang31397 жыл бұрын
Best demo/comparison on these 2 on KZbin!! Both are great but I think Zoom sounds more authentic. Oh, and I love the Metallica Judas Kiss riff, great playing dude.
@sn95_mustang_garage4 жыл бұрын
I know this is old but I'm looking for a bedroom board and able to take it to my beach house vacation on batteries. Just plug guitar and headphones, AUX in to play to tunes. I went through all of these videos for the one that would suit my needs. These two were in my top-5. I chose the Boss because it's lightweight and know their pedals are quite stout. Also, you can download patches from Tone Central through the USB cable. None of these are perfect and I'll only use a few made patches for the music I play (Foo, Whitesnake, mostly 80's). You did a great job showing off the potential of these two units.
@Pattadow7 жыл бұрын
At last the comparison I've been waiting for, thanks soooo much for this video. Its zoom for me. It sounds and looks better.
@matthewclark79524 жыл бұрын
This was very helpful, thank you so much for your time and effort.
@DizzyKrissi7 жыл бұрын
I have an older Zoom G3 and the Boss GT1. The Zoom sounds somehow more vintage while the Boss more Hifi. The Boss can do very clean sounds and the effects are superior to the Zoom while I like the MESA from the Zoom more. The Boss has too much treble you cannot remove. The Soldano on the Boss is my favourite.
@MannyVel6 жыл бұрын
Really good video and presentation. Great that you played similar riffs between effects so we could tell the difference in sound. Nice the way that the video was zoomed into the effects units and to your playing. Nice titling in between unit effect groups. Now if I could only tell which one sounded better to me - LoL :-D
@napalmhardcore6 жыл бұрын
I think some patches sounded better on the Zoom while others sounded better on the Boss. It's rare in this kind of comparison where one completely wipes the floor with the other (in my opinion), even in examples where one unit is newer/more expensive. For some reason the flanger/phaser effects sounded like they were at different points in the signal chain between the Boss and the Zoom (not saying that's the case, but that's how it sounded to me). I generally preferred the way those particular effects sounded on the Boss. I also preferred the octave fuzz on the Boss. If I were to generalise (because it wasn't in every example) I'd say Zoom has the better amp models and Boss has better effects. I'd personally like to see Boss, Digitech, Vox and Fender (when I was shopping for a multi-effects unit a few years ago it was Zoom, Boss, Vox, Digitech, Fender and Line 6 competing) update their modeling. COSM and the modeling used by Digitech and Vox are ancient in terms of digital processing and it seems like Fender have discontinued the Mustang Floor. While Zoom have updated their amp modeling, I was surprised they didn't incorporate the ability to load IRs. First company to come out with an affordable multi-effects unit that has a decent amount of reasonably good quality amp models and effects as well as the ability to load IRs would likely dominate that part of the market. My first multi-effects pedal was the Zoom 707ii which I bought on impulse after trying it in the shop (with no comparison to anything else). My second was the G2.1u which I got for next to nothing from a friend. My third pedal I actually researched. I ended up going with the Zoom G5 (even though at that stage I was beginning to want to try a brand other than Zoom) on the basis that it fulfilled my needs in terms of budget and features (also, of the units in my budget, it had the least amount of complaints about bad sounding amp models from users at the time). I bought the Atomic Amplifire 12 a little while back. Admittedly I've not used it all that much due to the lack of built in looper (which is incredibly important to me for practise). Also, despite sounding great, its amp and effects selection is relatively limited. I was under the impression that it would receive updates that introduce new amps and effects (like a lot of other multi-effect pedals), but in the time I've had it I think it has received one update that changed functionality/fixed bugs but didn't contain any new amps/effects. For the sake of convenience I'm still primarily using my G5. Kind of torn at the moment. Part of me wants to upgrade and go with something like the Helix, AX8 or Headrush. The other part of me wants to go with a more modular approach and get some decent drive pedals, an analogue or valve preamp, dedicated delay, reverb, modulation and a decent cab simulator for silent practice/home recording. I can then use the drive and effects pedals through my amp (and/or possible future amp/s) when I can be bothered to use my friends practise shed (can't really use my amp at home, so for now it's headphones for me).
@davidpopelka40732 жыл бұрын
How did you end up?
@napalmhardcore2 жыл бұрын
@@davidpopelka4073 I bought a Marshall SV20H, the matching 1x12 cab and a Boss Tube Amp Expander with the aim to buy individual effects, but admittedly, I've not really used that setup much because it's cumbersome to setup. I'm still with the Zoom G5 because it's convenient but it's developing problems with the buttons (press a button and it activates the next button over instead a lot of the time) and the LCD screens are becoming illegible. I wanted to go with one of the Fractal floor units but was hesitant to join a long wait list and they're really expensive. Most likely candidates at the moment are the HX Stomp XL/Helix LT or the Headrush MX5 (primarily because of its looper functions) but I'm not really playing much at the moment. I think I'm allergic to the nickel dust that comes from the frets due to bending. At the time I was willing to put up with it, but I got fed up of constantly having itchy blisters on my fingers and knuckles. Maybe I'll try getting nickel-free frets installed in future, but I don't really have cash to burn at the moment so for the time being everything's on hold in terms of guitar gear.
@davidpopelka40732 жыл бұрын
@@napalmhardcore WTF! Im sorry to hear about your alergic reaction on Nickel. Hope so soon you will find the way how to come back to the playing of music. May be it neednt to be guitar. Does exist other instruments ;). Take care my friend. D
@nefariouspreludev2.0463 жыл бұрын
VERY HELPFUL AND DETAILED. Leaning more towards the G3XN for gig-ability
@brosephthomas37646 жыл бұрын
I have both, and the Boss GT-1 is way better built, more compact, but the tones are damn near the same in my opinion
@louaguado9953 жыл бұрын
Isn't the Boss made of plastic? I own the Zoom and it has a metal case
@MobileDecay4 жыл бұрын
I have the gt 1 and the g1x4. I believe the G1X4 uses the same sound engine as the G3Xn however the main thing that makes the GT 1 sound better than the G1X4 is the fact that you aren't limited to 5 blocks in the chain including the amp, cab, and noise reduction. I can barely make a functioning patch on the G1X4. In fact I can barely work the expression pedal into a patch. Also the interface is a royal pain in the ass. The best sounding pedal I own so far is the Mooer ge150 though but it has its limitations like not being able to move fx in the chain and no fx loop in. Also the interface is way to simple. I have to dig into the software to turn fx on and off.
@aphrodence022 жыл бұрын
i recommend nux mfx10. wah pedal doesnt need to occupy any buttons just hard press the expression pedal and light goes on. but dont forget to activate efx as wah pedal.
@MySpiderboi5 жыл бұрын
i more like sounds which produced by zoom more real and powerfull. that's why 2 days ago i decided to choose Zoom G3XN on the store
@justmart44555 жыл бұрын
Man, I need a comparison between the zoom g3x and the g5n!
@Motocandosonhos2 жыл бұрын
Sou do Brasil e estou muito satisfeito com seus resultados ! Agradeço muito por isso .
@LetTheWritersWrite5 жыл бұрын
I'm just running into this channel. I know zoom for video production but I'm shocked and impressed by the tone in this pedal. I don't think any other brand has achieved this and here comes Zoom lol. Not even Amplitube with their gimmicky plugins got that realistic tone. Reminds me of how Red Cameras came in and destroyed all competition for a few years.
@jreagle582 жыл бұрын
I don't believe there's any relationship between the video production company and the manufacturer of this unit.
@ThrasherR817 жыл бұрын
The zoom sounds more like a real amp!
@ThrasherR813 жыл бұрын
@Vladimir ok boomer
@bryantwalley4 жыл бұрын
Truth is, you can't go wrong with either one of these. It's all about learning how to use your tools. I do like the knobs on the Zoom, but I'm old. Been turning knobs my whole life. When I got the software pulled up on the big screen I can get the sounds from both units. Some people got different learning curves and gravitate the direction that's comfortable. Get the one that fits your workflow the best.
@jreagle582 жыл бұрын
If there close I would go Boss. An INFINITELY larger support community with tons of free patches, much more video tutorials and has been proven to be a reliable and gig friendly pedal.
@athathoththegreat3901 Жыл бұрын
Zoom also has free patches. I have the G3n.
@kingstumble7 жыл бұрын
Zoom appears to have a bit more depth to the tone.
@rockingstar35346 жыл бұрын
Zoom is more appealing to me. More real amp feel and versitle. Just personal preference.
@patfix7 жыл бұрын
Thanks, really cool comparison!
@robrobbins49063 жыл бұрын
I find the ZOOM is better through a guitar amp. The BOSS is better straight into a mixer or DAW.
@matijabo Жыл бұрын
Damn... I think I will buy both! 😆
@arpe69io765 жыл бұрын
zoom for metal, boss for rock
@wigon7 жыл бұрын
They both sound equally good in my opinion just with different tones for different styles and tastes. I like both and heard tones in both that I could definitely use. The Boss seemed more defined and clearer for lack of better words. The Zoom did sound a little more "natural" as some people noted, but it also was a little less defined and a little more dull on the distortion patches. So while it might be better for blues and classic rock, the Boss would likely be better for more modern metal tones especially when recording or cutting through a dense mix while playing live where you want maximum clarity and detail. But for soaring leads, classic rock crunch, and for more ambient "New Age" type music the Zoom had some pretty sweet special FX patches with some very good stereo width to the sounds.
@artisanwest97307 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this comparison video, it took a lot of work but the sound was excellent and you play great.
@PaxHominibusBonaeVoluntatis6 жыл бұрын
First of all - good playing. Nice comparison! Thanks! Both FXes are good to play, some sounds are better on zoom some on Boss. Mostly I prefer zoom but not always. They both are very handy and inspirational tools but what can we gain if we can't play. Playing technique and good ear is the key to sound well. have a great day! stay in tune!
@arkavagoswami30687 жыл бұрын
the comparison everybody waited.thanks bro
@HaraldEngels6 жыл бұрын
I like the Zoom pedal better because it sounds mostly more direct and not so much processed than the Boss. I expect that in a band context the Zoom will do better where when you play alone at home the Boss might produce a more HiFi like result. And btw. this is a great comparison - thank you guys for all the effort to produce such high quality videos.
@Misfitswitch6 жыл бұрын
Boss sounds so much better. I bought one and it is one the best FX units i have had in 25 years of playing.
@ianmagistrado19266 жыл бұрын
same here and I agree, if u cant hear the clarity of the boss... then u don't have articulate ears
@TheMrFlitz6 жыл бұрын
@@ianmagistrado1926 or maybe sound is subjective, actually not maybe... You're wrong. Sound is subjective.
@rymns6 жыл бұрын
I play for like 8 years and it seems my hearing is better than yours grandpa. Zoom has better pre amps and boss has better effects. And no, boss is not clearer than zoom, its just the guitar player setup in both pedals.
@socialdef36 жыл бұрын
Very well done, but unfortunately people always play the same generic chords. No soulful blues playing present throughout any of the Fender Twin demos... :(
@anthonyholmes34575 жыл бұрын
The zoom is definitely more natural
@Revoknight996 жыл бұрын
I'll be honest here. They are both really good units, but in my opinion the zoom has a warmer time on clean and overdrive and sounds more dynamic, while the boss still has some warmth and but it sounds a bit more aggressive and the distortion on the boss sound like metallica. But it's all what you like and what your after
@rubendez7 жыл бұрын
zoom all the way ...
@raibiksarkarbardhan87324 жыл бұрын
Zoom is not so user friendly like boss according to me.Tweaking patches in zoom is not so easy and it takes time.
@williansouza83727 жыл бұрын
Zoom is certainly the best sounds from the simulations of Amplifiers much more real ten for Zoom and eight and a half for gt1
@fabiejamespalomares24135 жыл бұрын
So in zoom you can switch an effect on/off using your foot while in the boss you need to use your hand?
@kamarienedwards17574 жыл бұрын
Fabie James Palomares yes, there a mode called stomp box that allows you to make it like individual pedals
@RaymondUpenieks3 жыл бұрын
On the Boss you can change the assignments for the foot switchs in the edit menu. There's a lot of parameters that can be changed to make the unit fit your needs.
@thomasdemartino61095 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this, as I ended up buying the Boss GT1 because of your review along with a dual F7 Boss foot switch to expand the functionality. Really a great review and the sound is fantastic. Regards, Tom D.
@MusicBlissMalaysiaTV5 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Glad we could help
@thomasdemartino61095 жыл бұрын
Honestly, I was just looking for a basic pedal to bring with me for open mike nights, as it was getting to be too difficult to lug my amp and be able to set up quick. I’m getting spoiled with this level of plug and play. Take a look at my videos when you have the chance. Thanks again.
@thomasdemartino61095 жыл бұрын
Just curious, did you change the settings on the Boss pedal to accommodate how you were plugging it in? You can alter it to the Return of the back of the amp, or direct into a stack, combo, or even PA/headphones. I think that might help convey the difference in the pedal’s warmth. Click the edit button on the top panel to pull up this list of options.
@ymelfilm5 жыл бұрын
@@thomasdemartino6109 Hi Tom, is the Boss easy to change parameters in stomp box mode on d fly (during gig). I like d individual buttons for each pedals on the zoom. But I read its menu needs long learning curve.
@thomasdemartino61095 жыл бұрын
Attila Lemy -YmeL Yes, the parameters are easily changeable while you were playing. My opinion is that you need to take time to review the manual to know how to do this quickly. Most of the settings are very intuitive on the boss pedal, if you took the time to read where to find the buttons and adjustments. I have found that if you take the time to preset these parameters at home, before playing out live, you can pre-determined volume levels for leads, multi-effects to be added, as well as better rhythm volume tracks when you want to play behind the scenes. I had a gig two weeks ago where I put my boss pedal into a Mackie 150 watt monitor, The microphone stand variety. It provided me with plenty of volume and tone as well as the capability of running a direct XLR cable wire to the PA system. That was all I needed for this particular live gig.
@TT_R896 жыл бұрын
Excellent, man. Thanks for the video! I'll pop by your store soon and check them out.
@reggiesoundbox49236 жыл бұрын
I've been using zoom products for many years now... So far i love it... After my g1xon damaged recently, i was going to change to the GT1... However now i'm convinced that the G3xn is my next multi effect... Thanks for the upload...
@JosephMile7 жыл бұрын
Boss has much more plastic sound. If u cannot hear that, buy that. :)
@fen68557 жыл бұрын
Joseph Mile i agreed ahahahaa
@antonioj47467 жыл бұрын
Joseph Mile You're right. Boss is a best-seller, but never the best option (not a bad option anyway)
@JosephMile7 жыл бұрын
Boss is good besides of a good amp - when u use the amp drives and Boss as effects. 4-5 cable mode. Zoom G5n is good in itself. You find there good amps, cabs etc...
@fen68557 жыл бұрын
im still with zoom g3xn aahaha. now im using zoom g3. but for me its time to changes multieffect between zoom g3xn and boss gt1. i pick zoom g3xn. im not the fan. but this video show that zoom g3xn kick that boss gt1
@mrburns3665 жыл бұрын
Boss COSM amp modeling is shit and always has been
@fausten33 жыл бұрын
Now that's the way to Demo and Compare. Nice going man.
@hasnunamar63864 жыл бұрын
Sy dh bli zoom g3xn from music bliss sbb tgk video ni.. sound is great
@VinayKumar-dj4kv7 жыл бұрын
beautiful ibanez........😍😘
@albertogarciaolmedo53846 жыл бұрын
I am an owner of Boss GT1. I have to say that Zoom GX3xn sounds better in this video; but I think the guitarrist didn't explore the good sound you can obtain with boss; also the samples are a bit louder in GX3, so that is a bit confusing. Whatever, I think both digital multieffects are really good.
@Kaku_phukon6 жыл бұрын
Alberto García Olmedo u hv any prblm in this prccssr(gt1)
@albertogarciaolmedo53846 жыл бұрын
I don't have problems with this unit. I think it is perfect for the price. I think that the Zoom Gx3xn is also a good device.
@MikeJones-oe3do6 жыл бұрын
i was thinking the same thing, i dont own either but ive owned a few boss effects pedals and they had some great tones once you work through them.
@albertogarciaolmedo53846 жыл бұрын
Analogs pedals, even Joyo's, usually sound better than this multieffects (Both of them I think, but I am sure about a comparison with Joyo Ultimate Drive, US Dream, Vintage Overdrive VS the Boss GT1 as I own all this devices). But this multieffects don't sound bad and they are much more confortable than pedals. It depends on my mood the day I am playing, but I usually prefer the Boss GT1
@Metallion-ol8bc6 жыл бұрын
Alberto García Olmedo. Of course you bought the Boss GT 1, not the Zoom G3xn, in my case I prefer line 6, that cosm technology Boss use on effects is dated.
@jello-tarzan2 жыл бұрын
Zoom for the drum beats and amps, Boss for the clean tones, software and effects. Both good tools. My choice would be Boss.
@SuperPyrusMaster7 жыл бұрын
I have the zoom, for its price it has some real gems, the amp simulators are really good and make it worth the price alone - if only there were more patches :(((
@Petersorg7 жыл бұрын
Learn how to program the patches and you will have endless patches.
@yeahuri47246 жыл бұрын
Personally prefer the d. Rectifier sound on Boss, and matchless sound on Zoom. I only listen to these 2 for comaprison sake. (The cleanest and the dirtiest sound
@thecentralscrutinizerr6 жыл бұрын
I've owned the top line Zoom and the top line Boss and let me tell you for free, the Boss is much more friendly to the actual gigging musician. Nuno Bettencourt used a Boss GT-8 in his rig set up. If you're going to be sitting at the house playing, fuck it don't matter what you buy, you're the only one going to hear it.
@YTOnceAgain6 жыл бұрын
Very true. I used to own a GT-10, and although I started to hate the sound quickly, live-operation was unmatched. Very well thought-out. The Zoom G3/5 are a nightmare in this regard. The new generation seems to be better, though.
@lucasmicheleto27225 жыл бұрын
Boss has definitely more high end, then clearly sounds better to acoustic/clean patches. On high gain Boss is weaker, but still sound more natural to me, I don't know if I could tweak to my taste..
@Nick0519673 жыл бұрын
Such great playing - thank you
@davidp60072 жыл бұрын
I think they both are good....the sounds are a subjective thing. I have Zoom but thinking of trying boss.... The major difference here is the connectivity, the zoom has virtually none, that really it's a bummer and should have been sorted by now....
@ianmagistrado19266 жыл бұрын
BOSS GT 1 all the way, I tried both pedals side by side, plus the mooer ge200(that stuttered on me) the zoom pedal reminded me of an old solid state digitech tone, very very scooped, it will make a solid state sound more solid state. the boss has this hi fi hd sound, u get that professional studio tone. If ur just chill about ur playing the the zoom would be nice since its similar to a stock amp. the boss u can record, 7hrs battery time, fx port. just has a shorter looper and no drum machine, but if ur serious u would be laying down tracks with a drummer or jamming to a backing track. plus the boss GT1 has bosstonestudio where u actually have a miniature studio at home where u can program patches set lists and get the tones of ur fav guitarist. it sounds like an ad but this pedal is awesome. I don't work for boss, I just like boss. so be a boss and get boss gt1 looks way cooler too.
@danielbraga86045 жыл бұрын
Depende do gosto de cada um mais pra mim o som da G3xn ficou bem mais orgânico mais com a pegada que se encontra nos pedais analógicos gosto pessoal meu.
@sammmers13 жыл бұрын
Me agradei mais dos som da Boss achei eles mais definidos, os da zoom parece que estão saturando o som em todos os efeitos de amp, sem contar que estão muito parecidos.
@leanlute75076 жыл бұрын
It seems that both are mid range of sound, otherwise the zoom has good pre (the Rectifier with TS sounds superb), but modulation its very poor. Boss has better modulation (beatiful chorus) but the pre is so weak (where is the COSM?)
@rymns6 жыл бұрын
I agree.
@emmanueltabirao84423 жыл бұрын
Both effect is really nice!
@ronaldgarciaguitar64147 жыл бұрын
Nice comparison!
@yoe916 жыл бұрын
Hi. Is this good for recording an album ? Is the sound pure and deep enough for a high quality result, recorded ? Thx.
@jovanradojkovic51672 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for this great video, you helped me making a decision which one to buy. Thank you again :)
@hysterheister09476 жыл бұрын
Zoom looks easier to use in general
@che23355 жыл бұрын
I suggest a PRS MT15 or Peavey 6505MH lunch box head or even a Blackstar HT5 or 20 head or combo for those on a budget w a wah and tubescreamer into the input and modulation effects of your choice through the effects loop and save up for an eventide if you crave harmony leads in your power trio Morello did the whammy and anyone else using it is Toms mini me. Nothing beats analog tube tones w real tube swell in your hands.
@robertmetz73334 жыл бұрын
Great Review Simple and straight
@albertochavez27457 жыл бұрын
Zoom g3xn all the way!, i was between this 2 units, but zoom seems to me better Quality sound and more options to customize your sound..the bad thing about this unit is that doesnt have USB interface..ir doesnt matter much to me because i already have one. another pro in the zoom is the 80 secs looper with drums..with an acurrate use you can have really pro sounds.
@96121356 жыл бұрын
god god!! he didnt know how making same patch. it seem to quick using both multi-effector. this is not good comparison
@onomatopoeia19697 жыл бұрын
nice review man, i still can't decide what to get from those two. but i'm leaning towards positive grid's jamup. can you make a comparison/demo for that?
@zepp3lin5 жыл бұрын
I use Zoom MS series for my modulation, delay & reverb effects. The MS series is a totally new beast for modulation and I usually run it in the FX Loop. For my Amp & cab sound, it's my old ADA Preamp or my new awesome toy the Mooer Pre Amp live. For this video both can't make it, I prefer Digitech for the same budget.
@adriyanmusic4 жыл бұрын
So listen everyone, zoom is heavier great for the stage , it won't move on stage like the smaller processors do , the sound is more closer to the amp and cabs , zoom sounds amazing especially in the neck pickup and it's a lot more pro than the boss is not heavy at all it feels like a toy and most of them are in bad condition, you should read who is the sound engineer for ZOOM I'll definitely go there and won't think for another processor for at least 10 years ;)
@kleetusd50327 жыл бұрын
Boss! I run my gt1 into a Morley aby switch, A out to my looper and pa, B out to my katana 50 set clean. Insanely good tone for under 500$
@ilhamdinzaz7 жыл бұрын
Aduhai,just look at the beauty of the Ibanez.
@jukeboxheros70214 жыл бұрын
My middle display has become fuzzy on my g3x, i'm pissed! And i did the lastest update about a year ago and the unit sounds like $hit!! Time to throw it into the ocean. There's a boss gt1 at my local pawnshop maybe i'll give a try.
@limitededition10537 жыл бұрын
The boss sounds good (natural) when recording such as this sample but terribly compressed live or through a pa system. The zoom is better through pa. I got the boss gt1 and sent it back.
@vernal69444 жыл бұрын
Zoom has sparkle and clarity. Boss seems dark to me. Like a light blanket over it or something. Excellent review.
@ConditionZero769 ай бұрын
This is a very old video, but make sure you're listening through headphones or a good bose speaker, etc, not thru your cellphone. The boss is actually much cleaner clearer tones whereas the zoom is a bit warmer/ has more gain lil darker. They both are great products and sound amazing just depends on your needs..👍🏼
@paulodebellis17927 жыл бұрын
Congratulations for this complete comparison video!
@YTOnceAgain6 жыл бұрын
You didn't leave the Zoom's cabsim on, did you? IMO, all the driven amps sound worse than the Boss... and I mean in a way that prevents me from buying one. It's really muddy and undefined, whereas the Boss sounds crisp in a way I like. Only the Boss's Boogie Mk sounds (even) worse than the Zoom's. With the cleans it's pretty much the other way round - which confuses me. Zoom crisp, Boss too soft ("round"). This really surprises me. I once had a Boss GT-10 that I didn't like at all tonewise, as it sounded a lot like the Zoom here. And then I bought a Zoom G5, which I liked a lot better... but funny enough it sounds more like the Boss GT-1 than its successor G3/5n. That said, I appreciate you did a comparison using them as preamps thru a real cab, as this is the way I prefer using modellers. A room mic only might have given an additional perspective, though. However, in this comparison, the Boss kicked the Zoom's behind for the sounds I'm after.
@MusicBlissMalaysiaTV6 жыл бұрын
No cab sims were used in this comparison...
@cityman11114 жыл бұрын
I totally agree
@MrKockabilly6 жыл бұрын
Based on the comments, it's 50-50 on sound. Subjective indeed. Now which is more user-friendly?
@guitardipu7 жыл бұрын
Amp simulation is way better in Zoom, no comparison. However, Boss has better effects especially Delays and Re-verbs. High gain stuff is better in the Zoom. However Boss MDP Adaptive Distortion is a super smooth articulate Distortion effect ever (can adapt to extended range guitars). Zoom firmware update 2, has Space Hole, Particle Reverb, Pitch Delay and will replicate the shimmer effect. However, with MDP effects like Overtone mixed with rotary effects, one can effectively replicate the "Organ" sound and also shimmer effect (overtone or Harmonist in Unison mode + Tera Echo) in Boss. Zoom G5N/G3XN are any day better than their predecessor G5/G3. In this comparison of Amp Sims Zoom wins. The new Zoom amp sims are now similar and comparable to POD HD500X. I think the Zoom G5N is the best bang for the buck. By the way I am a BOSS ME-25 user :-)
@rymns6 жыл бұрын
I agree. Zoom has better amplifiers simulators. Boss have way better effects though.
@blackninja78715 жыл бұрын
zoom G3xn the winner..
@f.c.95505 жыл бұрын
Ok most people says boss is shit but what about Boss gt 8 ? Opeth used to record their albums with it . And im still using it with my orange tube amp with only 1 cable method and sound pretty good . What's your opinions about Boss Gt 8
@billcompeau48356 жыл бұрын
Excellent demo vid and great playing!!!!
@jaezryl2 жыл бұрын
It is kind of stupid zoom made the looper as a pedal on its own. Making it hard to change patches while looped. The G1xOn that I have has a separate loop rhythm button so I can quickly change patch while looped.
@itaco80665 жыл бұрын
Great Video, thank you!
@miguelrico43384 жыл бұрын
Commented on wrong video, this is the one in question. Which one of these would you buy?
@zombee384 жыл бұрын
Zoom for me...great playing also !
@otisskopik14006 жыл бұрын
zoom sound much warmer. both are great just different
@marksman32216 жыл бұрын
Boss👍 for me...
@Deaf_Notes7 жыл бұрын
in my opinion the boss for clean and the zoom for distorted
@YTOnceAgain6 жыл бұрын
In my opinion, the other way round. :-)
@rymns6 жыл бұрын
Zoom for amplifiers and Boss for effects would be a more proper call.