Best Bass Headphone Amplifier 2021 - Vox vs Blackstar vs Donner

[@crum111]

I really appreciate and respect the effort you put in to this video: cut scenes, cards, your own sound effects, really solid analysis and just overall a really great job. I hope you keep this channel up and it grows because I think this video deserves the 10,000 views you mention. Thanks for this it really helped me make a purchase decision.

[@OspreyD40]

Thank you! For the Vox, one pair of AAA batteries lasts a LONG time, so I see having an onboard rechargeable battery (Donner) as a negative. A huge benefit of the Vox is the auxiliary INput jack, so I can play tracks (or Internet stuff) from my cell phone into it and play along. That is fabulous, and sounds so much better than the aux inputs of a couple regular amps I have. I agree that the Vox sound is so good, I play through it into phones in preference to turning on an amp. I have only used the green/ high gain mode because the others are underpowered, in my opinion. I agree that green for "high" and red for "low" goes against commonplace logic. The green setting's tone is clear, so "high gain" does not mean distorted. I have used one many many times until finally the plug connection began to fail. A couple years of use. Can be found for under $40 in 11/11/22.

[@ericlarkey5494]

I own the Vox. Here’s a real problem. If you play a bass where the input jack is on the bottom or the bass, you have to be super careful if you like to sit on a couch or recliner and just jam. The jack for the amp will break off in the bass if you put a lot of pressure on it. Cheap plastic housing around the input jack on the amp won’t hold up. Your ok if you have an input jack on top of the bass like a strat style instrument.

[@Myndi78]

Good point! I am buying one, but I think I will buy a 90 degree jack with it and seperate it from the bass.

[@BassGods]

My Bass strap broke, and I tried to catch my Bass before it hit the floor. I saved the body of my Bass from hitting the floor, but the amp hit the floor and broke off. 😡😡😡

[@Mochimatchamocha]

@@BassGodsoh thank goodness ur bass is fine. My….chest physically clenched as I was reading ur comment. It’s like the feeling u get when suddenly misstep but don’t realize it and ur foot just slams into the ground

[@pomegranatepip2482]

Short male to female cable should resolve that problem fairly easily I think.

[@LeftiBassist]

As a beginner bass player, I think the Donner would work for me (the rechargeable battery is a plus). Great channel, looking forward to more reviews.

[@BlackuLaLa]

That's why I got the Donner. I'm not great at the bass (I suck), so I figured this will help motivate me to play more. If no one can hear me jamming out, then I won't have to be embarrassed lol

[@robertshay9951]

After a long hiatus from playing ( family illnesses mostly) I'm back to playing. And I agree that having one of these is a must nowadays. Learning towards the Blackstar myself. Like you I have played and will continue to play Rock and Blues. The various tones are what swayed my decision. As for your review I found that you did an excellent job. Keep up the good work!

[@Tunelighting]

Which one would you choose? As I said I'll be uploading individual videos of each amp with some more sound samples in the next couple of weeks if you still can't decide

[@curtiswarren869]

Great comparison. I wish more creators of these types of videos were up to your standard. You just raised the bar!!! And with that I trust that the Blackstar is for me!

[@Ghost_Electricity]

Went with the Vox over the Blackstar b/c I don't see myself playing bass with a lot of distortion. Your video helped me decide. Thanks!

[@iaindaughtery3870]

Cheers, just the kind of review I was looking for Blackstar on my birthday list 👍

[@smokepeddler]

I have the guitar version. I was blown away how good it is. Especially the reverb, chorus, and delay on the lowest preset. Worth every penny.

[@jefcabase8948]

Thanks for sharing this video, i have now an idea which one to buy. I play bass and I want this kind of product for practice and explore .

[@colinmackay4681]

Nice review very thorough, just bought the Vox Amplug 2.

[@johnreed3259]

Awesome job just started playing bass I'm going to start out with the voxx and appreciate your work I didn't even know anything about this product it will surely help with my neighbors, lol thanks keep up the good work.

[@AlphaCharlie66]

For the variety of tones, I'd go with the Blackstar.

[@erniemee7128]

Thanks for the video. I bought the Blackstar and am very happy with it.

[@BassGods]

Vox 3 is way better.

[@uberdonkey9721]

Great comparison. Total scores are mostly useless in comparisons but your review really allowed me to think what's best fory specific needs. Thankyou!

[@shawnbbbross9439]

I like the Vox clean sound- so that's my pick. Noice job on your review.

[@colinanderson663]

Excellent comparison video - exactly the information I was looking for, with just the right amount of depth in each category. Thanks!

[@naskifife]

Thanks so much for your efforts here!! Absolutely helped me make a decision - greatly appreciated!! 🙏🤘🎸

[@evianbidet3553]

i reaally ppreciate all the detail you went into!

[@HienNguyen-cq7qf]

Thanks for the video! Curious, Have you tried the Fender Mustang Micro Amp? Any thoughts? Comparison?

[@MakerFabio]

Thanks for the great review Maybe To have something more you could have made some real sound test, sometime listening to a sound is more effective than hear the description of a sound

[@daviddnelson]

Interested in your take on the Fender Mustang Micro and the Nux. From what I’ve seen online, the Nux has a lot of customization, but it’s also a lot more work. The Fender is really interesting from an ease of use standpoint, and Fender’s digital modeling is pretty good and Bluetooth audio in is nice, but their effects are of course skewed toward guitar. I’ve had the Vox one for years, and I agree with your take on the tone. I’m curious about the Blackstar now though, for the heavier tone options.

[@sasquarez55]

Great reviews! What type of headphones did you use? Model and ohms?

[@natevart4156]

What do you think of using the zoom b1 four and plugging the headphones into that instead of buying one of these ?

[@brandonclevenger9177]

Thanks for this! I think you talked me into spending the extra $25 to go from the Donner to the Vox

[@yeoldefoxeh254]

I've read the article on your site for this, then accidentally found your video for the same stuff. Subbed!

[@yamasuki959]

Hi Super work man. Have you tested the NuX Mighty Plug Headphone Amp product ? If not could you do so and compare it with the vox, Blackstar, and donner ? Thanks in advance.

[@depapa701]

Thank you very much. I will go with the VOX because I can buy it in sale right now 😂

[@russreid3537]

Thanks for a very useful video. I'd go for the Blackstar from what you've said.

[@alexanderstarov1142]

Hello. I have Vox amplug 2 bass. And it is much quieter than its predecessor amplug 1. I overclock it to full and it's still quiet. Please tell me, does Blackstar have the same output signal level?

[@wjamyers]

Thank you for such a helpful, well-presented comparison

[@vinisasso]

Very thorough. I like the Vox most and am leaning towards it. Thanks!

[@MichaelStoneham]

Great review. The vox/blackstar rotating jack was designed for versatility on instruments that have a jack on the top of the instrument. Where a right angle only won't work.

[@pop-itfox9193]

Hey dude, awesome channel subbed to you! Was wondering if you could recommend a relatively budget set of headphones to go with these? Looking to pick one up but not sure what kind of headphones to pair it with, Thanks!

[@Tunelighting]

what's your budget? Under $50? Under $100?

[@pop-itfox9193]

@@Tunelighting honestly probably under 50

[@ksgtrpkr]

I play clean and warm most of the time, I am getting the Vox!

[@Tjoppy]

Thanks for your great comparison video fellow bass man!

[@prabashgranger6621]

How did you record the sound of these headphones amp? I have one headphones amp but I want to record too. For my cover

[@itwasnt3369]

Thanks. Great videos. Can anyone clarify if the Blackstar/Vox can be powered using Rechargable AAA batteries? Just checking as I know some things cannot use rechargables. Would seem a pain having to constantly buy regular ones.

[@frederickwood9116]

Appreciate the thorough breakdown of each. Being constructive. You have a nice and clean unique presentation style. Some of that is your pace. I feel your pace is too slow though. Keep going. I’m tuned in. :-)

[@markromero8076]

Thanks for your review. I was looking at the Vox.

[@steelybeatz6382]

Great reviews!!! Thank you for sharing :)

[@nadiaaraujo209]

The bicycle shot got you a hit on the like button 👏

[@bobt5778]

Any headphone recommendations? I've used the Vox Amplug Bass for years with some AKG 52 headphones, but they don't seem to last.

[@sumbat9008]

what ohm headphone u pick?

[@steveedwards1666]

Vox for me. Good luck with the channel. I enjoyed your reviews.

[@Aphixx]

Any thoughts on how these compare to the "Valetron Rushead Max Bass"? I think they may have previously only had a guitar version, but there's a bass-specific one out now.

[@charlieburns1385]

Well done Thanks I think the vox is the way to go

[@Snarf_spike.]

I play most of the time motown so i go for the Vox, thanks.

[@jem7665]

Hey, I ve a question.. I ve these "Beyerdynamic DT-770 PRO 80 Ohm" and I want to have more bass and a higher volume... do you know a non expensive way to do this? / do you recommend a good mobile amplifier?

[@T_T_T_T_T_T_T]

yes, I have the same headphones. you need one of the amps from this video

[@julemoorlag4748]

How can you control the tempo of the beats? The tap button by the power button is hard to control for me

[@neon_SLOTH_]

What "real" amp would I have to buy to get the same tone as the vox? my practice amp sux compared to this vox thing...

[@lepetitcoune]

Great video, Personnaly i would prefer the Blackstar

[@Bassic778]

Thank you for an extremely comprehensive review!!! Even though the sound quality is important, I would probably choose the Donner due to having a rechargeable battery. You're money on the front end and over the life of the unit!

[@drydreams8513]

My personal experience with Donner is donner sucks straight up across all know products pedals, cables , pedal boards just stay away from them at all cost . But $25 I’m willing to get disappointed again, I only know one way to learn my lesson and it’s the hard way

[@scottsguitarlessonsblacksa9648]

Just watched the video and I thought you did a great job of demonstrating each plug in headphone amp. After careful consideration I have to agree with you that the blackstar is the best one, I play hard rock and metal bass. Thanks for the video

[@hihello9219]

Hello, I know it might sound dumb but I ask my mum wether I could get a bass or not but she said no because I might get electrocuted. So, I did research, and it says you would only get electrocuted unless there is smth wrong with the wire or the amp. I've been wondering if any of these have the risk of electrocuting you?

[@klipvindel213]

Amazing i will choose Blackstar. Thank you

[@brbstudio7208]

Good review man. Tks

[@Captain_Rhodes]

are all the drum beats the same time signature? same old 4/4?

[@jefcabase8948]

Thanks for sharing this video. Blackstar for me. Rock on.

[@jefcabase8948]

Now i have an idea which one to buy.

[@brucegibbins3792]

Not aware of Blackstar and Donner I bought the Vox machine at £45 including shipping. It's still to arrive, but will do in the next day or two. I'm looking forward to the first plug in and play. Excellent video and thanks for the cool intel report.

[@keirareid6720]

How was it?

[@slappbassrhcp]

The blackstar because of the variety of rhythms and metronome.

[@jensbomholt4529]

I use my Zoom A1X Four as headphone practising amp. Easy to use, not so tiny, looper, effects programmable ... Can use it for all instruments incl. eBass, Ukulele, ac. Guitar ...

[@SpiritDK]

for the same reasoning as you give i tent to play a lot more rock aswell i would go for the Blackstar

[@oleskadovbush-ik3ng]

Great video thanks !!

[@Wildcard-wt4jw]

I've gone through 2 VOX bass headphone amplifiers and broke both. Straight up both times my fault but feel $50 is too much for these plastic little pieces of gear. It definitely felt fragile. Probably gonna just try the Donner

[@chanticleer6161]

Great video, thanks.

[@xCr00k3Dx]

I wonder how all these would compare to a pocket multi-effect amplifier pedal, like the Donner Multi-Pad100 or the Ammoon PockRock.

[@mikeycisme]

Good video! Very informative. I purchased the Donner originally, since it was sooooo cheap. But I sent it back, and bought the Blackstar. I like it. I like the second, Ampeg SVT-like sound the most on the Blackstar - the one with the orange status light.

[@IG-88r]

The donner battery is a weird thing, if you use it for long periods it runs out quicker, but i used it to practice half an hour every night for like a month and didnt ran out of battery, so, probably the battery warms up and fails after longer periods

[@aungyelin959]

Those 3.4mm jake didn't come inside VOX but company gave me extra pack include tuner ,note stand ,bass capo ,pactrum and small towel.... Depending on were you buy

[@RobBluth]

I've got the Vox amplug2 for guitar and the settings drove me crazy, trying to read the words on the device was difficult and it I had to keep a cheat sheet nearby with all the button press combos. Hold the power down and click a different button down twice, etc. Didn't care for it, unfortunately.

[@ziwelufefe8943]

I think blackstar is the one I'd choose

[@warrenpaintingandhomesolut9336]

BLACKSTAR is the one ironically I called the winner by 2 we appreciate the information now let me win

[@a99miata]

tried the VOX on my Ibanez acoustic bass and did not work. Blackstar & donner did ok but not great....must be the electronics in my bass mis-matching.

[@DennisTurbay]

I have white noise from vox amplug v2 that is pretty annoying sometimes. Does anybody have the same issue?

[@MarcG7424]

I wouldn't use overdrive or distrotion I much perfer a clean tone so it would be the VOX for me

[@DanielleNZ]

Gotta be the Blackstar for me 🤩

[@codenamemati]

I'd like a compressor with threshold and ratio controls instead of drum machine.

[@koryfritz6123]

"Getting started" is what any music teacher will tell you is the most important thing. The Donner is the only one that comes with a cable, no fuss to learn/use it, rechargeable batteries, and at half the price. HELLO KNOCK KNOCK; how could these features be so trivial ! The Donner is the best deal in town. It should have, at the very least, scored well into the 40s !

[@JohnSmith-iv2mt]

The best headphone amplifier is Raven Labs PHA1

[@richreid7098]

I got the Vox. I am very pleased with the sound but I wish I could find an owner's manual with actual directions. I know I am the exception but I like reading real owner's manuals (you usually can learn some useful details that you might otherwise miss)

[@kevinbrianjohnsonmusic]

Vox Bass For Me!!

[@anonymitos8987]

I would generally choose Donner Basement, what can I say I just like it 🤷‍♂️.... 23:55 answers my reasons 😁✌️ And yea that’s it , that’s all about it ..

[@MrEzplay]

Vox looks great!

[@TheYjmfan]

The rechargeable battery on the donner is ok until it goes duff and then you bin the whole unit.

[@NikiDorian]

Or you can change it and keep rocking... :)

[@TheYjmfan]

@@NikiDorian as far as I'm aware it's a sealed unit you would have to break it to open it, and it'll probably be virtually impossible to find a replacement for it, save yourself the hassle get one with replaceable batteries.

[@NikiDorian]

​@@TheYjmfan I haven't seen the Donner but I've been inside a few Vox models ( usually to repair broken jacks ), and they are only "sealed" with a regular philips screw. The battery in the Donner is a LIpo. Finding a replacement is as easy as typing "LIPO xxXXxx" into google. The "X"s are the dimensions of the battery in millimetres which are already printed on it. Lipos can be recharged up to 500 times, the donner lasts 5 h on a single charge. 5 x 500 = 2500 hours of use. The Vox is rated at 15 hour per 2 non rechargeable batteries ( which is what people use ). To get 2500 hours of use out of the Vox you'll need over 320 AAA batteries. With rechargeable AAAs in the Vox you get less playtime per charge and less charge cycles before they die than a lipo, plus you need an external charger for them. So if you are only concerned with the batteries then get the Donner, it will cost you 20 bucks less upfront, and over 100 bucks less in the long run. :)

[@bengagliardo1080]

i just want to hear the silly thing . im not going back to school to figure it out.. .. im t old 65 .thanks for the video.

[@VincentDuxD]

There’s no mentioning of the buzzing noise?

[@gabeszka77]

Blackstar would do the metal! 🤘

[@hiivatti67]

boss waza air bass? I am sure like it

[@MonkeyDLuffy-cq2lo]

Helpful.

[@xbfotos]

Thanks

[@tuhmater2985]

“If I landed on Neptune” That’s the thing mate You can’t do that

[@massnfxd5027]

My Vox shut down completely after about 6 wks. Power light comes on but no signal. Waste of my money.

[@wallacea-nyc.4300]

22:26 Thanks for your videos. 👍🎼🎵🎸🎶 🌎🕊

[@latenight5865]

Nux mighty plug

[@BassGods]

The winner, and New Bass Headphone Amp Champion is? “Vox Amplug 3” 😂

[@mke7605]

I actually dislike those inbuilt rechargeable batteries. They will eventually wear out and you’ll have to throw the device away. AAA batteries can be replaced. If you’re worried about the waste, there are rechargeable AAA batteries that you can buy.

[@sidneiribeiro7666]

2022 : Mvave h8 👍

[@lil_leaf3004]

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