CAN FRFR CABS SOUND GREAT FOR GUITAR? Headrush FRFR 108

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[@glennmartin4043]

Pete i just want to compliment your playing. It is always so good. Makes me sit up and take notice every time.

[@PeteThorn]

Thanks much, Glenn!!!

[@allboutthemojo]

@@PeteThorn hey Pete , am trying to figure out if this is right for me. Your opinion will help. Primarily playing at home and low volumes. Need something portable and want to use it with a modeler instead of a bunch of pedals on a pedalboard but don't want to sacrifice the low end and clarity when playing high gain stuff. I don't know much about these . People are saying an amp modeler going directly into frfr will only sound comparable to a tube amp into a 4x12 cab , if I go modeler into a physical power amp and then into a 4x12 physical guitar cabinet. Is this true?

[@abradfordajb]

Great demo. I have one of the larger Headrush units in my home studio that gets a feed from my mixer, and it works very well. Excellent unit for the price. Your approach with recording "in the room" is perfect. Thanks much.

[@davecooper360]

I bought a Headrush frfr108 AND frfr112 to run my Helix through. In stereo with some tasty effects it sounds like floating through the galaxies :)

[@Glensully]

I’m tossing up between the two. I think since you generally cut the frequencies under 80hz anyway the 12 done have much advantage and maybe too boomy? When you try them one at a time do you find much difference. I like the size and weight of the smaller one, I’m thinking

[@dazzmetcoll3843]

@@Glensully hi glen did u find the 108 suits the helix better than the 112? Cheers

[@Glensully]

@@dazzmetcoll3843 I found it was a bit boxy and rattled. i think i got a dud as it was a return and i got it cheaper. so i returned it and got a ALTO TS310. i didnt want the heavy 12 or the extra bass. i have found the TS310 very good and have had a jam with it already and was good.

[@JoeBoomerMusic]

Is there enough low end to drop some bass synth bombs and what not? Or sustain deep bass / synth drones? Sorry for all the questions, just trying to figure out what to pair with boss sy-1000.

[@perryadams3159]

​@JoeBoomerMusic it has a LOT of bass, but the type of bass isn't all that pleasant. I wish they made an FRFR-110. The FRFR-108 might be good for bass if you add an eq pedal.

[@Dunk0The0Punk]

I have had one for a year now to use with my HX stomp its so versatile I've also used it for acoustic gigs too, nice to see you do a demo of a fantastic product nice video thanks Pete.

[@jimspencer4413]

I try to watch Pete’s gear reviews, but am invariably so knocked out by what a soulful, ‘tone-y’ player he is that I pretty much forget about the gear… he is an amazing musician

[@PeteThorn]

Hey thanks Jim!

[@MikeTracysManCave]

Right great player and great demos!

[@8KilgoreTrout4]

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[@Pedro_MVS_Lima]

That is exactly what I was about to say when I scrolled down to the comments section.

[@davidwright9550]

Pete!! Brother the solo you were playing at the beginning of this video is absolutely amazing, tasteful, and beautiful. Thanks so much for sharing your amazing gift, and knowledge.

[@PeteThorn]

Thank you so much thanks for watching!

[@BobbyLaneProductions]

I've been using one of these little babies for a while now and I love it.. my rig is a bunch of drive pedals going into the C.A.B. M+ with the virtual power amp on.. I'm using your Suhr IRs Pete.. very nice IRs! and then right into the Headrush FRFR108.. like you said sounds great at any volume.. when I finally get the modeler I want (NDQC) I'll get another Headrush and run stereo on stage.. woohoo!

[@mcmeyer76]

THANK YOU for demoing this option with something other than thrash metal. Gives an entirely different perspective and flavor. Sounds phenomenal - and the speaker is pretty impressive too ;-)

[@MayfieldCreekObservatory]

I just received my Fractal FM3 and thinking a couple of the 8”s would be nice. I pack my gear back and forth to work at the laboratory I work at. While my lab tests cook I play. Thanks Pete!

[@KeithShelley1]

Just in time! I'm about to make the jump to make my HX Stomp my main rig and have been seriously eyeing these guys with a gift card burning a hole in my pocket. Thanks, Pete!

[@yigitar]

I got mine about couple months ago. I was skeptical about FRFR cabinets and preferred all the time used a real cabinet which was my fender deluxe reverb real amplifier. It was all the somehow warm to me. But with this cabinet, i was blown away. It's perfect warm, realistic tone and absolutely lighter than my amplifier as cabinet usage. I have Kemper Toaster Powered version. But this cabinet has its own pre-amp, you could even use that un-powered Kemper or equivalent units without an external pre-amp. This cabinet also has very nice low end. It has perfectly balanced eq. Thanks for the video Pete!

[@stevehawthorn8733]

I have 2 of the FRFR112 Headrush cabs and run my Positive Grid Bias Processor head along with all 3 Bias Pro pedals through 1, with the other as a live backup or wedge monitor if needed, and they are fantastic sounding and reacting like a guitar cab with massive head room and a real guitar cab type thump and am so glad I switched to this all digital rig, amazing combination

[@matthewmp111]

You think better than say Yamaha studio monitros for guitar?

[@mikesharpsongs]

Thanks so much for all the incredible demos, and especially for that Lukather bit in this one; amazing! ☮💜🎶

[@tomlaird8737]

Pete, your playing is just stunningly good and so tasteful, thanks for sharing!

[@neilkorsgaard]

Your playing is just so beautiful! I loved the intro piece.

[@edovinus]

Pete, you just convinced me to get something I hadn't considered getting before I watched this video. So many things I could use this for... Thanks for the review!

[@8KilgoreTrout4]

Never doubt a creators catalog of videos and how useful they are! I WISH we had this wealth of knowledge growing up!

[@Impractical_Engineer]

The dynamics in your playing is wonderful. Very wide full sound thats not in your face but swirls around you.

[@CyClaw]

Damn Pete! Always a pleasure to watch and listen to you. What a tone!!

[@j.w.5485]

I've used a set of these for about a year and a half and I will say they are a great bang for the buck. They have a pretty nice amount of bass for 8" drivers. They were great with my Headrush Gigboard. In your quiet room, though, they do have a little hiss at idle. Just means your not loud enough.

[@ijwhite]

Bought two headrush 108’s for the jam space on your recommendation. I do not feel I was steered wrong these speakers are incredible.

[@johns4751]

I have a pair of FRFR-108’s connected to my Line6 PodGo running in stereo. Works great for me!

[@daddysasquatch4970]

I'm running my BOSS GT_1000 through two of those and I can't believe the sound that comes out of those little things. I am in a small room and yeah they react really well at reasonable volume. And, did I mention that they are extremely reasonable price so you can by two and get great stereo effect. Great video as usual from Pete, smooth yet biting when you need to be.

[@BoAakerstrom]

If anyone can make anything sound great it's you Pete!

[@MartinStrang]

Just got a headrush gigboard and I’m considering one or two of this units. There are many vids reviewing it, but I had to play only one. Because Pete has the credibility!!! Thanks man. Just what I needed.

[@MMBoogieman1]

Couldn’t agree more about the Headrush FRFR series monitors. The 112 model is a MONSTER and brings the pant-flap to the modeler/profiler experience. Oh, and they’re dirt cheap! Thanks for the continued inspiration, Pete.

[@vmc37]

Loved the camera angles of camera today. I love my headrush whe using IR to front of house.

[@Lettsbet]

I love my Headrush 8 inch version. Very portable and powerful. Works great on guitar with my helix stomp. I actually use it as a vocal monitor as well. Easily keeps up with a loud full band. Amazing value for the money.

[@Lettsbet]

I will also say that they will "reveal" how you set up your tones on the Helix. So you will most likely benefit from tweaking the EQ of your presets or IR's. I think you will find dialing back higher frequencies and treble will help things out a bit. Same can be said for adding lows.

[@kenursaki1841]

It was the first Headrush pedal board video that inspired me to buy one. Then I picked up a 12" Headrush frfr. Killer rig. Inspires me to play more because of all the juicy sounds just waiting to be heard. Thanks for these videos. Keep them coming. Much appreciated. 🤘😝🤘🍻

[@maximumguitarage]

I justed pickup up the Headrush 108, should I be considering the 112 instead ? I would like to use this for small gigs and band practice.

[@kenursaki1841]

12" is best for guitar imo. Obviously you get a richer tone. Portability is the only factor excluding price.

[@joeyfarley9916]

I own one of these and I love it, I bought a Powercab 112 plus and I use them together when I want to do stereo and it holds its own.

[@buffit_8345]

Pete, let me just say, your tone and playing is astounding sir. Really good stuff man. Thank you for your reviews and for sharing, some of the wealth of knowledge you have, with us. Have a wonderful day sir. God bless.

[@PeteThorn]

Thank you very much!

[@lespaulplaya93]

Great demo Pete! I needed to see this! I just purchased a Two Notes Captor X to use with my Friedman Smallbox amp, and I was looking to get studio monitors. This just proved to me that I need to get this speaker!

[@ronpatterson5483]

Always amazed at your guitar skills, & gear info.!!

[@aliengrey6052]

Thanks Pete. This is the best speaker I have ever purchased. I am using it with the Mooer ge150. It is sublime.

[@michaelmarsh4013]

Nice Pete! I use the Alto version of these, 10", with my Strymon Iridium pedalboard and it works great.

[@tr-austin]

It's a great little speaker! And you're playing is top shelf as always Pete! :)

[@RobCmusic]

I go through the 12" version of this . My friend has one and I use it when I rehearse at his place. Seeing as this is aimed directly at guitarists I think the volume controls would be better if they were located on the top for easier access on stage...

[@jarodreddig63]

Love to see a video with a graph of the in-room frequency response with a full-range cab compared to a “regular” cab.

[@tonyrutland9289]

I just got 2 of these today with my headrush. Dang they sound amazing!

[@wicasawakan3]

I'm using it with my Two Notes le lead & Torpedo CAB and it's killer! Using my old Pod X3 Live as midi controller and for all the delays, reverbs, mods and other fx + digitech Drop and Freqout and all of this is giving me plenty of pleasure and happiness without breaking my back! 😊🎸🎤🤘

[@Zartimus]

Thanks for mic'ing them up like that. Great sounding powered speakers.

[@jacquesbureau5294]

You just convinced me to buy them. Thanks for the excellent demo....and playing

[@JGuitar129]

Beautiful playing as always! I plan to get two of these FRFR Cabs for my jam room as an alternative to using my big 4x12 Mesa Cab.

[@8sigreg]

There are many articles out there about the advantage of using a little monitor when going direct. The monitor helps the low end thump of the guitar through the acoustic coupling of the monitor and guitar. And, like Pete says, it makes it possible to get feedback on the guitar, which can be important.

[@daveryan2148]

Yeah the feedback can actually be controlled due to the more directional nature of FRFRs. So can lean into it more or less as needed. Actually pretty great solution.

[@danriley5848]

Great demo as always Pete 👍 Those Headrush speakers sound great for sure. ✌

[@severalsmoothstones8717]

Great video Pete. Very clever mic setup solution! Really works.

[@michaelfenix1159]

Man the intro melody is sweet!, you're a great guitarist

[@mksounds6326]

Just what the doctor ordered. I picked up a Pod Go and when I want to run a cab I've been putting into the power amp section of my '94 Evil Twin. I was suspicious of the Headrush stuff because of the small speakers. This helped a lot. Many thanks from the Bay! MK

[@billnyfeler]

I have a pair of these Headrush FRFRs, and they are excellent! Small form factor and great sounds.

[@jaxchiro]

I am pretty new to playing out, so to speak. Do you mind sharing how you connect from a modeling pedal into two of these? I currently go from my Boss GT1 into one 8 inch Headrush.

[@ovationdave]

Geeze. Pete makes everything sound great. I loved the sound on the 2nd setting.......

[@billunmuth3396]

PETE YOUR THE ABSOLUTE MOST VERSATILE MUSICIAN IVE EVER HEARD. YOU KEEP COMINING UP WITH SOME AWESOME TUNES. THANX

[@PeteThorn]

Hey thanks Bill! Glad you dig what I do

[@MrWaddle74]

wow! amazing sounds , as usual!

[@WatchesnguitarsDK]

I have a 108 and a HX Stomp. Great and light setup!

[@chebrneck]

I just picked up a pair and so far pretty impressed.

[@StealthParrot]

Glorious tone showcased by epic playing!!!

[@PeteThorn]

Thank you sir

[@cooper5882]

Your a busy man Pete . Thanks as always !

[@Aalonsoftw]

That little nod to Toto :) Gotta love it.

[@neutronjockey]

Hey Pete, I picked up an Orange Acoustic Pre/DI (the same 2 channel pre you reviewed about a year ago). I actually prefer running my electrics through the orange pre through two FRFR 112 cabs (with channel one jumpered through the effects loop - your review showed me that). You can really appreciate the differences in pickup types - and it’s like hearing guitar in hi-def for the first time.

[@jfoquendo]

Thank you Pete I may just buy this based on your video ! always high quality content!

[@SpaceAceScott]

Beautiful playing Pete! ❤ it!

[@joshvcrawford]

I used to use a 112 as a monitor wedge with my Axe-Fx II and it was killer!

[@MWIrecords]

I've been using the 12" model since it came out with my Eleven Rack as my fly rig, & I bought the new Mooer GE300 Lite this summer when it came out. They all work really well together! On a whim, I even ran my Yamaha THR10 through it using the headphone out jack....who says you can't play a gig with that great sounding little amp? It sounded great! BTW, did you notice the volume controls actually go to 11?! Lol! I think someone in development had a Spinal Tap moment, love it!

[@MRxr400]

running them on 11 might have your drummer explode into flames though.

[@israelr6636]

Awesome video Pete. Now I have a good idea of what I'm getting into if I pull the trigger on them since I use a POD Go at home. You rock.

[@RockinSG]

These look and sound pretty nice. I am using Line 6 PowerCabs with my Line 6 Helix. They have direct outs on them and I can control the cabinets from the Line 6. The Headrush are really nice. Much smaller than the Line 6. I have to check them out. Thanks Pete!

[@williamlenihan7536]

Thanks. This was helpful. I like your gear reviews because you play so well - and they are informed.

[@PeteThorn]

Thanks!

[@TheHRguitarist]

Solo at beginning just blows my mind!

[@rockkstah2550]

I have 2 of those and a Yamaha analog mixer as my references when making patches for gigs on my helix, pretty spot on, have not had any complains from FOH sound guys, and that’s with no EQ at FOH. It helps dial out a lot of the low end woofs as well as digital high’s... worth the investment, highly recommend it..

[@caleshtcincredibles]

I always say Pete could plug into an old toaster and have an amazing tone ! This thing sounds great too !

[@MarkFromHawaii]

I got an FRFR-108 after I picked up a Boss GX-100. It's a perfect grab and go combo to get just about any sound imaginable. Thanks Pete.

[@screwmerunnin]

Thanks for this; I just got a GX-100 and was curious whether the 108 or 112 would be better suited to it.

[@MarkFromHawaii]

@@screwmerunnin The reason I went with the FRFR-108 is its size and weight (less than 20 lbs). I can carry my guitar on my back, the GX-100 in one hand and the speaker in the other. I'm getting too old to lug a whole bunch of gear between gigs and jams.😅 But you might prefer the bigger sound of the 112.

[@screwmerunnin]

I'm getting old myself, brother. :-)@@MarkFromHawaii

[@crsantin]

I use 2 of these with my Helix rack, about 10 months now. I won’t be going back to tube amps. Great for home playing and recording.

[@satinwhip]

I run a similar rig with my Kemper except I am using two Yamaha DXR10 FRFR powered monitors. Huge sound. The tube amps I have not yet sold are collecting dust. Important to note that it really takes two of these to do the job. I was using one and liked it enough to buy a second. The difference is truly night and day. One just didn't move enough air and cover enough area. Never going back to tube amps.

[@FPVMgunit13]

Do u recommend the Yamaha over the headrush?

[@malcolmjohnston4624]

Always a pleasure to watch you play 🙂

[@malcolmjohnston4624]

19 Lbs wow!!!

[@VelhosNovos]

Great! Ive been using FRFR + pedalboard/modelers/ for a long time. Today I am using the Torpedo CAB M with a Yamaha DRX10... it is great!

[@isaacmondesir1814]

Any other Yamaha speakers you would recommend beside the DRX10?

[@rustythoughts]

I love that Pete’s introductions always make me forget that I’m here for a gear demo as I get carried away by his music.

[@PeteThorn]

Thank you Julian! That’s the best compliment

[@En_Pissant]

Best gear reviews, thanks!

[@tcoxy]

The neck wood and finish on that Suhr!

[@BenKrisfield]

Great demo, thanks. I'm looking at Barefaced 1600w 2x12 FRFR cab for my bass rig. Started using the GT 1000Core. Has some fantastic bass amp modelling.

[@JoshPaterson]

From what I hear, I'm impressed. I currently use QSC but I would definitely like to found a smaller, stereo rig I can rely on.

[@MRxr400]

i have two of these to go with my headrush pedal board. they are so nice sounding, i'm swapping out my entire bands fold back to use these 108's. even without a usual graphic eq on them, they just seem to work so well on stage. ditching the headrush pedal board and going back to using my mesa, but maybe with a boss expander. one thing i noticed in this video, is there's more extra high frequency content in the tone, matbe a high cut on the ir would fix. one thing commonly used with this speaker is a direct signal from your rig to it and a foldback send from desk in second input.

[@DanaVastman]

Just got my Head Rush peddle with a FREE FRFR108! Also ordered a second for Stereo.... They sound AMAZING!

[@olivierhallard3247]

Pete you have everything: talent, tone, gear... and you are Canadian.

[@PeteThorn]

Ha! Thanks oliver

[@bhefer]

3 things you can count on. Taxes, death, and Pete bringing the heat! You rock brother 🤘

[@MikeMassions]

Killer demo, Pete!

[@mikesimpson3528]

I am using one of these with a POD GO and it sounds great.

[@Nazfunk]

Such beautiful playing

[@Seanjustfine]

Beautiful riffs man. Sounds like a great option. Will look into it!

[@PeteThorn]

Thank u!

[@iiizeroiii1636]

The Canadian Tone Machine is back at it!

[@78tag]

The usual, no nonsense review - thanks. Good work.

[@kuringmundo]

i have the 112s. these things sound massive when 2 are run in stereo.

[@leswadley6792]

Again! I’ve spent countless dollars on everything Pete demos! It never sounds like it does when he plays 😭! People it’s in the heart and in the hands! That said Pete has sold me again😂🤷🏻‍♂️!

[@doctoribanez]

I have a 12 headrush I use with a pod go. I think it sounds pretty good. Im sure it will sound even better with you behind the wheel

[@ExpatZ266]

I would bet a Sears guitar and a Gorilla amp would sound great in his hands.

[@titmusspaultpaul5]

@@ExpatZ266 lol... you're right.

[@guyfromnj]

@@ExpatZ266 I concur with that.

[@ElliotSmart]

Great Demo Pete Im looking into getting this for my acoustic rig. I was originally looking at a Bose S1 but this is half the price I use an AER Compact 60 with a Fishman SA330X, but I have mainly been using the AER amp by self since most of the gigs I play are wedding sessions (I use the Fishman for my own gigs). Super ideal for sound, size and weight.

[@MrPrincebass99]

I've been playing my Helix LT thru an EV powered monitor. It sounds good until you turn it up. Got to get one of these speakers, or two! Thanks, Pete.

[@radmed979]

No joke sounds good Pete. Literally sounds like one set up I have with my headrush frfr108 with firehawk fx pedal.....

[@ilguitaro]

The most crucial point you brought up is the feedback/resonance question, which you may be able to achieve sitting close to your cabs, but in a live environment, not so. I love the idea of FR guitar and was desperate for it to work. Experimented with it enough, took it on stage a number of times. I could only conclude that cranking it up really loud was the only way to ensure feedback when you needed it; which of course killed the purpose of doing it in the first place.

[@steverolfeca]

I'm pairing my 108 with a regular 112 guitar combo. I pan my IR's so they don't go into the guitar amp. The 12 gets my guitar ringing, and the FRFR cab puts some extra sheen on the reverbs and delays. It also adds a little push on the bottom end that's fun as long as you don't overdo it...

[@ilguitaro]

@@steverolfeca Thank you for making my point, that point being, FRFR can't do it on it's own.

[@royokinawa]

Sounds good. Awesome setup. I was using the HRs with a Fractal AX8 (FOH as well) as my live setup for a couple years. Plenty of volume with consistent tone. Now it is the FM3 and a Friedman ASC. Now after this video I might need to get another pair of 108s for back up. KHAN!!!

[@GuitaristGuyJames]

It's been two years what are you using now/reccomend? I'm interested both of those same pieces.

[@royokinawa]

@@GuitaristGuyJames Just traded the Friedman for a Atomic CLR. However, you cannot go wrong with Friedman ASC.

[@GuitarSoundLab]

Great demo, thanks!!!

[@mateoh.3735]

Man that red Suhr is beautiful man.

[@21stcenturymetal31]

That intro was beautiful.

[@calenexum]

Pete, just ordered a set of your Thornbuckers, can't wait to get them installed.

[@PeteThorn]

Thanks for getting them! I hope you dig

[@calenexum]

@@PeteThorn they sound amazing sir!