Can the Solar CHUG really CHUG? Find Out, For Real!

Solar CHUG thru my KSR PA50 poweramp. LTD KH602 and Washburn Ola England Solar model auth Seymour Duncan Solar pickups

[@hybrid_wolf6257]

I’ll find out Sunday 🤣 so will the neighbors 😂

[@parkkingery9216]

Sounds pretty good, mine came in today so I'm looking forward to trying it after work

[@gabrielcarpenter6770]

I was waiting on you to do a review of this pedal !!! Sounds epic will have to get one sometime in the near future.

[@louistorres]

It'll be your favorite pedal ever! It's crazy how great it is!

[@hardstones17]

Really debating getting one of these to pair with my HX stomp since I am getting tired of hitting DSP limits every now and then (I use it as my amps mainly, and clean and high gain tone in a single preset can be a struggle). This video is definitely bringing me closer to investing in a CHUG of my own. It sounds really good!

[@sheldonwright8770]

Glad u mentioned build in noise gates! I love the idea of them but my experience with built in ones are usually underwhelming. u say this is the best one so far & for the price makes me very tempted

[@louistorres]

The noise gate works as well as any high-end noise gate that will cost you $300+ to own. Literally, the best built-in noise gate in a pedal! Like you, I feel that other pedals with gates usually design the pedal concept then add a gate for the heck of it. To make it appealing but this gate is GREAT! Finally, it's honestly done right!

[@mattlombardi54]

Well I’m sold lol

[@glawdylochnar8851]

Man this is the best demo so far for this pedal: kzbin.info/www/bejne/laipl2miiZqhobM

[@nathancloud6344]

Awesome sounding pedal!!!!!

[@lukeanthony1339]

just ordered mine!! cant wait to get it

[@louistorres]

First, you'll get it in about three business days! Shockingly fast, considering that it's coming from Spain!

[@JMK-kb1yq]

I'm so glad I played it through an amp; as initially I just played it through an IR pedal and wasn't immediately stoked. Playing it through a real amp and a 2x12 I too was happily blown away. That's interesting that you compare it to a Randall Satan- but yeah that would make sense. And that noise gate is effective enough to not need an additional one. Thanks as always

[@AlenAlekkeBabin]

My opinion is that it will not sound as good through an traditional IR cause those are made to work with complete amp (pre and poweramp). This is just a preamp so it will lack somekin of poweramp simulation. They are mentioning we have custom IR made for this pedal free for download somewhere.

[@JMK-kb1yq]

@@AlenAlekkeBabin that makes sense, and thank you for that information. Unfortunately I'm 55 and not especially tech savvy lol. I received an email about the IR thing, and am not sure how to proceed with it. How do I do that?

[@AlenAlekkeBabin]

@@JMK-kb1yq If your IR pedal takes 3rd party IR's, you can upload it on your pedal. Other than that, you need a computer interface, daw and IR loading program such as NadIR

[@JMK-kb1yq]

@@AlenAlekkeBabin I have a Hotone OMNI

[@AlenAlekkeBabin]

@@JMK-kb1yq yes you can. Connect the pedal to computer, instal the software and load the IR on Hotone

[@oskar7string]

As an Amptweaker tight metal lover you really make me want to try one of these really hard!!!

[@louistorres]

Hermano! This pedal is the new King of the thrown! Trust that I was shocked when I dialed it in! It is every bit the tone with the options we all want in an amp but it's in a really cool metal case. You're going to love it!

[@oskar7string]

@@louistorres yeahh muchas gracias brother I love these preamp pedals I want them all hahaha 😂 but this really impressed me and the price is unbelievable nowadays, great job Ola!!!

[@Demonik44]

gona have to try this one too ! damn , there is to many new pedals on the market these days

[@thomasedward1525]

I tried the Ceres and Kraken V4. I still come back to my Tight Metal. My original version, not the new one. I even preferred the Empress Heavy and Sinvertek. I’d love to see a side by side with a Tight Metal.

[@ValSchnitzel]

Awesome video! Looking forward to the next ones about this preamp. Would you say that it has the tube-feel to it?

[@jessemuscato]

Insane buddy🎉🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@louistorres]

Jesse, it honestly is an incredible pedal. I'm shocked at how great it really is!

[@jessemuscato]

@@louistorres I had mine for a few days but it had some issues and the paint was chipped so I had to send it back they are sending me another one but I played it through the loop of my buddy 6505 and it honestly sounded infinitely better than the 6505

[@TheCyberMantis]

Yeah, the CHUG pedal has great features and it sounds legit. Good price too. I am surprised you like it better than the KSR Ceres.

[@MetalAzza]

It chugs 🤘🤘

[@billyarbrough291]

Sick! This what happens when metal guitars get involved upfront and early on during the design/ concept stage. Haven’t tried out the guitar yet, I’m sure they chug too!! Which amp? Did you plug run through the effects loop or in front?

[@ericdoherty5976]

Agreed, most built in noise gate pedals aren't the best.

[@BrandonVoorhees]

Do the low and hi pass filters essentially work like an od/boost to shape the tone, or would you still recommend boosting externally?

[@TheAkd89]

It’s a Thick boi. I like this pedal. 🔥

[@DarrenWaters75]

It's officially on the list

[@louistorres]

Get it! It's literally the new best preamp pedal!

[@dherdy9205]

Nothing like ola , Not bad in Australia that means good stuff

[@dewberry3043]

Can’t wait for Chug and KSR Ceres comparison.

[@louistorres]

I'll do that today or tomorrow, then the Kraken! :)

[@selmics]

Well you know a thing or two about chugs and if you say it's your favourite preamp pedal that's quite something considering the caliber of gear you've had on your show! 🤘

[@louistorres]

Stefan, it's crazy to think that I compare all preamp pedals to the KSR Ceres and Victory Kraken and this pedal has raised the bar! The Ceres and Kraken are brutal! This one just has a little extra that everyone will love and for $200, I don't think any company would be able to touch its price point. The built-in gate, as a standalone, would be a $300 noise gate.

[@selmics]

@@louistorres the pedal definitely deserves it's name! I've only briefly tried mine this afternoon, but initial impressions are very positive. One pedal that has really stood out on your channel to me is the Diezel Herbert and the Solar Chug just might kill my gas for the Herbert😂

[@TheCyberMantis]

@@louistorres The Revv G8 is considered one of the best gates out there, and it is $200. So this CHUG pedal gate is not a $300 gate.

[@SimonMedia666]

Thnx for the review :) I waited to see 3rd party reviews, I think I gonna buy it :)

[@louistorres]

Bro, you are going to LOOOOVE this pedal! It's literally crazy how great it is! It's what the metal community has always needed! The best part is that it's only $200 and not hundreds more!!!

[@josefkainrad]

Man, mine played so thin through the FX loop and in front of my orange thunderverb > Mesa 412. Idk why, but it sounds paper thin.

[@riffnastyhubanks5714]

Hell yeah it's my boy 😅

[@ShreddyGuitar666]

The ISP Theta is another option for tone tweakers but the CHUG pedal is def for those who don't use a clean channel tho

[@louistorres]

I had the Theta, it was good but many others are better for sure.

[@ShreddyGuitar666]

@@louistorres I regrettably sold mine but found another one for under 200 bucks tho cuz it costs twice as much new. Im still itching to get the Ceres Preamp pedal when I get the dough for it

[@thisguy2973]

Serious Question: do you like this more than the Kraken tube preamp pedal? I have the kraken currently and it’s about to get sent off for warranty service (issue related). So I’m in the market for a distortion pedal. I’m going to order three different ones and send two back after testing them: an empress heavy, a JHS Sweet Tea, and a Tight Metal Pro. Should I knock one off the list to give ola’s pedal a go?

[@louistorres]

Don't bother with the Empress and Tight Metal Pro. If you have the Kraken, try the KSR Ceres and the Solar CHUG pedals instead.

[@jayteesgear]

Is the Pug and Skating a new edit??? That lil dog Rules haha. Pedal sounds heavy and focused. Heard some Shuldiner type leads in there? Modal runs?🔥

[@Count_Apollyon5]

8:11 that look says IT ALL son!...F*** I got to get one now Son

[@louistorres]

Bro! How funny that you caught that look! Hahaha! I was literally thinking at that very moment how much guys are going to LOOOVE this pedal!!!!!

[@Count_Apollyon5]

@@louistorres that Slo is an disappoint

[@aryinc]

The most critical guitarist on youtube. But straight to the point and on point. Rarely do i disagree. If it's good it's good if it's shit it's shit. No sugar coating going on. This pedal to my ears sounds pretty legit.

[@louistorres]

Bro, I'm shocked how great it is! It deserves the top spot bc it honestly is. Glad you liked the video, Arjan!! :)

[@aryinc]

@@louistorres I'm bout to pull the trigger on one. It's free shipping this year right. But also kinda on a money problem this year XD. I hope this pedal isn't a one off right into scalper hands going for 8 times the price. I somewhat want 2 for my band mate also but 1 will do at first.

[@aryinc]

@@louistorres Okay. Bought one XD. i tought. F.....it. Ig louis says it's good :p. Got to buy it then 🤟🤟

[@sammyduet8396]

nice rudimentary peni shirt!

[@louistorres]

Bro, anyone who knows RP is instantly an OG. I've loved them since I was a little kid. Heck yeah, Sammy!! :) You would love the CHUG preamp pedal!

[@marcintaniewski1263]

Hi Louis got question regarding your earlier boss gx700 video 🤘👍how does Solar chug pedal compare to Boss GX700 I mean getting old school death metal sound like Bolt Thrower ??? Regards marcin

[@louistorres]

Hey Marcin! The Chug doesn't do that distinct Bolt Thrower tone that great, not like the GX700 but if you want a modern brutal tone that rivals $3,000 amplifiers, this $200 pedal is tree best!

[@jeffhirshberg5171]

I have a Fryette PS-100 on order. I take it using the Chug as a preamp with the Fryette would be pretty much all I need ?

[@louistorres]

Yes sir! Literally that's it. Everyone I know that has one loves their Fryette PS100! I'm jealous and still want either the PS100 or the rack Fryette LXII.

[@jeffhirshberg5171]

@@louistorres Thank you so much for confirming what I was hoping. I also have the KSR PA50. I'm hoping a PA100 will come online at some point.... And thanks for your excellent channel. Much appreciated.

[@gazzaduce3424]

Hey Louis!.I was wondering do you prefer this or the LY Rock Ceres pedal and which is the overall pedal and which is best for the chugs!!?

[@louistorres]

This Solar CHUG without a doubt. If you find the LYR at a low price, you'll love it too!

[@gazzaduce3424]

Hi pal,Have you been hacked?.Check the comment at the bottom.

[@mikeesplain3923]

KSR Ceres vs Solar Chug box 🤘🤘

[@derrotamundial4554]

Louis cual prefieres el solar chug o el empress heavy?

[@abiisomad5625]

Between Chug Pedal and Revv G4, which one do you like?

[@louistorres]

They are BOTH amazing!!! To be honest, I can't pick one over the other. They are both brutal as balls!

[@wilrodzslayer]

vs Revv G3?

[@syonys6222]

Would you say this is a Satan in pedal format or does it have a completely different sound and tone?

[@louistorres]

To be honest, if the Satan sounded like this, I wouldn't have sold my Satan 120. The Satan was all hype, it was shocking. Great amp but many others are infinitely better and cheaper!

[@syonys6222]

Thanks for the reply man hope all is well After knowing your thoughts maybe the satan isn't my dream amp after all lol I'm really thinking about getting the chug with a orange pedal baby with a 2×12

[@johnmahan172]

Try the Revv Northern Mauler ..maybe it will be its best competition?

[@TheCyberMantis]

That would be a good comparison.

[@deadheadbetty6663]

What's great show

[@Tiger-wm6jm]

Can you put the chug in front of a peavey 6505 plus? What does that sound like?

[@TheCyberMantis]

I am not sure the CHUG is an "overdrive" pedal. It's more of a preamp distortion pedal. If you want something in front of the 6505+, then you need an SD-1 or a Tubescreamer thing.

[@Tiger-wm6jm]

@@TheCyberMantis Thanks.

[@sfear6]

How is that chug pedal connected to the FX loop?

[@louistorres]

No effects loop. I'm running guitar into the CHUG and out to the KSR PA50 poweramp with 6L6 tubes. You can easily run guitar into the CHUG thru the effects loop of your amp to bypass your amplifier's built-in preamp. Lots of guys do that if they don't have a separate poweramp.

[@nicolaslienard2141]

How would you compare it to the Dirty Tree? I have it and loooooove the preamp mode, but my eyes are now turned to the Chug thanks to you 😡😜

[@louistorres]

The Dirty Tree is literally the best boost out there that everyone should own. The Solar CHUG is a preamp pedal, so it's like having all the options that are found on any amplifier. All you have to do is plug this pedal into a standalone poweramp, like I did with the 50 watt KSR PA50 or run it through the effects loop of your favorite tube amplifier and use the CHUG's features. You can also run this out to a Mooer Radar or Two Notes CABM and out to your studio monitors or to headphones and play silently at home. :)

[@nicolaslienard2141]

@@louistorres Alriiight! Thanks for your answer... Now I'm seeing the effect loop on my Triple XXX differently, and my Mooer Radar will get back in business soon! Have a great day bro!

[@CorpseChords]

The question, Louis! I bought this pedal here's my situation. I have two guitars one BC Rich in Eb (Nazguls) and one Strandberg in Drop C (Fishman moderns) the pedal runs on both guitars with the same IR and the settings are unchanged. But I tried my Strandberg with Fishmans first and to be honest it sounded like complete ASS!!!! needs a boost. BUT my Eb-tuned guitar with Nazguls running the same settings has the best sound I've ever heard on guitar! Super confused!!!

[@louistorres]

Yeah, active pickups have a way of butchering tones sometimes, it's weird but I've had similar issues with my Fishmans too. :')

[@julioluciano3673]

primo pero patrocineme!!! jajaja pa representarte aqui 🤘🎅🎸

[@mklein5179]

I have to admit it. I’ve been playing clean lately. I’m sorry. I’ll leave my guitar and badge on your desk

[@louistorres]

Michael! Hahaha! Bro, playing clean is sick! I love listening to guys like Chris Spheeris for the amazing way he plays and I listen to flamenco every single day, so trust that I'm a huge fan of clean tones, I'm just not good at it. :)

[@mklein5179]

@@louistorres I love flamenco ! I have a nylon strong classical axe. It’s a blast to play. You’re the man Louis!

[@geraldyafchak4365]

Wait, I'm gonna work with Mr. Torres to create a 12 step program just for you inorder for you to regain your Chug Card! Remember, we never leave a Chug behind!!!

[@geraldyafchak4365]

Speaking of clean, my neighbor was invaded by outside contractors (from power dudes, roofers, this and that)...talking to this roofing company they noticed a Jackson cardboard box, Marshall 4x12 and two iso cabs and we started talking music. They are part of a large (band members) and a couple of the guys want to do a side project but don't know how to start. They want to rock. What I love about these guys is, we both agree their Latin music attracts a million sexy women that love to dance and thankfully the goal is to rock but keep a large female audience. That's what sucks about a lot of Chug music...well back in the day. A sausage festival. So this will be interesting. They hired me to coach em to be edgy rockers but marketing to women

[@LawOfficeofRSFpatent]

What's up louie louie??

[@dherdy9205]

WHO IS ON THE CHATS AYE

[@brettbaker71]

Almost as good as the 5150 iconic? Probably not

[@louistorres]

Hahahaha! I just laughed out loud! That was really funny! :) To be honest, one would save money and get a better tone by buying the KSR PA50 and the Solar CHUG pedal.

[@brettbaker71]

@@louistorres totally!

[@brettbaker71]

@@louistorres totally!

[@gordonfreeman9368]

solar sucks pepers pedals - King!

[@jeremytang5202]

I hava an advice for your videos. Your intro might be too long, almost a minute. A 10 second intro might be better for viewer experience. Just my opinion

[@louistorres]

Thanks for the advice but to be honest, I don't listen to anyone who isn't a KZbinr with at least 7,500 subscribers. I've gotten more advice from dudes who have no idea about this game that it's hilarious!! Everyone has an opinion on how I should do things but I usually suggest that everyone start their own channel and teach me how it's all done the correct way. Until then, maybe upload one video or two, I have nearly 800. I'll wait for you to catchup.

[@louistorres]

I think it's funny that your first comment is sharing what I should be doing, yet you literally have zero videos uploaded! Hahaha! Come on son! Hahaha! Smh.

[@jeremytang5202]

@@louistorres well, I don't have to upload any videos to know what is good for viewers. I've watched so many videos, I know enough of what a good video is. And your intro sucks, people would just leave after watching your intro, that why you gain subscribers so slow.

[@deadheadbetty6663]

A bud what petal do u like better omygoat or chug

[@louistorres]

They're both very different to one another, the way a Bogner is different than a Soldano. Both can chug just as hard as the other with the CHUG having a really great internal noise gate.

[@deadheadbetty6663]

You the man thanks bro