Diezel VH2 vs Friedman BE100 | RAW PLAYTHROUGH

[@firststep7750]

Same-riff amp comparison: 0:21 - Diezel VH2 5:38 - Friedman BE100

[@simonjonasmusic8410]

Both sound phenomenal. It's the low end and the beautiful clean-up capabilities of the Diezel that pull me towards it. Great sounding amp.

[@mudpuddledive]

Where the Friedman really shines is in a setting with a complete band. That low end of the Diezel will likely fall out in the mix

[@MK-oz2lf]

@@mudpuddledive VH4 works out for Tool in their mixes so...

[@abheceshabemuskk3531]

@@MK-oz2lf not alone, he mixes it with a marshall

[@MK-oz2lf]

@@abheceshabemuskk3531 not in every passage

[@prasanthselvadurai3450]

a freidman is easily replaces since there are so many marshall derivatives out there.

[@njmetfan]

Both of these amps are unreal. If I had to pick one, I'd pick both. 😏

[@ZachWish]

Good answer! Thanks for watching.

[@Pantultra]

Great Job! High Quality Vid! To choose between both would be a nice „Problem“ 😅... I would go With the DIEZEL.

[@Matt_McQueen]

"Gimme a dollar, or give me 50 cents.....To Be the Dogman" - Hell yeah dude!

[@paulschlachter4313]

Hell yeah indeed!

[@christophecoste8471]

Thank you so much for this comparison. I own a VH2 (1850€ in EU) and wanted to sell it for a BE100 (3800€) without having found one to try. I used my ears on your video and definitely want to keep my Diezel. Both are insane amps, but Friedman products are really overpriced in EU

[@ZachWish]

Ah that would definitely influence my decision as well. When recording the two, they're fairly similar. In the room, the Diezel sounds bigger and more raw, while the Friedman is a bit smoother and more polite. Just depends on which kind of sound you're after. Both great in my opinion and they both sit really well in a mix. Thanks for watching!

[@kirtisingh7334]

Christophe Coste Smart move. It’s actually a privilege that you can get a Diezel in such a good price in EU. I’m in China and the Diezel is so over priced

[@georgiosandmusic]

The difference was minimal in my ears. The Diezel sounded fantastic (as did the BE100) and to my ears the high gain tones almost identical. This is related a lot with the cab of course.

[@KelsterVonShredster]

same as in canada.....

[@dccallaghan901]

The sound of both these amps is just phenomenonal. Great demo.

[@bronwynmartin4147]

I played Both Amps Instore and went with The Diezel VH2. No regrets.

[@vincelupone]

Amps aside, your playing is soulful, tight, and clear. I think the Friedman meshes the best with your playing, and I'd love to hear some more from you. Keep it up!!

[@ZachWish]

Thanks so much for the kind words! I'm working on a record of my own stuff at the moment and in the recording process of a record with one my bands. Hopefully not too much longer til those are done. I checked out your videos by the way. Super impressive playing!

[@JeffIndigo]

KING'S X DOGMAN RIFF! HELL YEAH! FIRST RIFF TOO!

[@gioelevio1626]

The Diezel sounds good but the Friedman is the ultimate tone for me. It's so aggressive and defined!

[@jasonsapp792]

Agreed, the clarity sets it apart...the V2 reminds me of a Mesa Recto , heavy but can get dark/muddy (?)....Like the BE more

[@pablumpicasso9207]

Jason Sapp That’s how I explained Diezel amps to someone who had never heard of them.... like a refined Mesa.

[@chrisday5341]

This is a great showcase of these amps! Such good tone! Great video man!

[@ZachWish]

Awesome! Thanks a bunch for checking it out. Got a new video going live in 30 min!

[@robertalsbury]

Good video Nice to see a comparison vid that’s not pure death metal tones overrun with just power chords. I’m a Diezel guy but admit both sound great. Impressed by the Freidman indeed

[@ZachWish]

Thanks so much. Yeah, definitely both great amps. Couldn't go wrong with either.

[@diezelvh4133]

Nothing better than standing back in front of a cranked Diezel. I recommend running Ruby el34bhts in the vh2.

[@ZachWish]

Right on. Been meaning to check it out with EL34's. It's got the stock KT77's in it at the moment.

[@diezelvh4133]

The difference to me is the kt77s make it a vh2, which it amazing, and el34bht make it a vh4, very tight, percussive and controls the bass and mid response better. I switch back and forth for fun. Most responsive amp ive owned as far as speakers, tubes and pickups.

[@Giantsbran1227]

@@diezelvh4133 do you still own it?

[@diezelvh4133]

@@Giantsbran1227 No. I have a vh4 and herbert now. I needed the switchable loops and midi. Otherwise I'd still be rockin it.

[@Giantsbran1227]

@@diezelvh4133 how close do you think it comes to ch3 of the VH4? I have a VH2 now, any tips aside from EL34’s?

[@vl292]

Isnt the friedman like variation (beefed up) of the Sir#36 topology? Sounds pretty good. Diezel has it’s own thing going on. Someone in the comments said its lowend is likely to fall apart in a mix. Someone who does not own one and play it with a band I can only assume. I been meaning to get el34s next but the JJ kt77s keep on going. Preamps are already gone, some went microphonic and some just made the amp sound like fuzz. Those were tad tubes, maybe chinese or some cheap russians.

[@ianfield-richards228]

You had me at playing the Kings X riff. Kudos.

[@josephland8649]

Forget about the check, we'll get hell to pay! Have a drink on me🍺

[@mark_iic]

Awesome video! Both amps sound amazing. If I had to choose one, I would go with the Diezel VH2, it can give this low-gain crunchy tone, as well as the super aggressive roar without compromise. Let us know which amp you kept!

[@ZachWish]

I actually ended up selling them both and picked up a Friedman BE-100 Deluxe. I've been playing Friedman amps now since 2013 and it just feels like home base to me. The Diezel is so killer but I'm just really used to the Friedman. I always wished the original BE100 had a little bit more low end and had a better, less sterile clean channel that could break up. The BE100 Deluxe solved those two issues for me. However, the Diezel also does both of those things, so at that point it just comes down to the voicing & feel. Would love to keep them all, but I'm a one super nice amp at a time kind of guy. Thanks for watching!

[@mark_iic]

Zach Wish the Friedman is surely awesome. Like you said both are excellent amps.

[@chanceterrill5346]

@@ZachWish would you say the deluxe sounds a little bit more raw than the be100 in this video? I have listened to a couple of ur be100 Deluxe videos actually almost all of them I think and I think the deluxe sounds a little bit more open and less refined in a good way, it's like it's got just a little more of a natural open raw sound. Do you find this to be the case or am I completely wrong LOL

[@camai75]

Both sound just fantastic, but as much as I love the compression of the Diezel, that Friedman is just over the top AMAZING.

[@ViktorLundberg]

I've been wanting a demo of the VH2 like this for a while. Top notch dude, so great to hear people play in a way that really captures the sound of the amp. A really thorough job and well captured too :)

[@ZachWish]

Thanks a bunch! I thought Diezel's own VH2 video sounded so good that I bought it based on that video. I'm always checking out so many demos that it's nice I could contribute for once. I feel like you can really tell a lot about the character of an amp just from a few simple chords when it comes to higher gain tones. I checked out your music by the way - really great stuff!

[@ViktorLundberg]

@@ZachWish Oh wow thank you so much :) I really appreciate the kind comment! And keep up the good work.

[@Disponibilidad.Musical]

Comparativa AMP: Rasgueos 4:12 Friedman BE-100 0:04 Diezel VH2

[@billthompson3236]

The Diezel sounded better on Drown, but that makes sense because Billy used Diezel amps for a little bit.

[@tomnowak5610]

For me the Friedman wins. Cleans up nicely as well. Really enjoyed your playing! Keep the videos coming!

[@ZachWish]

Thanks a bunch. Definitely want to make more vids. I just snagged a BE100 Deluxe that is a monster. Will try to make something with that.

[@lordgraga]

Rounding off with Opeth = good call.

[@ZachWish]

Love those dudes! Thanks for watching.

[@Rooster7six]

You got a new subscriber. 🤘 Great playing!

[@ZachWish]

Thanks a bunch!

[@Rooster7six]

@@ZachWish so which did you decide on? In the video they sound so similar, I'm sure in the room it's a whole different animal.

[@ZachWish]

@@Rooster7six I've still got them both at the moment. I'm recording two records so I'm using a mix of both. I'm currently leaning towards the Diezel. In the room, it just has a much bigger sound than the Friedman. The BE100 is a bit more polite, softer under the fingers, and sounds polished, but the Diezel just sounds huge. One of my bands is a trio so I think the Diezel will fill out the space at bit more in live performances. I also really like the clean channel on the Diezel. When you crank the gain, it sounds very similar to a JCM800 with a big BOLD sound. So we'll see in a few weeks where I'm at.

[@Rooster7six]

@@ZachWish I've played a D-Moll and loved it. Currently I have a Mesa TC-100. it's an amazing amp.

[@ZachWish]

@@Rooster7six Would love to check out both of those at some point as well.

[@woodchucksquirrel]

Jealous of the paint job on that Silverburst. Great playing!

[@ZachWish]

Right on! Thanks very much.

[@mhoff7722]

I would sell all of my furniture first just to keep both lol.

[@ZachWish]

Yes. This is the correct answer.

[@mhoff7722]

@@ZachWish 🤣🤣🤣 🤘🤘🤘

[@GuitarsAndSynths]

true just sit on cab for the furniture needs, right? A guitarist has to have the needs met.

[@draper858]

I prefer the Friedman but both are nice maps for sure.

[@rrguitar1]

Id sell my asshole to have those

[@indisguiseFUCK]

Diezel for me! While both are certainly great amps, I love the rougher and "wilder" tone of the VH2.

[@surf247365]

Both have something great to offer, put both together in a stereo rig. I’m sure the neighbors be ecstatic!!

[@magusking9215]

Great video , playing and choice of riffs - I was glad to see some love for the SP gem "Drown" and Opeth. Right now I'm fantasizing on a slightly different pair of amps for my metal and rock demos : Hagen and BCE Deluxe 100 The plan is to get both this year and take my demos to the stage of final product. All the Guitar Center shops where I got to try the Friedman had the same Orange cab though - still killer but I'm gonna have to try and chose the right cabs - If I get a used Rockerverb 100 with the Orange cab I'll be able to try all try brands combination. There I've formulated my 2021 absolute goal.

[@GuitarsAndSynths]

Very cool- great amps. Subbed. I have a 6505 but need to get an attenuator for it. Right now been comparing amp models and cabs with modelers to find my next amp. Diezel and Friedman great amps but super expensive.

[@ZachWish]

Yeah, definitely pricey. I love 6505's though. I had a Splawn Quickrod 100 once that was pretty similar to the Friedman and found it used for around $1,100 or so.

[@GuitarsAndSynths]

@@ZachWish sold the 6505 when lived in small apartment and just this week picked up a Bogner Uberschall Twinjet since I moved into a larger home studio that affords me option to once again play a loud big tube amp. Uberschall is great. Would love a Friedman, Diezel, Soldano and JP2C to complete my arsenal one day.

[@adam614ce]

Dude keep BOTH amps! Also I gotta learn that classic rock riff at 2:35, but can’t think of the name of it and it’s killing me? Great demo!

[@ZachWish]

Thanks! That's "Have a Drink On Me" by the one and only AC/DC.

[@adam614ce]

@@ZachWish Lol my mind was drawing a blank, thanks man!

[@jtaylorbr]

Nice Smashing Pumpkins :)

[@ZachWish]

Right on! Thanks for checking out the video!

[@davidoliva2348]

@@ZachWish What is the name of this Smashing Pumpkins song?

[@ZachWish]

@@davidoliva2348 "Drown." I also just put out a video with the new Billy Corgan signature amp from Carstens Amplification if you're interested: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fIvVmYicgdWdm5I

[@JaviAltonaga]

Friedman just got me always!

[@athomeforpeace]

What speakers (cab 2x12) would you recommend for the Diezel VH2? I'm hesitating between the G12h75's you have on your Suhr and the classic V30's highly advised by Peter Diezel? :) Nice and clean play btw! Thanks

[@kschott425]

Yes!! 🤘😝🤘 Good to see you finally okay Brother! But you know as well as I do... both amps will be gone and there will be more great amps!!! 🤣🤣

[@Young_Street_Music]

VH2 sounds killer, nice demo of both. Can they both really do bedroom volume without an attenuator?

[@ZachWish]

Thanks Todd! Yeah both of these amps have great master volumes. I think the Friedman does the super low volume thing a bit better, where the VH2 can feel a little bit stiff at low volumes, but it's a bit stiffer of an amp in general. The Friedman has that easy breezy compressed Marshally thing going on and the Diezel has that BIG, monstrous raw thing. Thanks for checking out the video!

[@Young_Street_Music]

@@ZachWish Thx

[@Young_Street_Music]

@@ZachWish What cab (open or closed back) and speaker are you using.

[@ZachWish]

@@Young_Street_Music Full signal chain in the video description. It's a Suhr Pete Thorn 2x12 Cab - closed back with Creamback 75's.

[@Young_Street_Music]

@@ZachWish Ah yes it is. Dig your bands sound BTW. Gasoline rocks.

[@susurroband]

There is nothing better than a diezel

[@stevewilson9778]

The Diezel sounds meaner than Hell and it cuts like a razor blade. In the same vein as a Mark series amp, but in its own way. Doesn't seem to have the harsh mids of a Mark but instead has more of a high end brightness. This is not a criticism. The Mark V is my favourite amp ever, but the sound of that Diezel is an incredibly close second.

[@kristijanujevic8459]

Diezel amps clean up so nicely when you roll of the volume, nothing comes close.

[@davidgerlach1132]

True. Unlike most Herbert users, I set my master and volume to unity gain, usually 12 o'clock, then adjust channel gain as needed. Herbert CH2 really shines when you crank up its master volume, get closer to a Plexi feel without boost switch engaged.

[@1thess523]

I listen to quite a few Japanese melodic punk bands that have a similar guitar sound and it's usually a Diezel

[@byronh77]

Great tones from both, but I’m partial to Freidmans amps, so versatile

[@RicardoGarcia-xw4bj]

Wow I live the smashing pumpkins armonies love it

[@peevee605]

Thanks dude. I doubt anyone writing in the thread would go wrong with either one of these monsters. Hell, why don't y'all buy one of each? :))

[@francescobaraldi8220]

Great tone as usual 😜

[@aclstrat]

Suhr Cab?? With DogMan! Killer dude

[@ZachWish]

Thanks man!

[@topfloorstudio2684]

I'm going to buy a VH4 but I'm a little worried about the 5 year warranty and the fact that a lot of guys have had the head go down on them........ I'm willing to risk it however for channel 3

[@1thess523]

I like the Friedman a little better, the Diezel has a bright high-end and the Friedman is well rounded at least to my 👂

[@ecscottindiana]

@Jennifer Maple It's more about what harmonics show up. Yeah, you can EQ it, but you can't EQ in harmonics that aren't there to begin with, or in this case, you can't change the higher-frequency character, just turn it up and down with the high bits of an EQ

[@kingpriapatius5832]

I've used VH4 in the past, and it was fantastic. In my opinion, the second channel of VH2 has l e s s gain than the third channel of VH4. I think D-Moll is better for metal than the VH2, although I enjoy the sounds you made in this video.

[@tonstudiometzingen]

I love your playthroughs, well done recording! I´m glad you didn´t use IRs but get a nice sound out of micing a cab! How do you like the suhr cab with all the different amps? Did you went also through as many cabs as amps on your tone journey?

[@ZachWish]

Thanks! My main cabs are a Marshall 4x12 with Creambacks and V30s and an EVH 4x12 with V30s but those are at my practice space. The Suhr 2x12 is a great sounding cab, but I usually keep it at home for recording. I've had a few cabs over the years, but generally a Marshall 4x12 is good enough for me. I tend to like Greenbacks, Creambacks, and Vintage 30s. Thanks for checking out the video!

[@Giantsbran1227]

@@ZachWish hey old comment but how did both of these amps do at home volumes? I’m talking like 75-85 decibels. Do they still sound great or should I just buy a modeler?

[@Young_Street_Music]

@@Giantsbran1227 I recently got a VH2. I can play nice even lower...say 60s decibels. Clearly sounds better in the 80s, but I can play while others are asleep and it still sounds great.

[@opiateofthemasses]

Just use both and blend them. Best tones are combos of complimentary amps.

[@biebiekei3798]

Both are great amps there is no winer it depends on your style, I would choose the Diezel but I know Friedman is great as well.

[@fattysworld1905]

I’ll subscribe to any guitar player that plays Drown!

[@FastRedPonyCar]

Cliff notes: Diezel - Untouchable lower mids. Friedman - Untouchable upper mids. Guess which one gets left in the dust on stage?

[@diezelvh4133]

100% not true. Come stand in front of my diezel and marshall while the band bangs as hard as they can. If you up the mids on the diezel it's untouchable in every way imo. The perfect low end doesn't mean there is not upper mids. It'll rip your freakin head off.

[@FastRedPonyCar]

@@diezelvh4133 Just speaking from my own experience. The guitar player in an old band I was in had an Einstein and Herbert both (at different venues with the same closed back 4x12 w/V30's) on stage with a modded JCM800 and the 800 just sat much better in the live mix. It didn't have the low end grind and grunt that the Diezels had nor the clarity in the bottom end but the bass player seemed to occupy that space well enough to the point that the JCM's upper mids punched through the noise on stage in a way that neither Diezel could. I'm not saying they can't get loud enough to be heard but there's a big difference I heard between just being loud decibel-wise and occupying a space in the the overall noise soup on stage that made the 800 easy to hear and it was purely down to just a more prominent upper mid range that didn't have any other competing instruments/amps in that sonic space.

[@MrMojabo]

You ain't as broke as me. That for sure. I play a Nady through open back 2x12 laney cab, but use overdrive effects. 400.00. Definitely looks good though

[@changli4046]

Good job thank you!

[@notalkguitarampplug-insrev784]

Cab/mic make a huge difference... with the same it’s pretty hard to ear difference.. but I prefer the Friedman. More compression, softer

[@ZachWish]

That's how I'd describe the Friedman as well. Softer, easier to play, but they're both so good.

[@crimsonwring2723]

You almost had me up front…then you pulled out the early Pumpkins. Sold…

[@FelipeFariasRey]

Comparing the same riffs the Diezel sound thicker and more saturated, whereas the BE seems smoother and more defined. I'd choose de Friedman, although both are great at their thing.

[@TheJasonEstes]

I wanna see what you play with an SLO!

[@ZachWish]

Would LOVE to get one. That new 30 watt one looks sweet as well.

[@lespaul1648]

Great review and both amps sounded sweet. And I agree with you that the Diezel sounded a little more nasty then the Friedman. But this is coming frim a total Marshall fan. I had a similar situation with a JCM 800 and a Silver Jubilee. In the end I went with the Jubilee because to me it's more versatile. Plus the Jubilee has a little more gain on tap. Anyway...great video but I wish you would have plugged in that beautiful Silverburst! \^^/

[@ZachWish]

Right on! Thanks a bunch. I play the silverburst in a bunch of other videos. Check em out! Love that guitar.

[@ylmzmert]

Tasteful playing dude! I am seriously considering a Diezel VH2 , but I wonder something. Are these beasts capable of running 6L6 kind of tubes? Is there any switch behind the power tubes for bias switching between EL34/6L6. Any help appreciated, Cheers!

[@ZachWish]

Thanks! In regards to your question, I don't know off hand and I no longer have the Diezel. I don't want to give you any incorrect info, so I'd check with Diezel directly to be on the safe side. It's a great amp that sounded awesome with the stock KT77's if that's helpful. Thanks for checking out the video!

[@ylmzmert]

Zach Wish thanks for the reply man! I have kt77’s on my dual recto and they are outstanding, Tight, articulate like 6L6 and have the complex midrange like EL34. I just worry about diezel going to sound a little clinical/cold/sterile compared to my other amps. While you were trying out with friedman, did you notice something like that?

[@ZachWish]

@@ylmzmert The Diezel definitely wasn't cold or sterile in my opinion. I've owned an embarrassing amount of amps and Diezel was definitely one of my favorites. I think I went with the Friedman because I've been playing those amps since 2012 and it kind of feels like home base to me but that's just a personal preference. The Diezel was a ballsier, punchier amp than the Friedman and sounded bigger to my ears. It was just a tiny bit more stiff under the fingers but that's because the Friedman has a LOT of natural compression to it. I definitely don't think you'll think the VH2 is cold/sterile though.

[@ylmzmert]

Zach, after we talked, I got the VH2 and still love it. Came across these comments, and again thanks for your insights.

[@nuke1upgames913]

both great amps SLO 100 smokes em all. If i could pick three amps SLO 100 dont own this amp but my band member does so i get to play it5 days a week lol. Bogner Ecstasy 100 watt Tube Head with EL34'S Third amp would be a toss up either the VHt 4 or the Dmoll or the Friedman BE100 i really liked the vocing on the Dmoll i played at GC I know they have a New Mesa bark VII out never played that i ive only tried the mark V

[@fullmetalsal]

So which one did you end up keeping? :)

[@Simto]

Both sound amazing, but I prefer the Friedman. More my taste. More juicy

[@ZachWish]

Juicy is a really fitting way to describe the feel of a Friedman amp! Thanks for checking it out.

[@pclindholm]

Would it be weird to buy the Diezel specifically for the clean tone?

[@ZachWish]

If that's the tone you're after, I say go for it! I was super impressed with channel one of the VH2. Like a really fat/versatile JCM800.

[@spliffsperlunk]

What updates has your pre 2016 BE-100 had If you don't mind me asking ?

[@ZachWish]

It had a few mods done by Dave Friedman. Volume control for the HBE Channel, Voicing switch to go between the JJ voicing and HBE voicing when the SAT switch is engaged, structure switch added, and a footswitchable loop. Definitely a sweet amp. I actually just picked up a BE100 Deluxe that I'm recording with. Trying to make a video of that one too. Thanks for watching!

[@spliffsperlunk]

@@ZachWish Hey Thanks for the info!

[@peterglavanov]

Both sound brilliant in your hands 🙌 How is the Diezel’s fx loop compared to the Friedman’s?

[@ZachWish]

Thanks a bunch! Both FX Loops are great and I don't notice any difference between the two. My full pedalboard (9 pedals) was running in front of and in the loop of both amps when I switched between them.

[@roybuis7646]

Both sound great, i'm surprised at how similar they sound actually. But I do feel like the friedman sounds a bit muffled compared to the diezel. Almost as if the Friedman lacks some high end/clarity. Think I might buy the Diezel as my next amp haha.

[@ZachWish]

Yeah! Both awesome amps. I personally like the feel of the Friedman a tiny bit more than the Diezel, but I'd be happy with either. The Diezel is definitely a ballsier amp with more low end punch, but the top end is a little less refined. Live or in a mix though, it's just splitting hairs. Thanks for checking out the video!

[@roybuis7646]

@@ZachWish I love your videos man. My favourite amp demos on youtube. Furthermore i'm looking for a new amp that does the more modern metal sound really well. Think of the current live sound & latest albums of Metallica, Gojira, Judas Priest, Foo Fighters, Iron Maiden, Alice In Chains, etc. And I have Diezel, Friedman and Mesa/Boogie high set on the wish list. Not sure what to go for since non of my local musicstores sell those amps so can't try them out either.

[@kylecoffey6010]

​​@@ZachWishquestion, when you say you like the feel more is that a more immediate percussive type of feel? Curious my man? Keep up the excellent playing & content!!

[@heavymetal9330]

Diezel !

[@697said]

smashing pumpkiiiins

[@underpressureman]

Can I ask you, what differences are there, or do you find there is between the BE100 and the BE100 Deluxe? Is it mostly a matter of some extra features on the deluxe? Im thinking of springing for a Friedman so just trying to find out a few things. I think Im most likely going to get a BE50 or Be100 just not sure if I'll get a deluxe. The JJ 100 or 20 is on my radar too. Do you know if the JJ Circuit is very similar to the BE100, just with the extra JBE mod?

[@ZachWish]

Sure thing. I actually made a video that covers some of the difference here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qZXJn5h5iLiJo7s I think the biggest features that interested me were: 1) BE-100 Deluxe has the Plexi Channel from the Smallbox as a clean channel. I like a little grit in my clean tones, so I like the versatility of this channel. 2) Thump control on the BE-100 Deluxe for additional low end resonance if need be. 3) Master volume (system volume) on the front of the amp vs on the back on the original BE-100. 4) Response/Frequency switches on the front of the amp let you get real close to other models like the JJ-100 (also a killer amp). I'm not sure of the circuit difference between the BE channel of the BE-100 vs the BE channel of the JJ, but most of Dave's amps share a common DNA/feel/sound whatever you want to call it in my opinion. You won't go wrong with any of them honestly. So it's mainly about what features are interesting to you. Honestly, I don't really use any of the switches on the back of the Deluxe. The main things I wanted were the Plexi channel since I never play super clean, and the Thump knob so I could have lots of low end since my bands are kinda heavy. Hope that's helpful!

[@8bigtubes]

Has your BE-100 been modded? It looks like there's a mini knob in between the Treble and Master knobs.

[@ZachWish]

Yeah, Dave Friedman added an independent Volume Knob for the HBE channel, a HBE/JJ switch to have the option to change the voicing when the SAT switch is on for the HBE channel, and updated the amp with the current "structure" switch allowing you to set the BE & HBE channel for Low/Medium/High gain. They're both killer amps.

[@8bigtubes]

@@ZachWish Awesome. What mode were you on in the video?

[@ZachWish]

@@8bigtubes The BE100 was on the the normal BE channel with the structure switch in the highest gain position which is the standard gain setting for BE100's that don't have the structure switch.

[@jongonzalez6917]

Digging that guitar too!

[@ZachWish]

@@jongonzalez6917 Same! The Les Paul Custom has been my mainstay for a long time now but the Rock N Roll Relics is an awesome accomplice to that.

[@theartfuldodger935]

The winner? Marshall JCM 800 2203. Not the X, not the KK, the original.

[@13superdude2]

6:25 OPETH!!!

[@robertrogers7939]

What tubes are you running ? nTH have several variations.

[@obestertomas]

that’s the video I eas looking for ! I have option to buy both heads together under 4k .. wanna run them together.. could you maybe do a video with both at the same time ? it could be best video ever ! :)

[@ZachWish]

Woah buddy, that would be an impressive rig. I need to grab another cab from my practice space, but I'll see if I can rig something like that up.

[@obestertomas]

Zach Wish hope you can show us video like that.. also, you really had cranked master on friedman like 1 o’clock if i See that correctly where on vh2, channel volume around 3 o’clock but master quite low.. I suppose the vh2 is much louder right ? I have read on diezel forum that their master volume pot starts to saturate sound after 1’clock on master volume pot.

[@ZachWish]

@@obestertomas The Friedman has a Return Master Volume control on the back of the amp. This acts as an overall Master Volume if you have loop engaged. I had it at about 50%. They're both 100W amps, so there's no shortage of volume, but the Diezel is a bit less compressed than the Friedman so it feels like it's a bit louder and more in your face.

[@mohawkbear8768]

This is a killer demo. Loved the pumpkins riffage. Which one do you prefer?

[@ZachWish]

Thanks! I really dig both of them so it's hard to say. The Diezel has this really big, raw thing going on that feels a little bit punchier/stiffer, while the Friedman has more of a polished, compressed, super greasy, easy under the fingers kind of feel to it. It's tricky describing tone, but it's hard to go wrong with either.

[@ogunhe]

He had the Silverburst in frame...#NoDiezelForYall #LeftHanging

[@philsmith3019]

Was that the HBE channel on the Friedman?

[@ZachWish]

That was the regular BE channel.

[@amritjanardhanan]

STEREO

[@ZachWish]

This is the right answer haha! Thanks for checking out the video!

[@keithferris9574]

Dogman!!!

[@joshuadillon4396]

What do you think of Friedman Small Box ?

[@ZachWish]

Great amp! One of my favorite Friedman amps. Love the layout. Thanks for checking out the video!

[@ziggy821]

Like the Friedman more a tad bit, really close

[@ZachWish]

I felt the same. They both rule though! Thanks for checking out the video!

[@Bognerman14]

Diezel baby

[@HiHello-ku1fl]

Hmm that's a tough one. My first instincts were to say the Diezel sounded more brutal and the Friedman more refined. Diezel a little nastier somehow which I love....has character. Not sure it's close but that was what came to mind instantly. I'd go with the Diezel for some reason.

[@HugoWelti]

What's up with the doublecut guitar's neck pickup placement?

[@ZachWish]

Quote from the builder about the placement, "Main reason is to keep a solid piece for the neck joint for strength and tone. It seems to get a better tone in this position as well. Too close to the neck always sounds too muddy and loses it’s charm in my opinion."

[@RezaMatix]

what's that first guitar?

[@ZachWish]

Yo! It's a Rock N Roll Relics Thunders Custom II. Super cool guitars. Actually made a video about that one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/roesdKirrsqKa8U Hope you're doing well man!

[@GuitarsAndSynths]

I like the Friedman tone better than the Diezel.

[@travissandersasbuttshitjac1458]

Man that diesel has some gain

[@draper858]

U played 3/4 0f the clip on deizel, but be100 is just so much better to my ears.

[@FR01Z]

like for playing pumpkings

[@jonkuenning]

Which did you keep?

[@BKJ-88]

What kind of guitar is that double cutaway?

[@ZachWish]

It's a Rock N Roll Relics. I've actually got a video on it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/roesdKirrsqKa8U

[@BKJ-88]

Zach Wish thanks!

[@brandonbryson3317]

Diezel amps sound a bit stiff and dark IMO. Still a great amp, but not my preference. I def prefer the Friedman.

[@LucasGonzalez-du9qd]

Heaviest amp out there baby :P

[@bodielancaster3342]

What is more worth the money the vh2 or the vh4?

[@ZachWish]

The VH4 is worth a good bit more. It's got a lot more going on in terms of 2 additional channels, 4 separate channel inserts, midi switching, etc. Both killer amps though!

[@brandonkeller478]

dat fried man be toight

[@peevee605]

I'd use them together. 🤣

[@bram2437]

DOGMAN!!!!!

[@ZachWish]

Yeahhhh buddy! Thanks for checking out the video!

[@cast390]

Diezel for sure. The Friedman sounds like an Ice pick in the eye.