Valeton GP 200 Follow Up - 6 Months on...

[@obelysk4209]

Bro said cradle down and trivium earned my trust immediately

[@PaulBondMusic]

Ha ha... I could tell you some stories....!!!!!

[@Wilkaholic]

I just got the Valeton go 200. My guitar playing used to suck but with the valeton, I sound immaculate

[@PaulBondMusic]

Ha ha - it's magic!

[@samizdat113]

I used to drag my Triple X and pedal board to practice. When I showed up to practice a little early with the power amp, hooked everything to the 4x12 I leave there and spent a few minutes fine tuning the prest I made at home. My drummer was like "bro, that sounds great". When the rest of the guys came walking in they thought I had been replaced by a doppelganger. But when we fit that first lick everyone had smiles on their faces.

[@PaulBondMusic]

I love the options that we have these days... we're SO lucky!

[@mysupersuperglide]

I also use a triple x. Does this have a similar sound setting? What power amp do you use?

[@samizdat113]

@@mysupersuperglide An old Randall RRM 2-120.

[@Marianoids]

Hey Paul, thanks for the follow up, I am so glad to hear you love it. I bought a GP200 about a year ago to replace an old Helix one and I'm extremely pleased with the purchase. It is a peace of mind to hear someone like you with so much knowledge and experience loves it and even consider it good enough to replace your own Kemper. All the best.

[@PaulBondMusic]

We are lucky in this day and age to have SO much choice. Technology today is amazing... All the best to you too. 😎

[@1972Georges]

Same here. Amazing little pedal for not so much money. I use this pedal in Stereo - sounds so good. Esxpecially when using some stereo effects. Im impressed. Play since 35 years. I only could dream of such a tool back in the day. I wish I had such a qualily sound when starting out at 16. my guitars / amps sounded horrible compared to what I got now....

[@CarwynHenigan]

Playing guitar for 32 years. I bought one simply because I was curious about all the positiive reviews. I figured something must be really cooking in the kitchen to get so many thumbs up. And at it's price point, wasn't concerned about trying it out. In summary, yes I agree, it totally pisses all over all other competing floorboard FX modellers. Even eats my Line 6 Helix and spits it out. I no longer use anything else. They are all redundant now. It is crystal clear, grunty and incredibly realistic with very low latency (unnoticeable), perfect also for live situations direct into PA using IEM's. Sounds absolutely amazing!! 10 out of 10

[@PaulBondMusic]

Thanks for that great feedback. I know that I must sound like I'm paid by Valeton, but I'm not. I'm just amazed that we can get these tones - SO CHEAPLY! We live in great times!

[@Tone-Quest]

Thanks Paul for the follow up, your review and insights are super appreciated. Keep up the good work.

[@PaulBondMusic]

Thanks I really do appreciate your comment. It spurs me on...

[@antant_1969]

Hi! I got the GP200 last summer, great (I got v-amp pro's with FCB1010, Digitech RP500, Zoom G5, Zoom G3xn, etc). Really great. Played lots of Line6's of friends, never liked any of them. I am so glad I chose JC120 for cleans and Soldano for higain and recently saw your video, saying the same thing, confirming my choice! Thanks for the great video and spot on tips and advice! You are so accurate, down-to-earth and road-proven!

[@christiancenturion101]

Awesome review, convinced me to get my first multi effects unit, and its amazing! Thank you.

[@PaulBondMusic]

Hope you still like it... I still use mine on pro sessions.

[@christiancenturion101]

Love it but I’m no pro lolz just appreciating this device

[@JonDeth]

I was already dead set on a Valeton but your review and professional experience validated what I could only conclude based from other online video sources and what I heard in them. I've listened to all the most popular units around ATM and was set on Valeton which sounds superior, but I was only going to get the GP-100 and will get the 200 instead. I barely use any modeler's pedals, amps, cabs and mics and even less of the time and depth based effects, but this has so damn many that I shouldn't go on the thin side. Technology is rocketing along and an entry level model won't keep me up to speed.

[@PaulBondMusic]

Thanks Jon - we are SO lucky these days with the choices that we have for such amazing technology. I still firmly believe that nothing comes close to the GP200 in this price bracket... OR in higher price brackets come to that.

[@gabriel_santana_86]

Hi Paul and thanks for your two videos on the GP 200, just great informative stuff!

[@PaulBondMusic]

Do you have one yourself?

[@SoloSi2024]

Great to hear the opinion of an experienced producer. I'm pretty sure you would only give credit where it's due!

[@PaulBondMusic]

I sure would. I don't get anything from Valeton... not even a thank you email ha ha. I just think that it sounds great and is brilliant value for money.

[@dant3964]

Hey Paul. Awesome review and I’ve now checked out your other videos and they are all great. Clear honest opinions from someone who has had plenty of experience and clearly knows what they are doing. I’m considering something like the Valeton GP200 based on recent gigging experience. Last year I bought myself the BOSS Katana Artist MKll 100W Head and matching 2x12 Waza cabinet. I also purchased BOSS’s GA-FC EX expression pedal which lets you switch between 8 preset channels + whatever is dialled in on the panel and you can also add remove effects to each preset on the fly. It’s a clever piece of kit but, a) I haven’t spent enough time using the software to really dial in my tones and it does tend to sound a bit thin compared to the other guitarist in the band b) They are both large/heavy bits of kit and I’ve been to a few gigs recently where our band have 5 or 6 songs and need to quickly get onstage and setup as the previous band come off. I’ve always played through an amp/cab and had that sound blasting out behind me. I’m wondering what your thoughts are on maybe switching to the Valeton which will make it quick and easy for me to take my sounds onstage. Also, I wonder if the Valeton would work through a passive guitar cabinet, (maybe I could try it through the BOSS cab)? Appreciate your help and keep these sort of videos coming. 🤘😎🎸

[@iamthekardynalsyn]

Love it!! Thanks again for your genuine comments, tips and insights. Got mine (the red version) a week ago and I'm loving it!

[@PaulBondMusic]

Enjoy!… remember to tweak the sounds for your guitar and taste 😎

[@Mordra]

I'm here for the Valeton review but your voice sounds great ! Any tips for recording/mixing audio for youtube ? 😅

[@cliffmelhuish]

I have just ordered the GP 200 LT version of this. This evening, I have been trawling KZbin trying to prepare myself for it's arrival tomorrow. I am so glad I found your channel. Your enthusiasm and positivity is very refreshing. Just about to check out your other videos. Thanks for sharing your time and experience.

[@PaulBondMusic]

Thank you.

[@matsn6777]

Was about to say the same about the enthusiasm so i‘m just leaving this. Thanks for the video, made my decision.

[@ESP77769]

My GP200LT arrives here tomorrow, also!! I'm sold on it, there needs to be more emphasis on how it works for interface/direct recording. It has a new firmware update out now, also!!

[@PrettyLittleDitty2089]

I purchased my GP200 just 2 weeks ago bcoz of your honest review. I came all the way from old school analog, then went to digital & I absolutely loved it.

[@PaulBondMusic]

Ahh that's great to hear. I can confidently say: You won't be disappointed.

[@fabianvasquezjr8852]

How's it hold up to Helix rack or Hx stomp? I've tried headrush, it didn't compare to the Rack for midi control and most importantly the sound I was used to, I tradi my stomp for a Reverend guitar so I'm in the market for a compact amp modeler thought about the headrush core but at $800 USD and the axe fx stuff is just as expensive Hx stomp xl is about $750 I'm looking at the core for $50 more and I can clone my amps with it, QC is $1600 I could buy 3 of those off brand boards just don't wanna get stuck with it if I don't like it or it don't stand up to the Hx algorithms that I am so used to.

[@DeskLazer]

@@fabianvasquezjr8852 he said he doesn't have any experience with the line 6 stuff in the video around the 8th minute.

[@kerrytyk111]

Hey I’ve just been thinking to buy it! Glad to find your video. Very nice content. Subscribed

[@PaulBondMusic]

Thanks for the sub!

[@Eddyvnhln5150]

So for signal chain out of the Valeton goes to what through what are you after that using a DAW OR DOES THIS GO STRAIT INTO YOUR STUDIO SPEAKERS. I use the Soldano SLO Neural DSP 99$ it’s awesome

[@PaulBondMusic]

So - you hear me recording through my Audio Interface and into my Digital Audio Workstation.

[@Eddyvnhln5150]

I believe you’ll love the Soldano SLO 100 Stand alone version by Neural DSP 99$ US once you discover the drop down menus of Artist sounds are amazing even the clean is off the hook

[@PaulBondMusic]

Hi mate - I'm sure that I'd be happy with the sounds, but I just can't cope with plugin/software amps... The slightest latency and it's over for me. That's not to take anything away from them... I know people love them. We use what works for us.

[@cc_1983]

This is a great to hear - an honest review and someone who has used it as part of gigs all over the place. Practical use and real proper use I think is often missed. Def considering one! How reliant is it on updates? I don’t have a mac or big Pc

[@PaulBondMusic]

Sorry it's taken a while to reply. In order to update, it HAS to be done via Mac or PC. It's super-simple as long as you know what you are doing. I'm sure you have a friend with a computer! Here's a link to my updating a Valeton video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aKbTamqbe552hNU

[@MrDavee1]

I run mine in stereo through a Harley Benton Thunder 99 pedal amp, into two single 12" speaker cabs with celestions. No cab sim, and it sounds glorious. Haven't fired up the JCM900 for six months. It's a real blessing not having to lug 20+kg valve amps around.

[@PaulBondMusic]

It's a game-changer isn't it!

[@ultrasoundscanning3469]

Using a couple of amps and 3-4 IRs....great advice!! Too much selection can be confusing. Find YOUR sound and go from there!! Great unit

[@PaulBondMusic]

100% People can get overwhelmed by too many choices.

[@antonyedwardson9900]

Hey Paul, pleased to report I still have mine and am still gigging it (ok it’s in a church but I still call them gigs!!). I was happy with the 1.2.1 firmware update and the new delays and reverbs, I’d still like the opportunity to stack 2 OD pedals into my favoured amp (the DC-30 clean) but have got by using an OD and a boost or occasionally a compressor, OD and then used the EQ block as the boost. I’ve just seen there is a v1.3.1 firmware but by the looks there is only 1 more drive pedal so I’m not going through the ball ache of updating it just yet! Glad your still happy with yours!

[@PaulBondMusic]

Glad to hear you’re still using it… I’ve not updated mine yet either!

[@NordicMeatShield]

I feel the same, it just goes into the effects loop of my 5150 now, not touched anything else since i bought the GP200 last year. nice review 😎

[@PaulBondMusic]

Yes - I used it for one gig in an FX loop and it was great!

[@GlenHyden]

I have the Helix floor the tonex the fractal, boss and digitech 2101. All collecting dust after I bought the Valeton.

[@melodyinwhisper]

The valeton gp200 and the boss me90. Both have lots of hands on controls, which is exactly what I like. Both sound amazingly good. The boss is more like a pedal board; 2 or 3 or 4 parameters for each effect, nice and simple and incredibly effective. The valeton has more options, but still way fewer than a line6 or Kemper. I can fit both units in a backpack, and I've pretty much got any possible thing I'll ever need without deep dive menus.

[@PaulBondMusic]

I agree with all of the above. I find that I naturally gravitate towards the Valeton (with the connected software) because it's SO quick and easy to dial in a great sound. Quicker than my Kemper which I also love and WAY quicker than the Tonex who's software I don't like at all quite frankly.

[@themicdfiles1865]

Dave Schools...Alembic bass. The bass patches on the Valeton GP200 are awesome. For the price, what’s to lose? I love mine. The monitors are something I’m looking into. I’ve been using it through my MacBook M1, Rodecaster Pro, and then my studio speakers or one of my amps. I don’t believe I have come close to exhausting the possibilities. You’ve got the built in tuner, I can mic an acoustic and run it through the valeton. The drums are not over the top, but they’re cool. You also have the looper and the pedal...it’s an amazing tool and the price is so low for what you get. You’re 100% correct in saying buy this thing! It’s been a game changer for me.

[@PaulBondMusic]

Good to hear your thoughts… it seems we are in complete agreement.

[@teng.youtube]

loved your reviews for Valeton GP 200, just wondering, if there is a bass IR, can I use my regular guitar to get the bass sound? I was thinking to put bass and riffs in the looper while I play lead

[@PaulBondMusic]

You COULD use your guitar with an octave pedal on in order to emulate a bass. Not perfect, but it would work.

[@joshiprabhas]

i have a helix LT, and the other guitarist in my band has valenton gp 200. But the thing is, I am able to dial in very very good tones in my helix and I don't think I will ever use anything else

[@PaulBondMusic]

I'm a firm believer that "If it ain't broke - don't fix it". Just make great music!

[@jeanguion3223]

When I first got the gp200 I was a little unimpressed out of the box , into a high quality set of IEM . After a couple of months , I began really digging at it and demanding what I wanted from it, it does deliver...First and foremost, you must get the onboard global EQ set to taste...after getting all 4 parametric bands set, and getting the hi and low cut cuts set , all of the amp sims sound pretty great....I think from the factory the global input preamp volume is also a little too hot....I have found the amp sims are more of snapshots ,rather than simulations. They don’t maintain a feel or sound very far off from the 50% they come programmed at...However, they do allow a lot of tweaking into what could be mod territory of those amps, which I kind of like..the effects are passable, but honestly could use more tweakabilty...Overall I must agree , that after proper set up , the Valeton stuff sounds and feels really good, and I have become very happy to be its owner...

[@PaulBondMusic]

Yes - you have to get your hands dirty with this device, but if you do, it really starts delivering. I love the computer interface... It makes shaping your sound a breeze.

[@takmoon]

Totally agree with you.After about over 6 months of weekly pub gigs, the most important thing was the adjustment of the global EQ. High cut and low cut are necessary as well as other EQ corrections. Compared with other high-priced Multi effects, the delay Mod and reverb series may be related to the chip, and there is a gap in quality. But in terms of live performance, the difference is not very big. But its ease of operation is great and intuitive. Honestly at this price point there is nothing to complain about.I hope Valeton can launch higher-end products in the future

[@jakeboynz]

Would you still recommend this pedal in comparison to some of the others on the market? Cheers Jacob

[@PaulBondMusic]

I honestly would. There are other options, such as the more compact Boss pedal, but for the money, I still don't think this can be beaten for features and importantly: ease of use!

[@gkott78]

I have a slew of high end tube amps and most of my analog pedals on my board cost more than the gp200. I picked one up as a practice tool for headphones and opened it last night. I spent about 5 hours straight playing and smiling. It's good, really good. I agree, strip it down to the amp and build from there. I certainly found sounds I didn't like at all, but so many I did. I'm really enjoying this and plan to use it for recording soon. Great value for dollar that's for sure.

[@PaulBondMusic]

I still use mine to this day on pro sessions. Still very happy with it.

[@iloveitall]

Guys, this is such an credible and honest interview, that I really had to cry! What a honest man is speaking the pure truth there! The Tone X is crap! Please believe the Lord of Tone whereas the chinese overpriced no-name crap is gold. Yeah tone gold! Just as the real amp. No! Wait! ... Better in every way! Oh god, I played Bobby Brown on it and it was phantastic! Yeah!

[@PaulBondMusic]

Thank you for your effervecent reply 😎

[@ymelfilm]

Yes, but how is Valeton's pitch shifting quality?

[@PaulBondMusic]

If I ever use pitch shifting, I only ever use ocatves and it works a treat.

[@arghyabakshi85]

What about the build quality of this product? The meterial used here is good or cheap?

[@PaulBondMusic]

Good question - GOOD! ... metal chassis and very solid. I've taken one on a couple of tours, so know it's tour-proof!!!

[@russmills5103]

The problem with Tonex is the amp sims they package it with are crap. I have used Tonex to create models of my amps and I love it. That said, it is strictly an amp in a box. You have peaked my interest in the GP 200, and at that price it is really hard to go wrong.

[@PaulBondMusic]

Yes - I think you are right about the Tonex patches! I've just done a new video where I do a shootout between the GP200, Tonex, Kemper and Boss IR2.

[@samizdat113]

I bought mine after witching your review/demo. I love it. I'm thinking about getting a second so I can run dual rigs and link them via midi. But then I would have to learn midi 😆 🤣 😂

[@brunocerovac9690]

Down and COF !? Brilliant, you must have some great stories. Thank you for professional review. If you wouldn't mind answering one question, I'm a bit noob on this topic. Do I need further amplification after GP200, like powered speakers or amp head?

[@PaulBondMusic]

You wouldn't believe the stories I have! ... but they can only be told over a beer in a dark pub somewhere 😜 So - this is a common question. SO common that I should do a video! For studio, no... you can record straight into ProTools/Logic etc etc. Live is a different story. You need something called a FRFR cabinet, or a small PA system. I have both, so WILL do a video at some point describing the pro's and cons.

[@chatter7653]

Ok this has got me curious to wonder if I should audition one to see how it compares to my Positive Grid Spark which I like a whole lot…

[@IchBinEinBerliner_ButNotOnly]

Hello Paul, thank you for this video. I am not a profi at all, but this is perhaps interessant for some of you guys : i love my GP 200 LT and i love my Tonex pedal. Since i think the Tonex amps sound a little bit better, i am putting the Tonex in the loop of the GP 200. In this way i have some pedals in front of the Tonex amps, and the time based ones after it. It is working very fine. A lot of combinations are possible. Both are sitting and alimented on a small board, very easy to transport.

[@PaulBondMusic]

I want to put the Tone-X against the GP200 and see which I prefer.

[@waymoresound4875]

Where are you from? Seems like you could be Dave Murray's brother. Very similar delivery snd mannerisms. Great video

[@PaulBondMusic]

Ha ha - thank you Waymore. He's not a relation... not that I know of... but we're both Brits.

[@waymoresound4875]

Thanks, I actually bought one based on your vid and yes 'it pisses over most the other gear I had" at a steal of a price .. lol

[@SavinovFilms]

It's a pleasure to listen to you, Paul! Now I'm going to pick up my valetom gp-200, after your review! Thanks!

[@PaulBondMusic]

Great stuff - regardless if you got it or not, I hope you're making some great music. 😎

[@kylescouten8515]

I'm having such a hard time making a good metal tone with the Valeton. Can you please do a tutorial for some moder metal sounds?

[@PaulBondMusic]

Yes - I've had a few requests for this. I'm not really a metal player, so you'll have to forgive my chops when I eventually get around to it!

[@jayman607]

choptones has very good sounding ir's for the valeton 200/200lt

[@mrjonnyburkecovers]

This is on my to buy list. I never bring my amp home after practice so rarely get the time to fiddle with settings. I'll be able to work at home on this and perfect my tone!

[@pixelninja666]

Thanks for a nice review Paul. I've had mine for 6 months now aswell. Its served me well, but I have a couple of niggles with it. Mainly the chorus effects aren't doing it for me.. They work, but I cant get that lush Boss pedal tone. My biggest gripe is the volume pedal.. I don't know if its down to the noise gate, but it's either on " or" off ".. There seems to be no gradient to it. I was going to switch over to a boss me 90 when they release, but given your glowing review and the fact you are clearly a very experienced musician I will persevere with mine and certainly look more at the Soldano amp... Thanks

[@PaulBondMusic]

Thanks for the comment 😎 It sounds like the volume pedal has not been setup right in the settings section, because it should work perfectly. I’ve been thinking about doing some bite-sized vid’s about this kind of thing. Interesting to hear your thoughts on the chorus. It’s not an effect that I tend to use, so good to read your comment. I’ll check this out and get back…!

[@pixelninja666]

@@PaulBondMusic thanks Paul. You are right about the Soldano amp.. Its brilliant. I will have a look at the volume settings

[@TalosIO]

I'm active on the Valeton GP200/100 page and have posted a chorus patch in the files section called 57-C GP200PretVoxyCH which you might like :)

[@stanleykai606]

Hi can i know if u do accept students for guitar classes?

[@PaulBondMusic]

Hi Stanley - yes I do... probably best to contact me via FB at PaulBondMusic

[@dkmlife565]

Hey Paul!! Thanks so much for both reviews. You really helped me make the move to the unit and I love it!! Please go into settings!! I look forward to it!! And again, thank you!!

[@PaulBondMusic]

Thank you for your positive feedback! I can confidently say: You WON'T be disappointed ! All the best

[@AlexB-Music-UK]

Hi Paul, after watching this and the original review i’ve ordered the GP200, you had me fully convinced when you said it replaced the Kemper and when you said you would use it for a War of the Worlds show. I enjoyed the video too, very well presented and kept me interested all the way through. Happy to subscribe!

[@PaulBondMusic]

Thanks Alex - I do appreciate your comments.

[@thesethreekings]

Probably going to get this pedal based on this video. What a great presentation. They really should start sending you free stuff! Subscribed 🎉

[@franjosliar8794]

Hi, with this board, is it possible to get a good bass sound if you use your guitar. I want to do loops with my guitar and switch to a bass sound realistic as possible. Thanks!

[@bsaj1]

Have you looked at the Donner Arena 2000?

[@PaulBondMusic]

I haven't - that looks pretty good too.

[@angrychivafan]

How does this compare to the Line 6 Pod Go?

[@PaulBondMusic]

I would have to say that there is no comparison! The Valeton is in a different league. Demo a unit if you can.

[@gabriel_santana_86]

If you could be bothered to do a third video on the unit: I'd like to use it in the 4 cable method with a tube amp that has an effects loop. I'm asking myself if the boost pedals in the unit would "push" the front end of a tube amp properly. Also, the GP 200 has a global eq with a high cut option that could help in cutting out the high end hiss of a bad speaker. But would that work in the intended way in the 4 cable method? The GP 200 really is a special unit because it has warm sounds although it's digital, and to my ears it sounds as good as the AXE Effects FM9. But that's 4 times the price. Cheers!

[@PaulBondMusic]

Several people have requested the same, so I should get around to doing a video on this. I have SO much on at the moment, but I WILL do one... eventually!

[@martinisurfers]

Hi Paul. Thanks for your info. I am really IN LOVE WITH THIS PEDALBOARD. But the only handicap for me is that, many people, told me it doesn´t have SNAPSHOTS. And my only two questions are; Do you think snapshots are neccesary? And… when I change from one PRESET to ANTOHRER ONE.. Is very evident the latency???? PLEASE. HELP ME. That´s my only fear As you can suppose, I want it for playing LIVE. And I´m really, really worried about the points I told you. I´d really appreciate your opinion. Thanks and receive a great, great hug from Barcelona (Spain)

[@PaulBondMusic]

The question of the 'lag' between switching patches comes up a LOT, so you have inspired me to do a video... Watch this space! What I can tell you is that I have used this unit on 2 live solo shows with the patches switching via MIDI and I don't really notice a lag. It's probably there, but is negligible.

[@martinisurfers]

@@PaulBondMusic Wowwwwwwww. great explanation and I trust 100.000 % on your opinion. Thank you very, very much for wasting your time to answer me. You´re very kind. love your channel. My best wishes.

[@PaulBondMusic]

I’m recording this video… Right NOW! Your comment inspired me 😎

[@PaulBondMusic]

@@martinisurfers - Here's the video for you... kzbin.info/www/bejne/d4iuh4aLgJuiirc

[@martinisurfers]

@@PaulBondMusic Ohhh greatttttttt..... You are very kind,friend. Thousand and thousand thankssssssss. SUPERBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBB

[@daniloberserk]

The only downside for me is the lack of a configuration to make presets change on press instead of press/release. I hope valeton updates to add this function!

[@PaulBondMusic]

Others have commented that using a separate midi controller does this, but it rather defeats the object of having such a compact, all in one unit.

[@TheImageDoctor]

Thanks for this follow-up video. I just purchased a GP-200 as an upgrade to my good ole Zoom G1Xfour mutli-FX pedal. Can't wait to see what this thing can do !!!

[@PaulBondMusic]

Did you notice an improvement in tone?

[@TheImageDoctor]

@@PaulBondMusic the Valeton GP200 is vastly superior to the zoom G1Xfour in tone and most other respects - I was surprised how bad the rhythm / drums sound on the Valeton, I mean how hard is it to find good midi tones or samples these days ?!?!? Beyond that, the Valeton has replaced the zoom on my pedal board - in fact, I even built a new pedal board with the GP200 as the center piece - back to the question of tone, yes the Valeton GP200 sounds fabulous live and recorded 👍

[@Denden-mx9gl]

Philippines? were you here too when Cradle played here?

[@PaulBondMusic]

I was in The Philippines with Cradle about 10 or so years ago. Lovely people in The Philippines!

[@Denden-mx9gl]

@@PaulBondMusic oh that was a long time ago, I only watched them I believe it was around 2018 or 2019. BTW you got amazing vids, it would be lovely if you're not busy and make a video about making hi gain tones.

[@jimmiphaze5785]

Martin Barre in Jethro Tull used Soldano 100

[@PaulBondMusic]

I never knew that - thanks. What a criminally underrated guitar player!

[@mcstratele]

Hi Paul Will the gp200 sound good direct to fender amp (twin reverb) what cable connection would sound best . Thanks. Michael

[@PaulBondMusic]

You probably wouldn't want to use the amp emulation bit of the unit, although you could, if you then tapped into the power amp section of your amp.

[@ShadowMantraSteve]

Great video thank you! Knowing that you've used this regularly in a professional context is really helpful! Do you know if it does signal splitting at all? I'm trying to work out if it can split a bass signal in two to do the classic dirty highs/clean low.

[@PaulBondMusic]

Sorry for the late reply... It doesn't do that out of the box, but there is no reason why you couldn't put a graphic eq pedal on each output and do it that way.

[@brianengelhart2474]

Great review! Your experience of gear and recording realy helped me for a secondary solo show and not taking biger and heaver gear. The only thing I'm worried is with an acoustic guitar if i can get that "Feel" and string ambiance sound.. Guess I'll find out. thanks for your imput.

[@PaulBondMusic]

Thanks Brian... Did you get one in the end?

[@jimmytrouser3143]

What's it like using headphones directly from the GP200 and from an amp for quite practicing at home, is it good with headphones and is it even worth putting it through an amp as it can model amps? Thanks.

[@PaulBondMusic]

I have to admit to not trying it with headphones yet. I will when I’m back in the studio… there is little need to put it through an amp because, as you say, it has all the amps built in. You COULD use it as an FX unit to integrate with an amp you have and love, but for home use… just whack those cans on your head and enjoy!

[@davebollon1306]

I had one for a month or 2. I play bass and bought it for that. I agree the sounds from the unit are good. But. It froze on me during 2 separate gigs. I had no trust in it after that so I sent it back for a refund. About which Andertons were fine. I bought a decent DI instead. Analogue. Much happier.

[@PaulBondMusic]

Thanks for the feedback Dave - Definitely a dodgy unit by the sounds of it. I've used mine solidly in the studio and on a few tours and it's never skipped a beat. As with any tech, things can go wrong.

[@georgewilkins4231]

Paul.. You may remember me. George. I had trouble with my right hand finger tip which caused trouble holding a pick. Now sorted thank goodness. I've been playing bluegrass acoustic guitar which I love.. I've not yet got the valeton gp200 but think I will based upon you're 2nd review. I like the connectivity it has.. Anything you review I'd be interested in. I've taught myself home recording but anything you can do about recording I'd watch for sure.. I've got a 4 channel audient interface with 2 JFET inputs on the front.. Rocket 5 monitors and beyherdynamic headphones open and closed back.. I use Mixcraft. Pro studio 9.. Always good to see you... Best wishes George..

[@georgewilkins4231]

Forgot to say I also play alot of electric guitar.. I just bought a telecaster... I've got the NU-X Amp Academy which is OK as its got 12 amp and choptone matching IR.. Enough overdrive EQ and Reverb but no modulation or delay and you use your own delay chorus pedals in an effects loop.. Kinda best of both.. Can also record via usb at 48.00 32 bit.. Or into interface.

[@PaulBondMusic]

Hi George - yes I remember... Glad to hear that your finger is better!

[@PaulBondMusic]

It looks good... I've never tried one... make some great music with it George 😎

[@georgewilkins4231]

@@PaulBondMusic paul Thanks for the reply. I run the amp academy into my in face via usb with IR switched on. Also I run it into 100 WATT power amp and marshal 2x12 celestion speaker cab.. With IR switched OFF. so can record (with IR on) and play with room speaker vibes (IR off) simultaneously.... The clean amp sim I use mostly is fender 65 reverb and the dirty amp sim is would you believe a Soldano.!! Love it.... The IR associated IR are choptones and are great.. Sometimes I switch the Soldano to a 4x12 celestion greenback IR.. Both are great. As you rightly say a small number of amp sims and IR are enough. No need to have 100's of speaker IR.. You just don't need it.. Good luck to you too....

[@johnnyburton4066]

Made my patches (4x for bass) I want to know how to assign them to a the Footswitch, A to D? Can you explain?

[@PaulBondMusic]

Did you figure it out? ... I always use the software with the Valeton connected to my Mac. You just save it to a patch ID e.g. 42-B

[@MarkHarrop]

I have the GP-200LT, and I love it. It can do almost everything that I need. Thanks for the video.

[@PaulBondMusic]

You are more than welcome.

[@1972Georges]

Fully agree! Such a great pedal for so little money. I play since 35 years and am still amazed by the quality of the sounds - especially the amps are state of the art. the Pedals could be better but over they are absoluetly usable. I use the GP-200 with 2 DV Mark Power Cabs. The Speaker Simulation off of course when using it that way. The stereo effects are amazing trough that setup. Realy gigable. Love it. Share the same feelings as you when talking about that medal. The Soldano. the Mesa Boogies, so many good amps in one box. I will be getting the new Fractal FM3 Turbo and already look forward the 2. There for sure will be some quality differences but I wonder how big they are...(sorry, english is my 3rd language).

[@PaulBondMusic]

Thanks George, I'd be really interested to get your thoughts about the Valeton vs the Fractal. Do let me know!

[@1972Georges]

@@PaulBondMusic I will. Will be a interesting comparison. The Tonex Pedal (!) must also be a very good unit for little money. So many options nowadays. 👍

[@nicolasaraistrujak208]

I like the Soldano on GP200 too, Id like to ask you some tips to how to dial up the 5150, for me it doesnt sound as good as the SLO, Id like some help to dial a Dumble tone too

[@PaulBondMusic]

The Soldano absolutely rocks! To be honest, For me, I've never liked the real 5150 amps!!! (I know - it's sacrilidge!). I was never able to get a pleasing sound out of them, but then again the amp is not aimed at someone like me. I'll have a little look into it... Meanwhile, try the amp called Flagman +2 as an alternative... it''s REALLY good for metal tones. I intend to do more video's dialing in different amp sounds for you to download.

[@RodrigoBelém]

Foi muito bom assistir esse vídeo. Foi um dos que me ajudou a comprar uma GP 200 LT. Estou muito satisfeito com ela. E, por coincidência (ou não) a simulação de amp que mais gostei e coloquei nos meus presets é do Soldano tb. Ficou lindo o som !!! ❤🎸. Um abraço do Brasil para você!

[@PaulBondMusic]

Fico feliz que você tenha achado meu vídeo útil. O Soldano absolutamente ROCKS! Fique atento aos meus novos vídeos que mostram como eu configuro sons a partir de uma configuração em branco. (Traduzido pelo Google)

[@pacovl46]

Ok that’s it. I’m gonna get one!

[@PaulBondMusic]

I can confidently say that you won't be disappointed!

[@pacovl46]

@PaulBondMusic if I will be, I'm gonna hunt you down! 🤪

[@johnfleet1854]

Hi Paul, great to hear the GP 200 is still up there. It would be great to try your presets ! Are you able to give any advice on getting the best tones straight in to mixer and powered speakers ?! Specifically, should we not use built in cabs (IR's) and what are best EQ settings ? Subscribed - great videos :)

[@PaulBondMusic]

Thanks for you comment and compliment… much appreciated! I ALWAYS use the built in IR’s… don’t tend to touch global eq… And very rarely patch eq either! I just use it like an amp and cab! I intend my next video to be about dialling in sounds that I like and letting you download them. That’d be fun. 😎

[@kaekayyy2554]

have you used fractal gear? try the FM3

[@PaulBondMusic]

I know Fractal gear is good and I'd love to pit it against the GP200 because I'm not sure it would blow the Valeton out of the water.

[@alexforget]

I bought a GP-100 (I think it got the same sounds but a bit less choice) The sound are good, but the reverbs doesn't sound as good as the ones from the hated zoom G1X pedal.

[@PaulBondMusic]

I have no experience with the GP100, but I should imagine that the core sounds are the same. I have never felt that the reverbs have let me down, but that said, I usually record dry.

[@alexforget]

@@PaulBondMusic I did a tear down of my unit. It use a 4$ processor. It's all software now. Be it valeton, or QuadCortex, there is only 20$ of active part in there. All units could have the same sound if they have the same software.

[@meyeame8956]

I agree the Soldano sim is awesome.

[@PaulBondMusic]

100%

[@Juicexlx]

I watched your 1st video on this unit & while you were going through the presets, I noticed ENGL-based ALX presets for Metal & thought: Oh, damn! These are patches for Alexi Laiho (Children of Bodom) rhythm riffs & lead solos, but you didn't try to play on these. Then, I watched a pro south American Metal guitarist (Charlie Parra del Riego) who plays Metal try one of those patches and yup! It's exactly what these patches are. SOLD!! Question: Have you tried the 4 cables method (through the amps' effects loop) to hook this pedal in a real valve amplifier? Say a valve Marshall?

[@PaulBondMusic]

Hi Juice ... I worked with Alexi and C.O.B. MANY years ago. WHAT A PLAYER! That style of music is not MY kind of thing, so I couldn't do it justice! Wish I could!

[@prabhasjoshi4407]

I don't think valenton gp 200 can beat the helix - bite me. I have a helix LT and im very happy with it

[@PaulBondMusic]

Glad you're happy with the Helix. I've never put the two against each other, but there's a massive difference in price. Nothing can touch the GP200 in this particular price range IMHO.

[@stevewilliams1122]

It’s a very good pedal. Not that easy to use as the instructions aren’t very good and not too intuitive but the sounds are really good. Mesa boogie is great on it

[@PaulBondMusic]

I ALWAYS use the Valeton software to play around with the sounds and I find it VERY intuitive... onboard menu's, not so much.

[@spkay31]

Thanks for the 6mo out review. This is really great because you use in both the studio and live settings and you are selling the sound of a small number of amps that you use heavily and evaluated just as an amp model. Just perfect review information. Now I'm getting mine.

[@PaulBondMusic]

Thanks for the compliment. I hope you are enjoying yours if you got it.

[@andrewbeaton6754]

Brilliant, I reckon this will be good in my collection

[@tattoofred]

Muchísimas gracias por tus videos, saludos desde España!! 😉😉

[@eliahou1958]

Hello Thanks for nice review, you're the one that decide me to buy it... You say that you plug it into your Apollo, do you put a preamp or a strip channel on the Unison port ? And any advice for an insert chain on the Apollo? In the meantime, I just put a Neve 1084, and it adds some punch, but will be very happy to hear your advices. Cordially

[@PaulBondMusic]

That is a GREAT question! I don't put ANYTHING on in the unison port and the reason for that is, that I like to make my final decision when mixing. I can always put some sexy Neve stuff on there if needed afterwards. I currently mix extensively with my SSL UC1, so put an SSL channel strip on everyting that I'm mixing. It works great!

[@MikeB_UK]

Dumb question from @2:46 in your video; Can you explain how kemper amp profiling differs from importing an IR file to the Valeton. I (wrongly) assumed the 2 things were pretty similar. Many thanks.

[@PaulBondMusic]

So - a profing system like the Kemper 'samples' an amp sound. So you can download the HiWatt that David Gilmour used on Dark Side of The Moon for example. It is a 'sample' of that actual amp. A modelling amp or amp sim, uses algorithms to make a sound-alike of a particular amp. Sometimes a profiler is better ... sometimes not. We have a lot of choices these days.

[@stevec2969]

Can you explain using the 4 cable method with the GP-200? I am trying to run my GP200 through a Mesa boogie with a serial loop and I lose the use of my master volume on the amp when I do. I think I may have the loop setting on the GP200 in the wrong place. Thanks

[@PaulBondMusic]

I personally never have the need for the 'four cable method', so I'm no expert on it. Did you ever figure your problem out? Do you use a Dual/Triple Rectifier? ... I know that there are many settings on the amp which can affect how the send/return system works.

[@stevec2969]

I did figure out what was happening. The gp200 loop was set to parallel, so the overall volume is controlled by the gp200, but the master on my amp was working, just not much change because i had the gp200 down too low. I’m using an express 5:50. It also has to do with the send/return volume on the 200. They come default at zero, so it needs to be adjusted accordingly.

[@rockvan7059]

It will be cool if you make a Video where you make some tones on the valeton. Thx

[@PaulBondMusic]

Hope fully you've checked out some of my other video's where I do just that.

[@jamesdeangelis1434]

Love your videos. I see you have an Acoustasonic. Any suggestions running in into a Valeton? What patches do you use for the acoustic sounds and the electric tele sounds? I love my acoustasonic but I can't figure out a way to get both sounds live. Thanks, Jim

[@PaulBondMusic]

Keep an eye on my channel... I will be using the Acoustasonic on the War of the Worlds tour 2025. I'll be doing a rig-rundown in the next few months, once I've finalised what my system will be, but it WILL include the Acoustasonic and The Valeton.

[@jesterraj]

hey still waiting on your solando patch.....dont forget!

[@PaulBondMusic]

I won't ... that's the fun one 😉

[@RoadhouseMike]

So great to hear your thoughts on the Valeton after 6 months. I've recently got the GP 200 and its got some amazing sounds in it. I'm still dialing things in but it blows previous multi pedals I've tried right out the water. Love the channel and looking forward to more reviews.

[@PaulBondMusic]

I totally agree... thanks for your kind words.

[@ymelfilm]

how is its pitch shifting quality? As a Virtual Capo?

[@ChilloChill]

Thanks paul. Helped in making an important decision. Will be buying this over the weekend

[@PaulBondMusic]

Did you get it in the end?

[@ChilloChill]

@@PaulBondMusic yup man got it... Download your presets. Created some of my own. This Unit is fun. But when I'm using the looper over drums then it's lagging. Not sure if it's my unit or a valeton thing

[@gazzaduce3424]

Hi Paul. So I got the GP-200 today and so far so good. How do I create an FX loop as I can’t see how to put delays etc in the loop. Can this be done on the device or do I need to download the software to do this?.Thanks

[@PaulBondMusic]

Just so that I can guide you... are you wanting to use your own existing delay pedal in conjunction with the Valeton?

[@gazzaduce3424]

@@PaulBondMusic I’m using it all on the Valeton and I won’t be using any of my own pedals. Thanks

[@RustyRandolph]

Hello Paul! Is there a community to share great tone-settings on the valeton? Prefer playing over tweaking.... thx

[@PaulBondMusic]

Not that I know of Rusty... I DO have some downloadable patches on some of my other videos though.

[@FrankHensen-k8r]

Thank you Paul for your videos. Question: are you using custom IR's with the Valeton? Can you recommend some good IR's? I'm playing (hard)rock

[@PaulBondMusic]

I have recently got some custom IR's. I don't get too crazily into worrying about it, but if you want to get some, I would recommend OwnHammer.

[@AndyWalkerOfficial]

since you’re a uk producer , do you know Gary Kemp ?

[@PaulBondMusic]

I've never met or worked with Gary, but I am aware of him. A much better guitarist than people realise!

[@jirosaves_theworld]

i was about forget this brand since seeing much youtuber review said it garbage but your 6 months experience made me think twice to consider especially seeing market place for this one!!

[@PaulBondMusic]

I'm 14 months in... and I STILL use this unit on professional recordings. It's amazing 😎

[@jirosaves_theworld]

thanks for follow up i would consider much about this product!@@PaulBondMusic

[@cam-inf-4w5]

Does it not have an xlr in? It would be great to not have to buy a vocal processor and one artist use this for bass, guitar, and vocal processing.

[@PaulBondMusic]

There's no XLR in... and only one instrument at a time.

[@kocherpm]

Very enthusiastic review! Have you done any looping with the unit? I'm a solo player and I'm trying to figure out if the Valeton GP200 allows looping guitar rhythm using one amp model/effects and then switching to another amp model/effects for solos and such.

[@PaulBondMusic]

I’m not a ‘looper’, but I’ll give this a go when I’m back next week and report back to you.

[@fredriksandegren1948]

Yes you can do that, you select Pre or Post for the looper. The only thing is that if you have it in Post you cut the looper time in half. Something to also mention is that the Undo/Redo button doesn't work on the looper.

[@kocherpm]

@@fredriksandegren1948 hey thanks for that information. I found the global setting but didn't know about the undo/redo limitation.

[@wtdty4z]

i think i will sale my boss n buy one... the amps are amazing

[@PaulBondMusic]

They sure are!

[@chrishalstead4405]

Why are you only on 2.9k subscriptions? Your informed commentaries are a breath of fresh air and are vastly superior to many hugely-subscribed reviewers

[@joelingojoelingo6560]

I’ll be ordering this. I’ve sen both your videos on this, I’ve never seen anyone so sincere about any product ever so I’m going for it. I was going to put a boss get 1000 on layaway and after hearing your review I can no longer justify the expense :) thank you.

[@TheSweezer]

You should just give me the Kemper. I am stuck in line 6 flextone world. :(

[@PaulBondMusic]

I'll do you a good deal! 😎

[@TheSweezer]

@@PaulBondMusic Twelve dollars is all I got.

[@ant1738]

Paul ... vocal recording techniques ?

[@PaulBondMusic]

Good idea 👍🏻