HOW CLOSE IS IT? Synergy SLO II Module

[@vincelupone]

10:42 I wonder if the "openness" you're talking about is more power amp related. I have a Synergy rack rig, and going from the very good Syn5050 to the amazing Mesa 2:90 it opened up the sound of the modules considerably. There's a demo out there from Michael Toren comparing the Syn5050 to the Fryette LXII, and you can hear it in the direct comparison. If the Synergy head you have there has a similar power amp to the Syn5050, it might very well be a difference in the power amp.

[@aaronshortmusic]

Love the Synergy stuff and it’s getting even better. I forget who introduced me to the system but they definitely knew what they were talking about!

[@EytschPi42]

Aaahhmmmm

[@BOTiTTE]

so it wasn't HP who introduced you to it i reckon 👁️👃🏻👁️

[@aaronshortmusic]

@@BOTiTTE It was!

[@BOTiTTE]

@@aaronshortmusic what a plot twist

[@aaronshortmusic]

@@BOTiTTE Yes. Wild!

[@charlesrocks]

I like the simplicity of the original SLO module. I think it sounds great, and while the sonic capabilities are limited, the SOUND it does produce is very good. It’s my go to module.

[@beautague9163]

Between my synergy and revv amps I can get all those insane sounds I never thought I could when i started playing guitar 20 plus years ago. Love this×

[@kempman9811]

@prox 12:00. The face when switching between the amps and no significant difference is heard: Awesome!

[@alexvandepas9336]

It's always funny to me how i can tell when Henning gets in the zone.... It shows if he thinks something is good and he enjoys it...

[@scottanderson6807]

“Mass, weight, size, that nothing else that I’ve ever played has." That is the biggest difference. Nothing sounds more monstrous in the room or on stage than the SLO.

[@Margilio5150]

Great video!! Sounds very very close, awesome work from Synergy & SOLDANO,!

[@paulmenard6219]

The SLO100 module is one of my favorites. Don't think i need this one personally but if you do not own the SLO100 module this would be a must buy.

[@daka4711]

Wow...really amazing, what this little box is doing. 👍🤘

[@SaySomethingWorthHearing]

As someone who mainly writes and records music, and as a Synergy owner, there is no way I can justify spending that much more money on something that will be completely indistinguishable and insignificant in a full mix. I have the original SLO module and it sounds incredible. A tiny bit of boost and you have a tight, punchy rock and metal machine. I have the finances to buy a SLO head, but I would get such little actual benefit or additional pleasure from it, I'd feel like a dick for buying it when I already have the Synergy module. For me, the Synergy setup is a gamechanger because the quality of the sounds live up to my expectations for album-worthy tones. Only thing I would consider adding to my Synergy setup is maybe one or two lunchbox amps with killer tones that don't have Synergy module equivalents. The PRS MT15 is one of those. I love the sound of that amp.

[@Nightjar726]

The Amp has a nicer open and vocal sound to it. The module sounds more compressed. Module is still good. But the amp is it.

[@zvirb]

Amazing kittens at the end!

[@tommywallberg]

Even the Soldano’s plugin is awesome 😮

[@vasotoe]

Setting up for this video was fun 🤣 also....that bottle!!!! 🤪

[@tiagoramalhais5493]

I was waiting for this for some time, after I got the Friedman DLX module it seemed logical they would deliver a two independent channel SLO module, when I get to order it I'll use the links.

[@GuitarQuackery]

I'm impressed.

[@Manley156]

Low gains and pushed clean on SLO's are absolutely killer.

[@vanessajazp6341]

Major envy for the Soldano head!!

[@han36solo]

That is very impressive!

[@xxdr34m5xx_4]

Live debate with Glen wheennn???

[@void_snw]

Nice one. We all know circuits aren't magic, but a synergy model necessarily needs to accomodate that circuit for its own poweramp. I'd imagine these high gain ones are easier for them to pull off since usually you keep the power amp entirely clean on these amps.

[@VanjaSpirin]

Synergy module sounds tighter and slightly better to me. I actually use NAM prophile of it.

[@myuncle2]

I am not a fan of Friedman guitars, but this one sounded great, probably your best sounding demo so far.

[@CorNigrum]

Cool, a real Soldano to compare to! What about some comparison with the Fryette and Bogner modules? I've got the SYN-50, it's good... But I don't really bother with comparing modules to the "real" amp as long as they sound like a great tube amp and bring me in the right ballpark. It makes sense for us Europeans who have free healthcare but less spendable income to invest in stacks of amps for playing in bedrooms. By the way, too bad Synergy already has two Mesa modules, I've heard Randall Smith has suddenly become available for some consultancy work...

[@lostinpa-dadenduro7555]

I think this might go well with the TDLX module

[@TheOligoclonalBand]

I just recently bought a SP-77 which I like a lot. Including the clean sounds, which I use in my videos. Maybe I should buy this, just for variety?

[@EntertainerMartinWien]

A few weeks ago i bouht a new Synergy SLO "old" module. Does the SLO II sound better in general or is it now just more vesatile with the new Switches and doule EQs? Can someone answer my question?

[@dangolguitartech]

I have them both. The original was my go to module, but I’ve since put it away and using only the new one the new one is more versatile and has more gain… I am using a SYN.-1 into a synergy 5050 power amp pushing a pair of 4 x 12 cabinets. Sounds monstrous and I put it up against almost anything.

[@EntertainerMartinWien]

@@dangolguitartech hm, i think i can live with a little less gain and keep the SLO1. thx for your answer.

[@dangolguitartech]

@@EntertainerMartinWien oh, don’t get me wrong… That first one is still a monster, as well. The newer one just offers a little more versatility with separate EQ for each channel and the switches. I’m thinking I will be getting another SYN 1 and using the original as well in a stereo set up… Basically running an SLO pair with each one set a little differently.

[@EntertainerMartinWien]

@@dangolguitartech ok got it! 🚀

[@Flying-V-Shredder]

19:00. Holy shitballs.

[@PooNinja]

Mmmm that sweet soldano saturation

[@PooNinja]

14:18 i like the kegel switch on 🤘🏽 Secret Nuno mid mode? Oh El Yeah.

[@shorerocks]

Ts ts, regarding Synergy cleans you forgot to mention the OS module. Ok, I forgive you 🙂. Seriously, great amp. I stay with my Uberschall, though.

[@pdmcrew80]

They are very very close but i have the impression that the module would cut better through a mix.

[@ultravirez]

Want the Z-Wreck.

[@rockinvegan1765]

Ich werde mir jetzt wirklich mal was von Synergy gönnen. Was meinst du, wie klingen die Module am besten, über deren Amp, mit deren Endstufe oder mit dem SYN 1 im Einschleifweg eines Amps. Letzteres wäre mir am liebsten, dann wäre es keine so hohe Investition.

[@EytschPi42]

Ich bevorzuge den Syn50

Ich liebe synergy amps sooooo sehr. Ich mochte die Idee schon bei den Randall rm Modulen. Ich frage mich wie die Endstufe gemacht ist, ist es immer ein und die selbe endstufe oder ändern sich schaltungen in der endstufe damits perfekt zum modul immer passt ? Also wie beim Klonz

[@DaveMullinsPlaysBass]

I look away when the switch is on screen. They do not sound as different as you’re “hearing” without the visual cue.

[@AtTheSourceStudios]

The Syn-30/50 amps really benefit from JJ's in the power section. They let the sub low end and high sizzle presence through in the tone! The TAD's that come stock are smooth and rolled off very neutral sounding but the JJ's let it all through and open it up. If you have Presence at 2-3oclock normally, with JJ's you can just have it an noon. If you ever give it a chance it's worth the swap js!

[@KaddysJamKave]

Nice Ampete switcher up there... how come you haven't reviewed the DeLisle amp switchers that are cheaper and still great quality & hand made? :P ;) ;)

[@EytschPi42]

they never contacted me

[@KaddysJamKave]

@@EytschPi42 Oh damn... that's a shame because their products are A+ and not very well known even though they are hand made in USA and cheaper than most of the competition. I got the 4x4 amp & cab switcher and the fx loop router and it's damn good! Shame their marketing is almost non existent even though they've been around for years.... they definitely need some exposure. Oh well, their fault...

[@uktmaxx]

oh dear... Mr HP! your production standards are fantastic, but please do a 2nd take on the dodgy guitar parts darling! 😘

[@DirkSchneiderCH]

How the hell did you get hold of Nuno‘s amp?

[@EytschPi42]

Can’t say

[@RaxFx]

I was hoping for a smaller stereo tube power amp and not yet another high gain module

[@JorisGriffioen]

Smaller?! The Syn-5050 is really as small as a stereo tube power amp is ever going to get, that single rack space is absolutely rammed full of stuff. (believe me, I've opened mine)

[@RaxFx]

@@JorisGriffioen I meant smaller in power.

[@lekkerblankastudio]

@@RaxFxwtf

[@andresilvasophisma]

SLOdano ?

[@menschlicheswesen84]

I don't get it too... There is a slo pedal from soldano also...

[@DerEchteBold]

Apparently SLO stands for 'Super Lead Overdrive'.

[@ShreddingFinn]

What about the $200 head Glen said almost matches a SLO?

[@adamfstewart81]

Yeah. I could buy a pair of jeans from Target for $20 or I could buy a pair of designer jeans for hundreds even thousands. But I don’t buy my jeans at Target. Logically I’m an idiot. But consumer behavior isn’t rational. It’s about desire. The Soldano brand is sexy AF. Peavy isn’t. Never will be (to me).

[@AmericanNationalist852]

​@@adamfstewart81 USA made selvedge jeans > Chynah projection loom jeans. There's really no comparison if you know.

[@AmericanNationalist852]

Glenn's a cheap pinko who actually thinks people in Chynah factories are provided a better living wage than American workers get just becauee American guitars are too pricey for his cheap ass to mix the one sound/tone he knows how to mix.

[@BrunodeSouzaLino]

Peavey no longer makes the Valveking, so that's not really an option at this point. However, let's assume you just want this module. The module goes for 400 bucks and the single module head is 500. You can get a EVH 5150 classic head for about the same price.

[@JimijaymesProductions]

Glen is pretty lucky with the valve king, most of them aren't that price even in combo version. The thing is a lot of high gain amps are based off the SLO 100. Original Dual Rectifier is just an slo 100 with a redesigned power section, the 5150 adds more gain stages etc etc. They all sound different because of small changes but when you eq them and gain stage them to be similar and put them through the exact same cab they become a lot more similar.

[@AtTheSourceStudios]

it might just be me but I feel like.. the original Synergy Soldano module sounded closer to the real deal...

[@georgyj111111]

Nowhere near.

[@EytschPi42]

Pretty near

[@Stereostupid]

Its very close!about 95-98%