Hughes & Kettner Grandmeister Deluxe 40 - Full Demo

[@MrAsddr]

can we take a moment to notice how good bea looks now hes shifted some weight keep going man your smashing it!

[@RabeaMassaad]

+Tom Hinton ahhh thanks bro! Still got a Long road ahead but it's comments like this that make me determined to keep going!

[@MrAsddr]

The progress your making is incredible bro you got this

[@AverageRider1]

Rabea Massaad As long as you are doing it the right way and being healthy. It's not always about how you look. We'd like to keep you around for a while bro, keep it up and stay healthy and happy!

[@yosephmcjoe9575]

I'm happy to say your sound awake shirt looks like a flag mate

[@MrWilly2204]

First thing I thought when I saw this. Dude’s lost a lot of weight.

[@Claimjumper55]

I don't need another amp. I don't need another amp. I don't need another amp. Damn, not working. I don't need another amp. I don't............

[@Claimjumper55]

I like the way you think. Can't say the same for my wife though. I am seriously considering one of these. Bea's demo was awesome and Devin Townsend's was as well.

[@torchlord11]

I know how you feel. I could buy one right now, but I have a CoreBlade which is sort of similar feature wise, so I'm not so sure it be worth the money, especially since i just put some KT88's in that, and upgraded the speakers. The portability of the Grandmeister Deluxe would be nice though.

[@mang3139]

Darrell McMillan lmfao! We r all so cursed but I love it. Wt a great addiction

[@ericv.9772]

*I NEED IIIIIIIIIIIIITTTTTT*

[@zanelli9273]

maybe a kemper...

[@Erukulon]

Yo! Bea, your intonation always sounds insanely on point and I can tell you're a meticulous tech when it comes to setting up your own guitars, I just looked and you've never done a guitar set up video. I'd really like to see your tools/methods because I've never heard a guitar of yours sound anything but amazing when it comes to tuning and proper resonant frequencies with 6 stringed chords. Cheers! (Not sure if you file your own nuts or outsource that job but if you do that would be great to see as well.)

[@ThistleThings]

Now that you've lost loads of weight, do you have less sustain?

[@caloss2]

Bea now has more sustain.

[@boingwater]

Huw Griffin less sustain and more gain(s)!

[@brandonanderson2066]

Key to sustain is below the belt ;)

[@nalonlefournis]

his riffs just arent as heavy anymore

[@GeeMorno]

Dude, you did this cool hypnotic thing to me in the clean parts at the end. I totally started to fall asleep & caught myself dreaming/having dejaview of you, for a split second. It was really cool because its been a very long time since I have just sat & listened to JUST music. No alcohol or drug influence here; just headphones & your playing. It was really cool when I realized what had just happened.

[@hYpYz]

Seems like an incredibly versatile amp. Amazing riffs and sounds. I got to get me one of those :)....and like others said it really shows how much weight you've lost. I've seen you playing live in Leeds and was very impressed with music and with energetic performance during the whole gig. Great demo and great musicianship, appreciate the amount of work you're putting in to all this.

[@chrispygingerpie]

1 minute in and I am in love with the PRS! Knew it wasn't going to take long to hear this guitar, but DAMN! Amp sounds great to, but THAT guitar :)

[@NickolaiDuddits]

Bea, this is the most thorough demo of this amp I've seen. Great video! I need this amp.

[@PackinForSuperbowl]

BTW, Rabea. You mentioning Karnivool on some Anderton's video a while back has changed my life and how I'm looking at my music. Don't get me wrong, I love Dorje too and you have your own place in my pantheon of musical inspiration as I consider you my favorite guitar player. Sound Awake is my new obsession. Cheers, brother. I apologize for the non-sequitur. Just needed to get that out in the ether as your shirt reminded me...

[@RabeaMassaad]

Joel Pheister oh man! I'm there with you dude! I've been obsessed with Karnivool since 2009 - I listen to them probably everyday!

[@joesatchton212]

Bea: First...Happy Xmas and Merry New Year to you and yours! Second, you are a shadow of your former self - unbelievable effort with the lifestyle change. Congratulations and mad props to you for the dedication! Third, that new PRS is...yeah, crazy shmexy...of course. Fourth, thanks so much for the detailed review of the GM Deluxe 40. You have just helped me make up the last 10% of my mind on this little beast - I shall pull the trigger on acquiring it Jan 1, 2017. I THANK you....my wallet CURSES you. haha cheers bro and hope 2017 is even better for you and your world...

[@RabeaMassaad]

+Joe Satchton thank you so much dude! I'm still working hard at the weightloss but I'm proud of the process this far! Glad you liked the review, it is a great amp! Thanks for watching and thanks for the support I hugely appreciate it. Merry Xmas to you! Cheers

[@joesatchton212]

***** You SHOULD be proud of the weightloss...that's probably the hardest thing you have ever done in your life thus far :) Bea, quick gear question if you don't mind...I am no performer or actual musician so all of this will be overkill, though I have been playing for decades and sound occasionally OK - at least people don't cover their ears when I play. My plan is to simplify. I targeted the HK stuff because I wanted a neutral amp platform with which I could plug effects into. So I plan my signal chain to go AX-8, HK GM40Deluxe, then done. Sure, I might add in a dirt pedal like the JHS AT and of course will add a wah/volume. How do you think this HK will work with the AX8? I know the GM Deluxe may be redundant with the onboard effects, but the well-reviewed improved RedBox on the Deluxe seems to make more sense than getting older HK versions with no onboard effects... Anyway man, best again to you and everyone. I look forward to visiting Anderton's on my next visit to the UK and would love to shake all your hands :D cheers!

[@Daywalkr]

You look great man

[@DaveHudson4375]

Nice job Rabea! I was on the path of building my first pedal board. Since I need a silent solution I was looking at the Red box / Torpedo / Radial JDX Direct drive. Then I watched your demo at HnK headquarters. When I saw your reaction I knew the GMDeluxe 40 was the one. It was the comment about "Yeah ... all that program stuff is good but it's the sound..." This is exactly what I was looking for. Thanks Hughes and Kettner for building my perfect amp and Rebea for helping me make a decision. Dave PS. Lookin' good Bea

[@kojaniszewski]

Jesus your demo tracks are so damn good :D

[@RabeaMassaad]

+MagneticWhistler thanks dude!

[@arnizach]

Does it take pedals well? I'd love to see a demo with some pedals, especially dirt.

[@caloss2]

You look awesome having lost the weight Bea, one of the best guitar players of our time.

[@BtR76]

Man, I can't stop watching this vid, so cool. Think I'm going to have to check out one of these H&K's, they kick ass. Your tone and playing, particularly the opening tune, is awesome. If that riff'age ain't part of a full song, it needs to be fella!

[@jacksimmons1999]

God that PRS is quite sexy

[@Jacob-fx2ds]

Jack Simmons Yeah, the prs...

[@chrisbrown18andup]

Donald bea is bae

[@ssblu2112]

Beautiful Guitar! I must say for the short time you've been playing guitar, you are truly an excellent guitarist. Way ahead of pace. Love your work. Keep on keepin' on.

[@shook9042]

Bea. I've been watching for a few years now and just wanted to comment on your SICK playing brother. You make it all look easy. Happy Holidays.

[@misstress1928]

Versatile amp without a distinctive character. Jack of all trades... Excellent demo and superb playing. Thanks!

[@DIETRYING001]

that PRS and your other one is stunning! Also this amp is the future for amp heads... and its about time all heads need these features!

[@BrianFromBoise]

And that PRS is really something amazing.

[@KongBenny2748]

Those t-shirts are getting quite big for you B, keeping up the great work i see.

[@xJaGG3d]

Hey Bea I was just wondering how much weight you've lost cause A: you look great and B: im losing weight myself and I started about the same time as you, lost about 35 so far.

[@SDisonYT]

That thing is crazy awesome. I’ve never seen such a compact head with that many features at that price point. I just added one to my wish list!

[@neilmahalanobis2051]

this is the best thing to watch while setting up a guitar

[@patrickcarroll1754]

Such terrific clean tones.

[@jameso98]

Watching videos like these just make me feel bad about my playing but motivate me to get better aswell, great video and playing and congrats on the weight loss aswell man! You're looking great!

[@mikaelhauk]

That built in cab sim sounds great! This is a serious contender for a new amp...

[@jbowtoncsmith1]

Love this video, even though its a couple years old you really know how to review an amp well! I've been looking into the grandmaster deluxes the last couple of weeks and you really sold it for me!

[@JazzzRockFuzion]

Outstanding review, Rabea! Great pacing, explanations, tones and playing! If I was in the market for a new tube head, this would *definitely* be the one! Cheers and Happy Holidays.

[@alphakittyofficial]

Great demo, Rabea. Your playing and.sound have never been better. IMO that amp and your new PRS were made for you.

[@TheViliukas]

Can't get enough of your playing

[@khronscave]

24:27 That section instantly brought Steven Wilson to mind - the sound, the chord progression...

[@WiresAndChords]

Cuz SW loves his tremolo.

[@khronscave]

... and his PRS'es, and melancholy :)

[@boingwater]

Awesome to see the new PRS in action, bro!

[@fretmedead350]

no matter what gear you're using you always AMAZING!

[@geovra1976]

Amazing guitar Rabea :) I was wondering if this a pedal friendly amp ...loads of versatility in this one...and the fx's sounded quite nice

[@mrc942]

Looking great and sounding great Bea.

[@truthfactreality6814]

Been waiting for this beast

[@Soloist1983]

Tone is almost spot on to Satriani, excellent playing playing as well

[@StanSinitsky]

That tune at intro is amazing. I'd like to hear it as a full song. Great job!

[@smithk2012]

That amp,that guitar and yes,that tattoo on your hand glues well!!! Thanks mate👍

[@larrimos]

A versatile amp for a versatile musician, a great combination.

[@JesperBulykin]

Bea! You are looking great man! Impressive stuff. Keep up the great work

[@csi4530]

Love Hughes and Kettner! Hope to have a Tri-Amp Mk3 and a PRS like that someday.

[@michaelkennedy2190]

Thanks for demo bro. I plan on getting one soon!!! You're looking good. Killer tone.

[@enricobasso6873]

I keep listening to that intro, awesome!

[@LarryWilliamsArtist]

Sick amp. Sick demo. 🤘

[@markrichardson239]

It's that straight-forward.. dial a tone in seconds... Awesome.

[@jessehuerta2028]

It’s great that you are not playing over a backing track. Helps so much when preferring to hear isolated amp tones.

[@silentcovemusic]

Lovin' that Karnivool t-shirt...and really lovin this amp!!!

[@johnpabst4349]

Thanks for the awesome review/demonstration. Very feature rich and great sounding. A tad concerned about it being made over seas, but that's par for the course these days.

[@EvilLadderGaming]

How well does this amp take pedals? I've heard many different opinions and that's the main thing keeping me from picking one of these things up.

[@WilloXno1]

Träume werden endlich wahr! Peace!

[@juliobarca07]

Bro I'm addicted to the opening tune, I don't know if that's part of a song of yours or something but you should definitely record that.

[@bandvidz]

Really nice demo, excellent playing as ever man.

[@noisytim]

Bruh, you lost weight ? Good on ya mate!

[@CentaurusRelax314]

Holy shit. Where's the rest of him? Well-done, RM!

[@mr.sandman2985]

Man you`ve lost some weight! Glad for you! Created a channel just to say you looking great! And huge thanks for the music!

[@RabeaMassaad]

Mr. Sandman wow! Thank you so much dude :-)

[@nicwilson89]

Jesus, there's different banks on the presets, too? Along with the app, this is like the best of both worlds of tube amps and programmable digital amps/VSTs combined. The customisability and features of this thing are insane!

[@jochengnu4214]

Its a great amp. Its also expencive when You have to buy every extra gear like the Wifi interface, FS 432 midicontroller and maybe a Ipad!

[@khay2210]

or you could just use it like you would use any other amp and see how affordable the amp is for a tube amp which gets super loud, and also goes silent as well. it's expensive but not when compared to the tube amp market. and you can also come close to any amp of your choice with this amp. I can say that because I own the amp. The only disadvantage of the amp is that every time you plug into it, you tend to sound different every time. Or maybe it's just me.

[@JamesHindsW5ATJ]

Sounds great brother. How does this compare to Kemper/Axe Fx? Thanks

[@19markz67]

Didn't know I needed this amp until I watched this. :) Enjoy your videos. Good luck

[@larryh.3173]

GREAT playing and explanation of the features. I am now VERY interested in this uber-versatile amp, so many thanks! _(No more amps... No more amps... )_ That said, you mentioned that the Noise Gate is memorized as part of each patch -which I would expect- but the iPad app merely looks to show an ON/OFF button for the gate but then no knob to set it. So... is it actually programable and, if so, how does one do then ALSO adjust within the app? TIA!

[@larryh.3173]

Note to self: Look stuff up in online manuals! Not sure I like the answer (IMO, per _patch_ would be preferable), but here 'tis from the GM Deluxe 40 manual... “Heads Up: The Sensitivity knob’s setting applies to all presets that incorporate the noise gate. This is convenient and intentional: if conditions on stage are different than in the rehearsal room, you can adjust the noise gate’s response for all presets with one simple tweak. Tip: 12 o’clock is the universal setting. It you wish to use the noise gate as a stylistic device when playing fast staccato riffs at high gain levels, then dial in a setting towards the Hard end of the control range.”

[@_patrikjay_]

Thanx 4 dis Rabea......Love this amp and your play'n is so soulful and sincere.....you have butter & gold in those hand brotha.....thanx again from hollywood, Ceee Aaaa

[@dale8809]

I have the triamp and it is amazing. The 18 watt tube meister is amazing also.

[@chrisanaya6243]

If I only had your chops! Great amp but the tone in your hands is awesome. I’m leaning toward getting this amp.

[@NunoMouronho]

Hi, the sound of the amp is phenomenal !! But I have a question ... does the delay leave the trail when the bank is changed? If so, I'll get one for me !! Nice playing man !! Cheers

[@martialallart]

great demo , tone and playing

[@jonthorsigmunds]

Are you breaking away from Chapman and Victory? You look good with a PRS and H&K

[@RabeaMassaad]

+jonthorsigmunds god no! It I am able to review gear on my own channel as and when. Plus Chappers and I have chatted a length about using different guitars as and when we want. We both feel it's important To use any tool for the job, irrespective of the brand you endorse. I think that's only True for guitar. Less so for amplifiers. I am a proud victory artist, but I do review other amps, or at least I have for this year.

[@jonthorsigmunds]

Rabea Massaad good to hear you can do whatever on your own channel and love the Victory stuff. Just felt like asking ;)

[@brettsackett]

Can you please make a short recording that records the amp switching between the channels live? I would like to hear how fast the channel switching is. Is there any noticeable delay or gap in the switching?

[@jhonfelo]

A brand new amp and a brand new Rabea as well. You look healthier and somewhat more lively. Congrats bro and keep it up.

[@schlagdog]

I like the internal DI sound much better than the Two Notes.

[@WOSGamez]

Bea, you should release all your demo tracks! I'd surely buy and listen the shit out of them!!

[@trojansc1121]

As always, thanks for the great demo. I'm wondering, have you had any issues with loud feedback/popping noises from the amp, particularly in any of the power soak modes? I just bought one of these and while it's a beast I can hardly use it because of the popping/squealing. Thanks in advance for any advice you may have on this.

[@BipolarSmile]

Bea,any amp you play sounds epic

[@trojan1111]

Very tempting amp. Nice demo.

[@joshtarnow492]

Really old post..I know BUT, I figured I'd add that I just picked this amp up & love how versatile (and mostly how it sounds obviously) it is.

[@derajrm]

Hey bea, have you every considered going wet/dry/wet for your toska stuff? You know, just cause more.

[@richardharrold9736]

Bea, did you record this with Dave and Ben? The drums sound way more realistic than any of the automated programmes.

[@RabeaMassaad]

+Richard Harrold no dude. I made this track myself. Programmed drums etc, guess my mixing must've gotten better hahaha

[@user-sl4sx6dp4c]

+Rabea Massaad please send us a download link bruh I need something like that if I ever want to be as good as Markus tremontus

[@lucpomfret3364]

hahahMarkus tremontus

[@plateusigma3487]

should i get a grandmeister deluxe 40 or a black spirit 200 or even the tubemeister series I do mostly recordings, very rare in a live situation and i want to have djenty tones =). What what would the ideal choise.

[@khay2210]

I'm watching this review as I'm waiting for my amp to show up, can't wait to feel this monster and it's gonna be my first amp.

[@lo3572]

Have you kept it?

[@khay2210]

L O It’s a great amp, to be honest, I won't change a thing about this amp, but it took me a while to get used to it because of its unlimited tones. This amp is not just an amp, it's a freakin tube plugin! but I highly advise one gets the wifi midi adapter especially if you can't really understand how to use it at first or if you find it stressful to set up all 4 channels and effects. but this is not necessary as well. I just use my pedals most of the time.

[@lo3572]

@@khay2210 I understand. I think I'm gonna go for a pedal rig instead. I have a HK Switchblade head

[@khay2210]

@@lo3572 Forget what I said before, I was still learning the amp back then, I just edited my comment.

[@zandervandenbosch4197]

@@khay2210 yowyow merry christmass etcetc. Im about to buy my first amp and this one is on top of the list. Do you recommend it? I dont mind it being "to complicated"

[@jasonleib4840]

Sounds great! Any chance of hearing the baritone through it? Wondering if it can do the brutality!

[@SeanGordonAllN1]

25:04 Love this sound. Has a High Gain Duran Duran sound. Very Creamy! I have the Grandmeister 36, wondering if the difference is only a 4watts and $100 bucks?

[@Fooneyfoo]

great Video, great amp, new Guitar is sweeeeeet, and as always Bea...... awesome playing

[@TaylorMorgeson]

Super helpful video. Thank you.

[@chrisact9601]

The Redbox sounds better than the Torpedo cab you're using to my ears. I"m surprised. I had the old RedBox Mk I back in the 80s and it was ummmm .... not perfect. :) Seems they've come a long way. Nice amp. Careful you don't disappear there Bea. Lookin' good, mate.

[@yosephmcjoe9575]

love the mix man, stunning

[@RabeaMassaad]

+Yoseph McJoe cheers man. To be honest with you, it was a quick job, but I have been doing a lot more mixing lately, trying to really get to grips with create as pro level mixes as I can! So I'm glad it sounds good :-)

[@yosephmcjoe9575]

Yeah man... well you could play over a child on the spoons and make it sound epic so... Jokes aside though, yeah sounding really good... Noticed you've been conducting your reviews quite Fluff-like as of late as well. Also been loving Hannah's appearances as of late on yours and robs vids so shout out to her and that beautiful new PRS.

[@PepinoMichoacan]

Bea's music is my spirit animal. Guthrie Govan used to be my favourite guitarist before I heard Bea's demos !

[@wolfos412]

Very Satriani-esqu intro sweet playing man. Great skills, great tone.

[@WilliamsGoldsmith]

Bea, great playing as always! Could you maybe make a video like robs new video where you show parts of your warmup routine? Thanks!

[@iamnumber4]

Man, that intro completely blew my mind

[@martyjaay]

Sounds beautiful man. So does that PRS. I liked your old one but i think that Pauls Guitar model has a nice size to it if that makes sense haha. Awesome man

[@yakinikupartygaming1423]

The ultra on the deluxe 40 sounds so much more full and warm compared to the regular 36 that I'm actually considering replacing my GM36 for it. What a vast improvement.

[@BOUZOUKISIGNIS]

Yakiniku Party Gaming do it mate, i had the 36 model and sold it.Now i have the 40,no comparison. The clean channel is awesome.And the lead and ultra warm and no fizzy at all.100 times better. Go to my channel and see two short videos i made.

[@alexisalescio1562]

Fantastic Rabea!!

[@hollywoodactress]

Bea, been watching your recent videos and love your phrasing. any advice on what to study? also did you go to college to learn music theory and did it help? if yes what would say was the key topic area, as not everything at college is relevant ;)

[@jjjjcccc494]

Music theory is very, very helpful to know. Starting out, focus on chord tones, and how to apply the scale numbering system to each chord in the key.

[@andrewtaylor2190]

I'm considering this amp and the tubemeister deluxe 40. In your opinion, which is the better bang for your buck. I really need a lot of clean headroom and based of videos I've seen, the tubemeister deluxe 40 has better cleans. Your opinion would be greatly appreciated!

[@stevenlouth8565]

Hi Rabea awesome video I am looking at purchasing one of these for recording .I have got some amp modeling multi FX boards and I have been looking at the Helix but I do like the sound of this and there other lunch box amps . Which in your opinion would you be more inclined to purchase a multi effects modeling unit or this amp bear in mind I have not as yet got the tones I am looking for as I think they sound a bit too Digital !!!!!! your opinion would be appreciated !!!!!! Cheers !

[@MyBobseger]

Steven Louth have you tried it with any line 6 pedals?

[@AnAmericanGuitarist]

You know what's really cool about the ipad controller .... you can stand off the stage and adjust your amp to get the best sound from the audience listening position.That's great ... as long as it still sounds cool to you on stage.

[@mrhoadz3809]

your a inspiration rebea i really enjoy your playing makes me want to practice more great job mike from illinois usa

[@sleeplessingc]

Great job R.

[@cookerama6265]

just a heads up. The value of the noise gate is not saved per patch. Only the on or off state saves. if that matters to people or not.

[@TimmyOFlaherty]

Can the delays be run in stereo if you're recording line out to a computer? thanks