Johnny Hiland gets his hands on the amprx Brown Box

Johnny tries the amprx BrownBox for the first time, and LOVES IT

[@MikeFromNashville]

On another demo the guy demoing also mentioned how he can “feel” the difference. You can hear the difference as well. It sounds so much better at a lower voltage. I’m sold on one of these Brown Boxes. Thank you!

[@Jonathan-L]

At 0:59 Johnny mentions that his amp is very hot. I would blame his playing style for that :)

[@baronhead]

Just picked one up 2 weeks ago and very first gig was reading 126v. My tone never sounded better after dialing down 10%. Life changing piece of gear for all guitarists.

[@michaelfoulks8739]

Wow.To think I grew up across the street from the guy who makes Brownbox..Way to go Pat..

[@hekakain4108]

Just recieved the UK version today...letting it acclimatize to room temp b4 I use it with my Friedman Runt 20 Combo and my Fender Blues Deluxe...yummy analogue goodness, slurp!

[@daviddelossantos6075]

Wait wait wait. Did not know Johnny was legally blind. That’s nuts.

[@andyorr1597]

If Johnny endorses, Andy buys. Thanks, Johnny!

[@tractordirt5167]

I appreciate that you posted this...just got mine and I have the version with no number markings, so this helped explain the top knob. Thanks!

[@steveopc81]

Sweetened it up & gave a richness to the tone.

[@DavidBrown-it9ig]

That guy can forever whoop up on a guitar!

[@donkanis6141]

What a difference !!! 110 volts nailed it.

[@MaxPaws]

No, it does NOT "save" the power tubes. The reduced voltages cause the other components to work harder actually putting more stress on them and the tubes. Not generally a problem for 50's era Tweed amps, when everything was designed for 110v, but by the mid-late 60's that wasn't the case, and certainly not the case for modern amps. You may like the sound of the voltage sag better, but it's not going to be easy on your amp in the long term. My house is about 124v, so the Brown Box would definitely be a good idea, again to meet the design specs of my amps.

[@matthewgrimm5383]

So a amp made to use 110 it's a good idea I'm using a 64 bassman and it says 110 on the chasis

[@alanezersky928]

@@matthewgrimm5383 You are correct. Check patent drawings and add up the rail totals...most are designed for 110. It does save tubes as it keeps them from red plating, and you get to hear your amp as designed to be heard. Additionally, the transformer is not grounded like in a Variac - so no noise is introduced at all. I also use it on modern tube and solid state amps...set for no reduction in power...just to keep the power clean. I use if for every amp in my stable. I have a stash of tubes, and have only replaced one in an SWR Super Redhead preamp section in 4 years.

[@raindogred]

have heard of the voltage sag effect when using a 9v battery on a pedal..sometimes sounds great. I geuss this the same principle. I wonder how safe this for your amp long-term. Most caps, resistor, valvess and diodes etc have a maximum value rating. If you exceed that they release the magic smoke. never thought about what happens if you under power your gear..because we are generally limited by what we get out of the wall. interesting concept for sure...nice playin' Johnny

[@ThatGuitardedGuy]

Thx very much for watching, and your comment. I'm afraid I'm not quite knowledgeable enough on the topic to answer your question, but there is a blog on amprx's website, as well as a ton of info. I hope that helps you find your answer.

[@raindogred]

yeah checked out their site. This device is for vintage valve amps that were designed to run on 110v, not 120v like we have today. It doesn't really mention what effect "under-powering" would have on modern amps.Will keep digging..cheers

[@alanezersky928]

@@raindogred It works for all amps...you just may not need to use the power reduction section (depending upon what your amp requires from the wall by engineering design)

[@mikieknight6607]

Todays wall voltage is why too hot for older amps that were designed to run on 110 volts. Increased load has forced power companies to raise nominal voltages on the power grid. I've seen over 130 volts in some cases. After the amps power transformer steps the voltage up and rectifies it to DC the voltage is way over what it should be.

[@mikesharpsongs]

I am a huge fan of immediate attack/response. Does the voltage reduction negatively effect the feel of play in terms of that immediate responsiveness, or is it essentially a balancing act based upon the choice of percentage?

[@Tonetwisters]

I have to say, that after playing for some 58 years, I cannot hear all that much "influence" of the BrownBox on the amp he is playing through ... not $349 worth, anyway.

[@willellis1946]

It’s not really a “hear” thing so much as it is “feel”. Along with saving the tubes and internals of the amp, it adds sag and sponginess to the feel when you play.

[@kevindean1327]

@@willellis1946 it's going to cost me $500 Canadian when I eventually buy this but it worth it on saving tubes alone!!!

[@calescapee9642]

I've got a Variac

[@swedeinla]

I just ordered one

[@willdenham]

Is this applicable with builds/clones of vintage and can a variac do the same thing?

[@kaikoschig879]

"The little knob shows the voltage coming out of the wall?

[@michaelpadilla8869]

Why didn't Reeves build voltage reduction into his circuit?

[@CaptainKirk007]

This is something that requires schooling. Check out ohms law. It’s going to do your tubes a favor and most importantly your primary and secondary transformer.

[@BITESIZEJONES]

Is this box primarily used for vintage amps?

[@ThatGuitardedGuy]

Yeah, usually

[@genekloszewski5484]

Good for playing in clubs with high voltages...I can't hear a 400.00$ difference!

[@trillrifaxegrindor4411]

furman power conditioner,nuff said........it worked for dozens of pro musicians

[@jamessheppard103]

I'm looking at the brown box. I have a Furman PL Plus II power conditioner in my rack. I plug everything into it. a pedal board with 2 voodoo labs powering 16 pedals then into a aby switch into a marshall tube amp (DSL100) and a fender twin reverb (65 reissue). what is the link of the power conditioner and the brown box? can I use the conditioner similar to the brown box? It regulates my output to consistent conditioned power but I cant adjust it. would the brown box have any effects on my pedalboard. any info on better use of gear is appreciated. thanks, jim

[@romanlegion4282]

I found Bigfoot.

[@RockG.o.d]

Brown box lol.

[@williamratcliffe7833]

Overpriced junk.....a $350 paper weight.

[@jordandenton5682]

I’ve noticed you’ve commented this on multiple videos. What’s so bad about it?

[@williamratcliffe7833]

@@jordandenton5682 It does absolutely nothing except fry amps.....I tried various vintage tube amps, as they ALL sounded better without it. The worst part is this actually fried the circuit of an amp I was using, and I had to pay a pretty penny to have it fixed. Two reputable electricians asked what I done differently. I told them I used an amped brown box. I brought it to them and they tested it and said this was certain death for an amp....The “flexible attenuation options” is simply false advertising. The output voltmeter doesn’t work......If you’re into destroying a classic tube amp, then this is perfect.

[@jordandenton5682]

@@williamratcliffe7833 I have several friends in both professional and local settings that have used this for years without problems and absolutely love them but I will keep that in mind.

[@williamratcliffe7833]

@@jordandenton5682 If you love your amp you’d be wise to pass on this.

[@calescapee9642]

When you reduce input voltage your output tube bias changes.

[@claymationwaves]

pepsi commercial

[@tittat3699]

Believe it or not the brown box actually damages the resistors on the motherboard causing them to be underpowered and send false readings to your tubes ultimately damaging the motherboard.

[@MrSpock]

Lol what are you even talking about?

[@anthonynassar2990]

I have a '65 Pro Reverb. Where should I look for the motherboard?

[@edithmcgovern4023]

Bozo T. Clown the guitarist.

[@scottmiller6529]

Motherboard.... stfu you tard

[@grosebud4554]

You have no idea what your talking about vintage gear aren’t like the shitty line 6 you own

[@tittat3699]

All notes and no feelings