Synergy IICP

[@RabeaMassaad]

Awesome video!! I completely missed the trick with this module. In the sense that I had no idea what it was based on. You nailed it when you said ‘underwhelmed’ thing, when I first plugged it in, I Knew it was a tweaker but the bass control thing is what I missed! Awesome job mate!

[@LeonTodd]

Thanks mate! "Bass on 0" feels like heresy coming from any other high gain amp but it definitely helps do "the thing" these are known for. I think you showed it's not the only way to roll though!

[@81giorikas]

@@LeonTodd Really really good man. I have to ask though, you nailed the guitar sound but the rest (drums etc) is very scooped sounding. Was it on the samples or did you just scoop some of the final track lol? Happens to me sometimes. I get pissed off and end up scooping the whole thing lol.

[@81giorikas]

And by the way, what impedance do you sort of prefer with the soldano you have? I find that 8 ohms is like what it is needed when you aim for the classic soldano crunch but some 16 ohm combinations makes it looser and weirder in the treble which with darker guitars make it really barking and brutal. In a non soldano way. I do use same speaker all over by the way. All 16 ohms so it's not the magnet etc. I use a 1x12 and 4x12 in parallel to get the 8 ohm combination.

[@LeonTodd]

@@81giorikas it's the Slate "Black album" style kit in SSD5 which is pretty low end heavy. I really like the Soldano on the 8ohm setting into a 16ohm cab !

[@Rouwiinator]

that opening trick had one of the best overall guitar tones I've heard in my life. When it comes to Mesa amps I really don't understand why anyone would play a rectifier if you could play a mark series amp.

[@LeonTodd]

Thanks mate!

[@wolfsdenmusic9404]

"I think we need an ADA MP-1 inspired......." This is the truth. Synergy module, vst plugins, whatever...just more MP-1 love please (especially plugin since I just sold my hardware unit...pretty much in-the-box plugin user these days). This module sounds fantastic though. And that opening sequence...really grabbed my ears. Love it!

[@cliftonwright7081]

Hell yeah, I think that’s the coolest playing I’ve seen on this channel so far! I realize I already have a Mesa Studio Pre but I still absolutely need this

[@LeonTodd]

Yeah studio pre is a ch0nker at 2 rack spaces

[@davemarshall9153]

Some of the best tones I've heard around here. Something about real tubes, speakers, mics! I can tell your fingers liked it too. Very inspired playing Leon🤙

[@sacredgeometry]

I think hes using IRs.

[@davemarshall9153]

@@sacredgeometry Says at 1 minute in, that he's using mics and speakers. That's my understanding of his text. Ether way sound good to me. One of the best of this module demos. Just my opinion.

[@berndkiltz]

+1 for the ADA Module!

[@FryetteAmps]

Nice work! Bonus points for “the reacharound” 🧠

[@idiotburns]

So far, the best demo for this module my bro!!

[@z1g]

This is a fantastic video. I was thinking about buying this module. I've been using the Vai module for a while and love it. I have watched quite a few youtube reviews and none of them went into the amazing detail you did. Pretty much a master class on this module. I will be ordering it for sure now and a big HELL YES to the MP-1 module.

[@dinomueller8461]

Superb demo, Leon, thanks a lot. Killer playing for shure, I’m loving those mean notes you throw out in the lead part! The synergy system is just great, and this will likely be my fourth module.👍

[@seventhsealhere]

Finally! They had to make one eventually. Sounds fantastic especially with the delay. Preamp pretty quiet too. How does it compare to the Axe FX model? 👍

[@johnpierson8398]

That Synergy module is one of the best sounding modules I have heard! Very versatile with great heavy sounds. Even the clean sounds are fantastic I wonder who designed this one. Your guitar playing at the start is off the charts! I had to go listen to it several times - with my jaw on the floor!

[@morganfarrell4162]

Steve Fryette designed it. Here’s a video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4XZh617pN1_qKM

[@LeonTodd]

Yep, Steve Fryette. One of the greats!

[@travisrusselldc]

Nice demo! Between yours and Michael Nielsen’s review on this module, there seem to be some pretty sick tones in there. Love that lead tone you were laying down!

[@thechannelforeverything2170]

That demo track just knocked my socks off. Pull me under the Sanitarium. There's something about that E standard chug sound that just does it for me.

[@peterschaefer1665]

Oh that clean tone!

[@seanchristopher740]

Out of all of the demos i've seen of this module so far today, you and Michael Nielsen are the ONLY ONES who dialed the IICP the right way lol And I prefer how you dial it in It's crazy how much of a difference just dialing it in the right way can make with the tone you get from the amp! Kudos for another great demo/review my friend! Stay awesome!

[@tomfoolerie8624]

First reviewer to actually do this thing justice (no pun intended). Fluff and the other YT'r I saw bonefully avoided the Hetfieldien sound that you nailed in your rhythm.

[@RiffsAndLifts]

Out of all the demos out on the IICP so far your‘s is the best. The tones are great and I immediately got the info on how to dial in this unusual EQ. Looking forward to seeing more demos from you 🤘

[@brandonproctor3639]

I love how you can hear every single note in a chord! Sounds lovely!

[@Ralf333Ty]

That song is amazing!! As your playing, you rock big time!!!!! 👍👍👍🤘😎😳🥹😃😃😃

[@mentoneman]

cool module and great demo! that opening pristine clean tone is total money and why imo tubes will always prevail over solid state or digital cleans. don't know how it compares to you in the room sonically and feel wise to the fractal but out here in YT listening land the IICP module completely dusts the top end harshness and digital clip of axe III cleans. the historically mesa fat rubbery horn-like lead tone with the music man very sweet. the heavy rhythm tones are great too but you really shine in that department with the axe III.

[@coreyclark6505]

I’d like to hear this compared to the studio pre and through the Power section of the Mark IV like you did with the pre…. It sounds good…. Im intrigued…. But I’m not yet a believer.

[@lordgraga]

SICK playing in the beginning, and it sounds awesome.

[@ronnieparfait]

Leon Todd “I’ll do my thing and dial sounds I like, and we’ll hear the Strat at the end of the video for some clean tones”.. (cut to Strat and clean tones right out the gate) 🤦🏻‍♂️😆🤣🤘🏼 Rock on LT

[@berndkiltz]

Hey Leon, awesome Demo! You are to my knowledge the ONLY YT Reviewer who dialed that thing in the way it should be ;) and BTW: AWESOME TRACK!!! Means I can sell my JP-2C and get a complete synergy system for the price ;)

[@rtbmusic1135]

The quality of content on this channel just keeps increasing.

[@danec1384]

We definitely need to see more playing like that at the start!! Sounds great

[@ianfurqueron5850]

That intro is awesome! Definitely making me want to get a Synergy setup. It'll be interesting to see what Pete Thorne does in his review later today - both this video and his "premier" notification were next to each other when I opened my YT feed this morning. LOL!

[@208414]

Great job on the track! That rhythm tone was so nice!

[@dfkuipers]

Oh yeah, that demo track!!! Sounds awesome

[@stevenmgyori3826]

Good Morning Leon! GreatTones and mix with variety of Guitars. Well done Brother and thanks for sharing. Be Well All!

[@beatrayband]

Finally a good and worthy review! Brilliant sound, very convincing.

[@LeonTodd]

Glad you liked it!

[@shorerocks]

Mmh, that music man soloing was slick. Nut just the fast stuff. Tone choice. Nice.

[@SlinkyT82]

Dude that lead section in the opening song. 👊🔥 Killer!! Edit: Also, any chance of a shootout vs Fractal 2C+?

[@LeonTodd]

I'm already working on the studio pre comparison so I'll try throw that in there!

[@SlinkyT82]

@@LeonTodd my man! Killing it.

[@SamduBusc]

Seriously, that solo was WAY sicker than it had any need to be.

[@Tubelistic]

@@LeonTodd Awesome! I was just wondering how it compares to the studio.

[@LeonTodd]

It's definitely in the same ballpark to my ears

[@nickx1754]

That intro song was killer!!

[@SHARt_murmur]

Great playing, tones, vid, good stuff, man! :)

[@tgunmusicchannel1973]

Best demo on this yet. We'll done bud.

[@ChrisAlia123shredmadinsanity]

Killer playin, love the tone of this one, Isn't it just awesome!! 🤘Thanks for the video!! Uberschall is a beast too👹 Great job, Keep em coming brother! God bless

[@LeonTodd]

Love the Uber!

[@guittarwizzrd]

Happy Friday leon . I know I've been driving you crazy with all the axe fx questions but I've also been watching a lot of videos on the synergy system and am thinking it may be the right way to go for me . I watched a video last night with a question and answer you did where some one else asked you about they have trouble programming and should they go with some thing with knobs instead and you said go with knobs then . I'm still not quite ready to pull the trigger on any thing yet but that really kind of helped me out . I just think the axe fx is going to be over my head and leave me more frustrated then any thing . I'm more of a pedal and head guy with knobs . I do have a rack with some old program able stuff but it's nothing like that axe fx . I'm really digging the vai and slo modules for the synergy system and think they would work well together . Thanks for all the reviews you do . They really help us guys out a lot by maybe thinking a piece of gear may be right for us and realizing it's not and saving us a lot of time and money . Keep rocking brother, I all ways enjoy your videos and my wife and I really enjoyed your shorts on queensryche. They are her favorite band

[@SashaCrutaire]

I didn't need to see the demos. Ordered mine as soon as it popped up. :D. But, as usual, your demo sounds great! I agree on the MP-1 inspired. But, I am good for now with: SLO, Plexi, 800 and now the IICP. I had seriously considered getting an actual SLO-100, but I really only have room for one amp, and the Synergy fits that requirement nicely. And it sounds great. :D

[@SashaCrutaire]

The IICP arrived this morning, I have spent the last 3 or 4 hours playing with a huge smile on my face. This module sounds GREAT

[@CollinPeterson615]

Nice job! Every other reviewer needs to watch your video to learn a few things!

[@NelderGuitar]

I own a JP2C and I still want this.

[@jakeliftsnshreds6670]

You lucky... What about this do you still crave that you don't think you get out of the jp2c?

[@ericolson326]

Have you perchance tried to get King's X type tones out of the IICP module? The way I see a lot of people dial in the real-deal Mark 2s (cut pre-gain bass for tightness, crank pre-gain mid for saturation, then use post-gain GEQ to bring the bottom and sparkle back in) always reminded me of how Ty Tabor would set his Lab amps back in the day.

[@TheJleerocker]

Hello LT. I enjoy all your vids ! Truly inspiring. So , I can't take all my big gear to the open mic gigs. I plan on a small two 1x12 cab with a EVH 50wt head , and 5 pedals ... NS2, Chorus , 5band EQ, DD7 delay and ventris reverb. The sound guy was not helpful😢. Any suggestions on this ? Stay well , stay safe.

[@TheCyberMantis]

Once again, Leon makes everything sound great! Hehehe!

[@Krystof.Veritae]

Great demo mate .....killer tones !!!! and of course demo . One big problem is your ability to dile these units and of course play makes everything sound awesome :) CHeers brother.

[@dougappel5924]

ADA MP1 was my go-to pre for many years. Yes, please!

[@BobbyDoesMusic]

Just discovered your channel while searching for more IICP demos. Sick tones and playing! And then I saw you also have a HydraSynth in the back there... A man of fine taste, I see. Subbed!

[@BobbyDoesMusic]

Okay, finished watching, I need this. I have a bunch of other Synergy Modules. I have a home studio in my basement, and like be able to cover a lot of ground, particularly when I have other people over working on music. So I've got the TDLX, BMAN, AC, 800, Deliverance, Ecstasy, SLO, and Savage. The IICP hits something I don't have yet with both channels, so I'm definitely picking this up. I can't quite get that clean out of the TDLX, and that gain channel is just a beast. Thanks for the awesome demo! :)

[@LeonTodd]

Yeah it fills a very unique ecological niche. The hydrasynth is a beast!!!

[@andreazampieri5513]

Best demo in the tube! Thx man!

[@carlossalazar4508]

Killing it on the demo!!

[@justingarneau]

I have a question more about that: the syn2 and the 50/50 produce quiet a lot of heat...but i see you placed those two gear one on the other. I might worry too much about that...For you Leon it's still in you tolerance zone? Did you place a fan that pull off the heat out the case? Happy Christmas Holidays to all!!!!!!

[@Manuel_Magro]

this guy talent is crazy. That intro took my breath out... Leon could easily replace kirk someday 😄

[@LeonTodd]

Too kind mate, cheers!

[@Aolian]

You're the first person I've seen on youtube talk about impedance mismatching on Boogies! Huge part of the sound! Running it on the non-simul class amps makes a huge difference, but I even run it on the simuls I have and love how it sounds.

[@LeonTodd]

The original IIC+ models only ran up to 8ohm right?

[@Aolian]

@@LeonTodd If I recall correctly yes, I have two Mark IIIs (modded to IIC+ specs) which I believe are the same as the IIC+ in ohmage.

[@billl.4410]

@@LeonTodd yes all Mark Series amps run up to 8 ohms. Even the III, IV and V. The Rectifier was the first Mesa amp with 16ohms out, but they kept the Mark series with just 4 and 8 until they released the JP2C a few years ago.

[@constantinosmavroyannis9409]

i've noticed in ur vids and by trying your presets from axechange that your prs sc245 is a lot brighter (for a HH guitar) than the jp7 and i see that with my jp7 as well. is this true or is it just a byproduct of the more tame pickups in the SC?

[@markholmes2665]

Got a question, if I may......of all the amp makers that have joined up with Synergy, Boogie has not. So how can Synergy copy a Mark IIC JP Preamp?

[@tonedover]

you cant truly patent a circuit. only features.

[@davidhendrox]

Since you already have similar preamp sections of that "particular" amp, did you notice any differences ?

[@LeonTodd]

Yeah it's ballpark but they all do a slightly different thing. I'll do a comparison soon

[@Mudder1310]

A couples years late but… The Mark series is called a tweakers amp but it’s not like an amp that has lots of great tones everywhere. It has a few exceptional/landmark tones and a bunch of bleh. It’s one of those that when you find the spot you document the settings.

[@audiobrainiac]

Mismatched impedance eh? Thanks for giving us the reach around! I love this module and I’m gonna have to have one. Great video!

[@LeonTodd]

Any time 😂

[@sephiroth762]

Insane playing on that JP!

[@TechMetalRules]

ADA MP-1 Module!!!! Hear, hear!!!! Please, Synergy!!! I'm obsessed with my Fryette Pittbull Ultra Lead module!

[@peterharvin2775]

Filth and finesse. Great combination.

[@purplehaze9154]

You’re one hell of a player man… yeargh!

[@guidobandito4370]

Bravo. A review in which the person knows about pre gain EQ. All the other reviews on this preamp stink compared to this one. Good Job !!

[@89ji76]

Insane Clown Posse have their own signature module? That’s fucking sick!

[@SlinkyT82]

🤣 whoop whoop!

[@jlbaxe]

😂

[@yanossnicklefritz7064]

Sounds good. I never understood why lots of players are so concerned at how it sounds with all the knobs at noon. The so called "flat" tone as they see it. I could care less. All that matters is what tones you can work out of it that you like and what it can do.

[@playthefightriffjohn843]

Right? Especially when there are so few amps that sound good with EQ set to noon(imo of course)

[@brettlingle]

How do these modules compare to the Fractals?

[@mustangguy3706]

Thank you for that track at the beginning! Out of the few vids that are out you are the only one the answered the question, does it do the thing? U know thrash lol....and it does!🤘

[@chrishastings]

Man love it!! bounced here for the tones i wanted!!! Sorry Michael N

[@RDamps]

Pretty cool, still not going to get me to get rid of my Studio Preamp.

[@JimsMusicJourney]

Need to show the kids this video and remind them Christmas is next month and dad doesn't need any more mugs.

[@guittarwizzrd]

Yes , A mp1 module would be stellar! They do have a soldano slo module that from the videos I've seen sound killer ! Soldano slo is my favorite sounding amp for a high gain tone . I just can't see paying what they are asking for them . Maybe a synergy system is the way to go . Lots of killer amps out now . I just can't decide what to get .

[@LeonTodd]

I use the Syn stuff a lot - even the 800 module sounds awesome. I still need to try the SLO module as people rave about it

[@danthrax7407]

Oh man you are sooooooooooo good guitar player!! Edit: When a Synergy IICP vs Axe FX3 Mark IIC+ vs real Mesa Boogie mark IIC+?

[@Napalmdog]

As someone who loves the Mesa Studio Preamp, do you think it compares closely enough to it to mark it as a decent in-production replacement?

[@LeonTodd]

I did a video comparing the IICP to my Mark IV and they get really close to one another, so I'd say yes

[@Napalmdog]

@@LeonTodd oh thanks! I did not see that and will obviously watch it! XD Thanks for the awesome channel, you legend you!

[@peterschaefer1665]

Again, thinking about live use... it would be nice if the the switches were at least programmable. In a perfect world, when all modules have been exhausted and released... Synergy will release a two rack space completely programmable tube pre with all of the circuits of all of the modules. Damn.

[@guidobandito4370]

100% agree; an Ada MP1 and a Brian May w treble boost modules would be cool.

[@mesametal8768]

i should have never sold my mp1,,it is one of my regrets selling equipment

[@xthexadvantagex]

Great playing dude!!!

[@LeonTodd]

Thanks so much mate!

[@AlexisGitarre]

Honest Question: If you own a Mark IV would you go Axe Fx III / FM9 or Synergy if it comes to sound and feel? I need something more compact for DI

[@LeonTodd]

I use the Fractal Mark IV a lot and love it

[@AlexisGitarre]

@@LeonTodd thanks Leon! 👍

[@AJDOLDCHANNELARCHIVE]

Sounds killer! Was that Testament? Reminded me of a tune I haven't heard in about 15 years.

[@DeathMetalGuitar]

mk2 C+!! sounds SICK LT!!🤘🔥🤘🔥

[@chriscam23041]

Fantastic homage to Sanitarium.

[@SHREDTILLDEAD]

Do you remember what your power amp prescense and depth , pre sag were at for the demo tones? Do you prefer your power amp precense, or the module's or a balance of both? Just bought a 1985 mesa mark iii no stripe with sr iic+ power section to run this preamp through.

[@LeonTodd]

Both around 11 o'clock from memory. I set the sag so it was only lighting up when I hit the strings real hard. That boogie is going to breathe fire!

[@SHREDTILLDEAD]

@@LeonTodd Dude you have to get the fryette lxii the iicp module as well as the triaxis sound amazing through it, I have the mesa stereo 2:90 , and the lxii sounds better , really comes alive at 9:00 on volume and takes way less rack space.

[@jcspaziano]

Frick....Id love to see this in tandem with the HX Stomp / Helix for Midi switching and effects.

[@mlentwojt]

Yeah, awesome as always... ADA-MP1 would be the holy grail of Extreme`s Funk Metal Tone... Played one years ago and sold it ... I am such an idiot... :-)

[@jlbaxe]

I’m running a OS Metropolis Plexi next syn2 is IICP and a SLO. My IICP will be here tomorrow.. might pull the Plexi out, SLO covers that close enough and put the Morgan AC in. All bases covered. I’ve been bugging Bruce Egnater since 2007 for this module or a MKIII 😂🤘🏻😎🤘🏻

[@LeonTodd]

They finally did it!

[@jonathanwelch809]

That intro demo definitely has a Dream Theater/Metallica vibe

[@ericharbauer]

I'd love to hear a head to head with your studio pre.

[@LeonTodd]

Definitely, I'm going to do this asap

[@neonether]

I second that request...MP-1 or CAE 3+SE!!

[@dannyd.8860]

Best demo of the IICP I've heard. Definitely has me interested in a synergy system. Begs for a shootout with the MkIV!

[@LeonTodd]

SOON!

[@Babook]

Good luck dialing consistently a sound with those teeny tiny EQ sliders! On the original MESA, a small change already makes drastic differences so on those it could be frustrating

[@shanewoodman]

Let's not overlook that bass tone on the demo track. Good lord.

[@nobbynose4254]

cool stuff mate

[@patricetrahan7287]

So triaxis IIC+ (lead 2 yellow) vs synergy IICP? I’m sure you already compared them or thought about it ;)

[@LeonTodd]

I'll do a IICP vs my Mesa stuff vid together soon!

[@Cpt_Adama]

Yea the ADA MP1 and while their at it the JMP-1

[@tlkshowhst]

+1 about the ADA MP-1 preamp module. Make it happen Synergy!

[@wheresallthezombies]

I know this a year old but any chance you could compare this to the new Nueral dsp Mesa mark ii plugin? I used not like Mesa but this new plugin ruined me. Haha. I LOVE the plugin so curious how I can get close to those tones without paying the iic prices. Lol.

[@LeonTodd]

I did a video with the NDSP IIC+ and it sounds the way it should. Using hardware is a fundamentally different beast though.

[@wheresallthezombies]

@@LeonTodd that’s true.

[@markv7249]

Sounded good but I didn't really hear that "of wolf and man" tone.

[@samerbata]

Finally someone who gets the sound of the MB amp. Every review I have seen demonstrated how not to use this preamp. A lot of great lead sounds in those reviews, but rhythm ...meh. Awesome awesome review bud, I am convinced.

[@LeonTodd]

Glad it was helpful! The IIC+ is one of the ultimate thrash machines!

[@samerbata]

@@LeonTodd I love its tone :) I use the Mark IV in Helix for all my sounds and it's great :D

[@wagnernoise]

Leaving a like from the beginning 👍 Amazing sound indeed! Would you compare it with the Triaxis in the future? Cheers

[@LeonTodd]

Yeah I'll do a comparison with the tri, studio pre and Mark iv

[@nathancloud6344]

Bad ass!!!!!!!

[@bananabourbonaenima]

Nice 'NOT-sanitarium' cover...

[@Sodacake]

SaNOTarium.