MXR Rockman X100

[@LeonTodd]

What a time to be alive.

[@godsinbox]

only if you stay clean.

[@sabbster1157]

@@LeonTodd thx Legend. So glad they made this. Original rockmans are expensive

[@matt79hz]

Especially when men can menstruate !!. Amazing hey

[@russellzauner]

honestly i'm more excited about the TRS splitter + tap box MXR showed with their demo this is cool though...but the splitter box...genius.

[@bille77]

Yeah, Trump is President again. Really GREAT times!

[@keeprocking3620]

"Life's too short not to play in stereo" Words of truth, my dude

[@lookmanostrings]

Fast band changeovers and mono IEMs is what's shortening my life LOL

[@Robert_Fordin]

I believe that the world should build a monument to Tom Scholz for this invention.

[@Murphy_R9]

Yeah back in the early 80's when the Rockman first came out at that time guitarist's had nothing to practice late night with until this hit the scene! I still remember first hitting a chord with the x100 with headphones on! I think i played until 5am and skipped dinner that day! I could not put it away. I used to plug in before heading to work first thing in the morning with my cup of coffee!

[@guitarexpert2245]

@@Murphy_R9 Great story!

[@Terrysoddy]

@@Robert_Fordin I do to. He has contributed so much to music and rock and roll

[@hatata]

Before the whole IR craze the Sustainor and the Distortion generator even had Cabinet simulators built in, and this was in 86-87! Regret selling mine back in the 90s. Really ahead of its time.

[@Celticsaint777]

Yes he’s a genius. The fact that he basically recorded the whole first Boston album in his basement studio shows his genius.

[@RobertBakerGuitar]

Just went and immediately bought one! worth it just for the chorus.

[@lyricbread]

Video incoming?

[@LeonTodd]

Oh yeah! Let's hear some Hysteria era tones in a vid!

[@billyc6678]

@@RobertBakerGuitar where?? Please help.

[@lyricbread]

@@billyc6678 Sweetwater.

[@RobertBakerGuitar]

@@billyc6678 I ordered mine from Sweetwater

[@Toehider]

HECK YES Now all we need is a Gallien Krueger 250ML pedal. Awesome demo mate!

[@revylokesh1783]

"Caught somewhere in tiiiiiiime!"

[@lostinpa-dadenduro7555]

I occasionally send them emails to that effect, but never get a reply. 😂 I would buy a pedal, a preamp, or a complete amp reissue.

[@aynakotalaga]

There already is! Master Effects Seventh Son, but it doesn't include the Chorus 😢

[@Murphy_R9]

They seriously need to re-issue that amp!

[@jeffreylbfd]

That amp was/is awesome!

[@shaharbar]

Oooh oooh, now make me an ADA MP-1 mini pedal! And a JMP-1 mini pedal! Let nostalgia live!

[@LeonTodd]

They already did about a decade ago but they went bust :(

[@shaharbar]

@@LeonTodd give George a crack at it…

[@Eddie-o3e]

Tone for days .. WITH MY ADA'S!!!!;

[@robertosaavedra1802]

Ok so you read my mind

[@theouterplanet]

Been waiting 25 yrs for this

[@JeanLeite-d1e]

I've been waiting 50.

[@keeprocking3620]

@JeanLeite-d1e Boromir would've waited 100!

[@JeanLeite-d1e]

@keeprocking3620 In 100 yrs we'd be too broken down to use it lol.

[@kristopherdetar4346]

@JeanLeite-d1eit wasn’t around 50 years ago silly.

[@JeanLeite-d1e]

@@kristopherdetar4346 The sound was!

[@hanovergreen4091]

Ah man. That gets me in my feels for the 80's. Hysteria! and The Outfield! Some "Slippery When Wet" as well. Feel me age I do :). Thanks man...can't go home again but it is nice to remember. Best Regards and Best Wishes! Hey just noticed. Never hear any 3 Lock Box riffs...no Hagar love for you my man? ;)🤣😛😂🤗

[@geoffreymerrifield5666]

The Outfield! Leon, you keep getting more amazing. Great video.

[@shorerocks]

I admit it - I grew up in the 80s. I love that sound. Will definetely get one. Definitely!

[@luisvillarreal5262]

I still have the original X100 Rockman I bought in the early 80’s. Now I want one of these too. Sounds just as awesome, of course with you playing those nice riffs. Great demo, Leon. 🎸🤘🏼👍🏻

[@-vickyspit-]

LOVE the compressed/chorus/over produced sounds of the 80s. Wilson Phillips me baby, I'll love it!

[@christiantamburrino5829]

The Outfield - Your love: Iconic Intro!!!

[@guitarexpert2245]

Tom Shultz genius. When that first Boston album came out in 1976 nothing sounded like it and every song was great. Why Boston isn't in the Rock n Roll Hall of fame is beyond me. This tone is very unique. Instantly know it's the Boston tone.

[@LeonTodd]

Still can't believe it came out in 76 - sounds amazing to this day!

[@ZeFrenchiestFry69420]

Because the RnRHOF is a clown show. Wouldn't know rock and roll if it kicked them in the head

[@larslevinberget9558]

Fun fact: the original Boston sound was actually Barry Goudreau's quite complex guitar-rig, that Tom broke down and streamlined for the first 2 records and tours with inventions like custom switching and the Power Soak :)

[@guitarexpert2245]

@@larslevinberget9558 And yet they still don't like each other

[@larslevinberget9558]

@@guitarexpert2245 for obvious reasons...

[@paulbradshawguitar]

the tones just make me feel happy and nostalgic at the same time, oh and checking prices on Rockman stuff on the used market 😄 you really did this justice Leon, bang on tones here

[@michaeltaylors2456]

Having “lost” mine a few years ago and then casual checking used prices ☠️… happy day

[@nashmanzl]

You are the gear dialing DADDY. Man you get the best out of everything, even canned tones in context.

[@samright4661]

Just listen made my mullet grow back and my guitar turned a neon color

[@LeonTodd]

🤣

[@jimmyloricco2445]

How good is this pedal :) I want at least 3 set on my board. When you played the Outfield riff, it had me excited to hear it all, even on Hysteria, waiting for the D, Dsus4 Cad9 was epic when it hit. Great demo of this thing I have been waiting all my life for. Thank You Leon

[@Piercedaddy1996]

Was not expecting to hear The Outfield, very well done!

[@peterharvin2775]

Following up on what you said about recording: the other guitarist in our band had one of the original Rockmans. He usually played through a small tube amp and I loved his tone. He brought the Rockman in to a recording session, and I hated that thing passionately. But he insisted on using it to record his part, so I gritted my teeth and got on with it. When I got to the mixdown, I was amazed and humbled-- that tone slotted right in perfectly. Scholz was a genius.

[@arnaudstegle5034]

You were the guy for this demo ! Boston/The Rockman ! The sound of my early teenage years ! I remember these blue racks in the shops when it was released. Too complicated and expensive for me. But now avalaible in small format and affordable price ! Definitly a dream come true for me ! It's incredible how it sounds so balanced and versatile straight out of the box with so little controls.

[@Ghaos]

I wish you could see the smile on my face as I'm watching you demo this. I feel my first love is coming back to me. Thanks Leo, and thanks MXR.

[@omnaraiya]

That Hamer was the perfect axe for this demo.

[@des565]

I'm so happy this pedal is available, I will be getting it next payday from Sweetwater. I have a Rockman Soloist that I bought many years ago and love that sound. Now I can get it from my amp and pedalboard. Awesome!

[@dennyclosser8456]

Bringing in the funk! OK that was killer. I swear Leon you are the best pitch man for equipment on the planet. Plus, you’re making my pedal bucket way larger! It definitely brings back that earlier function some, and like you were saying hysteria era crunch. Well done.

[@insignificantforms]

That is a tasty little pedal.... I have a sustainer at home... Haven't found an X100 yet, but will happily use this to bridge the gap.

[@josephrusso7069]

Leon is a legend. I love his passion for guitar.

[@jfmustred]

The pure joy that you display while playing this is pretty infectious! Nicely done!

[@ronaldkirby5888]

The x100 was always a cool sound! Still have my original x100 I've had for forty years.

[@carlroberge7535]

Hell Yeah, bro! Haven't been this excited for a pedal in years! Can't wait for them to arrive in Canada. Great demo as always!

[@msmoniz]

Have you seen the price? $349.99. In Ontario with 13% HST that’s $5 shy of $400! Oooooooof!

[@marcelmaxa5312]

Hi Leon, I already ordered it. Unreal joy. I'll have him home after Sunday. They only had 3 in stock and they are gone. I was lucky. Super video. You're playing great. I love the sound and your videos. Thanks for them.

[@dreamscuba]

Great demo. Wow, these tones bring back memories. I loved how you used the clean tones to tidy up the PRS humbucker. Nice trick. Thank you.

[@Mark_13]

Absolutely love this pedal and will be getting one. Have always been a fan of the chorused distortion sound from years ago.

[@MaxCrush99]

Dude, the visible joy and excitement that you express while Rocking Out is very inspiring. It should be that much fun for everyone. Love your music!

[@lyricbread]

Thank you Leon! Nearly every demo on KZbin has it running through an amp and cab or modeler with an IR. Damn yoots these days. [yells at clouds]

[@almostliterally593]

It sounds far better without another amp or IR

[@keithraaum9559]

Just ordered mine from Sweetwater - can't wait!!!!!

[@LeonTodd]

It's a great piece of kit! You're gonna love it.

[@Shadoweclipse1386]

There have been a lot good demos of this pedal, and some very good players trying it out, but you are perfect dude to try out this pedal!! EDIT: Going further into the video, the only thing I wish that the pedal had was a second footswitch for the mode. But only for live playing. Being able to use the clean sounds and go to the lead sound, without having to lean down to press the little switch would be nice. But for a home player like myself, not necessary either.

[@LeonTodd]

Cheers mate! there's a control jack input so you can change modes with an external switch

[@Shadoweclipse1386]

@LeonTodd Oh, nevermind then! It's perfect :) Great demo!!

[@terryharris2262]

Soon as i heard the first demo, i immediately bought one! Str8 back to my teen years w all the classic tones!

[@cnlbydesign5373]

Another great demo video Leon! I really appreciate your perpetual example of playing with fun and exuberance. Now I need to order one of these! Chris

[@EverettDudgeon138]

Thank you so much for doing this direct. Too many reviews totally skipped the cab emulation and direct recording which was kind of the whole point of the Rockman to begin with.

[@Robozgraggi]

Hell yeah! THE sound of the 80s!

[@JohnRussomJr]

I am completely stoked. And MXR, It's about time and thank you!

[@robtalos4561]

So many iconic tones in this pedal! Excellent Demo and beautiful playing!

[@BobGuido]

Fun! You must have had more fun making this video than any other gear demo Leon. I have the Rockman Sustainer tucked away in my closet. Not Of This Earth was my favorite guitar album for a year or two and I used the Sustainer for my guitar sound when I was a boy. Check out the Billy Gibbons guitar parts on "Rough Boy". Its Rockman Heaven!

[@LeonTodd]

Jeorge Tripps & co nailed this one. Listening to Rough Boy now - of course that's a Rockman! Unmistakeable mids

[@Im_T.O.]

Loved this vid. Brought back a lot of memories. Had the Bass Rockman back in the day. Looked like you had a great time doing this one.

[@prodigalretrod]

The Bass Rockman is a really underrated gem.

[@lowdz68]

Don't really need any words for a review, just the smile on Leon's face is enough.

[@ianfrankis8653]

I love 80s guitar tones, and I probably don't own enough pedals (to circle the equator), so this is on my shopping list. 😊

[@opd7175opd]

Fantastic review… think I need to get one of these to remind me of the Rockman gear, ADA preamp and pointy headstock guitars I used to own. Those were iconic tones that we seldom hear anymore… great video 👍🏻

[@Saxby8six]

Sounds so good over the midnight. Killer playing dude

[@cainm8808]

I had one back when I started playing in the 80s .They gave that Boston tone.

[@Metalguitarpete]

Nice Outfield reference- I knew John Spinks, he lived near me in Kent up to his sad passing. The Outfield are / were completely unknown in the UK! I had no idea who he was when I first met him- a bit embarrassing.

[@denniswilliams2385]

It definitely sounds killer with the added reverb and delay!

[@TaylorDanley]

What a cool idea. Miss my rockman sometimes. Pre “everyone has a computer” era, it was the only way to play guitar in my bedroom at night 😂

[@J96Jacob]

That intro! Pure dreamy magic

[@ripley7t429]

Oh my, brought a tear to my eye. Tony and boys are gone, but their music remains.

[@WeeFreeMan78]

Brother, your demos are simply amazing, no words good enough 👌 Also, that synthwave part, PLEASE give it a life of its own and release it. It would ba a shame for such an amazing track to be lost

[@axeslinger]

Busts out the old school Hamer to boot! Love this channel and you sold me on this pedal. Now to find one...

[@paulwebendorfer5627]

It's so cool that they did this! I had a Rockman when the first came out and it was awesome. Gonna have to pick up one of these.

[@digijams]

Right out of the gates with soaked soloing with a Hamer. Awesome vid!

[@Eliphas_Elric]

I used to have an old school rock man. Tons of fun to play through.

[@virtualscouser]

This. This made me happy. The "Chorus" button should be re-named "Tom" as you can hear classic Boston the second it's activated. Also, I like the ode to "Hysteria" as it was said (by I think Joe Elliot) that he used the old Rockman through a desktop 4 track when writing some of the demos for that record. I think I'm going to buy my first stomp box since I bought my (Brand New) DOD Thrash Master pedal in the late 80s.😁 Thanks for making this great review Leon!🤘

[@Design_everything_gio]

Excellent sound. Iconic. Imagine the possibilities mixed with, say, a walrus SLO

[@jcugnoni]

Fantastic video.. got me very excited. The pedal is not super cheap so I think I will try to emulate those sounds with my gear first and see how close I can get.

[@LesPaulVOS]

Great review. I owned the rock man rack units in the late 80s. Just ordered the pedal.

[@ElevenBravo-vh3os]

Ordered. Can't wait to revisit playing along with that Boston album and others. Scholz made his mark. I was about 17 when I experienced the OG Rockman for the first time, 1988 or so. I was really hitting my stride as a play by ear kid / only could read tabs (when I could find the book) . Wouldn't have had it any other way, gave me a passion and feel for guitar I think lessons would have sapped out of me, the type of learner I am. Thanks for the review, been waiting for this pedal.

[@joukovaananen5951]

I love it!! I used to play through Rockman XP100 stereo combo.

[@MaxCrush99]

Ordered immediately from Sweetwater 👍 Great demo as usual. Still have all my Rockman gear, but this will be easier to get into. I'm hearing Miami Vice music in my head tonight. Maybe I'll get out my jacket tomorrow 😄 if it warms up...

[@carguy3460]

7:15....sold. Nice demo, great 80s solo skillz. Thanks.

[@benjaminlinus2792]

I saw so many people presenting this pedal today. But I immediately clicked on your video.

[@AndorMatus]

My MXR Rockman today arrived. The chorus allone worth the money. You dont need to tweak the pots, push the chorus button and the epic 80s chorus is ready. Amazing!

[@TheGingerBreadMan1987]

I've got a rev10 X100 in mint condition with the box, headphones and manual 💪 super stoked for this pedal

[@MarkYeck-c2y]

I never got it then but totally get it now!! I used to think it’s just a wah pedal set half way with no other features. I was way wrong! Got one on order…

[@stevesorrell9835]

So great 🤘🏼😸🤘🏼 I wish I still had my Rockman. I will have one of these!!

[@martincockburn6821]

pretty much the entire surfing with the alien tone in a box right there !

[@chrisb6561]

Awesome Leon! I'll be buying one of these for sure.

[@FretFriendGWaL]

That guitar is getting a lot of love at the HFC ;) :D

[@david_farmer]

[@cguitarallday]

I still use my rockman it’s amazing how many recordings it was used on. I’m looking forward to picking up one of these mxr pedals

[@KaosII1968]

I still have my whole kit from the nineties ... 9 rock modules and the midi interface. Had it recapped by Rockford restorations in the mid 2000's. I love this pedal. I'm sure I'll order it.

[@funkmachine6420]

Omg finally!!! I've been waiting for this!!

[@WetaGuy]

I’ve wanted something like this since I started playing guitar. Totally unexpected! Getting one right away!

[@remoteuser65]

I can't stop playing with mine....best £250 I've spend in a long time. I am so happy right now. Great video

[@got2rock4]

Great demo definitely getting one of these🎸🔥

[@stevenausten9935]

I can’t wait to get this, been waiting a long time, bring on those Def Leppard licks 👍🎸

[@mjklein]

A few months ago I bought the GOAT Blue Series Sustainor and Stereo Chorus. I have them on my pedalboard with the Helix. I am going to replace them with this pedal because of the control function. With the GOAT Pedals, I have to physically step on both the Helix and the Sustainor to switch sounds. The Helix can send control impulses to this pedal to change modes. That is the game changer for me! Btw, I'm from Boston and I met TS a few times and was privileged to talk with him about guitar sounds. It's great to see that his tonal legacy still stands!

[@thebreakfastmenu]

Sounds sick. But I definitely wish there were left and right outs to go into true stereo pedals, especially delays.

[@Eliphas_Elric]

Just use a TRS cable that splits to two TS cables. Problem solved.

[@gearhippie]

I preordered one a couple weeks ago without a demo - your demo confirmed I made the right call.

[@LeonTodd]

You'll love it!

[@JoeAmaral427]

Very nice demo! Thank you!

[@outernationalstudios]

Ive been waiting decades for this

[@timguntz3119]

You had me at the midnight 🔥🔥

[@JesseN1976]

For the first half of the video I was like “play Hysteria!” Way to keep us in suspense 😂 The dirty tone really surprised me. I also expected that to sound like Def Leppard but I wasn’t getting that. But it definitely IS the Boston sound, especially the Walk On album.

[@mvyper]

That clean oughta be on a MASSIVE number of records. We've just never really realized.

[@jhonfelo]

This is a no brainer for amazing 80s sounds and fun. Leon I'd like to see how you would incorporate it into a pedal board, keen to know where in the signal chain would fit best. Cheers!

[@LeonTodd]

Soon

[@tjmaclean]

I got the Boston album in the 7th grade when it first came out! I love the band Boston, I live in Boston and I love this new pedal!

[@tuesdayzrain]

Great addition to any cover bands setup!

[@paulwhickerthetallvicar]

Sounds great, just takes me back to my youth!

[@transparent6748]

Geez I’ve been waited for years and still don’t understand why it took so long,,thanks to mxr 🙂

[@caseylockwood5512]

Damn you make it sound incredible Leon

[@shawnscott4724]

YES!!! I had the original back in the day. It was the cornerstone of my sound. The chorus is ethereal! The only thing that’s come close to this for me is the Roland JC-120 amp, but to get these tones again at this price? SOLD!!!

[@kennydio]

Omg...what a sound..thats amazing...🎸🎼🤘