NAMM 2012 Bugera Amp Shootout

An up-close demo with the INFINIUM amps, live from our Bugera Lounge at the NAMM Show 2012...

[@FernandoRoma]

6262 - 0:52 6260 - 1:12 1990 - 1:35 1960 - 1:52 Trirec - 2:08 333XL - 2:34 333 - 2:54

[@vlagtr]

That 1960 sounds so clear even in high gain. Love it!

[@ThePeaveyGeneration]

I really dig this demo. It's probably the clearest and most concise bugera head demo I've seen. I was always interested in the 1960 and the 1990, but The sound of the 333XL and especially the Trirec are absolutely massive! I really would like to see some totally in depth stuff with the Trirec. I had no idea the thing had such a brute tone with all that versatility.

[@obwangkenobi]

They all sounded pretty good, clean distortion, not overly fuzzy and such. Great guitar riffs man!

[@KjellBerg81]

I really like the sounds of the trirec and the 333xl. They really seem to cover almost any musical situation.

[@Thomohawk21]

I think I broke the replay button! ;) AMAZING sounding amplifiers. I'm waiting to order a 333XL but in this particular shootout, the TRIREC seems to be beckoning me..

[@BorgoDrums]

List, so you can compare the ones you prefer one to one : ) 0:52 - 6262 1:12 - 6260 1:35 - 1990 1:51 - 1960 2:08 - Trirec 2:34 - 333XL 2:53 - 333

[@thedaybreakproject]

Thanks for that. My band is just blown away by your amps btw. We've just started using them about 6 months back, and we've been amazed consitently. Hope everything goes well for you guys in the future.

[@bugera-amps]

The cleans on the 333XL are AWESOME. The most versatile amp in our lineup at this time. :)

[@tylerhiermusic]

They all sound fucking amazing. I can't wait to just buy one of each.

[@bugera-amps]

@FinnFlame Your concerns are understood. Basically, the low prices come from the fact that we own our own factory, and we buy components in super-high quantities, so that we can deliver our products at a much lower price point. :)

[@SRKanai1]

I've said it before and I'll say it again, I've used my Bugera amps all over the world both for live and studio purposes and they have always been great. I regularly have other pro's coming up to me asking what I'm playing to get my tone and it never gets old to see their face drop when they find out that they unwittingly liked my $600 head better than their $3500 head. And before anyone says anything, I am not paid by, do not work for, and am not endorsed by Bugera in any way shape or form.

[@bar2127]

FYI....I heard all the rumors about Bugeras breaking down when they first came out but I had to comment that I have been steady gigging a 333XL for the last 3 years without any issues whatsoever. I always took a backup just in case but never had to use it. Only retubed to JJ's.

[@bugera-amps]

We're also very eager to get the TRIREC happening as well! There have been some tech and material delays, but we're hoping to get those ironed out and have the amp shipping this Summer! Thanks for the suggestion about MIDI switching on these amps. AFAIK there are no plans for that as of now, but the future is unwritten. :) Take care!

[@bugera-amps]

@fusiondude1 Thanks for the feedback. Once one of the TRIREC production models lands in our Seattle office, an in-depth demo will be near the top of our list!

[@RatedRKO92]

The 6262 Infinium sounds like the "All-Around" METAL BEAST!

[@ronjr4268]

Thanks bugera, love your stuff....

[@Marathonmarch]

I liked the 1990 infinium and the 333xl

[@insertpie]

6260 for me...Honorable mention to the 1960!!..Can see some great 90's grunge tunes played on that!!

[@bugera-amps]

6262 has individual EQ for each channel. 6260 has a shared EQ. Hope this helps! :)

[@bugera-amps]

@atomik21 333XL-INFINIUMS have been shipping for a few months and have been available from several online dealers. In fact there are already a handful of user demos on KZbin.

[@bugera-amps]

Thanks for the kind words! Don't have the EQ settings available unfortunately.

[@liebemacher66]

Hi Leif. I met you at the bugera lounge on sunday namm before the convention closed. We found the lounge by luck. We were talking about my "other amp" how there was too much bass and other stuff. I can't believe how awesome the trirec sounded. I don't know if it will ever be available here but can't wait to get it and use it on my solo album. Frickin' bitchin' lounge by the way.

[@RobinStrower]

Great line of great sounding amps. Cheers, Robin :o)

[@hiya6972]

I love bugeras. I have a 6262 and it's a beast! Out of these i'm obviously partial, but the trirec sounded awesome. And I'd love to get one with the infinium technology, if it's what I've heard it is.

[@AlmostBluesBand]

Wish they would do a video that showed some versatility and sustain of these amps, rather than just chugging through everything.

[@ziggystardust48]

I've recently bought a Bugera 333XL Infinium Amp (I've waited nearly 2 years) = Totally Awesome Amp Head! Versatile, flexible and can play any style of music.Brilliant amp. I Love the visceral unearthly sounds of the Trirec - But Bugera Have Not Released Them Anywhere in the World for nearly 2 years! Why? Q: Please, Bugera, when are you going to release the TRIREC Infinium Amp Head?

[@thedaybreakproject]

Hi, I'vew just bought the 333xl inf. Great - xcheap and great again. I haven't tried mixing or changing out tubes yet, but it is very nice. BE AWARE - tube amps are delicate. If it's your first tube amp, reap up.

[@jamiem1]

The TriRec and the 6262 wins it for me. The 333XL not bad at all either!

[@AVguitarchannel]

I have a 333... This is for sure a EXELENT AMP (better than most marshalls)

[@bugera-amps]

Absolutely!

[@leifrowberg]

@liebemacher66 Glad you found the booth. We need to do a better job of making the location obvious (starting with posting Behringer and Bugera in the directory, not Music Group). I'm also very anxious for the Trirec to finally see the light of day. It's going to turn the market on its head.

[@pskemster]

It's a toss between the 333 and the 1960, They all sound killer.

[@bugera-amps]

It should sound great for those kinds of tones! Classic hard rock/metal is what the 1960 is built for!

[@bugera-amps]

@Anyth2ng The V55HD is still around. :) This vid was intended to showcase all of the new INFINIUM amp heads.

[@DarrenSMusic]

I've owned a Bugera 333XL and I'd go for that over the Trirec. The XL switch adds so much more to the tone than the gain channels on the Trirec in my opinion. Although the temptation of the extra features on the Trirec is very tempting EG Varipower, choice between diodes/valves/both and the 3 modes per channel. Shame each mode isn't footswitchable :(

[@bugera-amps]

That tube should work great in both amps. Sound quality should be consistent with most 6L6 tubes. Lots of good, strong bass.

[@DivorcedFL]

The 6262 killed it for pure metal. Made the others sound ordinary by comparrison.

[@mzungueriki]

I am sure there are differences in these fine amps but they are subtle or I am partially deaf from going to two of Leif's concerts. I will say the guitar playing is really good. give the guy more air time man.

[@orgeus]

@kromekrush Yea, Bugera is just great. I loved the sound of 6262 since I first heard it.

[@bugera-amps]

There isn't an indicator for pre-amp tubes. Since pre tubes don't require biasing, you can go ahead and swap one out if you need to. (Make sure the amp is powered down first!)

[@bugera-amps]

@ennspek That's correct as of now, although the 1990 also has a pentode/triode half-power switch.

[@Anyth2ng]

The 1960 sounds like a beast! Powerful. They all sound great. What happened to the Vintage v55hd???? Love that amp.

[@bugera-amps]

Can't go wrong with either!

[@pietdepsi]

The 6262 sounds the best to me personally :D

[@NervousFlashlights]

I need to know who your lawyers are. They must be really good.

[@bendari]

BUGERA. Rock On.!

[@bugera-amps]

@ibanezmantony No exact date on the TRIREC as of yet, but this summer is a possibility. I agree that the 1960 is killer!

[@jimigrunge]

Hey, what about the Magician? Thats what I've been waiting to hear a good demo of.

[@bugera-amps]

Just as a combo for now, although we have received many requests for a head version. :)

[@andyj2012]

alright Bugera, ive been waiting patiently for the release of the Tri-Rec..WHERE IS IT?!?!?!

[@cortarelva]

They all sound great but i want the Trirec been waiting two years for that amp. Maybe a Magician Head would be cool and a tube power amp for the near future.

[@RatedRKO92]

If you made the Magician available as a head, I would buy two!

[@victorverg]

Got my 6260-212 today. Let it warm up, played for a couple of minutes, heard a loud pop and no more sound. What could be the problem? This like this shouldn't happen right out of the box. I bought the amp believing that there could never be as many problems as you read about, but now I'm not that convinced anymore...

[@bugera-amps]

The newer 1960-INFINIUM can get as clean or as dirty as you want. :)

[@austinfailz]

6262, 333XL and Trirec sounded the best.

[@bugera-amps]

We don't have international pricing readil;y available, I'm afraid. Get in touch with a dealer in your region!

[@bugera-amps]

@SuperGuitarMark I am not quite sure what the issue is with your local GC. It might be an issue with the distributor they buy from? I know several online dealers will be receiving the amps. Perhaps you may be able to order elsewhere?

[@Blaine748]

I think they all sound awesome.. Very fond of the 333 and 333XL ...where was the Magician?? :))

[@bugera-amps]

Any 12AX7 type tube can be used in the preamp section, as well as 12AU7, 12AT7, 12AY7, etc.

[@ennspek]

Ok thanks for the reply. Looks like I'm saving a Tri-Rec. It was that or the 333XL for me soundwise.

[@thedaybreakproject]

Followed ur advice on the powertubes in my 333xl and 1990 Inf - sounds great. What can be done in the preamp sections? Can you mix tubes there too, and what exactly can you mix? Do they all have to be the same and what types of tubes can be fitted? Thanks again, love your stuff....

[@FinnFlame]

Hi Bugera! I have been a bit sceptical of the 333xl infinium. All the specs seem great and being a 3-channel amp, it's totally the kind of amp that I need. Especially the infinium system that multiplies the lifespan of valves is really big plus. My scepticism comes from the price. It's really cheap, in comparison to the specs. So my question is: How is it possible that 333xl inf. is so cheap? On paper it seem like a dream machine, but the super-low price raises some doubts.

[@hutchfromba]

When are you going to do your combo amps shootout . I'm , along with a lot of other people , am very interested in the Magician INFINIUM . I play Blues & Blues/Rock with Gibson 490t & 490r Pups on a LP .

[@bugera-amps]

BUGERA speakers!

[@xander4644]

1990 was the best

[@TheManglerPolishDeathMetal]

333xl kicks ass all the way

[@rokonikolic9047]

it's high time you make a bvv3000 video!

[@nicktshredz]

Makes me wonder why I bought a JSX when I could have gotten 2 heads and a cab for the same price....

[@vlagtr]

Tri Rec did it for me.

[@DROPD5150]

6262 HANDS DOWN!!!!!

[@leifrowberg]

@fusiondude1 I did an audio demo like a year ago that has some clean samples. Search for Bugera Trirec and you should find it.

[@jeremybjackson79]

Any plans to have Micheal do video's again for the new line? I just didn't care much for TTK's review of the 1960 infinium.

[@Possum_Wagons]

I can't really tell, what is the difference between the 6260 and the 6262? Also ,I'm dying to get my hands on a Trirec. That amp sounds really really nice to my personal tastes!

[@SuperCalvinScott]

The all sound awesome but, where's the Magician? I want that amp...

[@RowenCx4]

6260 for me sounded the best

[@ralphsivan]

wooooww this is killer tone, real amazing!! i own a mesa mark 5 and im going to get the bugera 6260!! what is the eq set up on this demo on the 6260?

[@TheResonating]

dude I have the 333xl (not infinium though) and all I use is the clean tone with my pedals....man it sounds so great!!! if you want you can look at my videos and see for your self

[@bigdave6331]

id crank that 1960 for some acdc

[@TheMetaldude5]

man, ive been having such a tough time deciding what i want XD idk if i want the tri rec or the 333xl........ either way i have to wait till xmas time :/

[@AFKProductionsCata]

Definately the 6262, seeing as the trirec is voiced to be a looser amp. an overdrive before the amp will tighten both of them up a lot of course.

[@Aramgeddon]

you guys should build bugera 4x12 cabs with celestion vintage 30s when will the TRIREC be available in europe?

[@MattPurkis]

bugera need to make a cab loaded with some nicer speakers. the heads are amaizing , but the cabs leave something to be desired. just my thought. i played my 6262 through an orange cab with vintage 30's and it blew mine outa the freikin water.

[@myamusu]

I'm really digging the 333xl. And I'm looking at picking up the 212. But as much as I love my metal I love my blues and funk. How well does it handle cleans? I'm playing a strat w/ coil tapped dimarzio rails. Would I be able to get close to that classic single coil chime?

[@myamusu]

@bugera Thanks for the quick response. I have another question. I've recently started looking into installing a piezo system into one of my electrics. It is my understanding that it is best to send the acoustic signal to an acoustic amp. However, I'm not entirely thrilled with the prospect of having to purchase 2 amps. How would the 333XL handle an acoustic signal. Are there any Bugera amps that would handle it well?

[@drankurbaruah]

Mine is the infinium one..

[@bugera-amps]

@jboner668 No Magician in this video, as it's a combo.

[@jeremybjackson79]

Are you planning on someone doing a demo of each one like the older ones with Micheal? Must say, the one TTK did for the 1960 infinium sucked.

[@drankurbaruah]

Hi..I ordered the 6260 212 combo a couple of days back.can hardly wait to receive it. One question: the infinium points out which power tube to replace by lighting up the numbered lights...how does one figure out which preamp tube to replace if one of them decides to stop working?

[@PetersenPictures]

Leif can wail!

[@PAINFOOL13]

SWEET !!! I own 2 Bugera,s

[@Blaine748]

I also have a midi switching system that I like to use with changing the amp channels, and I plan on also getting a 333XL.. Can you at least provide a pin out diagram for the footswitch cable telling which pin commands which function? (..that way I can get a custom cable made to connect my midi A/B switchers)

[@mrTheTMan1]

Hey.. hey Bugera... 2 questions... 1. which is louder? Trirec or 6262? ..... 2. will the trirec ever be available in the USA?

[@SixStringViolence]

333xl, 6260 and trirec for me!

[@GuitarRazze]

I would by the magician if it could be in head version...

[@myheartbleednomore]

compre el 6262 infinium ¿Es normal que parpaden los imdicadores de las valvulas aveces? No es siempre. Tengo 2semanas con el cabezal. En el manual no mencionan nada sobre parpadeos.

[@Steveisnothereanymore]

would you recomend the bugera g20 or the t50?. i play live and want a rock-metal sound, maybe boosted solo with a tubescreamer

[@ennspek]

Would I be right in thinking only the tri-rec has the variable power?

[@martinromero8693]

I am getting a trirec used . I just hope that nothing is wrong with it. Idon't want to be on the disappointed list.

[@MichaelRigsbyHammer]

Martin Romero you won't.

[@justinhuff4285]

Are you plugging straight into the amps, or you have any equalizer or tubescreamer in the effects? I only ask because i am very shocked at how amazing these amps sound!

[@zombiehuntingrocker]

Does the 1960 have a good amount of clean headroom?