Orange Crush 20rt vs. Orange Crush 35rt Solid State Guitar Amp Shootout! | PLAY GUITAR

[@RockHardRiffs]

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[@RockHardRiffs]

Thanks!

[@johnguilbert1349]

I recently picked up the 35RT. I am very happy with it. it gets a good clean tone and sound, and can provide some nice Jazzy warmth. The dirty channel is pretty versatile with the 4 gain stage preamp there are many options to get the distortion you are looking for. I have a NUX Overdrive Pedal to front end it and it really responds well to it on both the clean and dirty channel, and further adds to the versatility of tone and distortion / overdrive level.

[@RockHardRiffs]

Awesome to hear. I agree...great little amps. thanks for your input!

[@Arcade1959]

I tried both in a store. The 20 RT has a softer, warmer sound. The 35RT has a drier sound. For the power the difference is small if you play at home. I have the 20 RT to play Jazz! It is even better and more powerful than the DV Mark Little Jazz.

[@RockHardRiffs]

Perfect!

[@es52]

Man, I am liking your channel! Tough choice. I’m buying one of these tomorrow, Black Friday deal. Just bedroom practice,,, now leaning back towards the 20rt and save a few bucks.

[@RockHardRiffs]

Thanks....really appreciate that. That is a hard call. Go with your gut, I always say. Happy Thanksgiving and don't forget to subscribe if you haven't already. Rock on!

[@es52]

Ordered the 35RT 🤘

[@junglemast3r]

"Today's video we are actually comparing oranges with oranges" 😂

[@lulabecker]

bedum tsss

[@greenfire1960]

i too am a little late to the party! lol good reviews of both amps. i just picked up the orange crush 35rt tonight used but in like new condition! your demo /reviews were a big help! i am looking forward to getting to know this critter well, thanks and love the sabbath!!also subscribed!

[@RockHardRiffs]

Never too late…lol. I’m glad this helped. The 35rt in this video was also used and in great condition. Thank you for subscribing and watching 🎸

[@willredelsheimer5919]

I'm aware I'm late to the game with this video but I wanted to say thank you anyway. Two amps I've had my eyes on a while. Really want the 35rt but trying to convince myself that the 20rt suits my needs fine. I tend to prefer more low-mid and low-end in my mix so the 35rt stands out more but then I've been hearing the certain chime of the 20rt and it speaks to me. Not to mention the price cut.

[@RockHardRiffs]

It's never too late to Rock & Roll, Will....lol. Someone mentioned a few days ago that they picked up a 35rt at a pawn shop for $80.00. If you don't mind a used one...I'd keep an eye out. (both mine were used btw). Thanks for the input!

[@creepinupalleys3859]

20rt plays - *stank face activated* 35rt plays - *stank face and devil horns activated*

[@RockHardRiffs]

Stank me 🎸🎸🎸

[@taketheredpill1441]

The 35rt for me! Keep it up bro!

[@RockHardRiffs]

Legolas Greenleaf ....I'm detecting a trend....all two of you...lol. Thank you for your input my friend!

[@marivics1992]

Definitely like the 35rt better. No Contest!!!

[@RockHardRiffs]

Marivic S one vote for the 35rt. Thanks!

[@speediablo]

20rt sounds dang good for being about $100 cheaper.

[@RockHardRiffs]

@Speediablo 7 Productions Here's another video. A bit better I believe: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oYDPno2jfr9spck

[@dilldozar296]

Like all orange products it’s a win win no matter the model 🍻

[@speediablo]

@@RockHardRiffs Oh my hell, I didn’t read your reply for 1 whole year 🤦🏻‍♂️ the 35rt has much better crunch, and now it’s been over a year, I’d say that it is probably a better deal if you have the money

[@cthunder8502]

@@speediablo obviosly

[@mikeenos4040]

They both sound great and analog too.. The only think lacking is an external speaker out it would get a 10.

[@RockHardRiffs]

Right on Mike…and thanks for watching 🎸

[@grrrahg]

Through my iPad speakers I prefer the 35. It is more open and there is more string definition. It is colder than the 20, but that maybe because he has the bass set slightly higher on the 20 to compensate for speaker and box size? New subscriber. Excellent demo.

[@RockHardRiffs]

Thank you Grr...I appreciate the kind words and thanks for subscribing. Here's another video of the same amps you might like: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oYDPno2jfr9spck

[@EXSENTRIX]

That 10" speaker sounds massive! But I also think they both sound great. I just ordered the OC 20. So I've been watching vids on these amps for days lol. Oh and thanks for playing Sabbath!

[@RockHardRiffs]

I did the same thing searching for these amps....lol. Gotta love Sabbath!

[@EXSENTRIX]

​@@RockHardRiffsSo, I've found my way back here again. I'm ready for the 35rt now lmao! That 8" just isn't doing it for me anymore. Awesome vid man. Thank you.

[@RockHardRiffs]

@@EXSENTRIX welcome back my friend. So you're saying bigger IS better?....lol. I hope that does it for you. Rock on EX!

[@xXChipp3000Xx]

Thanks for the video. I am currently trying to decide which one of these to get, as they are both smaller and either one would be quicker, easier to set up and put away at a moments notice at home. I originally wanted the 20 a few months ago, but after listening to more demos (yours being the last), I think am going to get the 35. It sounds better to me, plus it has that extra feature (Loop). Thanks. (and yes, I just subscribed)

[@RockHardRiffs]

@cae pahpasay good call. Thank you for subscribing!

[@labatman1891]

you are awesome!! made my decision so much easier!! and Glad i came across your channel. Going to check out your tutorials would love to learn some more songs!

[@RockHardRiffs]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@nateperez478]

I’m only going to play that one sabbath song on it and it sounds good so SOLD 💀

[@RockHardRiffs]

Right on. Here's some more just in case ;-) kzbin.info/www/bejne/oYDPno2jfr9spck&lc=UgzxbSMZedw-Bb8A5W14AaABAg

[@baax]

I'm getting the 35 rt for sure!

[@RockHardRiffs]

baax ....it's a killer little amp! Keep in mind the speaker really needs breaking in. Rock on!

[@ponceponce4431]

How do you like it so far

[@AnthonyMonaghan]

I would prefer it if orange would make a version of the 20-RT without the tuner and include and effects loop instead. I'm not a fan of onboard tuners and the fact that there isn't an option without the tuner really bugs me. I like Orange amps, I think this is a great little amp but without an effect loop I feel like there is something missing. Good review...thanks.

[@RockHardRiffs]

Thank you Anthony. I think the question is...do you really need an FX loop? Thanks for watching!

[@AnthonyMonaghan]

@@RockHardRiffs I'd like the option over an onboard tuner, but that's just my taste. I have read the Orange 35 has a buffered effects loop and it's a great addition to the overall usage of the amp. I'd certainly use it, so I guess the answer is yes, I do need an FX loop! HA ha...and round and round it goes. Thanks.

[@RockHardRiffs]

@@AnthonyMonaghan I hear ya and I agree. The thing is...I can't tell you the last time...or any time for that matter....that I used or even looked at the tuner. It's just one of those things that's just....there. As far as the FX loop goes....do you use your own overdrive/distortion pedal? If so...you don't need the fx loop. Delay and reverb need to be the last in the chain. Put your delay pedal (if you use one) after the overdrive and you're fine.

[@williambaker7676]

Thanks for helping me make a decision!

[@RockHardRiffs]

Thanks for watching!

[@morganbucks8423]

Nice Playin' ...have a 20 sounds great!

[@RockHardRiffs]

Morgan Bucks thank you! Great little amps aren’t they? Rock on!

[@SuperciliousLLC]

This is actually my favorite review of these amps. Thanks + #loveandHUNDREDS

[@RockHardRiffs]

Thanks for watching!

[@mikec6733]

Big difference in how feel/sound. The extra size matters, IMO. (bigger better) Though the little one seemed better defined on the first dirty sample.

[@RockHardRiffs]

Great little amps either way ya go. Thanks for watching!

[@mikec6733]

@@RockHardRiffs I'm looking at BOSS Nextone Stage, on sale for $399.99 new. Do you have any opinion on these? I think they have lots of knobs that barely change the sound, but maybe all those subtle changes might be fun. The general tone is kind of unique. Not "great" but I think I might like it.

[@mikec6733]

I fixed my mistake. It's Stage, not Artist.

[@RockHardRiffs]

Mike C I can’t speak from experience, so I really can’t say, but I’m sure you know boss makes great products. One thing, though...I really stress to hear them in person. I wouldn’t make a judgment via KZbin. I just made a video about this topic. Coming soon. I hope I’m not insulting your intelligence. Just a friendly reminder 🎸

[@mikec6733]

@@RockHardRiffs No insult whatsoever !!!! Thanks for getting back. Your advice is very sound(no pun intended), BUT, I might just take a chance based upon KZbin videos for the following reasons: My mind is very unwieldy, I might like something one day and not like it the next. I find value in receiving something that is less than ideal, then loving it anyways. (think of the Christmas tree in the classic Peanuts cartoon) I might just take my best shot (at amp selection) then just deal with whatever I get. (to avoid the stress of really listening, deciding snd paying $ as a single daunting entity) Playing electric guitar at all is a pretty amazing thing. All this describes my tendencies toward making this decision, BUT, I also value making an excellent choice and being truly happy with the tones. This is how it stacks up for me personally, most of the time.

[@TwistedIdentity]

I tried both today and flipped back and forth multiple times for like 2 hours...I can't decide which one to buy. :P They're both awesome in their own way. 35 has more balls to it but the 20 has a teeny bit more chimeyness to it I find. And I like it bright. Based on your experience which one do you prefer and why?

[@RockHardRiffs]

Wrath Oskvro It depends on your needs and budget. If you're using it to practice at home or maybe with a drummer with an electric set at most (volume)...and your budget is at its limit...the 20 watt is fine. If you're jamming in a band or playing out in some fashion, and need more volume....you like to use an FX loop and have a few bucks extra to spend....the 35rt may be a better choice. Please keep in mind, when new....either amps speakers need to be broken in. You may still need to mic the 35 watt in a band situation, as well. I hope this helps! Let us know what you chose!

[@TwistedIdentity]

Thanks bud :) Will do. Also great video. As for budget I've got the means to get either one. I'm tempted to just buy both and then return the one I don't like as much a couple days later. They both have their own little character to them. Of course I'm sure you know that already haha

[@RockHardRiffs]

Wrath Oskvro best idea yet. Thanks for the kind words! Please subscribe if you haven’t!

[@TwistedIdentity]

Done

[@RockHardRiffs]

Wrath Oskvro whatta guy! I have quite a few videos with this amp if you have a chance. Thanks again!

[@star4dreamers]

I find one neither better than the other; they compliment each other. The bigger speaker adds clarity and natural ambiance while the smaller speaker gives a much more glassy tube growl and grit to the sound...in miniature, it is like comparing a gt-75 to a vintage 30

[@RockHardRiffs]

Both are very popular for sure

[@krailanuar]

Both good but if want using effects so better buy CR35RT and if just play at home and studio and want pure analog buy CR20/CR20L/CR20RT...

[@RockHardRiffs]

Thanks for your input and thanks for watching!

[@paultaegel5641]

What’s your reasoning behind not giving an opinion? It’s hard to hear the differences on my phone.

[@RockHardRiffs]

Hi Paul. My reasoning is to not have any undue influence on anyone else's opinion. You hear what you hear....mic'd and unmic'd. And what you're hearing is very, very close to the real thing. The questions in my mind would be....do I want an FX loop? Do I prefer an 8" or 10" speaker? How much can I afford? My answer to these questions is I prefer the 35rt. I also bought it used at a very good price. I hope this helps.

[@MrAlsfan5]

Wow, Blackbird! I haven't heard that for a few decades. Great chords and you did it perfectly.

[@RockHardRiffs]

MrAlsfan5 ....Well.....I don't now about perfectly, but I do appreciate the kind words! Check for a link in the description to learn to play Blackbird if you're into it!

[@MrAlsfan5]

@@RockHardRiffs I will check that out, thanks, as it really is another one I want to learn. I always wondered why the Beatles used such strange chord patterns. They were big time into minor-major seventh chords. About the only thing I liked about it was that I learned new chords, lol. Now the Stones believed in the KISS (keep it simple stupid) way of music. Their songs were great and so fun to play. Anyhow, that's all the whining that I'll do this morning. Thanks again for Blackbird. I'll give it a bash.

[@RockHardRiffs]

MrAlsfan5 Rock on my man!

[@tdelam]

I have the 20rt, sounds great! I think i am going to buy a bigger one though! Great video, thanks for the comparison. You should show the settings you are using for both :) I subscribed

[@RockHardRiffs]

Thanks Trevor....really appreciate it. Here are a couple more videos. One is an un-mic'd demo of both again...and another in how I dial in an amp. Here ya go: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jnvFaZKEicqgqMU and kzbin.info/www/bejne/oYDPno2jfr9spck Rock on my friend!

[@tdelam]

Rock Hard Riffs thanks man!

[@isaiahfurrow7414]

I've had the 35RT on my short list for quite some time... as it is one of the smallest/cheapest options with an FX loop... Wondering if it's the way to go, or if i need to be looking at bigger and more expensive options with a 12" speaker...

[@RockHardRiffs]

@Isaiah Furrow I'd ask myself a few questions I guess. Do I need an fx loop? Am I gigging or jamming in my home? Am I playing with other people? Here are my answers if I were asking myself. No...I don't need an fx loop...at all. If it's just me in my house...this amp is plenty. Jamming with others....solid state can get lost in the mix. Either more wattage or tube amp or P. a. Is a 12' speaker(s) necessary? Not really no. I hope this helps!

[@isaiahfurrow7414]

@@RockHardRiffs , thanks for your reply. I will give you a bit more info, so you'll better understand my line of thinking... My household is very new to guitar, but it's me, and 3 kids.... 2 of my kids really LOVE music, as do I. I'm a mobile DJ, so have a good bit of PA and audio gear, I'm just not a musician. My son, 12, wants a drumset, and isn't as interested in guitar, so someday we will have one of those, as I've always been into percussion, amd we have like 5 hand drums. My 9 year old daughter loves music, she has a keyboard, and asked for an acoustic guitar for her birthday, so she has that now too. My youngest is 6, but she loves music a lot too, she's just really young. Never to young to play with noisemakers though....lol We have a Squier Mini, 3/4 size Strat... and a Marshall MG30CFX with the add-on footswitch. This seems to have been a good choice to get us started, as it can make a good variety of sounds without adding traditional pedals. One of the reasons for looking into another amp, is so we could get a second electric guitar, and we could play around with them together... One of the reasons for wanting an FX loop, is to add time based stuff at some point, whether it be a Flashback or Hall of Fame pedal, or via a multi-effects like Mooer GE200, or Headrush Gigboard..... a second use for the FX loop is for adding a looper station, my 9 year old really wants to start doing looping covers once she gets good enough at playing(im guessing a couple years down the road). A looper could also be a great practice tool. Someday we might be jamming alongwith others, or with a drum set, but there's no reason i couldn't mic up the guitars and put those through a couple floor monitors, as I have 90% of what is meeded for that already, minus a couple SM57 or similar microphones. .... I checked out a 35RT about a year ago, and i think it would play nicely next to our Marshall...it really did sound nice, and full/round/warm sounding.... With that in mind, what are your thoughts? And any recommendation for a humbucker/LP style guitar that would be affordable enough to not worry about handing it over to a kid, but decent enough to be playable and not discourage a new player? Looking at the Epiphone Slash AFD, Epiphone Les Pauls, or possibly one of the Harley Benson LP copies....but also plan to look into other brands of humbucker guitars... With

[@RockHardRiffs]

It sounds like the 35rt will be just fine. If you aren't aware, you can find great deals on Reverb.com for new and used gear. I've made several demos with different Epiphone guitars if you'd like to watch. I love mine. I don't know anything about Harley Benton's except for what I see on occasion here on KZbin. It sounds like you have everything pretty much covered!

[@Giraph_1]

Hi, thank you for the video. I've the 20rt, does the bigger speaker on 35rt make a huge difference? I can heard a difference, but it's always a KZbin video with compression. Thank you if you can say me if the différence is real or not.

[@RockHardRiffs]

I know what you mean. This may be a better example. Yes you do hear a difference. If you want my preference...I'd go with the 35rt if possible. Rock on!

[@dsalbert9572]

Both sound great- I liked the 35rt better though- seemed to have more presence and boldness. I'm starting to really dig on these Orange Amps- wanna get something to start jamming again (first by myself, then hopefully start up a band..!) Sifting through getting one of the Orange models, Fender Champion 100, or Boss Katana 50. I keep bouncing to the Oranges- the tone, warmth, and simplicity I like. Gotta try one of them....

[@RockHardRiffs]

@Dave/Suz Albert thank you for viewing and subscribing....really appreciate it! Yes these Oranges sound really, really good! I haven't played thru a Champ in years and never thru a Katana so I have no input there. Best of luck and keep us posted!

[@rymusika6133]

Nicely done! If I may say personally i think the oranges is better than the oranges…🤣 Your review really help me to choose wisely now…thank you & for that I’ve subscribed too…all the way from 🇲🇾🤘🏻 #rockon

[@RockHardRiffs]

Hi RY...I'm glad this helped and thank you for watching and subscribing. Rock on!

[@baax]

Nice job on the Sabbath mate!

[@RockHardRiffs]

baax .....thanks mate!

[@rareform6747]

That song was rushed without soul !

[@RockHardRiffs]

Rare Form oh My God!

[@sethking3]

🔥🔥🔥🤙🏻

[@RockHardRiffs]

Thanks Sid 🎸

[@bhs8732]

My stomach and ears go for 35rt, but the size eyes and family go for 20rt 🤔...

[@RockHardRiffs]

you won't lose either way! thanks for the funny comment!

[@bhs8732]

Rock Hard Riffs 🤠🎸🎻, I have to think few more weeks before I purchasing 35rt or 20rt... 😀 thanks for good reviews 👍

[@RockHardRiffs]

you're very welcome and thank you! We have lots more to come....please subscribe if interested!

[@bhs8732]

Rock Hard Riffs I listening to my stomach and ears🎸🤠 next week I will unbox the 35rt

[@RockHardRiffs]

@@bhs8732 awesome. Let us know how you like it and please keep in mind the speaker needs to be broken in!

[@13Hangfire]

Don't these amps have built in tuners?

[@EvmEvm-q3g]

35rt up Yes

[@turinhorse]

wish the demo was with solidbody

[@benoitbrule1893]

Is this made out of plywood or cheapo mdf or presswood ??

[@RockHardRiffs]

By the weight of them, I'd say plywood. I can pick up the 35rt with one finger pretty much.

[@benoitbrule1893]

@@RockHardRiffs thanx bro !!😉

[@janihuon1498]

Great vid👏👍😁

[@RockHardRiffs]

@John Hancke thank you!

[@janihuon1498]

@@RockHardRiffs you're welcome, it really helped me out, now I finally know what to buy 😁

[@RockHardRiffs]

John Hancke awesome! I’m very glad this helped you. That’s the entire point! Please subscribe if you enjoy our channel!

[@janihuon1498]

@@RockHardRiffs subscribed and turned on the bell, thank you for this awesome vids 👍😁

[@RockHardRiffs]

John Hancke thank you buddy. Lots more to come! New videos every Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday morning. Rock on!

[@robertevans2143]

I have the 35rt. Hate it. And way too much noise on the gain channel especially at higher volumes. Also better off with the 20rt if you only play at home. The 35 is way too loud.

[@ivandalegundran6535]

Subscribed!

[@RockHardRiffs]

thanks Dale. I see you left another comment, but it may have gone to spam which I can't access. Rock on!

[@ivandalegundran6535]

@@RockHardRiffs yes maybe bec. I mentioned a brand haha YT blocked it for advertising policy I guess. Thanks and rock on!

[@savin9424]

4:10 which song solo is this???? pls help

[@savin9424]

im sure its sabbath's

[@RockHardRiffs]

It's War Pigs. Thanks for watching!

[@savin9424]

@@RockHardRiffs Right. Thank you👍

[@cagataykorkmaz1034]

How do they take dirt pedals?

[@RockHardRiffs]

Çağatay Korkmaz great question. I’ve only used a Strymon Sunset with it...and it sounds awesome. Great pedal. I hope this helps!

[@cagataykorkmaz1034]

@@RockHardRiffs alright thanks. I have a tubescreamer clone and a mxr il torino. I should try them on the crush 20 in some store. The thing is though, since this doesnt have a fx loop, i wonder how it would react with reverb / delay. I am planning to taks the dirty tones from the pedals, so theoretically it should be fine. Anyways, i have another question. How did you dial in the amp for the strymon? Did you use clean channel? How was the knobs looking? If you remember of course, its been sometime, i guess.

[@RockHardRiffs]

Çağatay Korkmaz maybe look for a lightly used 35rt? (Both of these were bought used) if money is an issue. Thanks for subscribing!

[@cagataykorkmaz1034]

@@RockHardRiffs im actually looking for used ones, for both models. But the used 35rt prices are double or almost triple of the crush 20 prices. Actually it reminds me of another question, what should i look for, when buying second hand crushes? I found one that is usedd for 3 years, seen a couple of gigs and missing the gain knob, but the pot is still working. Listendd to it, too, the owner had some videos playing with it. Sounded decent, but it was all high gain stuff. Im more of a blues player, occasionally some rock, like qotsa. So clean sound is very important for me aswell. And actually thank you for all these videos, especially about orangs crushes, and thanks again for answering my questions.

[@RockHardRiffs]

Çağatay Korkmaz you’re very welcome. That’s the entire point of the channel! There are so many different amps these days....almost too many to choose from. It seems new ones come out every day. Have you looked at the Boss Katana or the JOYO (I think) amps? The amps here were barely used...and I mean barely. Anything other than that...I’m not sure I’d buy it

[@iancurrie8844]

I couldn't focus on what you were saying about the amps because of that rendition of blackbird. Yikes.

[@RockHardRiffs]

Ian Currie yikes?

[@cesarlima88]

I think the sound the same

[@RockHardRiffs]

@Cesar Lima they are very, very close for sure. The 35rt has a bit fuller sound to it, due to the 10" speaker. I hope this helped!

[@ivandalegundran6535]

@@RockHardRiffs I subscribed by the way! Yeah. The 35s give a better clarity on the higher pitched notes! But they are nearly on par with each other!

[@Kreioftze]

whats the first dirty song that he plays i forgot the name of the song and i hate that

[@daghetto101]

War Pigs?

[@rareform6747]

Add the reverb

[@RockHardRiffs]

Rare Form don’t forget to tip your waitress...thanks!

[@mikec6733]

Where are the apples? Lol

[@RockHardRiffs]

I ate 'em ;-)

[@ulisessolis3182]

Those are phones (and overrated), we are here for amps