REVV G20 Clean and High Gain Channels!

[@kevindavid37]

It‘s absolutely perfect to use only those „three chords“ for a demo. Everyone knows what these chords sound like and it gives you some sort of consistency so we all can imagine really well what the amp controls actually do. Thank you man!

[@rdrake316]

I take it you aren't of the Rob Chapman school of amp demonstrations.

[@kevindavid37]

@@rdrake316 Rob Chapman sucks.

[@marcaononymous]

I've seen a bunch of dudes reviewing the G20, but your tone choices are the best sounding and most clarifying of them all.

[@Taylor-kd6lr]

Damn what a killer player you are Shawn. I absolutely love your style. Your demo videos are among my favorites. I can’t wait for a “Demolition” part two.

[@RevvAmps]

The lead on the McCarty 58 was dope! Love it, dude.

[@utubehound69]

Would you guys suggest plugging in Revv G2-G3-G4 petals into the return of a Tube amp as a preamp?

[@utubehound69]

Btw I really think the square logo is much better than the oval logo. just my opinion it fits Revv much better.

[@RevvAmps]

@@utubehound69 You can and lots of people do use them that way - I would say I personally usually prefer them into the front of a tube amp as long as its clean channel is reasonably good.

[@AZFunk]

Love this new generation of Amps (D20, Suhr PT-15, this one) that have the cross-functional angle and these Revv amps are at a great price.

[@LeonTodd]

So many tasty licks and tones. I think I need a towel.

[@flinto2002]

Indeed!

[@wakjob961]

jayzus...you're as bad as me...never bored with gear vids!

[@LeonTodd]

@@wakjob961 I actually watch these to steal licks. Tubbs is like a library for tasty stuff!

[@mykeharrison8353]

My 14-year-old self is back in the 90s rewinding Violet Burning records trying to figure out what the heck you’re playing. Meanwhile, here in the future, my favourite player is posting gorgeous videos (videos!) online that I can slow down and watch at my leisure. Take that, 14-year-old me!

[@michaelpal7641]

"And yes, I know only three chords"....Well yes, but they are the "Right" three chords and you make them sound GREAT!!!!👍👍👍

[@hetrickaj]

Love the production value on this. Very well done job!

[@jacquesbureau5294]

Thanks for demoing this amp without playing super high end stuff! Great video

[@rudiekazu]

Man i luv it when he cuts loose....

[@JamesRussoMillas]

I've really fallen in love with Revv's gain tones. I think I would take this over a Suhr PT-15

[@jakollee]

Killer soloing on the McCarty!!! Love the opening composition, very heavy. And I dig the sky-blue Schecter! (Is that new? I don't recall seeing it.) Great demo all around (as usual), wish I could give multiple thumbs-up.

[@ShawnTubbs]

Thanks so much! I don't normally go for the heavy style playing. I'm delicate and tend to bruise easily!! That Schecter isn't mine, it belongs to a friend. Nice guitar!

[@jakollee]

@@ShawnTubbs Well, the heaviness suits you on this one, and seems to have inspired some especially hot licks!

[@adamcaveproject8299]

ah man, killer runs in there Shawn. So good....you da man!

[@TaylorSchlupp]

Dude that sounds amazing!

[@johnfritzenjr.1240]

Your phrasing is amazing

[@normjones6916]

Hey great playing and informative. Thanks for taking the time :)

[@howardsloane3790]

Good to see you at NAMM 2020 !

[@LucDiGiuseppe]

The NJ Schecter, nice!! Man, you were ripping on that MC 58.

[@presvis20]

Impeccable playing......

[@briankoaks]

Nice job man!! As always best demo's on the web.

[@kostisk8914]

They should totally check Hook amps and get those programmable pots in this amp. Nice playing as always!

[@rangerdoc1029]

Man, can't decide between this or the PT15. Features are the same. Price is similar. Killer review. Love your style.

[@ShawnTubbs]

Thanks so much for the kind words. The PT15 and the G20 are both great amps. The one major point is that the G20 does have the Two Notes embedded software with reactive load and the MT15 doesn't.

[@quintondeanmusic]

Ooo that sexy looking Nick Johnston Signature Schecter. Nice demo. Revv has been killing it lately

[@ShawnTubbs]

Thanks! That NJ isn't mine, it belongs to a pal. Really nice guitar!

[@stevenheath741]

PRS should give your own signature model...Awesome playing

[@ShawnTubbs]

Thanks so much! PRS has been very kind to me. The fact that I got them to build me an MC 58 with nothing on the fretboard and ivoroid binding is signature enough for me!!

[@gregsteffey1266]

Awesome playing as always but It seems that PRS inspired a whole other level.

[@FLdb-wj4wc]

Great Playing! Did you say there is no foot switch? I need to switch channels if I'm gigging. Common

[@Nobody-mr3ih]

Don’t feel bad Shawn... I only know two chords...😔...lol God Bless you..

[@skybloom77]

Amazing playing style!

[@utubehound69]

You make that amp sound great!

[@matzac97]

Just discovered your channel because you've sended an gave an amp to Tom Buckovac which makes me think you are a nice Guy and you are also a great guitarist so i'm suscribing. Cheers from France 🇫🇷 👌👍💪🤘🎶🎵

[@ShawnTubbs]

matzac97 Thanks very much for subscribing, you’re very kind!

[@jacquesbureau5294]

Thanks for this great video! I will get mine next week.

[@swingthestatue]

Dear Shawn, why u so good?? Most excellent as always, it'd be great to have an in-depth look at those fast pentatonic runs à la Eric Johnson ;)!

[@Bobby_Digital37]

Awesome!!! I’ll take one in green 😄

[@LeMouk]

Wooooow! Just discovered your videos. You are just great! You do have a very personnal voice on the instrument. Beautiful choice of notes, perfect phrasing/intonation, chill-inducing bends, smoking legato runs, and always amazing tones... Keep’on the excellent work, dude, you’re truly a rare individual! Thanks for amazing me... Oh, nice demo of the amp, by the way! :)

[@ShawnTubbs]

Thanks so much Nico, you're very kind!!

[@frantisca]

That solo on the MC 58 =:-O

[@PotemkinBUMP225]

Hey Shawn great vid. That amp is awesome. I would love to see you do a review of the Hook Wizard. It’s in the same type class as the rev g20 and the pt15, but with a couple significant differences. Would be interested in your opinion on that. Look it up. Also was disappointed your PT00 vid never released. Maybe sometime? Great vid as always!

[@ShawnTubbs]

Thanks Terry. I've seen the HOOK Wizard and it looks very cool!

[@zolwikwkurwik]

The clean should have seperate volume adjust. It's too quiet in most cases between two channels

[@75Pollux]

That's what make me hesitate of buying this amp.

[@MisterSparkles]

Maybe switch in a boost in front of the amp to equalize volume as a workaround. That channel is so clean that the extra gain should just increase volume.

[@simonealbanese2]

Nicest guy around in beast mode

[@MarkScheffler]

Can it get any better? Excellent demo, Shawn!!!

[@harrybee3093]

If it´s possible Shawn, you should make a video with the new HOOK WIZARD, very, very interesting amp !!!

[@ShawnTubbs]

I've seen it. There was an amp that was built a long time ago that had moving potentiometers. I think it was a Caswell? Can't remember for sure. The HOOK is interesting for sure.

[@gbaren]

@@ShawnTubbs Yup..Tim Caswell. I hava a 50watt Smallbox Marshall Head that he modded, sounds beautiful. It's not over the top gainy, just clean to fat with guitar volume. Tim was a character back in the 80's/90's…mad genius :)

[@ShawnTubbs]

@@gbaren Yeah I met Tim when I worked in a shop in Van Nuys called Lab Sound. He was working on a Switcher called the Lab Series II. It was before the Bradshaw switchers and I believe Buzz Feiten was one of the first to use one.

[@axeaddiction796]

Well done Maestro

[@jegl1012]

What a great amp. Great demo as usual Shawn. Best of luck with your channel in 2020. About the cabs simulation ...if you record a track do you think someone else could tell the difference between your real cab and the ones that you save into the amp?. They both sound great.

[@ShawnTubbs]

Thanks so much! There are slight differences between the two but the cab sims sound really great these days. I can go back and forth with no reserve.

[@PooNinja]

from clean to mean that's how I describe the G-20 and the G2 pedal :) REVV Rules!

[@harrybee3093]

This amp is a blast - just like the guitar player !!!!!!

[@frankardos4211]

yea Shawn.....it sure was sloppy. I can't believe you haven't been banished man. My ears are only for top notch players !!! LOL!! Your sloppy is my best ever playing!!! Bless you my brother!

[@FrancescoBaldiBaldozoran]

I would like to know more aboout for pre/post function button. that would be much appreciated . @shawn Tubbs

[@ShawnTubbs]

The PRE/POST function only applies to the embedded software and not the analog use of the amp into a conventional speaker cabinet. When you're using the embedded software the pre post switch allows the user to bypass the power section of the amp and use the simulated power tubes in the software.

[@FrancescoBaldiBaldozoran]

@@ShawnTubbs thanks so much very helpful

[@michaelpal7641]

Would be exceptionally grateful if you or any other Revv G20 guru's would detail how you: 1.) Use Torpedo Remote to create a cab, mic and tube settings 2.) How you actually Save the cabinet in Torpedo Remote 3.) How do you save your setting on the Amp. My reasons for these so called dumb questions is that there appears to be no "How to manual" from either Revv or Torpedo Remote!

[@ShawnTubbs]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/hXKaeX97Zb2el68

[@cornbobrimlove7892]

Great playing man.

[@MisterSparkles]

3:45 “Obviously it’s not going to store the potentiometers…” - Why not? Katana does exactly that.

[@bwrinn8]

:) You make me smile buddy.

[@kikimarama6652]

Great vid, dope riffs. What do you think of the bottom end on overdrive channels. Got enough oooomph? Be well...stay safe.

[@ShawnTubbs]

Thanks very much! I think it holds up really well in the low end especially for a 20 watt amp.

[@funkyboss007]

“Nerd potato” that’s worth the price of the amp alone! 😂

[@thomasaustin5493]

Shredding... question about the digital aspects of this amp. Would the G20 work in a Wet/Dry mix with a standard clean tube amp? In other words... would the digital aspects of this amp cause latency between the amps?

[@ShawnTubbs]

I've done tracks with the IR out of the REVV combined with the dry. There is just the slightest amount of phase that you would only catch in mono. In a stereo spread, it's inaudible.

[@thomasaustin5493]

@@ShawnTubbs Awesome, thanks for the quick reply Shawn!

[@davidrb2083]

Is there any way to control -program the volume of both channels separarely? My G20 does sound a little bit higher At clean channel. Would love to adjust that.

[@davidkennedy2541]

Great Demo Shawn. Is there enough dynamics and scope to run this amp as a single channel amp. So in effect set the amp up for a nice crunchy tone, roll back the guitar volume for cleans and hit it with a nice boost for lead?

[@ShawnTubbs]

I think the second channel has enough dynamic range for that purpose. Thanks for watching!

[@maxpower6706]

Hey Shawn was the guitar coming through your KRK speakers in the room?

[@ShawnTubbs]

I was monitoring via the KRK monitors. You are hearing the direct audio via the mics on the 2x12 cab and then towards the end of the video, I switched to the XLR out on the G20 and you heard that via direct audio.

[@maxpower6706]

Shawn Tubbs right on thank you. I just ordered my very own G20 directly from revv. I can’t wait to plug into it.

[@ibanezman1025]

Awesome playing and review! Between something like the G20 and a synergy rig, which way would you lean? Thanks!

[@ShawnTubbs]

Both rigs would be great. The G20 does have a true reactive load and Two Notes dynamic IR's as well as being full midi. The drive channel sounds legit for sure and the clean channel takes pedals well. The Synergy stuff is an excellent platform as well but different in that it doesn't have the same tech as the G20. The modules all sound good for sure and having the ability to switch them out is cool. Just depends on your needs.

[@ibanezman1025]

@@ShawnTubbs Thanks so much for the reply! Really dig your sound!

[@cofieleven]

That thing sounds bad ass

[@kikimarama6652]

Great playing and video. How does the low end compare to a 40/50 watt 6l6 tube amp? A lot of these lunch box amps don't seem to have the same ooomph in the lower register. Thanks.

[@ShawnTubbs]

The low end from a pair of 6V6 tubes in a low watt amp won't be quite as bold as a higher wattage 6L6 amp but that being said, I thought the G20 had a pretty robust low end.

[@asianaxeman]

It's also highly dependent on your cab

[@skybloom77]

@shawntubbs you thing if i sell my dynamis an the OX i Will be satisfied with the d20 or i Will seek for headroom?

[@ShawnTubbs]

The Dynamis will have more headroom for sure through a cabinet but, if you're mostly running IR, than headroom isn't really an issue.

[@mattman1127]

damn this amp sounds too good to be true

[@chrislestermusic]

I just won one and it is a fantastic amp. Both channels are stellar.

[@sethers18]

Hey, look everybody! He only knows three chords!! ;) All kidding aside, great demo Shawn! I am seriously tempted to get this as opposed to the D20. It’s a shame that the boost on the D20 isn’t accessible via footswitch.

[@ShawnTubbs]

Thanks for watching! Yeah the G20 might be the ticket for you.

[@bubu2249]

Amazing tone

[@triziaband]

Shawn what is your string gauge and model in Prs and Suhr strat, thx.

[@ShawnTubbs]

Daddario NYXL 10-46.

[@ariella4063]

How does it compare to a HiWatt DR20 ??

[@ShawnTubbs]

I don't have any experience with that amp.

[@SveinOlavGlesaaenNyberg]

Just wondering, since 95% of the time is spent on crunch mode: Is this not really the amp to go for if your primary concern is clean-tone?

[@ShawnTubbs]

The clean channel on the G20 is good but if your focus is "clean, pedal platform" based, the D20 would be a better choice.

[@phantomofoaktown]

can you switch between the clean and dirty channel without readjusting any of the settings?

[@ShawnTubbs]

You can set the momentary controls for the clean and dirty channels.

[@61Trick]

I know three chords, try swapping them around Shawn works for me. :)

[@TheCrystalyne]

Your crunch sound sounds awfully crunchy Shawn...I called that distorted :-)

[@jojjen09]

Hi. Is it possible to balance the volume between the clean and the crunch/overdrive channel on the amp? Sounds like the clean channel is lower?

[@ShawnTubbs]

The balance between the two channels is pretty close but you can't adjust the clean channel.

[@MrCgar18]

bro bro bro I cant with you!!! I want to buy everything youdemo because you make it sound so good!!! I dont doubt the gear but you rplaying just will make me depressed when I get it and I play the gear im gonna think it isnt working lol.

[@windowsoflife]

Saw on Homeschoolin’ your upcoming signature amp! Release date?

[@ShawnTubbs]

Hey Michael, that REVV D20 has been out for a while now. I didn't build it, nor is it a signature amp. I did have some input on how it sounds as well as the stock IR's that come with the amp. I'm proud of how it came out.

[@windowsoflife]

Shawn Tubbs Do you prefer it over the G20? I’m looking to add a second amp.

[@ShawnTubbs]

@@windowsoflife I do prefer the D20 because I'm less apt to use channel gain but they are both great amps.

[@vladymyrandryushchenko2050]

Cool! Bravo!!! 👏👏👏👏👏

[@MikeGTR]

Is there any latency with the G20 using the Torpedo software into the DAW?

[@ShawnTubbs]

The embedded software has very little latency. Latency from your DAW will vary depending on how it's set up.

[@dougleydorite]

Can you run both an regular speaker and the IR out, at the same time?

[@ShawnTubbs]

Yep!

[@jerod256]

Haven't heard you shred so much before this vid. Maybe the G20 infuses a bit of metal in people ;)

[@rikshredder]

Shawn! How do you like that Schecter Nick Johnson?

[@ShawnTubbs]

It's a really great guitar! It belongs to a pal of mine.

[@ZellarsCustomStudio]

Amazing review! I'm torn between this and the friedman JJ junior.

[@TsiratiugZ]

Just in case bedroom levels are something you are looking for in a 20 watt amp, I suggest staying away from the Friedman. I bought a JJ-Jr as I was looking for something high gain but also usable at home. Unfortunately, it was simply too loud to be practical as a home amp. I don't think I ever got the master volume above 1.5 or 2. Also, I know high gain amps are hissy by nature, but the Friedman seemed excessively so even with the volume down low. Perhaps it was an issue with the unit I received, but I was genuinely surprised by the high noise floor. Don't get me wrong though, the few times I cranked it to where it wanted to be it was a thing of beauty, but if you value your hearing, you won't stay there long. So, I ultimately returned the amp and after much research and many KZbin demos I went with the G20. Same price as the Friedman and with all the gain you could ever want and 100% usable at bedroom volumes. Add the built-in load box with cab simulation and it made the Revv G20 an easy choice. As much as I wanted to love the Friedman in the end it was just too much amp. No regrets going with the Revv and it definitely hit a sweet spot with me.

[@ZellarsCustomStudio]

@@TsiratiugZ i ended up going with the g20 and its amazing

[@michaelpal7641]

I'm almost there on this piece of gear. Could someone tell me if the following is true? 1.) With no IR's loaded, you get Wide and Aggression setting, but no effects such as Reverb/Delay? 2.) With IR's loaded-You can dial in Specific Tube type/Pre-Amp, Reverb/Compression/EQ? Thanks so much.

[@ShawnTubbs]

The Wide and Aggression is part of the amp circuit and not the embedded software. When using the embedded software you can take advantage of Reverb, EQ, and Poweramp Sims as well as mics and cabs.

[@michaelpal7641]

@@ShawnTubbs Thank you Shawn-Just got it. Kind of confused that I can get the cab I want in Arcade Mode-Switching into the Simulation mode-I can change settings (EQ Compression etc.) Turning the rotary switch 1-6-Can you save each cab to that specific number? I'm thinking that you can only use the Torpedo software only in Simulation mode? Overall-Happy with the purchase and sounds.

[@keithboddy]

I noticed you had the volume at around 2 - 3 o'clock... Is it crazy loud (i.e. live / band worthy)?

[@ShawnTubbs]

It's a very loud 20 watts for sure!

[@theoversouls]

Can the G20 get any true clean sounds whatsoever? I'm really curious about this but I can't seem to find examples, so maybe the answer is no...

[@ShawnTubbs]

11:20 I should have spent more time on the clean channel so I do apologize. Thanks for the question and for watching!

[@theoversouls]

@@ShawnTubbs Thanks for posting, I enjoy your vids!

[@Firebrandrock]

10.0. A+.....awesome

[@anibalojeda]

im buying this amp....

[@TalleyWacker1000]

HOLY SMOKES!

[@zerosoma33]

3:01 They should’ve called this the Revv 420

[@MrRich6505]

I was disappointed to learn that the pots aren't saved thru midi like the Grandmeister 40. Therefore, it's not fully midi capable to me.

[@jeffdean277]

I want one so bad. Revv changed it all for me. I was about to buy one and then I lost my job with covid and there went months of savimg.

[@bobdeluxeandtheideals1356]

🔥🔥🔥

[@garybird4062]

Was that a Nick Johnston strat(like) guitar in the intro song? You are hands down, no competition, "shut up you in the back" best guitar demo KZbinr guy there is! Thanks Shawn. However you have cost me enough money so I'm gonna pass on this amp.

[@ShawnTubbs]

Thanks, Gary! Yes, that's an NJ sig guitar. It's not mine, it belongs to a friend but it's a really nice guitar. Thanks again for the kind words!

[@krisrandall3086]

Hi Shaun , as usual top notch playin'>> On YOU TUBE > Homeskoolin' Tom Bukovac #49.. You sent him GREEN one..Will that be available for sale? Is it a G-20 or a D-20?

[@ShawnTubbs]

Thanks very much Kris! The amp TB has is a D20 and they can be ordered in green.

[@andreduartesilva1458]

i wish that i could be that "sloopy" kkkkkk

[@seanlotz9581]

Thanks for the great review. Your's really are among the BEST on youtube! I'm seriously wondering if the G20's clean side will match the D20 from your previous review (...and apologies if I missed this somewhere above or below)? You mentioned the clean side of the G20 doesn't have gain control, and that has me thinking there might be some compromise for getting the G20's clean to sound as nice as on the D20? On the other hand, If this amp were essentially the D20, but just with the extra features, and gain channel(s) - then it could make economic sense, as it appears to only be around a $100 more than the D20 per their website... But if it can't get as clean as the D20, it could pose an issue for some applications. Would love to hear your thoughts on this! revvamplification.com/product-category/lunchbox-amplifiers/ Thanks again!!

[@ShawnTubbs]

Thanks so much! There's no gain control for the clean channel on the G20 but that being said it has a lot of headroom. In my opinion, the G20 is for the player that is less apt to use the amp as a pedal platform overall, not that it can't be used that way but the gain channel and aggression modes are really what that amp is all about. The D20 was really designed for the player that uses pedals to achieve the majority of his or her OD/Dist tones.

[@seanlotz9581]

@@ShawnTubbs Thanks again!

[@JOBarata]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@andrewbettis4247]

We are our own worst critics, aren't we? funny, when you complained about playing sloppy, I was thinking "that sounded pretty damn good"... lol

[@udertyrat]

Liked for the “nerd potato” comment.

[@samanthastring8299]

The amp sounds no different then any other HQ amp. They all sound the same. It's the player who determines the tone.

[@jayceburns8246]

What's up, Nerd Potatoes?

[@workdays8280]

Assume sound.

[@giancarlopaolini7529]

Well I’m not that impressed about this amp this time ...said that I’ve been pondering probably for too long on the idea and I’ve got the D20 only a couple of days ago and by coincidence the G20 is now right out 😠 I’ve gone far beyond this time compared to what the G20 has to offer in that I prepared a whole pedalboard with a bunch of overdrive and distortion pedals (including the G3 of course) covering a large variety of tones to go in front of the D20 and another whole pedalboard with my favourite mod del and rev be they pedals, VST or IPad Fx to go via the FX loop in the back of the amp. If I had the genuine tubes and the Two Notes platform then I do believe that there’s really nothing else that I would really need. The D20 was already a huge innovation ...the G20 might turn not being that huge leap ahead. I wish REVV all the best but that’s the way I see it.