THE NEW HEADRUSH MX5 PEDALBOARD | by AL JOSEPH

[@bradkillingsworth4137]

This is literally the best explanation of the MX5 I’ve ever watched. You’re very thorough and you don’t rush thru everything like most channels tend to do. Good job man. I’m a fan

[@hmmmwhatever]

This video is the reason I purchased the MX5....and also the reason I can use it so well because of the in-depth explanations. I am using it on fairly large gigs in music venues and going straight out of the unit to FOH. I literally have one gig bag...with guitar and MX5....I can finally hold my coffee when I walk into the gig. Thank you for this great video and explanation!!!

[@projectsapiens7314]

Hi, since I cannot find a straight answer anywhere and you seem to be an experiences user - can you just go Clean - Distortion without the annoying gap when switching presets? I got an Ampero, but I'm sending it back mostly for lack of gapless switching (and some effects sound pretty bad). I'd appreciate your input! :)

[@hmmmwhatever]

@@projectsapiens7314 you can! There was a gap with the looper that created a lag because the buttons were multi-function and it was set up for the button when released to start loop instead of pressed but they fixed it with a software update!!! So I’m impressed and love that it fits in my gig bag.

[@Havanacuba1985]

Hi I’m thinking of getting one , it seems to excell with clean sounds how is it on higher gain ? Eg soldano ,Marshall JCM 800 also on crunch sounds . Thanks for any help

[@keremayan452]

Most sophisticated review I've ever seen. Beautiful explanations. Thanks man.

[@Truck_Driver_Shawn]

I just ordered this unit to use as a mobil rig in my 18 wheeler for my KZbin videos...... this video is fantastic and I'm instantly a subscriber

[@mrmtruckermax2]

Dude!! I used to take my guitar with me over the road too back in the day.. Cool to see others do that too.

[@leonk1848]

I’m illiterate when it comes to multi effects modeling and processing. I really like how Al went into detail and easy to understand. Most videos I’ve watched either were way to technical and left something’s out or way too fast. If I knew someone who is struggling to figure this out I’d suggest this video

[@robwessels6899]

I just discovered you now. I bought my Mx5 this week and this is my first venture into full digital effects. I’ve been an analog guy my whole career. So this is brave new world stuff you’re showing us here :)

[@JamesFlorio-ti8gc]

I just got mine but have used other units before. I will say the more you deep dive into the little details in headrush. EQ, compressor, etc the better it keeps sounding. I have tried using a amp return with no IRs it works really well that way too. Honestly I can't tell you which is better yet though ask me in a month lol 🤣 enjoy dude

[@mauriloureiro]

Simply just one of the most humble and greatest musician/human being (if not an alien) around! Great job as always bro!! On my way to grab my MX5!

[@leonardomattarmonteiro2824]

This guy is a GUITAR GOD ✊🏼🤘🏻🤘🏻🔥🇧🇷🏴💚🖤

[@Chris_Nouvelli]

I just bought myself an MX5 this week and yours is the first video I’ve watched for some ‘how-to’ inspiration. Just so happens I’m after high gain tones to start with so this was the perfect video! Exactly what I needed to see. Thanks!

[@BurdOfDoom]

Your video was sent to me via email by Headrush since I recently purchased and received an MX5 myself. I was a stomp box user for the past 10 or so years, the world of amp modelling can be quite overwhelming as I never took much notice to mic set-ups and the likes, always left that part to the sound engineers at gigs and recording studios. Thank you for taking the time to go through your set-up and explain it all, definitely works differently than analog.

[@Markleford]

Probably best use of the 'model preset' for each individual FX demonstrated on YT. Most people programming scenes are just doing FX toggle on/off!

[@ibanezman1025]

Great video! Loved your pace, depth of explanation, aesthetic of your production, your tones, and playing!

[@pclindholm]

Awesome tone and awesome video. How great to see a pro define what's important in his settings. This is definitely the most helpful Headrush video out there. Thank you!

[@carlosrelampago2279]

I'm starting to surrender to this Headrush. I've been using my Zoom G5N for 4 years now, I've always used Zoom after leaving the Boss GT100 which didn't satisfy me. It is smaller in size, but It's well worth the quality. The G5N has micro simulations, but nothing that compares to this one. Of course it also differs from guitarist to guitarist. But for this style, I really liked the sound. Excellent video Al. Congrats🙏🙏🤘🤘🤘

[@Mr.J0802]

You sir just got another subscriber! This is gold!! Keep it up!

[@timparker4228]

Really nice rundown Al, cheers for this. It's amazing that they've packed all the power of the full size pedalboard into this unit. Stereo rigs, tails, massive DSP, touchscreen, at that price? Gamechanger.

[@ShredHeadJHJ]

This is a really helpful video. I just got the MX5 the other day. The presets suck! But with the help of this video I was able to get a killer metal tone without adding on an EQ.

[@HumbleHeartMinistry]

I owned the Headrush Pedalboard and loved it, but I sold it because it just took up to much room. Doing a one man thing I have a guitar synth, harmonizer, ect. already under my feet, so replaced it with a Pod Go which I didn’t like half as much. It was ok, sounded good, just didn’t like it’s setup. Anyways, I sold that and now I have the MX5 which is fantastic! Perfect size, super easy to setup and switch rigs, and different effects, has great amps, cabs and effects not just for my electric guitar, but also for my acoustic, and bass guitar! I’ll have this until I die! It the perfect pedal for my needs! Thank you for the video!

[@AloysiusChowBass]

Thanks for your clear explaination and sharing. Exceptionally impressed by the noise filter and noise gate at the start of signal chain which is fast and didnt sound unnatural.

[@idhindsight]

Dude that always-on chorus hack is brilliant! That sounds really, really unique. And you're right, I didn't notice it until you mentioned it. One thing I'm real surprised at is that you don't have any hi or low cuts in your IR. I've found that's a great global way to get rid of the digital fizz and boomy bass.

[@ginoames]

Great video. I'd never seen your channel before. Great stuff. I look forward to watching more. 🎸

[@davidwoods358]

Great video. Really clear explanation and walk through of this new unit. Best I've heard yet. The stereo width on a mild chorus is a great thing to know. (I think this box can do dual amp and cabs.) Should you ever have the time, a video on that feature alone would be great. I'm in need of some big stereo spreads for certain projects.

[@SeanHurst]

I love that Mark II c+ amp on this unit. Oh and awesome video! thanks for doing this brother.

[@DouglasMelchiades]

New mx5 user here, thanks for this great video man, helps a lot! Cheers

[@m32ramsey]

Great Video!! It pretty much reassured me that this was the unit for me. Gonna use it to Live Stream with mostly but, appears there are soooo many scenario’s I can use it for!! Headed to go get mine now!!🤘🏼

[@cgnefarious5785]

Alright. You sold me on the pedal. Great tones man, and I love the detail you went into. Ordered and subscribed.

[@ragesalazar7956]

Finally found a decent in-depth information about this mx5

[@raschopper2]

Thanks for the explanation between lead and rhythm settings. Helped me out so much. Just switched from pedalboard to the Mx5. Just easier to get around with for me. Thanks again

[@kyle_wagner_music]

Thank you for this incredibly useful tutorial/walk-through demonstrating each of these settings and why you chose them. Your explanations gave me a much deeper understanding of noise gates, delay, OD/amps, chorus and cabs. BTW, your rigs from the "artist pack" download are amazing!

[@kenkreisel6890]

Just wow. This is very in-depth. As if you just got it and you’re curious what to do. I’ve used the HX Stomp before and the Pod Go. Line 6 has way more models of amps and effects, but the GO is limited because it doesn’t have dual amp/cab routes and the Stomp can do dual amp/cab routes but you run out of DSP fast. With an FX send and return for you to put an external pedal into the mix. I love Fuzzrocious and Way Huge, so if I could put a Swollen Pickle on a Bassman emulation, I’d be in heaven.

[@HeadRushFX]

Awesome!!

[@hoosierdaddy2308]

Man, I have to get one. Headrush has the best amp models I'm told. ♥️🤘♥️

[@dammers89]

This is a great demo! Would definitely watch more of this type of content on your channel. Killer tones from this unit as well.

[@guitarmainiac80]

I know this is an old vid but if you ever check. Do you use the global eq to tailor the bass and high end? Working on my tones and the global eq seemed to help control the very bottom and top. Thx. You rock!

[@MrShadow9602]

Thanks a lot, man! Even though I have a Hotone Ampero instead of Headrush, your explanation of the presets has so much useful info, that I've once again become excited to tweak all this stuff myself.

[@timothyoo7]

Thanks for the great video! I'm about to order 1.

[@johnbsouth1]

Dude you Rock!! Great info. Just getting one to add to my board until I can decide/save for the HR CORE (or latest or Fractal or Helix. You got a Sub. Old rocker here tryina learn new tech. Always had Marshall stack and minimal pedals lol. Continued success sir!!

[@surfrby8876]

I’ve been torn between this and the NuX mg 30, it’s less money but this is really nice , great demo Al 👍

[@billyturk8117]

Me too man..and the valeton gp200. Decisions, decisions! The mx5 does ALOT more than the Nux but idk if I need all that lol

[@che2335]

Get the MX5 its like the iphone and Nux and Valeton are Huawei chinese copy phones lacking in hardware.

[@kyletaylor5252]

​@billyturk8117 the mx5 has a ton more dsp

[@mattlau]

Pretty set on this now. Thanks for the video. Will be playing and recording lots now!

[@Fa11out]

i cant decide between mx5 and pod go for home use only, not a professional. both have so many good pros but also cons. it's impossible to pick. this is a good video with lots of good info

[@JonesyTBJ]

Yes dude, this is exactly the type of video breakdown for the mx6 and metal tone i was looking for. Great stuff, I subbed 🤘🏻

[@ljsphotos123]

Just purchased this from Guitar Center in Chicago. I love your sound! Very informative video! Thanks AJ!

[@andrewcreating]

awesome showcase of MX5 my struggle is connecting it to my AMP and using the AMP inside the mx5 how do you do it? like your setup right now sounds good - thank you

[@ronaldorrego1445]

Spectacular sound and great explanation. Congrats!

[@clemmdupree]

Fantastic detailed demo. You're awesome. Subscribed :)

[@jamdalf4343]

Awesome demo, very informational and relaxing with an almost ASMR feel to it. Oops, I fell asleep and dreamt I was a Rock Star, lol!

[@hierrogm]

I run two 15 peavey pvxp15s they Kinda big ..,but omg I get the best sound, tone I’ve had .,stereo rig with double on boost …it’s heaven. I just bought an Evh stealth ….I might be sending it back ..cuz I’m so happy with my current set up

[@DollyShartin]

Are you running into an amp head or using a cab for speakers? or are you running it line in to studio monitors...?

[@drcockles]

This is super informative and the sounds and playing are great, thanks Al 🤘🏻

[@TimLippert]

Thanks for this and also for specifically explaining the why's of specific settings. Newer guitar players often don't know all the technical specifics of how a lesser setting here or there might really positively affect the overall sound. Very well done! The only thing missing from the scenes part was how to save a setting to that specific stomper (the 3 bars at the bottom of the display).

[@dustinhopkins6470]

Just discovered you while going through countless videos on the unit. I got it this week and do you know how to get rid of the click/static noise that happens after the noise gate does its thing? Not enjoyable

[@carlosagulla]

Hi @AlJosephmusic. Your music is great!!! Can you recommend us where find some IR in the web, like you uses in the video. Thanx!

[@mathias6423]

The MX5 is in my budget, how does it stack up to other units close to it's price ? Like the Helix stomp, Line 6 Pod Go and even the KEMPER PROFILER Player when on sale is somewhat close in price. Which one is the one to get ? I am going to play everything from Iron Maiden to Death metal and I mostly play at home so the touchscreen on the MX5 seems really nice since I wont be using it much live on stage. I will plug in my multi-effects unit mostly to my computer to play along music and record my own stuff. I play a Fender Player mex strat with some Seymour Duncans, I also have a Jackson SDX Adrian Smith sig guitar, an Ibanez RGIXL 7 string and lastly a PRS SE Standard. I also have an imported Marshall DSL100H tube amp that I sometimes want to plug the multi-effect unit to, what do you guys recon ? For me the MX5 seems to be the easiest to use considering the touch screen, I love that part. But what about the sound ? Is the MX5 comparable sound quality wise to those other units or should I get something else for that 400-700$/€ budget ? How much better is the Headrush Core ? If I find that unit on a deep sale, and add an expression pedal to that unit, what will I gain if I stretch my budget for that ? Will the sound quality be better or what do I gain ? Thanks a lot for good tips guys!

[@AlJosephMusic]

@@mathias6423 I never claim it to be the best. They’re all good. The MX5 stacks up well👍🏾

[@mathias6423]

@@AlJosephMusic I never wrote that you claimed anything , I was just wondering from someone's view that has never tried products like these, thanks for tips man. I will make sure to try some of them out in the store soon 👌👍

[@ehsanhaq155]

great in depth video man. Helpful! Any idea how this thing works when used as a USB Audio interface???

[@chongkeeszchoink2752]

....Your the Best ...I understand fully the MX5 thru your vids...Thank you...How could I avail your presets especially the IR you used???..

[@chongkeeszchoink2752]

how to could I email you to ask more questions...

[@Corey_42]

Amazing demo.....hope to see more!

[@scottlanin]

Great video. Very informative and helpful. Thanks.

[@MatthiasBuesing]

Excellent demo! Until now I always preferred the Helix over Headrush products. This thing sound great though :-)

[@AwayWithWordsMusic]

Thanks for the very articulate, informational video. I like your logic and presentation. You're a great player too 🤣

[@bobk2314]

Hi Al Did you do a review for the Headrush?

[@moyogichris1731]

Better than gigboard or just little?

[@k5elevencinc0]

I'm definitely getting a Headrush now.

[@romanshredz]

Awesome overview Al and thanks for taking the time to do this 🤘🔥🤘 had a quad cortex and it was just too much for me and wasn’t digging the amp models. I ordered this one and can’t wait to try it out 👍

[@heraldgreenbanger5488]

How was it compared to the cortex?

[@romanshredz]

@@heraldgreenbanger5488 Did not like the MX5. Was really hard to dial in metal tones or any decent sounding tones. Just my opinion and experience. I would’ve definitely picked the cortex over the MX5.

[@heraldgreenbanger5488]

@@romanshredz it’s hard to pick one with there being so many. I would love to try out one of these pedalboards one day, but there’s too many to choose from and each has their flaws it seems

[@romanshredz]

@@heraldgreenbanger5488 yeah exactly just get out and try some to see if u like it and what works for you! The new ToneX looks pretty cool and heard good things about it. I’ve got alot if tube amps so at the moment I’m thinking about getting a two notes capture X. Cheers 🍻

[@chriscortez7010]

thanks for the review Al!

[@i3runosilva368]

Hello Joseph! I just bought an MX5, do you happen to sell some tone presets for it? I am very interested in buying.

[@NyneForte]

Hey! Amazing video, I been using my headrush for a week now. Where to get all those custom ir for cabs that u have?

[@NyneForte]

@@AlJosephMusic will do if I find em I'll post the link

[@Daubentonia88]

Do you have issues with volume drop with Reverb and delays? Many people complain about this.

[@manuelmelo6548]

I can’t decide between this and the pod go. What do you recommend?

[@PanteraGs1]

What are you going through, brother? Are you going straight into the mixer, PA, DAW, or real amp? Because I can't see any amp or cab sim on your scene 🤔

[@alexm66]

Reminds me of my Zoom 505 in the 90's, bought it for 45 DM in Germany.

[@mickervillamin3740]

Was the headrush connected to your amp then mic’d?or was it used as an interface?or was it connected to your interface?been trying to sound like that but to no success….

[@daveydragon6268]

Would you be able to have a logic session send midi messages to the mx5 to change scenes/presets/rigs automatically using session markers?

[@kirkhullinger1934]

I just got this thing, could you do a video explaining what all the (effects) are. Like the tangerine is obviously an orange amp but I'm a it lost on a lot of their (sue safe) nomenclature

[@JoshGordonGuitar]

Excellent video! Quite detailed and informative. Question...during this video were you running this into an amp or straight into an interface and DAW? I love the sound of the MX5 but I haven't found a video yet that shows how to use it as strictly a pedalboard into an amp...meaning no amp or cab sims/IRs. I still prefer a real amp and use a POD GO or Helix running into the front of the amp, but just as a pedalboard (effects blocks only). With the capability of what appears to be 11 effects blocks on the MX5 I wonder how it can be set up as just a pedalboard going into an amp with multiple "stomp boxes" but yet the unit has only three footswitches. Say you had 8 effects in the rig how can the MX5 act like a real pedalboard and switch between them with only three footswitches?

[@volltroll]

Hey Joseph. Nice video! Can I incorporate my real tube head into the signal chain? I mean kinda like the 4 cable method and then place time based stuff after the preamp of my real amp.. I would appreciate an answer. Take care! Simon

[@catnipnapkin3329]

Nice video Would you recommend putting this in front of (or in the fx loop) of a clean combo amp in a live setting? I don'tr really have the biggest budget lol

[@davejames5632]

What guitar was used in this demo?

[@gioevo111]

Why do you have the first button attached to the amp? I see you are using hybrid mode? How do you use this button with amp? Why would you turn off the amp.

[@peterjelley2842]

great imformative video ,thank you

[@JuanDhas]

Sounds great, man!

[@putontheseglasses8809]

Only 10k subs? You deserve more

[@sendmymessages2635]

Love that user name 😎👈 The alley beatdown was epic

[@PJCobi]

Thanks for the vid Al! New subscriber to your channel. I'm getting my MX5 soon!

[@bluessumlin...7067]

Informative and interesting video MX5 great unit!👍☺🎸

[@RamonSludgecore]

I’m waaaay new to the digital stuff. I’ve always been an analog guy, but it seems nowadays the portability alone makes it worth getting an MX5. I just got mine today actually and I created a CHONKY rhythm tone, but I cannot for the life of me figure out how to go from a clean tone to my rhythm tone to my lead tone and back again😂😂😂

[@raschopper2]

Is it possible to get a stereo effect being there isn't (stereo) on the mx5?

[@Dan_XF07]

Your videos are excellent! Congratulations on the channel. Could you tell me what is the frequency rate that the gigboard headrush works? If it's 44... 46... or 48 khz? I would like to know to be able to use external ir's more accurately! I know that line 6 works with a 48khz frequency rate but about the head rush I can't find this information.

[@franciscobravoortiz566]

Where can we get that list of IR's??????

[@johnjohnjohnh]

On the rhythm setting. The way that low string sounds is amazing. What gear are you using with this walk through? I've been chasing that tone

[@bertssuggests]

Awesome video and explanation. I have already ordered the Ampero Stomp II. I was hesitate between Ampero and HR mx5, but for metal or high gain amps the headrush didn’t perform I think… but I see your video with a custom IR and your some tricks… wow… so maybe with a custom IR the mx5 can be equal to Ampero ??

[@wurzelgumage8613]

How do you run it live?

[@dereksmallsuk]

I don't quite understand this pedal. Are you saying you need to purchase "packs" (?) Or something to add decent sounds to the stock onboard ones????

[@2000dieseldog]

Thanks mate, this was very helpful

[@hoosierdaddy2308]

Cool video man. I just found you doing a search because at 60 years old and playing guitar for over 40 years with some medical problems I need to quit carrying gear around and I want options. The only thing I've worried about is if something like this has a pitch shifting option. I want to immulate the Steve vai or EVH Evintide harmonizer H3000 tomes. Something with pitch at 9 cents below pitch and 9 cents above for instance and I don't think any of these will do so. I might have to get an Evintide small pedal to go with one of these. I played a friends old predecessor to this. Rack unit that had pro tools. Orange looking thing. It was cool. I only need about 4 tones to 6 at most, so one of these direct to FOH is just ideal. Does this model have all the same DSP as the big one? Same amount of blocks, etc, and can one transfer from one to the other? I take it this thing is made of metal ? Thanks man. I subscribed so I can learn more. Take care and be well my friend. From the heartland. Indiana USA. Tim..

[@frankardos4211]

What's up Al. Dig your playing bro!

[@ryanburchett8455]

Good video. I am not a fan of that device. But, you make it seem better than I previously thought.

[@iamdaniel1263]

Appreciate it bro! ✊🏼

[@jamesmarcin4787]

Fantastic demo 😁👍

[@GranulatedStuff]

Am I weird for really liking the font they used in the GUI ?

[@dennissotolongo2160]

Heeey! The MX5 allows to use parallel effects? parallel IR Cabs? I saw a picture on Sweetwater and on the screen it seems to have two amps and cabs splitted... OMG if this is possible this thing is AMAZING! Can you verify???

[@chrisdavies9143]

You can indeed run parallel signal paths with multiple amps like with most modellers. In fact with the Headrush you could run four amps, two on each path. Not that I can think of any reason why you would!

[@lawrencemack4171]

"Cuz Im selfish"..........I concur, I always want to sound like my Gemini Bro all the time!!!