PRS MT 15 Mark Tremonti Amplifier | Inside & Out in Depth Review with Playing | Tony Mckenzie

[@steelerfox]

Don’t care how long the video is it was worth the watch. Great info and really do value your opinion on it because I know you’re unbiased and knowledgeable in an area that I certainly am not. Thank you for the video and all you’re other content

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Well thanks Mike... appreciated. It's impossible to make this stuff for the 5 minute viewer and lord knows there are many of those. I always try and show what's important to me and with a comparison from my mind of all the other amps I have reviewed. Thanks again and nice to hear you appreciated the video.

[@carlosholguin3519]

Hi Tony Hey Man Don't Let That Prs Rep get you Down you know one bad Apple don't spoil the whole tree or the whole Orchard for that matter. Thanks for the great videos.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

@@carlosholguin3519 Indeed I won't. Later I resolved those issues and that's behind me. However, I was not particularly impressed with what went on in Dallas International Guitar Show and maybe that video would show a very different light on Paul Smith... one that has not been generally aired. In any case its the gear I buy and not him :)

[@carlosholguin3519]

@@tonymckenzieofficial Hi Tony I have not seen that video I will have to look for that one you know Paul seems like a nice man but he is 100 o/o Business that's for sure. Also I would like to tell you that the video of yours I like The best was where you recover your Marshall Amp with the red tolex man that amp looked like A Pro did it I. Am going to recover my Peavey Valveking in Tweed. hope it looks as good as yours Did. Thanks for the Great Videos.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

@@carlosholguin3519 I have NOT published the video of PS from Dallas that I partially filmed. Mr Smith seems to like being on video... but only when he makes them. If I published it most people would be shocked. In any case for PRS I'll let sleeping dogs lie... ;-) The Marshall came out wonderful. That was down to the right glue above anything else, but also that heat gun. Those go together for sure when you're recovering an amp. Remove the old material in one piece and use as a template - leaving extra around the edges of the new tolex before you cut it as I did. Thanks for watching the videos - that's what really matters I guess.

[@BazonBlades]

This video was an invaluable part of my research when deciding on the MT15 for my next amplifier. Tony is doing a great service to musicians who are serious about the value and quality of their gear. Consider the time spent watching this video as an investment in your craft.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Thanks very much for those kind words and they are appreciated make no mistake. The MT-15 was and is a very good value amp for the money it costs (in the UK just £470 I paid inc 20% tax). It has some pretty stellar tones too but it can be loud :) It's 17 watts is nonsense :) it has to be higher than that, although I have to admit that wattage can be misleading because of speaker efficiencies etc. But a really cool amp for sure. Thanks for watching.

[@BazonBlades]

@@tonymckenzieofficial, I believe the 6l6 models have been tested at 25 or 26 watts. I expect my 5881 version probably outputs 22 or 23 watts. Run through an oversized 2x12 with V30's it's plenty loud to gig with. I think the MT15 bats above average and IMO is the best deal in the PRS amp line. It's not perfect but is a bunch of amp for the price.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Yes I'm sure that it is higher output too. There is no doubt that the amp is great value and that was immediate when I plugged it in and also inside is OK too. Thanks.

[@ronnieparfait]

@@BazonBlades What other amps were you considering btw?

[@BazonBlades]

@@ronnieparfait, I was also considering an EVH 5150 Stealth 50 watt. But I really wanted to stay low wattage. The MT15 being big tubed was a big factor.

[@tanker1960]

Hate 10 - 12 minute worthless reviews! This is what musician need. Thank You!

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Thanks for the kind words - ad I really try with the reviews I create.... and thanks for watching.

[@jeremykervran1598]

It is absolutely invaluable to have access to such informed details on an amp you've been eyeing for months but can't find a shop that has it in stock to test it. Thanks a LOT Tony!

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

This is a pretty cool amp for sure... and hopefully I showed what the rest never do. Thanks for watching.

[@BLINKxSCOT]

Out of all of the videos I have watched of this amp after buying it, this is the most true to its real life sound and feel without any extra effects and pedals added in.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

It's great to know that you liked the video and I created a similar sound that you hear now. Thanks for watching greatly appreciated... and stay safe.

[@muzerino]

Wow. This is probably the most informative video I’ve ever seen on an amp I’m considering. Thanks for putting the time in to make it. ✌️

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Glad you liked the review. Most of my reviews on gear are like that... and thanks for watching.

[@JKissling]

picked this one up today after watching this review a couple times. it really is a solid little amp that pushes way above its weight class. thanks for the awesome review! best one out there on the MT15.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Thanks. Yes I liked this amp and glad you do too :). Thanks for watching.

[@guitardude32787]

THIS IS A REVIEW VIDEO!!!! like he said not a salesman video! GREAT JOB

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Thanks Rod for the kind words. I tried hard to 'show it the way it really is'.

[@heartoftexan]

Andertons does a decent play-through but they never really slam anything. This was completely thorough review.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

@@heartoftexan It's probably because I'm independent and don't sell anything... thanks for the overview of the review... great.

[@transistedwaves4337]

I love seeing the build quality and your tour of the internal components. Not many people open up the items they're reviewing. Great job!

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Indeed! they never do. But I always think its important to see exactly what you're buying... especially at the price of some of this gear - I have seen some wonderful amps but also some horrible pieces of gear that to be honest are not made to the level I might have thought bearing in mind those buy prices. Thanks for watching... and this amp certainly is one of the better ones - for that price it really is a bargain.

[@danjackson6388]

Thanks for doing a better review than anyone else!

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Thanks for those kind words Dan... appreciated and glad you liked it. Thanks for watching.

[@JR15A2]

Great review! As of November 1st, 2024, they're selling for $799 here in the US. Thanks, Joebama!

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Thanks for the info.... they went up here in the UK to... not massively though... thanks for watching.

[@jacobbockover1628]

I recently got a pts sonzera 20. It claims to have all soldered connections chassis mounted tube sockets and such. I really like it. Its also made in the Chinese factory

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

I have not seen one Jacob... Ha too many amps and not enough time :) Obviously I have seen them around just never go to a review... yet! So does that amp sound cool... and would you buy another?

[@jacobbockover1628]

Yes i like how it sounds. It is a very loud 20 watts. Its a more blues rock type amp still has more gain than id use. It has a very nice reverb

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Sorry Jacob... the amp has no reverb... and it can play metal probably like the best out there! stay safe.

[@TheBluesine]

Another FANTASTIC , Honest review from Tony!, Thks heaps mate.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Thanks for the kind words... this is a very good amp especially for that price! and thanks for watching.

[@mrendall90]

This is the first video of yours I've seen. Amazing detail and info, of course, but also you're a great personality to watch. Thanks for the video!

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Glad you liked it. This is a pretty cool amp. Check the other amps out I reviewed similarly there are many... in this play list: kzbin.info/aero/PL764D9C7505FDEC8D thanks...

[@patrickmchatton7958]

I just bought this amp and was worried that it was going to be a bust. Your video reassured me. Thank you.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Good to know - that's a really great amp especially for the money. Certainly one of the better low cost amps. Thanks for watching.

[@battletechbt3c473]

That demo song at the end is fantastic, most other videos are short examples of the sound this amp can produce. I heard all I needed to hear from your full song. first demo where I actually closed my eyes just to hear you play. awesome job. just placed my order. cheers helped my decision.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Very kind BT and great that you appreciate the video of the PRS MT 15 - it is a beast and for that money was hard to beat really. Do come back if you can and post YOUR opinion of the amp because as a user that's the most genuine view - its why I bought mine. Thanks for watching too.

[@metalliholic]

Damn, what an amazing breakdown.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Thank you - you 'get' it! and thanks for watching.

[@progpogs]

Thanks for your thorough overview. I love this amp (also a fan of the Archon, but its too much wattage for my purposes), and its great to know you think its good for the price especially.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Indeed it can be loud! Bearing in ind the cost and looking inside I have seen much worse for much more money! Anyone who plays rock will love it... thanks for watching.

[@Roger-il8iw]

I can tell you that the new 100 watt stack is the best amp I’ve ever played. Mark actually uses it exclusively live. Did a vip thing and he showed us the components. Not sure about this one but the big boy is legit. I’ve played through it several times but unfortunately don’t own it. I’m not aware of any major amps, excluding boutique, that don’t utilize components from either China or Taiwan. We simply don’t manufacture the volume of chips here for these products. I don’t have a problem with products assembled in America or even I China, what you need to determine is if they are actually operating their own factory or not. That is the key factor. Guitar makers are all moving to pushing international production. They simply don’t make enough money off products in America. fenders Mexican strats are absolutely amazing for example.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Thanks for the info. The MT-15 is a very good amp particularly when you look at the cost. It might have increased now. On the components, there are also lots in Malaysia and Philippines being made, but China and Taiwan of course also. My choice would be Taiwan as I had a history of trading with Taiwan and always found their gear worthy of a level of quality. I agree with you re Western Management is the real key. When I was working with Singapore, Hong Kong and Taiwan, always the western management got things right, whereas often the eastern management lacked somewhat. It might be different now of course. It's true that making amps etc. in the USA (or UK for that matter) makes things more expensive, and sometimes (I hate to say this) the quality is inferior to that from the Far east... sometimes... There are some very good makers out there in the west making amps and Mezzabarba for example is one of them. Incredibly well made, but it costs more to do it. Looking at Marshall also tells a tale really, because they do have Far east manufacturing but getting past the 'simulators' for any company I am sure is going to get tougher and tougher and ultimately we'll all be able to make simulations of our simulators ;-) Thanks for the great post and for watching.

[@austinbarrett563]

I just got this head a week ago and its AMAZING! My cousin let me borrow his Marshall cab with T75s and personally, I like the V30s for this particular head, and it was cool to see all of the technical stuff going on in it too!

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Great to hear your opinion on this head and certainly I agree with you - and its very good value for the money too. And as I showed its pretty well made too and that matters IMO for tube amps. Thanks for the post and for watching.

[@apokw]

Great videos mate. Really enjoying the thorough checking of all the products you review. Thanks and have a good one!

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Thanks for your kind words very appreciated. You might be here a while :). Stay safe.

[@piRaufasertapete]

I really like your reviews. You don't read off some spec sheet like many other "teleshopping review channels" do. I get exclusive information from your reviews, a real bonus of knowledge.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Hi and thanks for the kind words about my reviews. A great review comes from great gear, and if a review is not that great, its often because of the gear being lacklustre. In the case of this amp, that's not the case, and the amp really delivers I think especially for the price. It becomes pretty inspiring as I make the video and that will come out in the final edited version. This review is no exception and it was great to make the review. I'm not always right of course, but you just know the good stuff when you look close inside, and then play it and out comes a great sound. Thanks for watching.

[@TheGazza83]

The amp came alive when you flipped it to full power. Half power sounded thin and shrill, but full power... great tone

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

It's a good amp especially for that money really. A little loud! :) Stay safe.

[@dirtycurty8394]

I used to think your vids were a bit long. They are but it's all priceless info. As a guy that has GAS every once in awhile I will never buy anything without getting Tony's opinion on it. Truly the best reviews of everything about the products you might drop hundreds or thousands of dollars on so don't spend your money on anything unless Tony says it's ok.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

I know my vids are long for sure. And I STILL run out of time. But I certainly try and include everything I can. Very kind and thanks - it really IS appreciated.

[@EddieB2047]

Great job sir! I’ve owned this amp since they first came out. Use it to gig every weekend doing rock covers...Never an issue. I play it through a Matrix from ported 1x12 with a V30. Plenty loud enough. Amp has a great clean channel that any pedal I’ve put through it so far sounds great. Amp also has a great effects loop. I run a TC mini reverb and flashback delay along with a volume pedal,all through the loop. Price,Big iron and big power tubes in a small package make this amp one of the best values out there imo. The voicing on it may be too tight or modern for some. I like EL34 modded Marshall with some sag and this amp isn’t that but it is compact make portability a breeze and it’s separate eq,great clean channel tons of gain and bottom end make it a winner. Great review and killer chops sir Thank you

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Ha its not a Marshall I agree! but as far as price and benefit I too think this amp is a real winner. I shied away from PRS amps in general and when the Archon came along I did consider that, but in the end bottled out as I still felt a little apprehensive because of the costs. But with this amp those costs are not there. Its great to hear what you find with this amp too, all user comments are great and they help many guys for sure especially with a newer amp like this one where there might be apprehension (like I had) about PRS amps. But overall I thought a resounding success as indeed you did too. Thanks for the post and for watching... very appreciated.

[@fabianvasquezjr8852]

Another great in-depth review Tony! I ended up getting a PRS MT15 & I'm stoked it's a beast and even at half wattage I got 2- of the prs 112mt matching cabs with vintage 30's with two cabs at 16 ohms I believe itbrings it d own to 8ohms I believe and it's as loud as a supersonic 60 combo I had for sure, waiting for the cops to come beating in my door to turn it down that's my way of rating power on amps lol!

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Oh those are great amps... some might disagree, but the one I had as you see was a real beast. Glad you like the amp and for the price they are it shoots down much of the 'tube amps are too expensive' argumets that the Tonex boys often have. Thanks for watching.

[@raindropcleaners]

I just purchased the MT15 with matching cab. I love it!

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Great to know and yes this one is a great amp too. Really very good value. Come back and post what you like and don't like! It always helps other guys. Thanks.

[@michaelmitchell5909]

I own this amp as well but I run mine thru a 4x12 cab with a graphic eq in the effects loop... Blows my mind every time I turn it on, sounds like a 4300$ deizel vh4, that's not a sound I try to achieve, It just does!....for 650$ ill take it all day long!

[@jhowardcalvin7711]

I bought the amp and cab too... LOVE it!

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

@@jhowardcalvin7711 There's no doubt its a winner! Thanks.

[@BrookyTheGuitarist]

Hey there, love the videos, very informative! There are two versions of this amp the 5881 (later) and 6L6 (earlier). In this amp, do you know if these tubes would they be directly interchangeable without modification of anything other than the bias?

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

From what I understand there are differences re the amp. The tubes 'can' be different depending on where made etc. 6L6 is 23w dissipation and 5881 can be 18w or so. I also heard about transformer damage on some gear but its just hearsay. Personally, can you hear the difference? Maybe, but I would be careful if the 6L6 are in there from the factory and you fit the 5881's. Fitting 6L6 from 5881's might be safer. But I'm not an expert on flipping these two tubes over. Just be careful. Screw the OP transformer and probably not worth fixing at the cost of these amps today. Good question and I'm sure others could answer this maybe better. Thanks for watching - I liked this amp.

[@luckyrocks1]

Absolutely unicorns fly! We'll, I've never seen one that wasn't flying anywho! Nice vid, I bought one when they first came out. Huge PRS and Mark Tremonti fan! I'm glad you agree it's a great value amp for all of us bedroom studio rockers!

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Its a GREAT AMP for anyone really even gigging! And it works brilliantly in the studio too. For the price it's hard to beat really. Duck... there goes a unicorn... oops sorry it was Santa :) Thanks for watching.

[@alexgarr8386]

You are a legend just got one today and love it ..not to the end of this video hope you have more thoroughly enjoyed this

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

More of a Leg End really :) These are pretty good amps form sure and mine never had any issues. Stay safe and thanks for watching.

[@JamieToddBand]

Thank you for a thorough review. After a lot of "lunch box" demos, including the Boogie mark 5:25, this amp jumped out as a super value all things considered. I have a 10-day trial period and have one gig of real-world use so far. I like single-channel amps, but with the clean channel boosted, and the gain channel on very low gain (still plenty for 70's crunch), the amp is pretty seamless between both channels. A couple rehearsals will be the final test this week. I'd like to know what your special qualifications are as an amp reviewer.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Thanks for the post and your opinion on this amp... very useful for all. Special qualifications... hmmm. well how does using tube amps since 1971 grab you? how does owning and using well over 20 tube amps currently improve my knowledge of them? and how does watching all those horrible sales videos from music sellers and sometimes makers that never tell you the truth about their product work? I have had lots of experience with most gear including the amp sims, tube amps, effects pedals, effects rack gear, many guitars (I currently own about 23) and in the day job since about 1981 I have had experience in software, hardware, sales, support and other stuff that is NOT music related. But I could say that my experience overall is generally greater than many others. :) I won't extend the other things I have experienced from my real job but the skills are somewhat extensive. Good question... and btw I have been reviewing on video since about 2009 with a website that goes back to about 1998 all music gear related.. check the website some time at: tonymckenzie.com

[@SirLoinMagroin]

Just got a PRS HDRX-20. It's their version of one of Hendrix's Woodstock stage amps that Doug Sewell took apart and measured all the components. It uses two 5881's for power. It sounds fantastic. Seems louder than 20watts. Hopefully the build quality is as nice as the MT-15.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

A great choice... and I hope it's as good as they say. I don't have one... yet! The MT was a very loud amp... and hey when you've used the Hendrix amp a while PLEASE do come back and tell me what you think about it... and be honest (not that you wouldn't) so others can get a good idea from a real owner :) and thanks for the post and for watching.

[@frandelcanocobo1094]

Hello, I am young student from Spain. I just want to thank you for the long review and the clear way that you explained and reviewed the amp, taking the time to open it and checking things like the quality of components, construction and warranty. I was not able to find any video like yours in the spanish reviewers nor the english speaking community. I have been considering this amp for a while, but now I am completely sold. I will see more of your videos, but the next time for the sake of learning that you provide! Cheers from Andalucía.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Thank you so much for your kind words. Yes this is exactly why I make videos about equipment in the way that I do. No one else does it this way and the reviews you typically see are really sales videos. This one tells it the way it really is. Thanks.

[@jshphysicistatyahoo]

Hi Tony. Great review. I just bought one of these and its cabinet by total impulse. I think what won me over was the LED lights. They are so pretty! I'm glad you like the amp however giving it a 9 out of 10. I'm curious to see how many nice sounds I get out of it. Say, I really liked that song you played at the end. Good going, nice melody. Cheers!

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

That's a very good amp especially for the price. Let me know how it goes with you too and thanks for watching.

[@mazklassa9338]

Very informative and listenable in the way you describe your experiences and anecdotes.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Thanks for the kind words and for watching!

[@darinh1]

Really enjoyed this review, especially the playing at the end. Sounds fantastic.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Slightly low on the guitar volume, but I could not go back later as no spare time. Simple backing with improvised guitar. :) and one take :) Thanks.

[@roba7737]

There is a video of a tech testing the actual wattage output. Its actually 25 watts. I also saw an interview of the amp designer who said he can convert it to 50 watts in about a half hour. I think with a different transformer.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

I believe it! It can be loud... thanks for watching.

[@kulocat1]

You did an amazing job reviewing this amp.. your unbiased opinion is priceless.. keep the videos coming.. thank you !!!

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Thanks. This amp is one of those things that really IS worth the money they ask and is made to a pretty good standard too. I also liked the 5 year warranty. There's little to not like and that's why I like it myself. But make no mistake had it been c*ap I would have said so. Thanks.

[@HooksBill]

Thanks, Sean Connery! Well done!

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Call me Bond.... James Bond....

[@InadrenDreana]

Hi Tony!!! Thank you so much for your great rewiev!!! Have you ever tried a Mesa Boogie Mark III? If so, what you prefer? Mark III or MT15? Thank you so much!

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Have I tried a Mk III - does a pig wallow in dirt! Of course I have. I owned one for years - then the MK IV (incredible amp) and later MK V. I would personally own the MK III over the MT15 all day. MK III better made, and has some great sounds. It's not as 'manic' or metal driven as the MT but a better amp for sure. Hope it helps. Stay safe.

[@InadrenDreana]

@@tonymckenzieofficial Thank you so much, Tony!!! you are SUPER!

[@wally-001]

Mark Tremonti literally said he plugs into the MT-15 every day and that it's by far his favorite amp

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

And I'm not surprised. It is one of the better low cost amps I have tried. Thanks for watching.

[@wally-001]

​@@tonymckenzieofficialhe says no matter the price point, he said it's just as good or better than his boutique amps. He also says he's not saying that simply because it has his name on it. What I really wanna see is to get the MT-100. What a ripper that must be!

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

@wally-001 When I made this video review, I knew that amp really was something special. It's not the highest quality etc. and certainly not the highest price either, but you get a rock metal amp that gives over what you paid for it and it has brilliant rock and metal tones and feel not achievable from so called simulators. Make no mistake that amp IS the real deal. Should have been made by Marshall!. My guess is the MT-100 won't be really the same.

[@wally-001]

​@@tonymckenzieofficialwell, I watch a lot of talk shows with Mark Tremonti, and he definitely does say the 100 is a monster that no other amp can really hold a candle to, in his experience I guess. I want one. When I run the MT-15 they're a 412, holy shit. I can't imagine what the 100 would do. Altho, what you said was "not the same", and you're probably right. But I bet it's great regardless. The MT-15 has actually become one of my main gigging amps

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Well whatever, keep the amp - the prices will continue up and ultimately you would probably play it at no cost if you sell it later ;-). Thanks.

[@markbundy1694]

Great Vid Tony, Great Review, Great Playing and damn, your Eddie Finger was working overtime. Rock Steady & Always Ready🎸

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

The finger! :) Strangely it moves around but not where all the training videos say... but it still works :) Darn... I should have watched them... or not ;-) Thanks for those kind words Mark.

[@TheMRCHEEFY]

Great to have you back in action Tony, loved last few videos you've put out! Happy new year, all the best!

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

I have another few to release presently.. one about a MOTU interface and one about the studio update and Presonus installation and operation as I found it. I compiled that one today and while its not a 'guitar' based insight, I have to say that silly as it may sound I was watching it as I compiled it... very intriguing because it shows Presonus in real life as opposed to glossy sales videos in general. That should be useful to many, if nothing else, it shows some of the current technology I'm now working with and its cool of that there's no doubt. Watch for it and thanks.

[@JackieMcGruffster]

Thank you for posting another thorough and unbiased review and all the best for you and yours in the new year ahead.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Thanks JM and have a great new year.

[@gsbguitarsgsb679]

So I bought one too. It’s a little beast. Seems much louder than 15 watts in my opinion. It’s voiced like a Mesa dual rectifier. Go figure. lol… it’s kinda dark sounding with all knobs at noon. Mine somehow developed noise on the lead channel but the clean channel is fine. I think I might have a tube issue in the lead channel. Not sure. Thanks for the internal tour of the MT15. Watched to the end btw. Nice jammin, nice axe too. I’m not a PRS guitar guy. They are hard to deny though as they just seem to get better every year. Thanks again.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Thanks for telling the way you liked your amp! I think it IS louder by far than 15 watts too. They can be noisy a bit (ultra high gain) so check the preamp tubes... Thanks for the kind words and for watching. The PRS can be 'great' or not... it depends some are very good but not all of them for sure. Thanks.

[@gsbguitarsgsb679]

@@tonymckenzieofficial Awesome, I watched another video on the MT15 and the guy used a oscilloscope and as it turns out he got a 25 watt output reading on his MT15. Amazing! Sorry I don’t remember his name or channel. He was German I think very heavy accent but good info. Just thought I would let you know. Thanks again…

[@gsbguitarsgsb679]

@@tonymckenzieofficial I found that guys channel if your interested it’s (Fight4Madness) on KZbin.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Post it on here... don't be shy :) and thanks...

[@wolfhorsky]

THX for that great and honest review. I happen to own MT15 and it is really great sounding amp. Swapping output tranny and few components can make it 55 W. There is a vid on YT with the designer of this little monster. Regarding Mark Tremonti part: Mark said that he had used this amp exclusively on the latest album of Alter Bridge. Cheers.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Great to hear you have one of these. I'll have to dig around a bit on any mods but seemed like they could be done. Yes I saw where Mark did say that he used it throughout an album. I would not say that he is not telling the truth or anything like that, but remember that was a sales video and you could guess that they certainly want to show the amp in the best 'light' they can. But there's no doubt its a very good amp especially for the money and there was very little that I did not like on it. How about you? Anything you would change? Or like to see updated? Remember that owner comments go a very long way and I'm sure yours will help. Thanks...

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Yes the master is far away for sure and strange. But I think the loop switching would probably be the biggest thing. Also maybe a little more drive on the clean channel when we pull the treble boost out. Ha you can't have the effects too! :) Thanks for the info about the stereo and the results you got from that... Thanks again...

[@arturohernandez3324]

Nice play 👍👍👍👍

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Thank you 👍 and thanks for watching.

[@Nikolashiin]

Love your videos! Cheers from Sweden!

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Thanks Nick for those kind words and of course for watching. Stay safe.

[@aipsong]

Happy New Year, and thanks for another great review - keep them coming!!

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Yo good to see you... decent amp! Thanks and have a great new year.

[@rezaebrahimi7124]

Thank you tony it's a great review

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Well thank you for the kind words and for spending the time to watch the video. It's a cool amp for sure. Stay safe!

[@leeasbury7273]

Dude! Great video.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Thanks Lee... that's a very good amp overall for the price it is...

[@ex0gen0]

Hi. Nice in depth review. I would like to see you reviewing an Peavey Valveking mk1 100w. I think its really cheap but underrated amp.. thanks

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

:( Sorry I don't have one to review! But I will bear it in mind and if I find one cheap enough I'll grab it for review. Thanks for watching and stay safe.

[@ex0gen0]

@@tonymckenzieofficial thanks for reply. They could be found for about150- 200€ heads 100w or 2x12. Same 100w. But original speakers are pretty fizzy and anoying in combos. :) stay safe.

[@TheGazza83]

You're awesome Tony. No one does videos like this.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Thanks for those kind words. Appreciated. When I get a good piece of gear I always try and show it all as best I can. This amp was a credit to PRS and a 'best buy' particularly if you play rock or metal I thought. But it works for all styles.

[@glitterkittensreid5079]

Great review. Been looking to find a lower wattage small Club gigging amp as my Mesa SOB 100watt amp is over powered to put it mildly. Thank you.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

@@glitterkittensreid5079 Thanks for watching. I still have this amp and compared to the H&K I recently reviewed this is overall I think a better amps.

[@wildebassman]

Thanks for this review. Interested in this amp. Few questions. How is the noise floor on the clean channel? And did they fix the noise on the effects loop?

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

I thought the clean channel noise was OK. On the effects loop there are a number of guys that have complained about the noise on the effects loop, but bearing in mind the incredible gains of this amp I did not think it was excessive for this amp on the one I reviewed. Overall I thought this was a pretty good deal... if a bit loud :). Stay safe and thanks for watching.

[@wildebassman]

Thanks for the answer!

[@jaychen2000metal]

I got the 6505mh. Very usable low vol bedroom amp, great gain but the clean channel is a bit too gainy if you got hot pickups, which i do. I am considering this or the Peavey Invective 20 because of the versatility. Invective has a built in noise gate. We shall see...

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Well this does have a clean, but obviously crank it and the clean will reduce in clean...

[@jaychen2000metal]

Ever use the Peavey Invective 20w?

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Sorry not that one...

[@miladshahbazi9968]

Hi Tony . Can I run this without a speaker connected ? for silent recording I go from the output to my audio interface or should I use the fx send ?

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

No. You will need some form of output load for the speaker (at the least). I used a Mesa Cab Clone but that tone was not great with that device. With that device or maybe a Tornado then you can have silent recording but don't just run the amp with no load and absolutely don't just plug the output in to your audio interface... be careful. If you have the right load device they often include a way to record the amps output and things like the Tornado can include IR's that can enhance the tone going to record. The Cab Clone has speaker emulator in it but to be honest I tend to use that as a dummy load these days when repairing an amp. Good question - and there are unfortunately many answers depending on the gear you want to use to achieve the result. I did review the Two- Notes product here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/b4bcgq2DptN5hq8 hope it helps...

[@michaelfrancis1]

I think I still want one :) Great video! Cheers from Texas! 🤟😺🤟

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Ah Michael Texas! - I do get there sometimes... a great place to be... Yes these are pretty cool amps I think and for that money if you can find one I would recommend it for the rock/metal stuff :). Thanks for watching.

[@apexiblaster]

Is it just me or DiD GRANDPA HERE JUST ROCKED THE F*K OUT!? Thanks for the awesome REVIEW !

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Grandpa huh :) I have been called many things and that's one of the better ones :). Thanks for those kind words and for watching.

[@jamescarter4175]

Awesome amp and playing...especially over the backing track! Thanks!

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Yes its a very cool amp no doubt and thanks for the kind words re playing. Seems a bargain for the money for sure. Thanks James.

[@heartoftexan]

I primarily play blues and classic rock-type but do a few high gain metal tunes. Moving up from a from a Fender Hot Rod deluxe. Love that Fender clean tone but could never get enough dirt when I wanted it without pedals. I shopped for almost 1 year for a 15-20w head. Played Marshall, Orange, Mesa Boogie, Friedman, etc. Was leaning towards at HK 20w tubemeister for the price range. This is the review that caused me to push the purchase button on this amp. Paired with a $250 (laugh already) Harley Benton 2*12 cab w/ Celestion Vintage 30s. I've got $900 in the amp rig. I've got friends with $2500+ rigs that snickered at first and then dropped their jaw. LOVE THIS AMP! It does everything I want. Thanks for an honest review Tony!

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

HB … sacrilege! :) But the speakers are Celestion (they say). Honestly, I believe you - as I own this amp still and for the money it can do very good things. With its 5 year warranty its hard to beat especially if you love rock stuff. I'm glad you bought this amp also - because in many ways it confirms my thoughts on the amp and it is honestly a privilege to help with my review in allowing guys to 'see the amp' without any sales attached. Thanks Clark.

[@MK4vDubbin]

Excellent, in-depth, unparalleled review. Subscribed. Any chance of reviewing the Engl Ironball?

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

I don't have an Engl ironball :( or I would. But I have reviewed many amps like this here: kzbin.info/aero/PL764D9C7505FDEC8D 56 reviews! All shown this way. Thanks.

[@simonpilgrims]

Thanks Tony a great review. Keep them coming. I'm really curious about this amp. And also the prospect of converting it to 50watts.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

I'm not sure about a conversion to 50w because of the OT and that low 305 volts seemed low to me - I'm not completely expert on design, but seemed lower than most of the stuff I checked. The Ceriatone 50 I made had higher voltages than that. Great amp though.... and thanks.

[@glitterkittensreid5079]

There is a video mentioned in the comments section here where the designer of the amp said he could convert the amp pretty easily by swapping out the transformers to the higher plate voltages to 55 Watts. 6L6GC amps usually put out 19-30 Watts each valve.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

@@glitterkittensreid5079 Indeed I saw that video too... but I don't have any info on that one. If you do find anything then do come back and post it here... it could be useful for sure. Those HT voltages did seem rather low on the amp as it showed on the PT. Thanks.

[@bearsgarage272]

Very cool to see the inside. Im in the market for a new amp and this might just be a winner, although now they are $750 at GC

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Pretty cool amp though... at the time mine was about £470.00 here.

[@lorencing]

Excellent video, thx. I have a question regarding the possibility of improving the sound/changing the character by replacing various caps or resistors for some more expensive ones, do you think it is worth it? For example, like using mustard caps in vintage gear and simmilar.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Personally I don't think it's worth the effort or cost on this amp to do that. It's pretty well made and bearing in mind its really a very highly driven rock amp would you even hear the difference? Maybe not... so I would just use it as is... great for the money. Thanks for watching and stay safe.

[@lorencing]

@@tonymckenzieofficial ok, thank you, then will focus on other things to get my sound, like tubes/valves and speakers. Do you have any advice on what gauge speaker wires should be for two 60W/16Ohm Celestions? For connections between jack terminals and speakers? Any clear rules there?

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Sorry Goran I just buy the regular speaker cables with the 6.3mm jacks on there. I don't think I have ever bought any other speaker cable sorry. But a good question! Someone might have an answer...

[@lorencing]

@@tonymckenzieofficial I was thinking of wires for the internal wiring, not the cables from amp to speaker (speaker cables), I have good and proper speaker cables, but was always wondering if the wire gauges for the internal wiring make much difference.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Ha silly me! Yes I would examine what is there and keep the same thickness as is being used! They also have cable now that is heat resistant and that's nice to work with. I recently did some wiring on a Mesa Boogie Triple Rectifier and had hum trouble, but replacing one of the wires with a shielded cable solved that. Scarily I did NOT connect the shield to ground, but it did stop the hum...

[@elfieborimera3178]

Good video thank for the info good guitar playing ha

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Thanks for watching... appreciated.

[@scott1515]

Question - why don't you like the JJ power tubes? I have an older MT15 with Ruby tubes like the one in this video. I'm considering replacements and discovered that the Ruby tubes are no longer available and new MT15's are shipped with JJ 5881 power tubes. I know there are many options, but the small bottle design does limit things somewhat. I think full size 6L6 would fit, but the glass would be very close to the cage. I think the Ruby tubes are 6L6 spec in a small bottle, instead of the 5881 which I believe has a slightly different spec.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Well the story is simple... JJ tubes nearly cost me Diezel Hagen amp. They came in it from new and one lit up like a light bulb. I never had any other tube cause those sort of problems and I tend to steer clearer of stuff that has given me aggro in one way or another. Best advice? WHATEVER tubes you buy always buy selected premium and matched sets from someone that you can really trust. I have bought so called 'matched' sets on a number of occasions from les than honest suppliers where the tubes were actually not matched properly. Best supplier I have found is tubeampdoctor.com. They charge for the premium selected stuff - but you know what I have never had a single issue with any of those and they are always matched extremely well. For me that is good value. The 5881 I think are a bit different than the 6L6 and I could be wrong on this but the JJ have some 'versions' that can change things also a little. Thanks for watching.

[@martinadams7979]

Hi Tony .. great review thank you, I already have this amp and agree with your comments. Recently I decided to swop the V1 preamp tube for a JJ 12AY7 and the reduction in gain made the lead channel more usable for classic rock, heavy rock and still metal genres. Also it allowed you to clean up the lead channel with the guitar volume knob better. I asked PRS tech support and they agreed that either a 5751 or 12AY7 in V1 would drop the gain. I use mine in a rock covers band and it’s very good.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Very good comment Martin. The amp does have huge gain and I'm sure that what you said does work as those tubes are interchangeable... now why didn't I come up wit that!... I love comments from owners of the gear and yours is absolutely right up there with the best posts. Thanks.

[@markv7249]

I would love to hear a clip of your amp with a 12AY7. I am tempted to buy this amp but I am concerned that it is over-gained just like a lot of these newer amps on the market.

[@Bloozestringer]

Tony, thanks for the great review. It was nice to see the inside. On the subject of power tubes, what would you recommend for replacements?

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

I tend to opt for Tube Amp Doctor and for one reason only. TAD tubes are tested and tested and then tested again. I have bought TAD tubes for some years and never had the slightest problem with a single tube. Worst for me are JJ where reliability and failures if not tested well (many sell them but few test them well) and they that can zap an amp really quickly. So the TAD stuff is good but it is expensive - probably because of the tubes that fail their testing regime. Hope that helps.

[@humro5960]

Great video. Before I buy something, I always have a look to your videos.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Thanks... and its a pleasure to try and help guys... the reason I make these videos in this way.

[@Frank00064]

The send/return loop is noisy in many of them. The PC mount tube sockets probably cause solder problems after some years of use.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Yes some guys do mention a noisy loop. Mine was OK. The amp is made in the far east of course and its common to a lot of amps these days I guess... but still a good amp for the money I thought. Thanks for the post and stay safe.

[@-jk-2580]

Thanks for the vid. Great review once again!

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

I liked this amp... well made and sounded great without a super high price. Thanks for watching and stay safe.

[@hitman82pl]

Mark Tremonti did use a prototype of this amp to record an Altre Bridge album, he said he wouldn't use it live though.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Thanks for the info... and for watching. I did see the info before I made the video (but not about the live bit) but I tend to try and ignore it all because 'some' musicians actually lie. I'm not actually inferring that Mark did BTW but just in general I think that way I am less biased by the comments out there from endorsers. Good point and thanks for the 'live' info.

[@hitman82pl]

@@tonymckenzieofficial I really enjoyed watching your vid, especially the part about PRS distributor :) I got the impression that you know a lot about electronics and how amps are built, so that was an awesome insight which I didn't get anywhere else. I agree that musicians often lie about their endorsement deals but Mark was always open about his rig, I've heard him say in one of the interviews that MT 15 is 'his tone' but it's just not powerful enough for a stadium or a larger venue. He also mentioned that he would use a 100 watts version and hopefully PRS will release it.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

I met the distributor again at a show and he (and I) had views that were the same... we agreed to forget that incident and just move on. In fact he was very courteous as indeed I was. So that's the end of that issue and I am much happier with it that way. I'm not generally a type of person that 'does not get on' with others. In any case, I later bought another PRS guitar :) Other reviews in general are either sales reviews or they are purely from players that play but don't really review anything. I got fed up of that so started to make my own as truthfully as I possibly could. It's one reason that I buy everything. On over 99% of all reviews I bought the gear to review just like anyone else. MT did say that he recorded an album with it I know. But in general while I might be 'tarring' everyone the same, I try and disregard everything I see on promotional videos - and that was from a promotional video. He might well be saying the way it is... or not! In any case, it's no reflection on MT at all, but rather a way that I try and exclude things that 'could' be added for the purpose of sales. This amp as supplied IS loud and with a 4x12 cab you would not use it flat out :) Thankfully there's a master on there.

[@davidkastin4240]

Best wishes and Happy New Year Tony.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Yes same to you David have a great new year.

[@PK22-b7v]

Are the potentiometers directly soldered to the pcb ?

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Although hard to see here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rnvCZqKYj695mKM looks like they are... thanks for watching.

[@thechannelforeverything2170]

Dang man, you were on fire with those tapping licks at the end, great sounding amp and fantastic playing. It’s a shame that guy from PRS gave you a bad attitude.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Glad you liked it - just improvised start to finish. :) but I did practise with the tapping for a while... about 25 years. Self taught too! Don't worry about PRS.. I won't. Sometimes people can be like that, he clearly thought I was related to his (what seemed like) forum attacks, but unfortunately I'm not and I don't do that sort of thing. I had seen that guy around for years but he clearly had his wires crossed. In any case, I like the gear but not the attitudes... and I guess that's all that matters really. Thanks and have a great new year.

[@Rocknrebel]

I'd heard there is a way to make these 50w relatively easily. Haven't seen the actual follow through on that though. Great video. Super informative \m/

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

I heard that, but my guess is different transformer... but its a loud amp anyway! Stay safe.

[@masterspin7796]

@@tonymckenzieofficial no..just a adjustment...

[@ryanwilson5936]

@@masterspin7796 An adjustment of what?

[@dar_jusz]

great soundcheck, despite the large number of films about this amplifier, this is the first one where you can really hear what it sounds like. Each test can be carried out using the super interface and column simulator, and each sounds the same. Here we have a real sound

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Good to know that you heard a good sound from the amp. Overall I really liked this one - and I still have it :) Thanks for watching.

[@KahnuevsKrake]

I see a lot of people liken this amp to Mesa Boogie, including myself. It sounds amazing and I sold my Boogie to pay for it as I preferred the sound. While tone in an amp is very subjective, Mesa Boogie are undeniably better amps in terms of build quality. Don't get me wrong, the MT15 is quite well built and as I saw in your video, the PCB's are very good quality, but Mesa Boogies are built like a tank. I mean, I hear they whack them with a hammer to test if they're durable enough.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Its a good amp for the money. It sounds good too, but there are still really little comparisons to Mesa Boogie amps. The mesa stuff is first class quality and high quality components, better support in my experience also. You're right re quality of Mesa for sure but I liked this amp for the price and that the sound was pretty good. Thanks for watching and stay safe.

[@SheepDog1513]

Long video.... BUT... it was more like sitting down with the Tony in his living room and chatting than being talked to through video media. If you're going to spend countless hours hooked up to an amp, I think an hour of my time was well worth it, if indeed, the content is rich (and this review is that and more). Tony is informative and somewhat entertaining at the same time. Thanks for the "Real Review"!

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Thanks Michael for watching this. I really do try to show things in a different way. I know these are generally long videos which some guys don't like. But I do show the parts that other beers cannot reach :) at least that's the plan when I set out to make them. I used to watch the often 'sales' videos by most people but I realised early on that for me those videos are not really there to actually help me... they are there to sell to me. So I made my own. :) Thanks for those kind comments and good to know you liked this video. I like this amp and still have it - a little loud, but a very good amp for that money.

[@SheepDog1513]

@@tonymckenzieofficial I just purchased this amp today (online) and am excited and cannot wait to get my hands on it!! Lastly, I wasn't expecting you to jam out that metal you did there in the end of the demo! Jam on my friend! \m/ Cheers!

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

You will most probably like it! Do come back and tell me your opinion of it....

[@dr.williambrice24]

very nice & complete diagnostic review. What problem do you have w JJ power tubes.... Thanks for a fine job.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

I had a JJ nearly take out an amp worth about $3000 (£2500). I watched it glow like a light bulb and just turned the amp off before it melted... luckily I was right in front of the amp at the time. Since 1971 no other brand of tube has ever done that... and those tubes had about 10 hours (max) on them. JJ not generally for me because of that. Personally I don't mind the preamp tubes too much but power tubes I won't go back. Hope it helps. Thanks.

[@fireantsarestrange]

Perfect because i wanted to open this up really bad.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Well there's little to be disappointed about inside as you saw. I ALWAYS open the amps in reviews because it shows to a large extent exactly what you're buying. In the case of the sound of this amp it really is exceptional for the cost.

[@spncryang]

You're awesome and thank you so much

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

I'm really happy that you liked the video. Thanks for watching... always appreciated.

[@MrUltraworld]

An amp builder friend told me it's putting out closer to 40w.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

This amp really IS loud, but has a master so it can be controlled. Brilliant for the money... thanks for watching.

[@jasondafoe3390]

Thanks tony I was hesitating on the prs or the Marshall dsl40

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

The DSL100 I used to have but it never had the tones as I expected them so I sold it. It was not the 40w so things could be different. The DSL today is also made abroad I believe. The MT15 is a pretty cool amp and can sound very good. Its loud on the clean, so if you need distortion on the clean channel the extra bit of drive by pulling out the switch for me was not quite enough so maybe a pedal could help, or a gain booster on the input. Overall though a cool amp and I'm keeping this one. But its all down to what you play also remember... each of those amps are probably suited to different styles of playing. Good question really... Thanks.

[@a-nus]

Just discovered your channel, absolutely love it! You really know your stuff and have a very pleasant presentation Do you still have the amp? Just picked one up off reverb for 500 US and am curious about the longevity of the circuit And yes - unicorns do fly!

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

I sold the amp a while ago... no reflection on the amp at all really just too many amps! For $500 thats not a bad deal... and I guess you play rock and that amp is really good for all of that. Thanks for watching.

[@a-nus]

@@tonymckenzieofficial Yeah I'm kinda a rock guy but I do a bunch of different stuff, you're a treasure man your teardowns are a great watch. Another question - what's your thoughts on running that Waza amp head through a tube power section? Have you tried it? Probably gonna pick up a Waza head (theyre dirt cheap now, like 800 USD) and pair it with that MT15 Hope you have a good one

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Glad you like the videos - they can be hard to create and certainly harder as I get older. No I have not tried to do that through a tube power amp. it's an interesting one and I might try that here. The Waza heads are pretty cheap and while it is an acquired taste for sure still a bargain. Their speakers don't really improve the tones of the Waza amp - I have some here but they might as well be any speakers. MT15 is great for that money. Thanks for watching.

[@braveheartreefer525]

Hey Tony all the best for the New Year

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Yes have a great new year also... Thanks.

[@alanshaw8563]

What a great review. And the guitar playing even more so!

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Alan, thanks for the kind words. I have completed many amplifier reviews in a similar way and you can check those out here: kzbin.info/aero/PL764D9C7505FDEC8D and I trust you like some of those. Thanks for watching.

[@masterspin7796]

I have one...it is making a clipping sound thats noticeable mostly on the clean channel sounds like a speaker cracking I can also hear it on red channel but distortion hides it a little..

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Check the tubes... stay safe.

[@masterspin7796]

@@tonymckenzieofficial thanks..

[@hawg427]

You should send that video to Paul at PRS and see what he thinks about one of his distributors in the UK. LOL I've heard that that amp sounds much louder than the stated 15 watts. You should do a Profile of this amp on your Kemper & post it to the Kemper forum soo we can download it :-) I agree with you about the "Sales Reviews" like Sweetwater and other online stores are putting out there. You are the only reviewer that I know of that gives his viewers an inside look at the gear you review. Which I appreciate. Have a Happy & Blessed 2019.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Honestly I doubt he would even care but we did patch things up later and now I have no problems with PRS. Ha I understand the Kemper thing and if I get chance Ill do it. Check there occasionally. The 'fake' reviews are not just companies though... if you go and watch a few of the 'sponsored' channels it becomes immediately obvious that something is not right... On the insides well I always thought that its better to know exactly what you're buying. Like I said in the video having a tube amp fail could be hard work for some. I liked the warranty on this one... assuming they actually honour it. Yes have a great new year yourself and your family too! Good to see you...

[@michaelmitchell5909]

Hey bud that amp only cost 605$ from sweetwater with a full 2 year warranty from them!... Id rather r save a few mkr pennies and have a true tube amp than a profile.... Just my opinion... The amp really sounds awesome tho, I own one

[@joeyvanostrand3655]

Ahhh... Here we go. The review I was looking for. I just got the EVH LBX III 15 watt. I think I want this one next. We shall see.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Well... tell me what you think about the EVH LBX III :) I always love to hear what an owner says... best comments you can have :). This amp is pretty cool especially for the money I think. Sounds massive. Thanks for watching and stay safe.

[@joeyvanostrand3655]

@@tonymckenzieofficial Tony I think it's about the best $600 I ever spent. After owning it for a couple weeksand putting it through its paces I don't think I need the PRS. One thing I think you should check out. From newark.com They have a 15 watt tube head from pulse audio. Under $200. I got it on saler for $118 plus shipping. Thanks man!

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Thanks for the info about that.... and I'll take a look at the other amp you mentioned :) Stay safe.

[@joeyvanostrand3655]

@@tonymckenzieofficial www.newark.com/pulse/pm15h/guitar-tube-amplifier-head-15w/dp/78Y7676?st=Pulse%20audio

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Thanks Joey...

[@U2ENDOFTHEWORLD]

Great video, Tony! Happy New Year!! Cheers from Brazil.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Brazil... hey I hope its warmer there than here right now! and happy new year to you too...

[@U2ENDOFTHEWORLD]

@@tonymckenzieofficial , thanks for answer, Tony. It's Summer in Brazil, very warm! Big hug and keep doing your great vídeos.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

You're lucky! 6-8 degrees here :( and hard to dodge the rain drops :) Have a good one my friend.

[@darinh1]

Happy new year Tony.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Yes the same to you too. Thanks.

[@mdavis2703]

That rockin' jam sounded great at the end!

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Thanks and glad you liked it. It was improvised from start to finish.

[@MindsetMastery75]

Beautiful guitar and rockin amplifier! Cheers mate!

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Missed this comment sorry. Glad you liked the MT15 though a great amp.... and thanks for watching.

[@sfrozen1990]

hi, i want to change the channel by an external footswitch (i got an electro harmonix super switcher) but when i plug in the cable the amp makes a very loud hum, specially in the lead channel. Do you have any idea about this problem? thanks.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

if your pedal switcher is on the same mains... then choose a different outlet for that.... hope it helps.

[@jonkuenning]

Have you or anyone had issues with noise with this amp? I had 2 and loved the tone, but if I had ANYTHING plugged into the FX Loop there was a ridiculous amt of noise/low end hum that made them both unusable.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

You are the second guy to mention that. Seems OK for me re the loop, but I don't overly use the loop myself. The amp itself sounds massive, it has noise of course on the drive channel but it would with this amount of gain. Thanks for the info Jon and stay safe.

[@byronh77]

Question, did you have any issues with the effects loop? Meaning a noticeable hiss once you plugged any effect into the loop? I own one and mine and don't think like noticed this until recently. I have a MXR carbon copy that's extremely noisy in MT 15 loop. The hiss becomes louder without even playing anything if l turn the mix knob up on the pedal.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Some guys have said that the loop is a little 'off' so to speak. I did not really have any issue with it... but an interesting point for sure. Does anyone else have noise issues on the loop? Post here if you do and I could return to take another look I still have the amp. Stay safe.

[@ryanwilson5936]

@@tonymckenzieofficial My MT15 is from the first batch and I have never experienced any of the issues that people said that they have with theirs. My FX loop is actually very quite. In the loop I have a Digitech Polaris, Digitech Obscura, and a cheap Mooer 6-band eq. In the front end of the amp I have a Wampler Tumnus Deluxe and that thing can get pretty squirrelly on me (I’m new to overdrive pedals though). All daisy chained from a One-Spot wall wart. Other than the Wampler being cranked and really pushing the tubes into terrible nonsense, I haven’t had any noise issues with my MT15. I was going to suggest a mains/ground issue but I’ve seen videos of people in well equipped studios having noise issues too so I don’t know. Probably down to inconsistent components in the early batches that was blanketed by excellent marketing and brand recognition. Regardless, the MT15 is certainly a well rounded beast of a lunchbox head!

[@rjeff753]

Love that backing track. And you can damn well shred!! I also love my MT15. Compliments my MESA Stiletto Duece nicely but the cleans on the MT15 are far better. Thanks for the review.

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Hi Robert, this MT-15 is a very good amp for metal etc. and offers a lot for a little. Thanks for your opinion on the MT-15 (and even the Stiletto) and it matters because you own one! I still have mine too :) thanks Rob... stay safe

[@tonyhills2112]

Thanks for a great review Tony, have a super 2019!

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Yes thanks for watching Tony and also have a great new year too.

[@joeabrenica4467]

Thanks for your honesty🤘🔥🤘🔥🤘

[@tonymckenzieofficial]

Thanks for noticing! I tried hard to present this amp as if you were there with me - and its truly a very good amp. I still have mine too :).