So Blackstar is throwing their hat in modeling

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Sounds pretty decent in the demos



 
Re: So Blackstar is throwing their hat in modeling

Im always leary of advertisements for modelling gear when the tones are drenched in effects.
 
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It's not actually modeling as far as far as it fakes a mesa, a fender or a marshall etc. it's all blackstar sounds but what it models are various tubes which is actually a cool take on things. Seems like it would be loads of fun to have around since there's bound to be some good tones in there with the truckloads of tonal tweaking options it has.

Here's a good overview of it....

http://www.sonicstate.com/amped/2012/03/23/messe12-blackstar-id-100tvp/
 
Re: So Blackstar is throwing their hat in modeling

I don't like it. Yes the valve type simulation is cool and it sounds ok in the video, but I was quite content with what Blackstar already offered. This is a more affordable range, and when a manufacturer introduces a more affordable range, they drive up the prices of the other models. You will most certainly see the HT, Series One and Artisan amps jump in price to make room for the lower range.
 
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I just got rid of my Peavey Vypyr and I can say that modeling amps are like Swiss Army knives, they do a lot kinda good but doesn't do anything great. There is tons of options with them (Vypyr, Line6) but it never worked out for me. The nail in the coffin with mine was the digital background noise that drove me nucking futs. Maybe the Blackstars are different...
 
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I just find that modelers will only sound OK at one volume setting. Usually very low.
With increased volume their faults become more apparent.
 
Re: So Blackstar is throwing their hat in modeling

Van Noord said:
I just find that modelers will only sound OK at one volume setting. Usually very low.
With increased volume their faults become more apparent.
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Their faults become apparent in a band mix as well. You just can't dial in those juicy, cutting mids in a live mix with a modeler.
 
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I think the Vox AD series was really pretty good, but after it was discontinued and replaced there were continuing problems with noise. . .maybe they have been corrected recently, I hope so. . .
 
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UberMetalDood said:
Their faults become apparent in a band mix as well. You just can't dial in those juicy, cutting mids in a live mix with a modeler.
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When I use this amp I don't have any problems! I've had mine since it's inception...An awesome amp actually!

VTH 120 Head...





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Re: So Blackstar is throwing their hat in modeling

Funny this . . .


. . . when i 1st heard that they have clipping diodes in their cheaper amps, i KNEW (even back then) that they will one day bring out moddeling amps.

I just had that very strong feeling that THIS is the type of Co that will go that route :(
 
Re: So Blackstar is throwing their hat in modeling

If there is money to be made in selling that kind of product, I'm not sure why they wouldnt.
 
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