Tube buffers like the Valvulator

[jmcorey]

One approach to making modelers have better dynamics is to convert the high impedance signal from one's guitar to a low impedance signal using a tube buffer circuit. The buffer circuit is inserted between the guitar and the modeler or pedals. The best example of this, to my mind, is the Valvulator by VHT.

However, this product, costing $200, is prone to various circuit failures.

There are tube buffer circuits that are made for CD players and high end audio. Could any of these devices be used in place of the valvulator and have the same effect?

http://cgi.ebay.com/6J1-Tube-Stereo...ryZ12050QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

 

[some_dude]

Re: Tube buffers like the Valvulator

Axess-Electronics BS2

If you're only looking to convert from high to low impedance you don't need a tube.

 

[Artie]

Re: Tube buffers like the Valvulator

I've been thinking about this also, but I would assume you'ld want to put the "tube" between the modeler and the amp/mixer. I was thinking of trying out either a PreSonus BluTube or a pair of Studio-Projects VTB-1's.

Might warm-up the sound of the modeler.

 

[jmcorey]

Re: Tube buffers like the Valvulator

I'll check those out, guys. Thanks for the info.

 

[krankguitarist]

Re: Tube buffers like the Valvulator

Axess-Electronics BS2

If you're only looking to convert from high to low impedance you don't need a tube.

That one definitely looks interesting. I was considering picking up a Valvulator, but the high price tag coupled with the reliability issues I've heard about made me a little wary.

Seems to get some damned good reviews on HC. Not exactly like that's a big accomplishment. I might have to check one out.

 

[jmcorey]

Re: Tube buffers like the Valvulator

That one definitely looks interesting. I was considering picking up a Valvulator, but the high price tag coupled with the reliability issues I've heard about made me a little wary.

Seems to get some damned good reviews on HC. Not exactly like that's a big accomplishment. I might have to check one out.

My thoughts exactly. I am going to email them to see if tey think it will work with modelers.