shred1980now
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i was thinking about getting one of those little vox amplugs in either the "lead" or the "metal". are there any other little headphone amps out there that i should be looking at?
vox amplug headphone amps
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Ball&Chain
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Re: vox amplug headphone amps
The line 6 pocket pod and pocket pod express come to mind. I assume since you are considering the lead and metal versions that you are looking for high gain. Imo, the amplugs dont do high gain very well.
The line 6 pocket pod and pocket pod express come to mind. I assume since you are considering the lead and metal versions that you are looking for high gain. Imo, the amplugs dont do high gain very well.
Ball&Chain
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Re: vox amplug headphone amps
I'm not sure what anyone could possibly expect from these other than a convenient practice tool that sounds decent for the limited function they serve. If they were overly versatile, they wouldn't need a gazillion different versions. The problem that is in my experience, they are convenient, that's about it. They cant do the one tone they are meant for even remotely competently and at 40-50 bucks aren't exactly cheap for what they are.
I'm not sure what anyone could possibly expect from these other than a convenient practice tool that sounds decent for the limited function they serve. If they were overly versatile, they wouldn't need a gazillion different versions. The problem that is in my experience, they are convenient, that's about it. They cant do the one tone they are meant for even remotely competently and at 40-50 bucks aren't exactly cheap for what they are.
Charlie_Bcn
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Re: vox amplug headphone amps
I own two Vox amplug: Metal and Lead models. They're not the new version into a headphone, but the "tiny box" with external earbuds/speakers.
I play hard rock and heavy metal. The lead model takes it from acdc to guns n roses, but the metal model isnt so versatile. It delivers thick distorted sounds, think of metallica to slipknot.
Never forget it is a practice tool... But IMO the lead model is amazing. It delivers great sound and sustain. I can get close to a Slash's sound with my les Paul... for 35€!
The metal model isnt so good, but I like it too. It has a really full sound, at least with SG/Les Paul. Try to set all controls at 6-6-6. Its not a joke, its the sweet spot!
This said, I must say they sound WAY BETTER when plugged to an external speaker, even if its small & cheap. I only use headphones at night.
I own two Vox amplug: Metal and Lead models. They're not the new version into a headphone, but the "tiny box" with external earbuds/speakers.
I play hard rock and heavy metal. The lead model takes it from acdc to guns n roses, but the metal model isnt so versatile. It delivers thick distorted sounds, think of metallica to slipknot.
Never forget it is a practice tool... But IMO the lead model is amazing. It delivers great sound and sustain. I can get close to a Slash's sound with my les Paul... for 35€!
The metal model isnt so good, but I like it too. It has a really full sound, at least with SG/Les Paul. Try to set all controls at 6-6-6. Its not a joke, its the sweet spot!
This said, I must say they sound WAY BETTER when plugged to an external speaker, even if its small & cheap. I only use headphones at night.
