Rocktron VooDu Valve Online Guitar Multi Effects Processor 

Comments about Rocktron VooDu Valve Online Guitar Multi Effects Processor:

I've owned many different multi-effects and tone processors over the years - and still continue to buy them if they show sonic potential. The VooDu valve however has been my mainstay for the last ten (10) years. The presets are good - although somewhat overemphasized to let you experience the full effect - dial down some of the modulation etc... and your good to go. I've been a guitar player for over 4 decades (started playing at age 5) and this is by far the best processor for dialing in a specific tone to the most accurate nuance I've used yet. Rocktron has held firm on their price over the years but for good reason. The unit is not a no brainer. In order to maximeze the full potential of the unit you do have to do some tweaking, however once you find "your tone" and save to a preset - you're in. Want a killer tone like nobody elses? This is the unit for you. With a little patience - you'll be turning heads.

Comments about Rocktron VooDu Valve Online Guitar Multi Effects Processor:

I've owned many different multi-effects and tone processors over the years - and still continue to buy them if they show sonic potential. The VooDu valve however has been my mainstay for the last ten (10) years. The presets are good - although somewhat overemphasized to let you experience the full effect - dial down some of the modulation etc... and your good to go. I've been a guitar player for over 4 decades (started playing at age 5) and this is by far the best processor for dialing in a specific tone to the most accurate nuance I've used yet. Rocktron has held firm on their price over the years but for good reason. The unit is not a no brainer. In order to maximeze the full potential of the unit you do have to do some tweaking, however once you find "your tone" and save to a preset - you're in. Want a killer tone like nobody elses? This is the unit for you. I can't emphasize this next statement enough - "The Pre and Post EQ Create the Magic !!!" If you own this unit and don't feel like it is Christmas every day when you plug in - you haven't used the EQ sections. Dial in buttery distortion, Page style tones and your own unique sounds. It takes some tweaking but it is unbelievably worth it!!! With a little patience - you'll be turning heads.

Comments about Rocktron VooDu Valve Online Guitar Multi Effects Processor:

There is a reason this preamp is still around. Quality. I had a Digitech GSP2101 for years for my effects...I would have to say that the Digitech was better in the effects section (not by a *ton* but it was superior) but this unit is better as an all in one solution where you need TONE. You WILL have to tweak this...but with a little time invested in the manual you will be richly rewarded by a versatility you will not be able to get with your amp and pedals unless you are carrying a truckload of stuff. I run this thru 5150 4x12's, Marshall 4x12's, Eminence, Celestions, Weber...whatever. It sounds GREAT. And solved a lot of my pedal tap dancing issues.I have owned Marshall, Mesa, Voodoo Labs pre, custom made PTP amps...I Love this. Sounds like a real amp. Perfect compromise of versatility and tone. Run it into a Mesa 2:90. Sick.

Comments about Rocktron VooDu Valve Online Guitar Multi Effects Processor:

I recently bought this preamp, and I'm really happy with it. At first I was frustrated because there are so many parameters to adjust, it's easy to get a bad sound with it. But after doing some research on frequencies and tweaking the presets I was able to get the awesome metal tone I've been searching for.The reason I got this is because I was unhappy with my amps distortion sound, and I really wanted effects. Now I just run the voodu valve through the power section of my amp and it's like I have a completely different amplifier. This is a really great all in one package, the tones are good, the effects are good. Overall it was a good buy. Now I can focus on getting another guitar instead of having to buy a whole nother amp.

Comments about Rocktron VooDu Valve Online Guitar Multi Effects Processor:

This is a great sounding unit. This thing is all about metal/hard rock tones. I play it through a roctron 100 watt power amp into a marshall 1960a cab (with the speaker emulator off). This is how it was meant to be played. People that knock this thing usually don't set it up right, or realize what a preamp is. All you really need to do is turn down the effects levels on most of the programs and it sounds great. It would be even cooler if there was a presence knob on the front panel. I would have also liked a 1/4 input on the back of the unit so it can be more easily linked to other stuff in my rack.But these are minor problems considering all you get for so little of money. You'll hear some dudes start blathering about how a triaxis with a g-magor sounds better, but they also cost exponentially more.The voodu is the best preamp in its price range.

Comments about Rocktron VooDu Valve Online Guitar Multi Effects Processor:

I have owned this AMP since 1997. I owned Line6 pods: sold them. Bought Peavey Bass/Keyboard amp...: sold it. Used to play Marshall tops before, sold those too. It just doesn't compare with the sounds you get out of this one. The standard presets are just OK, but go to the Rocktron site and use the PatchBay, you can download sounds/banks from other users and load them straight into your Valve. Many times it has revived my joy in playing, listening to others' sounds and just GO! At the moment I record only, use a Fender prodigy with EMG double wound pick-ups (Lukather model), straight into my mixing console. Also play an Ibanez thin body cut-away nylon guitar through it, it is soooo smooth....If you are looking for a good versatile pre-amp: this is it.

Comments about Rocktron VooDu Valve Online Guitar Multi Effects Processor:

This is absolutely the best preamp I have ever used. I can get absolutely any sound I want out of this baby, I just couldn't be happier with it. The secret is the eq section...it is simply in a league of its own. Don't expect this amp to do any "modeling" though...You've gotta know what you want before it will deliver, but you'll figure it out easy enough. I just cant recommend this preamp enough to anyone wanting killer tone and ultimate flexibility!

Comments about Rocktron VooDu Valve Online Guitar Multi Effects Processor:

This preamp is killer. For the coin, nothing compares! Nice metallistortions and pristine cleans all within the reach of a single midi-mate button.

Comments about Rocktron VooDu Valve Online Guitar Multi Effects Processor:

This unit has an unbelievable sound. I've owned the digitech GNX4, pod xt live, boss gt pro, this blows them all away. Sounds great right out of the box, and it is very simple to program, with straight forward effects. The only draw back is that it does not have a built in tuner, hence the 9 rating for the features, but all in all it is a great piece of equipment with no hassle.

Comments about Rocktron VooDu Valve Online Guitar Multi Effects Processor:

I own most of the different processors and this one is great. You might think that the powerful tube-sound might wash out some digital processors, but I find a nice blend between the Rocktron and my Digitech Genesis 3. If you can afford it, get it!