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@harvesteroftone5473
3 жыл бұрын
The JOYO Zombie is a great sounding little hybrid if you’re on a tight budget.
@thedanksavatron7782
3 жыл бұрын
I have one & it's the best budget mini amp IMO!
@SonicDriveStudio
3 жыл бұрын
Me too. I talked to them about that one today but they don't want to send me one because it's not in their current promo plan unfortunately
@rockerstreet8743
2 жыл бұрын
SuomiPerkele I had one, that one’s no good. Clean is okay…crunch and distortion is just unbearable
@SimonSawal
3 жыл бұрын
Very nice! I think maybe an H&K Tubemeister 20 on the list. The 40 watts is almost not an lunchbox anymore according to the wattage. I think the engl fireball 25 is very nice. Best bang for buck and you can do every gig with it. On large stages you can always use in-ear. The PRS MT15 is really really loud. With an 2xw12 you can play with an loud drummer
@SonicDriveStudio
3 жыл бұрын
What do you think of this list? Agree? Disagree? Let me know!
@thibderobAKAfremen
3 жыл бұрын
Your opinion on the EVH 5150 III LBX, original version, with blue and red channels ? :)
@SonicDriveStudio
3 жыл бұрын
It's awesome but no cleans and a very pronounced tone
@ВадимДавликанов
3 жыл бұрын
Marshall dsl20 it's a great amp for metal too and it cost around 450$ ))
@SonicDriveStudio
3 жыл бұрын
That one is great too but more of a rock amp compared to the amps on my list
@Rokalott
3 жыл бұрын
I’d thought you’d have the mark v35 in there ,still a few great amp tho
@Behemoth92
3 жыл бұрын
I bought the PRS MT 15 and i am extrmely happy with it. The noise problems were only with the early 2018 models i think, mine from 2021 is perfectly silent. It is not as versatile but if all you need is a good clean and a high gain channel, its hard to beat, it's amazing with my big pedalboard.
@TobyKBTY
2 жыл бұрын
The perfect video for the countless bedroom hobbyists and recording musicians of today. Love this channel.
@naftade
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for all these cool videos. They are incredibly helpful. I wish your channel quick success. It would be so well deserved !👍
@borhksalduero9259
3 жыл бұрын
Mmmm…. I didn’t expect that number one to be honest. But as you say, “in your opinion”it’s a fair list. Definitely I think the PRS has more punch than the iron ball…. The invective is quite a modern metal machine and as you are,I have always been a Mesa guy, so either way the list is almost what I had in mind. Thanks buddy!!
@SonicDriveStudio
3 жыл бұрын
It's hard to pick favorites! Luckily I don't have to choose for myself haha. Ironball, you meant Fireball right? The Ironball is great too!
@borhksalduero9259
3 жыл бұрын
@@SonicDriveStudio sorry mate, I meant the Fireball. This life is full of hard decisions buddy!!! But yeah you got a paradise of pure gain right there!!!
@joathescientist
3 жыл бұрын
8:43 and yet so many companies seem to not get it. Great video! Totally agreed with your top 1. Looking forward to seeing ENGL Savage 25-40w version
@91Metalhead
2 жыл бұрын
Did they announce a lov watt ENGL savage?
@Max-sn5kt
2 жыл бұрын
Hope they release that one day, the dream
@joathescientist
2 жыл бұрын
@@91Metalhead, I haven't heard anything but I hope they release one anytime soon!
@joathescientist
2 жыл бұрын
@@Max-sn5kt indeed! it would be the monster in a little box.
@jedi666sith
2 жыл бұрын
Great video! I'm thinking on buying one mini amp. I really like the ENGL but for almost the same price I can get an EVH 5150III Stealth 50W and it's convincing me the more I see videos of mini amps. Would you do a video of that EVH someday? Cheers!
@XciteMike
3 жыл бұрын
Yes, the long awaiting list! Thanks for doing this. I know it's not a lunchbox, but given the cost similarity, where would you slot in the Laney IRT60H?
@SonicDriveStudio
3 жыл бұрын
It's more of an all-round rock amp in my opinion. Not that it can't do metal
@gravelrocks5588
3 жыл бұрын
Maybe you should have done top 10? There are alot of great luchbox amps. What about the marshall dsl20hr ? Awesome high gain tone
@Daneidorff
3 жыл бұрын
Cool video, and nice to see ENGL at the top. Would love to see and hear more “small” amps like the SLO30 or some of the Friedmans. A different pricetag on them, i know. But still😉
@Waterinmenbenen
3 жыл бұрын
I wouldn't consider the SLO30 a lunchbox amp. I own one and it feels / sounds more like a 50 watt'er.
@leodista
Жыл бұрын
Hi, Your videos are good, can you also make a video that focuses on Punk, Pop Rock, Emo sounding? I noticed that almost all of tour videos focuses on Metal when it comes to heavy stuff, it would be cooler if from Clean, a bit gain(punk), Pop punk, Alternative Rock, Emo or Pop Rock, Screamo, Core, you know, so you can cover all of genres, not everyone likes Metal just saying, hope you dont mind just trying to help your channel, you have lots of amplifiers why not cover all of the genres :)
@offthebooksmusic
Жыл бұрын
i have both an MT15 and a Tubemeister 36 and I’m looking to expand!
@marklugo7168
2 жыл бұрын
I would love to see you get the Revv G20 on the channel! Such a great amp with lots of awesome features along with a tight, articulate, and clear sound without the need of an overdrive.
@CraigularjJoeWoodworks
Жыл бұрын
Totally, REVV is located 40 minutes from my house
@deanmiller6177
Жыл бұрын
Played REVV and they are more hype than anything
@MackTheKnifeSlowly
5 ай бұрын
Ironic if he hasn't covered Revv, since he only does IR demos. Am I wrong, or did that company sorta start the "IR-out on tube amp" craze?
@MackTheKnifeSlowly
5 ай бұрын
Ironic if he hasn't covered Revv, since he only does IR demos. Am I wrong, or did that company sorta start the "IR-out on tube amp" craze?
@Burnt_Gerbil
3 жыл бұрын
My Orange OR15 does surprisingly well for metal. And it goes for around $700. The circuit is almost the same as the Jim Root terror. It even handles 8-string metal. 🤘😬
@SonicDriveStudio
3 жыл бұрын
I love that one too, just prefer the other ones for metal
@mikedenkinger9570
3 жыл бұрын
I've heard great things about this amp.
@demian113
2 жыл бұрын
This is the best channel for amp info! I've been hooked on the MT15, but now I wanna try the Fireball 25. Need a mini head that can keep up with a loud drummer.
@andycoach9286
3 жыл бұрын
Have Marshall dsl 20 and Mesa mini rec… But…. Since I bought the Fireball 25, I forgot them both…
@spencercoles1800
3 жыл бұрын
I'd recommend the Revv G20, the amount of features packed into that amp is pretty remarkable.
@musicinsession
Жыл бұрын
100%% And it's super tight!!
@keinchu
9 ай бұрын
REVV G20 and Victory Kraken VX are 2 best lunchbox head amp IMO
@belligerentamateur
3 жыл бұрын
Great list! I agree with your #2 and 3 amps whole heartedly!
@SonicDriveStudio
3 жыл бұрын
Don't like the Fireball 25?
@belligerentamateur
3 жыл бұрын
@@SonicDriveStudio I've never had a chance to play it, so I can't actually comment! Lol People tell me I need to get one ASAP though! I trust your assessment!
@SonicDriveStudio
3 жыл бұрын
The Ironball is great too but the Fireball 25 has more girth.
@milkandmeat
3 жыл бұрын
You should make your own video of your list, Kyle
@oldguyjammin9732
3 жыл бұрын
I’d straight up agree with you except for the HK perhaps, always struggled to get the fizz out of my HKs. I’d probably put the Invective at the top but having owned an Ironball I’ll extend some grace :) now I’m really curious about a Fireball ha ha.
@lucwilson1
3 жыл бұрын
You forgot the Mark V:25
@jaychen2000metal
2 жыл бұрын
Had a feeling it was going to be Engl. I'm torn between fireball and the new Ironball SE 20
@Gong14921
2 ай бұрын
What amps would you recommend to get a jazz fusion or rock fusion sound? Thank you for everything you do!
@DaltPlaysGuitar
3 жыл бұрын
Great list!! I have a PRS MT-15 myself. I know the Orange Micro Dark isn’t really in this league, but for the price, size and sound I think that little head is incredible
@LifeHawkeye
Жыл бұрын
If I had all those amps you have on your shelf there, I would never leave the house!
@ericvalverderosado2046
3 жыл бұрын
I wouldn’t say the H&K is a lunchbox…big heads are from 50 watts and up…so is pretty close…lunchboxes can get up to 30…would even say 30 watt is perfect for bedroom and 50 watt should be the standard top…we don’t need the whole 100 cuz even in studio nobody gets to use all that volume, not even live cuz amp’s get micked up…considering the environment as well is good to cut the amp's wattage. Imo I’m starting to get less interest in tube amp’s cuz you have to buy extra stuff to work with them…you need a cab, cables, pedals…meanwhile amp’s like the Boss Katana have maybe all effects a guitarist would ever need and if you go the plug-in way there’s tons of free software regarding amp’s and effects…if I had a tube amp tho…PRS MT15 or the new EVH 5150 Stealth Mini…it packs a huge punch and got a clean channel
@bogeaqYT
3 жыл бұрын
Another God-Tier video! BTW, do you wanna get the Soldano SLO-30 someday?
@brrblack497
2 жыл бұрын
This validated my purchase decision. Now to grab the Ironball and the Invective just because .
@Procyon58
3 жыл бұрын
Did you have a chance to try Fortin Sigil? We might have a new leader in this tier list.
@anxiousnation3820
3 жыл бұрын
I must say you work hard on this channel. I hope you get paid for all of this content.
@SonicDriveStudio
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks very much!
@joehertel8846
3 жыл бұрын
Great vid ! I got my mt15 for 450 (tax included) brand new from my local dealer and I love it it's a lil beast , and Im gonna get the invective mh to keep it company
@brianjackson9801
11 ай бұрын
Mesa Mark V 25. It can do anything.
@strudel9706
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video!! I'm trying to pick and good lunchbox amp for home recording. This had a ton of great information
@axrip1
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! This is really helpful getting your opinion on how you experience them. I was a bit surprised and now have to look into the Engl more. I dont regret getting a 6505mh some time back ago though. I hope there will be a continuation with rock, vintage and whatelse amps as well! (I have a SC20H, a 6505mh and a H&K tubemeister 5W at this point. Only "lacking" a blues type of amp)
@boeldridge8371
4 ай бұрын
No Demo? Would of been nice to hear what you are talking about.
@SonicDriveStudio
4 ай бұрын
All over my channel
@SailTheSaddle
3 жыл бұрын
I’ve owned both the engl iron ball and the MT15. The iron ball is very tight and has loads of gain for modern metal. The MT15 was a little flubby until I put the tube screamer mini in front. I actually ended up loving the tone out of the MT15. Guess it helps being played through the Mesa 2x12.
@northtimo666
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video. Do you think PRS MT15 is loud enough for a metal band practice?
@SonicDriveStudio
3 жыл бұрын
Yeah
@HesheR82
Жыл бұрын
When I turn up the post gain to max or past 8 on dial of peavey invective mh it sounds very bad. Like high pitched weird ice picking bees in tin can sound. I wouldn't use the gain that high but it's a concern to me that it mite be defective. I have the PRS MT-15 that has way more gain and it doesn't break up like that. Running a 2x12 with eminance governors. Anybody else have this issue ? Is this normal ?
@kellystarr8979
9 ай бұрын
I just started watching your amp reviews I have listened to all of these except the ENGL. I do like the Orange stuff but I don’t love it. I love Mesa’s sound. Love the EVH stuff. But I think I’m completely in love with those Peavey Invectives and I never thought I would pick Peavy over all the amps out there but those are kick ass amps.
@prometheusrising8767
3 жыл бұрын
I am ready to order an amp and I am between fireball 25 ,mt15 and Invective . Right now I think i like more fireball 25 but i am not sure yet. I play usually down tempo black metal riffs with lots of chords in e standard with lots of delay and reverb so I need good articulation and not definition , which one would you recommend ?
@SonicDriveStudio
3 жыл бұрын
Fireball
@prometheusrising8767
3 жыл бұрын
@@SonicDriveStudio thanks! :)
@markolivares6943
Жыл бұрын
Returned my MT15 dude to the chasis rattling once the volume is past one. I do alot of chugging so it is really noticeable at higher volumes. Maybe it was just my Mt 15 inhad some bad luck with. Anyone else with experience this issue 🤔
@thedanksavatron7782
3 жыл бұрын
I'm surprised the REVV 20 wasn't mentioned. But Engle fireball is my dream amp!
@SonicDriveStudio
3 жыл бұрын
Would love to try a Revv
@nickrooney6206
2 жыл бұрын
What I wanna know is which one can go through 412s in a medium size room with a loud drummer.?? And be OK loud enough most people say none of them can some people say one of them can
@musicinsession
Жыл бұрын
Totally agree with Jon review's here, especially what he says about eh MT15 noise! I had TWO bloody replacements for my MT15 and ended up getting a refund because even though the amp lead channel was great, right after plugging a noise gate to the effects loop, the amp started making really bad hissing and hum noises! Sounded like an air frying and that persisted even after I removed everything from the noise loop. It literally broke the amp! I had it checked by the store folks myself! So yeah, if you buy that amp, be careful!! Especially when you plug noise gates to the effects loop!
@richardcheramie3394
5 ай бұрын
I know it’s late to comment but it’s never to late! I have to say, you do the best and most informative information in demonstrations on amplification information! You are a great guitarist! Keep up the great demonstrations! Love it! Also Orange is my favorite amps next to mesa boogie!
@brandonhamilton370
Жыл бұрын
What would you suggest for settings on the H&K to get a real nice dual recto sound?
@transmundanemusic
Жыл бұрын
I just got the MT15. Holy shit. It sounds as good as a 4K boutique amp. It's INSANE.
@GaugedFreak10
2 жыл бұрын
I'm really digging those little Invective MH amps, the seem to sound great and are fairly cost friendly compared to some of the other options in this class.
@jzri4701
2 жыл бұрын
I bought a second hand orange dark terror with less than 200 dolloars in 2020,it's not bad,but I want a Engl fireball 25 or even savage!
@brianbass4971
2 жыл бұрын
Why not review the H&K tubemeister 18? That’s really their lunchbox amp.
@pimsmise
3 жыл бұрын
Great video Jon ! Do you think that all 5 amps are "better" than the ENGL Ironball ? Or did you think it was too similar to the Fireball to include it ?
@SonicDriveStudio
3 жыл бұрын
Good question! I didnt really want to include 2 amps of the same brand. The IB is excellent but the FB is a little bit more flexible and has a little bit more oomph. Don't get me wrong, the IB is amazing!
@pimsmise
3 жыл бұрын
@@SonicDriveStudio Cool ! Thanks for the answer
@shanew6332
2 жыл бұрын
Have you played the H&K Tubemeister 18? How does it compare to the deluxe 40?
@juliodefreitas157
Жыл бұрын
Awesome video..thank you for sharing. ❤❤❤
@geetarplyr1
3 жыл бұрын
Revv G20 is pretty killer too...
@SonicDriveStudio
3 жыл бұрын
Would love to try one!
@3ngineer427
3 жыл бұрын
Honestly, I expected Revv G20 My top 3 list is Mesa Mini Rec PRS MT15 Revv G20
@Rob-qr2kn
3 жыл бұрын
I just purchased the ENGL fireball 25 with a vertical 2x12 MESA cab and a PRS DW CE 24 burnt amber. I am having so much fun.
@sgeorgiev
3 жыл бұрын
Great video. Can you please make comparison between the engl fireball 25 amd the ironball special edition 606se?
@williamsimmons4678
2 жыл бұрын
Bud ! Always love checkn your vids out man and Love your playing 🤘🤘
@TheSubstrance
3 жыл бұрын
Great video man, thanks! Do you really need a loadbox like the torpedo to silent record into a computer using a USB interface? I'm a newbie when it comes to analog stuff lol.
@kinglord5163
3 жыл бұрын
I played the fireball 100 and the powerball too. Both sucked hard in my opinion. So I guess the fireball 25 sucks too.
@kinglord5163
3 жыл бұрын
Ironball and peavey6505mh are very good lunchbox amps for metal.
@metallover8
Жыл бұрын
I'm getting my first 8 string and need a new amp for it. What would you recommend?
@SonicDriveStudio
Жыл бұрын
An ENGL
@TobiasHeinzle
Жыл бұрын
Just got mine Engl Fireball 25 with a Engl 112vsb Pro and you are so right and I am so glad I bought this gear, it is so awesome 🤘🏻 thanks for your reviews 🤙🏻
@christianlandmann9759
8 ай бұрын
Can you tell me the difference betweeb Fireball and ironball?
@tommyvanhalen1728
2 жыл бұрын
Evh lbx the first one.
@callumvernon7053
3 жыл бұрын
Personally I would have included the Victory Kraken in there somewhere!
@SonicDriveStudio
3 жыл бұрын
I have yet to try one!
@SonicDriveStudio
3 жыл бұрын
A full tube one I mean
@callumvernon7053
3 жыл бұрын
Oh man, I think that needs to be your next video then.!!
@divebomb99
3 жыл бұрын
A Whammy here, a Whammy there, one for you and one for me, however many might there be!?
@MrMariodraiby1
3 жыл бұрын
Soldano Slo30 ; driftwood mini nightmare 😄
@xav73410
2 жыл бұрын
Victory Kraken is the best for me!
@jackobrien4613
2 жыл бұрын
ive never heard someone refer 2 $700 as "cheap" until now lol
@HVACRTECH-83
2 жыл бұрын
It's about as cheap as it gets for a tube amp,I consider that to be cheap as well especially for what you're getting
@NOEFFECTS27
3 жыл бұрын
Does it make sense, for someone that has a dsl20hr to pull the trigger on a Engl fireball 25? I want to achieve that modern metal sound. Great video! Thanks!
@SonicDriveStudio
3 жыл бұрын
Yes, very different sound
@bradclark535
3 жыл бұрын
Great contacts. Surprised you did not include the JJ Junior. Is that because of price?
@SonicDriveStudio
3 жыл бұрын
It's a great amp, just more rock than metal imho
@rastamon5969
Жыл бұрын
Marshall dsl 20 beats all of these!!
@Ari_Calamari
3 жыл бұрын
No Orange??? 🥺 I agree, they’re a bit fuzzy, but they do stoner metal quite well.
@SonicDriveStudio
3 жыл бұрын
I LOVE Orange, I don't have 11 of them for nothing but for straight up heavy metal I find these others more suitable...
@olonoli
3 жыл бұрын
What do u think about the peavey 6505mh why its not in the list ? Its way better the invective ??
@SonicDriveStudio
3 жыл бұрын
Check out my comparison of the two
@SM57
3 жыл бұрын
👍👍👍💪
@svenjeschke5025
3 жыл бұрын
I totally agree. The Fireball 25 is a beast! Would love to see a lunchbox version of the Engl Artist Edition, which is my favourite amp ever.
@SonicDriveStudio
3 жыл бұрын
Any ENGL lunchbox amp would be great!
@Heisenhuegel
3 жыл бұрын
why couldn't the engl ironball make it into the top 5? at the fireball you mention that the ironball would be a bit tighter. I would be interested in what you think he is not so good at. or what he's good at xD you made wonderful sound examples for the ironball. but your spoken / written opinion would be of interest to me too :)
@SonicDriveStudio
3 жыл бұрын
The Ironball is great! Very tight and focused sounding. I didn't want to include 2 amps of the same brand though and I just love the Fireball a lot. That doesn't mean that the Ironball isn't amazing, because it is!
@Heisenhuegel
3 жыл бұрын
yeah, thanks for the quick reply! :)
@Kryptron5150
3 жыл бұрын
One amp not mentioned is the dsl20. The Marshall dsl20h does metal pretty well imo.
@SonicDriveStudio
3 жыл бұрын
I have it and like it a lot. Just not as good for metal as the ones on the list imho
@josefpdx
2 жыл бұрын
No tones?
@CraigCrider
3 жыл бұрын
"Hey guys, it's..."
@SonicDriveStudio
3 жыл бұрын
Love u too! :)
@khushurohit1
3 жыл бұрын
My favourite....mark v 25!
@SonicDriveStudio
3 жыл бұрын
Great amp!
@khushurohit1
3 жыл бұрын
@@SonicDriveStudio thanks for replying...love your videos.. greetings from India!
@xmistersinisterx
3 жыл бұрын
What's the best recommended boost for a mt15?
@SonicDriveStudio
3 жыл бұрын
Any old boost would work. I like the Laney Steelpark
@Nitrav.
3 жыл бұрын
Love your videos bro. It's great.
@SonicDriveStudio
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@dinogiolitti6968
2 жыл бұрын
Engl Ironball Special Edition...
@SonicDriveStudio
2 жыл бұрын
That's a great amp!
@SuperMadmore
3 жыл бұрын
H&K Tubemeister Deluxe 40.... Why not the Grandmeister?
@SonicDriveStudio
3 жыл бұрын
The tubemeister sounds better for metal imho
@SuperMadmore
3 жыл бұрын
@@SonicDriveStudio I¨m about 1 click away from ordering the Grandmeister from watching yours and others videos. But... now you got me thinking. Any chanse you could make Tubmeister 40 vs Grandmeister 40 and go through the diffrenses? Thanks for the great job you are doing!!
@SonicDriveStudio
3 жыл бұрын
@@SuperMadmore both are great! The lead channel on the TM is perhaps a little bit better for metal but the GM has so many great options! What are your concerns?
@SuperMadmore
3 жыл бұрын
@@SonicDriveStudio Well... I havent played for that long and i thought i would be all in metal, but even thou i want to play abit more metal, i do find myself playing many other styles. Blues, jazzblues and so on, as i find it more rewarding playing other things than alot of powerchord. So, i do want it to be a good alround amp... but maybe leaning towards metal.
@SonicDriveStudio
3 жыл бұрын
@@SuperMadmore can't go wrong with either to be honest. Perhaps look at all the features. Do you want an amp that can do it all with a lot of options? Or a more simple and stripped down design.
@putontheseglasses8809
3 жыл бұрын
Invective, 6505mh, grandmiester 36, Marshall dsl20 and Spider iv 15 converted into head.
@palmmutestudio5791
3 жыл бұрын
I would have unsubscribed if the ENGL wasn't the first one :D
@dimebagtribute
3 жыл бұрын
What about the MarkV Twenty Five?? Have you got it? Don't you like it?? By the way did I see Rock Lords in the background...??!!
@Louis-ut6sf
2 жыл бұрын
?!?!?!?????!?!?!??!?!?!??!?!?!??!?!?
@acexxxoasis
3 жыл бұрын
Would the Wangs make #6? Lol or does it have to be a mini of something...
@SonicDriveStudio
3 жыл бұрын
Haha that's more of a rock amp imho. Still a great amp!
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