I have an 8 head amp switcher, I put the ps-100 in the in out bus of my amp switcher, that gives me a global attenuator for all 8 heads and a global effects loop for all 8 heads, it works perfectly, cuts down on cables, great piece of kit.
I'm hoping to add an amp switcher for this same setup. I'm glad to see someone mention this setup. I have the PS2 and I'm hoping to get the 4x2 amp switcher
Super great. I have an SC20 which I am getting this for, but also miss having a Plexi so going to need two amps in the mix sooner or later. Right now just want to get things working with what I have going on, but it's good to think ahead. Appreciate your comment.
I've got a DeLisle 12x12 on the way and I'm dying to replace by Radial Tonebone Prodigy load-box with a ps-100. I've got over 12 heads and quite a few low wattage combos that would be amazing with the option of adding a bit more power to them. I'm also fully bought in to the Synergy ecosystem so the power amp function of the PS 100 is sooooo tempting.
Hey guys, Ignazio (Jensen Speakers) here. As always, a true pleasure sitting back and listening to Steven explaining the "magic" and making it clear, understandable and useful for the audience. Thank you Henning for these two videos about "all you ever wanted to know about the PowerStation - but were afraid to ask". Hey Steven, awesome piece of gear, almost needless to say this is a must-have for a LOT of guitar players out there ... you already know how much I like your products!
As a customer.. I can careless about load boxes with IR's and crap. The Power Station is what I wanted. These are fantastic! And they work with everything I want to throw at it!
"knobs" HA! I actually laughed out loud. I know that longer videos like this might night get the same number of views of something short and splashy, but this was phenomenal. This might be the first time i've heard a clearly articulated difference between how each of these companies approach volume and recording. Hearing the designer explain his focus, his why, and how he's attacked the problems he believes most needed solving, was refreshing.
Thank you Mr Fryette for putting out the Power Station and the Power Load IR - these two in conjunction are like a dream come true. Yes I still like my UA Ox Box for some tasks - but these two in combination with good IRs and all the versatility regarding the connectivity are THE solution for me. And did I mention that a digital device like an axe fx through the Powerstation into a cab sounds INSANE?! Go buy both Fryette Boxes and call it a day guys - you won’t need anything else from there on - period ❤
Purchased the PS 100 almost a year ago. I am constantly blown away how my 100 watt amps sound at reasonable levels. Even my 1watt Marshall sounds kick ass cranked into it. I run it through and amp switcher and I use it as an attenuator, as well as use it as the effects loop for all 6 amp heads. I like if far better than the Boss TAE, which I sold to fund this purchase. Probably the best gear purchase I’ve made in years.
I have two PS2-A units, which I consider some of the best gear I have ever bought. Mainly use them to go stereo from a Helix Rack into two 2x12 cabs with Celestion Cream speakers (after I finally realized that Class D power amps and guitar should not exist on the same planet - and I tried several of those). I also use them for recording (far less noise/hiss than the Captor X and a lot more road worthy than that OX by IKEA). Of course I also use them to attenuate my 100W heads and to amplify my Effectrode Blackbird Preamp. It works perfectly for all these things.
The Fryette PS-100 is what I have waiting for my needs- - - - am able to boost my favorite lunch box amps, or attenuate my 100w beasts, or use the line out going into my AX-8, into an interface to do silent computer recordings. ALSO, ADDED BONUS - - - Be able to run the already beautiful amp models of the AX-8 through the PS-100 and out into my cabs, eliminating the need to fill my man cave with much more amplifiers. Now I can have inspiration 24/7. This is beautiful, thank you Steven Fryette.
I take one output of an AxeFXIII into the FX return of an EVH 5150III,then take the speaker out of the amp into the PS-100…. Then the line out of the PS-100 back into the AxeFXIII…..Outputs 1 of the AxeFXIII then go to a stereo Marshall 9005 tube power amp into 2 4x12’s……so the amp models are being run thru a cranked tube power section,then that sound with stereo FX are going out left and right,and I can use a 3rd cab in the middle that is dry….sounds phenomenal…..Power Station makes a very easy wet dry wet rig…..
This is an awesome video that really answers all the questions I've had. Previously while considering to get an attenuator I always bumped into lots of marketing bullshit and those were packed with a lot of stuff that I don't need and especially don't want to pay for. This product is very different. In software engineering this is called micro services - some code that serves only one purpose but does it in the most effective way. I believe that in the hardware it's also a way to go. Every pro should be able to replace any single part of the system if he thinks it's worth it. Of course there's still plenty of room for the combined systems, some people just like simple solutions without thinking of proper connection.
This looks incredible, I just want something like this but with a Stereo FX Loop, Stereo Outs and 3 Cab outputs. Add the option to have 4 Line Outputs a Left and Right for for the Stereo FX loop, and 2 for the dry signal with a tiny phase difference to give a double track effect. Effectively this would allow you with a Single Amp head to create a Wet/ Dry/ Wet setup to create a perfect Stereo recording or Live setup. You could Mic 3 Cabs, have the FX loop affected L & R outputs Direct into your Interface either through the ADAT or L & R Line outs and just Mic a Cab with the Dry Signal, Run FX Loop L & R outs and both Dry outputs into your interface either from Line outs or ADAT. Yes I get having so many ways to effectively do the same thing seems redundant, but it would give Options, and Options are Good.
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Breakfast time..9:35AM in soaking and rainy Southern California. I made me some hot café(Coffee for all you non Spanish speakers) and warming up some red salsa laced tamales. Going to enjoy this explanation from Henning and Steven!
I am using 2 Syn2’s into an axe fx3. I just learned about the PS 2 having the self attenuating to get the real characteristics of a power amp at line level. I own 6 Synergy modules. So now I ordered the PS 2 and will finally have the complete tube amp at line level. Perfect for playing at home in an apartment.
One of the best features of the power station is actually the fx loop, especially if you have a collection of vintage amps that you want to use it with. it makes it possible to add an FX loop to your plexiglass but also to your fender deluxe from 1953. Thats really cool
I have a powered Kemper. Sounds okay with their speaker… If I bypass the power amp and run in into my Powerstation 2, and then into my vintage Hiwatt 4x12- amazing!!!! It also has made my horribly bright Vox AC 50 into a wonderful/useable amp. Thanks!!
Looking at buying one of these and put on your vid as I was making some meatballs. Heh. Good conversation. Actually came back to comment after the fact. All good and this really is a great guitar platform to me. Appreciate the marketing comments from Fryette and their effort in trying to make something legitimate. P.S. You should focus more on your intro music. Quite a few of your original snippets are right on. Bon Appetitto!
Owning a SuperTwin makes you appreciate the power and NEED for a way to control the ferocity of a 3 ton 212 calf massage/ tinnitus machine 🤘🏽 A efx loop would have been cool to…. I wonder if I should have one added to mine one resurrect it?🤔 Damnit! My amp guy hates this amp (I suspect he’s popped a few Test speakers) and now I gotta ask if we can slip a loop in … before or after the reverb??? Damnit Quentin!!! Merry Christmas oh ye Ketchup King of Kentucky 🎄
I had to wait a whiiile for my backordered PS-2 but boy was it worth the wait! It may be the most crucial piece of gear in my bedroom "studio" I can crank my MIG-50 in my apartment and not piss anybody off! It is sooo freaking versatile and useful!
@@nickvankempen I prefer the Fryette as the sound feels more natural and it feels like a cranked amp. The TAE was ok. I put my Bogner 3534 through it and it sounded very flat, like it had lost its mojo.
You can use a Boss TAE for your wet effects send but I wouldn't use its output for my main dry guitar sound. The Power Station you can do both and it sounds amazing. It is a real amplifier. valve amplifier. Your guitar cab of choice feels a Valve amp driving it but at your level of choice, ie not deafening.
I have the PS-100. I love this concrete block. Does everything I need it to do without having to download software. Thank you Mr. Fryette. Dave Friedman and yourself are the only people that truly understand musicians. IMO
I really love an attenuator by TAD Silencer. I used one (not mine) with a very loud 120w Matamp GT120 and a Fane F90 loaded 4x12, also not mine. I tried the amp and cab without the attenuator, its ridiculously loud, sounds amazing but you really can't use it in a lot of places, even some small venues won't be too pleased if you turned up with this half stack. With the Silencer, I could still play loud and move air, but at a slightly lower volume without losing the amp's characteristics with a Sonic Doom Fuzz in the front. As I adjusted the Silencer for lower volumes it still sounded the same, albeit at lower volumes, but loud enough for a gig. What impressed me most was, we took it to a friend's flat and adjusted it so we could play at such low volumes we could hear the strings being picked. With a few extra tweaks with the Silencer's fine tune dial and switch to adjust for such environments, it still sounded like it was fully kranked through a 360w 4x12, the only thing that wasn't there was speaker distortion and the air being moved, but it still sounded like a full on half stack. Seriously impressive. I have just ordered one to go with a Model T amp that's being made for me. The Silencer is only £350(ish), too.
Sounds great for you but I don’t believe that has an effects loop. I can use my PS2 with my not Master Volume amps like my Tweed Deluxe (5E3) and add effects after the power amp. A 5E3 typically distorts at the power amp stage - putting effects in front doesn’t work me. I do appreciate that the PS2 is twice the price though.
I know I’m late to this party, but just to be clear about Edward Van Halen’s classic MXR Phase 90, MXR Flanger and Echoplex sounds from roughly 1975-1981 or so…he did not have effects loops or any external effects loop devices. He ran everything straight in front of his Marshall amps. If you are talking about say 1985 forward and the advent of the rack gear and later the signature amps from the various companies and albums from 1991 onward, there might be some loops involved. But I can say with absolute confidence and hard evidence that Eddie did not use an effects loop for any effect during what most consider to be the classic era of Van Halen.
I LIKE the idea that my PS-2A is hefty enough to bludgeon somebody with! 😁 Gives me confidence in the durability. (Mine's still pretty new) Tubes need heavy iron!
I don’t need attenuation, I simply use an Ibanez mini tube screamer in front of my Marshall dsl 40c and it sounds great for all types of crunch ect on low volume. That Ibanez tube screamer is the best pedal I’ve ever purchased.
So, I own a Fryette two ninety two stereo power amplifier, does that mean that I need to invest in two power stations in order to play at lower volume’s at the (sweet spot) in stereo?? Or do some people just want to much ?
I have the FRYETTE PS-2A since December, it's a real great and very useful tool! But something in the Video is a bit confusing for me: at 32:42 Steve Fryette says: "1 watt amp into a ps-2, then take the speaker out of the ps-2 and plug it in its own amp in of the fryette" But where do i put the 1 watt amp into the ps-2, when fryettes "amp in" is already connected with the cabel that comes from fryettes speaker out?
The main thing I want it for is to be able to crank my amp, glorious power tube distortion,and be able to have the same glory distortion at any volume. Please help
Sooo .. my question is: since it’s a tube poweramp, does it need a load to not damage itself in case I would only want to use it as a reactive load to get the DI unto my computer?
PS100 wipes the floor of the ox box as far as attenuation and using amps go. Ox has the fancy software to make up for the poor loadbox and attenuation, but software is software, I can get UA plugins on my PC. Using a Suhr RL IR now but will be gunning for a fryette in the near future.
I want to knock a few Dbs down from a Vox AC15HW60 (actually exactly like a '57 AC15) which gets really loud when pushed. Since it is 15 watts going to a single 15 watts Silver Alnico, I guess I have to be really cautious about not setting the PS2-a ABOVE unity gain when dialing it in? Is that right? I'm really afraid of blowing that wonderful Silver since it was only reissued to a very limited number and cannot be found again. Thanks in advance, any input would be appreciated!
You could, put a clean linear booster like the Micro Amp into the effects loop of the Powerstation. That should raise the line level quite a bit. Wouldn't that make the 1 watt amp thing work wothout having to get another Powerstaion?
Hi, I have just ordered this model of Fryette PS-2A. I have a Friedman Runt 20 combo amp which has a built-in load box; would this create any problems for the power station/my amp? Love your channel btw. 😉
I'd say the ONLY thing I don't like about my PS-2 is the warranty/service..... Your local techs (or any other tech) can't touch and it must be sent back to Frayette. Love the product and all that it can do (blows the TAE out of the water), but having to pay for the shipping all the way to them when the issue had nothing to do with me sucked! Specially with shipping costs being what they are now. Flip side to that is it's so good and so useful I did pay the shipping and would do it again if I had to!
Depends on your location. Sad fact is, very few local outfits are qualified to fix anything let alone a Power Station. We would prefer to use local outlets for customer convenience, but it ends up taking more time, costing more money and the unit rarely ends up back to 100% factory stock.
@@FryetteAmps I sort of understand that, my local guy understood it better. Thankfully you guys do provide a great warranty. Also thankful it was under warranty, shipping both ways and repair costs would have been crazy. Other than the small issue mine developed after 5 months I’ve yet to hear of any issues so it helps that you guys do build a great reliable product.
That sucks, but that's how warranties work. Unless it some cheap piece of junk you got from Amazon, and you can just buy another one... Warranties cover parts & labor, but not the expense of shipping. I know, it does seem weird, but that's quite normal. I just think we aren't 'used' to it anymore; we buy crap online, and send it back/get a new one when it breaks. 🤔
@@endokrin7897 I agree, we have got use to our ways. It just bothers me my local tech can't get support for it if he needed it. On the one hand I get it, it's a well built product and quality control is top notch and it's in their best interest to keep it that way. However it still cost me 75.00 and through no fault of my own... For what it's worth, my local tech understood and agreed it was the best thing to do, just the way it goes.... Still think it's the best product out there like it, probably the one tool I'll never get rid of because of how much you can do with it and you never really know when you'll need something like this.
I play through an CAE 3+ SE preamp and an Engl poweamp. So, would I need to attenuate the Engl poweramp or coukd I just replace the Engl by the Fryette powerstation? Can the Powerstation 100 be used as a stereo poweramp? Any advice is very appreciated. Thanks CC
So am I correct in saying that I can take a line out of my interface running a drum or vocal track through pedals in the effects Loop of the Powerstation and come back into the DAW?
@@EytschPi42 to add post processing effects to mixes without having to also buy a Radial Box. I thought that's what my question stated. Killing 2 birds with one stone....
10:30 This is pretty sound reasoning (no pun intended). Why do we have to cram all these features into one device? Keep the old technology in one and the new stuff in another that you can swap out as that side of things evolves.
I have a VHT pitbull and it’s great. One thing I find challenging is it is very hard to purchase from their website. I have tried many times to get a power station and they are rarely available:( The customer service team never seems to know when one will be available.
I got an answer from Steve himself and he said that they primarily sell to distributors like Guitar center for example. I had the same problem as you but he said you'd have to go through a vendor.
Sorry! We're very back-ordered. It wouldn't be ethical to hold back stock for sale direct on our webstore while dealers have weeks and months old backorders in process. Fair is fair :)
I’m a Canadian (Toronto) customer and was under the impression I had to go through the website. Dave got back to me and was very helpful in guiding me in the right direction to get one of these bad boys. Thank you for listening, guys!
Would a PS-100 work in powering up an ADA MP-1 preamp? If that’s all I wanted to use, just the MP-1…curious to know if just that would work or would I need something else? (I have a cabinet) Greatly appreciate any insight to this. Thanks in advance.
Just watched this while enjoying dinner, I believe I have just found the solution to my 70w Super Reverb dilemma in the PS-100, but *maybe* the PS-2A would solve it as well?
Both take over 100w input. But the PS2 and PS100 have slightly different options/connections. Plus of course PS2 outputs a maximum of 50w while the PS100, max 100w. Best review manuals online to help choose between the two. Fryette’s own RUclips channel for the PS devices is also fantastic to help choose between the two. 👍
I have a question. I own a PS2-A. I know how to use them BUT- I use most of my amps cranked. For example, my vox AC-30HW I use with my 2x12 with celestion blues. They are 16ohm speakers and measures 6.7ohms at the jack wired in parallel. I blew up a brand new amp in 20 hours of use ( not sure why yet). Sweetwater replaced it. I was wondering if running it through my PS2 would have the amp see a perfect 8ohms even when switched to bypass? Or does it have to be engaged to actually level the load to the amp? Not sure if the low ohms is why it blew but doing what I can to avoid damage when cranked ( where it sounds best) Does the PS2 provide some protection? engaged and/or disengaged?
This failure has probably little or nothing to do with the load. Impedance is not necessarily resistance, so your 6.7 DC ohm reading is correct. If the OT did fail, it’s probably because the OT wasn’t made to withstand a continuous full blast. If it failed going into a speaker, it would likely fail into a reactive load as well. If you want to continue using it like that, you might consider a more robust aftermarket OT.
@@FryetteAmps Thanks so much for the fast reply and happy holidays. You are likely correct. I believed it was the transformer that went. I could see nothing visually cooked but it smelled like a new toaster around the OT. I think I will upgrade it before using the new amp. Many Thanks!
So does your tone change? Because ive never tried one that kept my amp and speaker sound. When a speaker is monitored though the studio its under a microscope .would be nice to open the amp up and keep volume down to use some of that special sauce. But not at the expense of changing the original sound all the ones ive tried some worse than others
I am sure everything we add in a signal chain will be noticeable scientifically speaking (measurable by special equipment). But if you get on board with the idea a well designed/made device can retain the original feel and tone, then the Fryette PS is pretty much as good as it gets for now at least. I used to love the ToneKing Ironman II attenuators. But when I tried a Fryette PS, I immediately replaced TK with Fryette. To my ears and feel, the Fryette just blew away the TK attenuator. I don’t care how a box is doing what I want to reduce or boost volume. I just want it done in the most transparent way and for me that is a Fryette PS. Certainly worth trying next time you are comparing the competition. 🤷♂️
I own a Pitbull 50CL from DrumcityGuitarland. I am looking to make its volume lower, i.e., like going from pentode down by half or triode. What is your suggestion on purchasing a Fryette power station.? Help, please! Gary B ¡¥¡
Sir: Is it "Amp-->Two Notes"OPUS"-->Loadbox-->Speaker OR...............................Is it "Amp-->Loadbox-->OPUS-->Speaker? And finally what jacks use (speaker cable)?? Thank you so much for your help in advance because I am "dead in the water" ntil i know the safe way to cable this
Wooohoo! Grabbing a big cup of coffee and then watching this. Thank you Henning and Steven! PS As an aside, did everyone work at Valley Arts at some point ? I swear all the best interviews on the subject of amps seems to have some origin with folks working there. I guess solving problems for artists is a *heck* of an on the fly education. Now that I am done watching this, loved this conversation. Honesty works 100% for me. Update 2: Ok, I see one major challenge for me= No official Canadian dealer. And apparently no stock for online. Steven fix the dealer thing please and make more. Thanks :D
The Valley Arts residency was a huge deal for those who took advantage of the opportunity. Not everyone did, but the ones who did, benefitted greatly, not only from being on the front lines with artists who challenged us to go above and beyond, but also from being part of the best group of people ever to operate under one roof. Regarding Canada, we ship direct there. Please contact us directly through our webstore support link for more info. Thanks for your comments!
Dual speaker out! Jumper the 2nd speaker out to the cab in so the line out gets all of the poweamp character! Suggested by Fryette himself after asking how to get the power amp into my IR loader then go into the interface.
Yes you would have your amps tone now being pushed out to a cabinet at 100w. But keep in mind it’s still the original pre/power amp that’s creating the original tone characteristics. Having the Fryette PS100 reamp your signal will allow volume increase but your amp will still be creating its oringal tone based on the original pre/power sections limitations.
Thank you for the interview and specifically the last 10 mins. I’m done with using the OX as an attenuator and I will only be using it for modeling while the PS100 does the attenuation. First world issues, I know. These two products are best of both worlds in my opinion although it would be nice if UA actually developed the product or allowed IRs like the torpedo, but I digress.
My Ox I have an 8” Studio monitor on it and I crank the many Cabs on the Ox. My amp is set at 7 - 10. it has the breakup From the amp in the cab and sounds as great as the amps breakup. I dunno about the way you use your ox, into a studio monitor maybe …. I will say the studio monitor doesn’t have the thump of the magnet of the amp, in the room so THAT is not present
Sounds like this might be a good solution for someone with a modeler like QuadCortex or Kemper, to skip the cab on the unit, go through this product and to a real cab.....guessing it would sound really well.....
Can't hold back, need to add this: Steven, I'm ordering a PS-2A next week... Why? Simple... and I think the reason why I need one may be interesting to be shared with the community out there. For my work needs, I need to test/play many vintage and vintage style amps in volume-constrained situations: Blackface and Tweed era Fenders, classic Marshalls and Hiwatts, an incredible sounding Komet K29, a 65amps, and a few Mesa amps. All amazingly good amps, but too loud at their respective sweet spot (even those with Master Volume!). Tried way too many attenuators, never found full peace and satisfaction with any, as I always felt like losing the connection and the interaction between the output stage and the speaker. Since my job is Jensen Speakers, this is something I just cannot accept. So the PS-2A is THE solution for me. And if I really want to go out there, and gig with my beloved 12W 1965 Princeton Reverb, the PS-2A will allow me to do it. Plus, in all the above cases, I can ALSO add effects and/or alternate preamps in its loop. Finally, if I want to play some of my preamps in the PS-2A, have a cab on stage, and add an external IR Loader for the FOH... I can do it. It's such a clever, well-rounded solution! Thanks once again! Speak soon!
If you want just an attenuator, there are cheaper alternatives out there. Why not get rid of the power amp and sell a good attenuator for less? I just passed on the PS-2a.
There are plenty of reasonably good (strict) attenuators on the market, including the good TK Ironman attenuator. But that’s not cheap either. If you go down the rabbit hole of attenuators you may then come back to the Fryette and just accept it’s generally regarded as the best device for keeping original tone and feel whether you turn volume down or up. But yea there are plenty cheaper alternatives. Those that buy Fryette PS devices have decided they simply Sound and feel a lot better for their own personal Use case… and I’m one of them 😊
I have an 8 head amp switcher, I put the ps-100 in the in out bus of my amp switcher, that gives me a global attenuator for all 8 heads and a global effects loop for all 8 heads, it works perfectly, cuts down on cables, great piece of kit.
I'm hoping to add an amp switcher for this same setup. I'm glad to see someone mention this setup. I have the PS2 and I'm hoping to get the 4x2 amp switcher
Super great. I have an SC20 which I am getting this for, but also miss having a Plexi so going to need two amps in the mix sooner or later. Right now just want to get things working with what I have going on, but it's good to think ahead. Appreciate your comment.
What switcher do you use or recommend?
@@kalkidasofficial I have a Kahayan, it's great, does the job perfectly, I have had it for about 3 years, if I was to buy one today it would be a KHE
I've got a DeLisle 12x12 on the way and I'm dying to replace by Radial Tonebone Prodigy load-box with a ps-100. I've got over 12 heads and quite a few low wattage combos that would be amazing with the option of adding a bit more power to them. I'm also fully bought in to the Synergy ecosystem so the power amp function of the PS 100 is sooooo tempting.
Hey guys, Ignazio (Jensen Speakers) here.
As always, a true pleasure sitting back and listening to Steven explaining the "magic" and making it clear, understandable and useful for the audience.
Thank you Henning for these two videos about "all you ever wanted to know about the PowerStation - but were afraid to ask".
Hey Steven, awesome piece of gear, almost needless to say this is a must-have for a LOT of guitar players out there ... you already know how much I like your products!
Thank you Ignazio. Appreciate you comments. Happy New Year!
As a customer.. I can careless about load boxes with IR's and crap. The Power Station is what I wanted. These are fantastic! And they work with everything I want to throw at it!
Good for you. Plenty of customers want to record direct.
@@davidfaustino4476 you took by what I said that I don't record direct? And that triggered you? Wow! 🥴
@@davidfaustino4476 this isn't stopping anyone from recording direct
@@TVoltG perhaps David is being defensive because he bought an Ox, or the like.
David - Enjoy your purchase while Alex enjoys his (and me mine!).
"knobs" HA! I actually laughed out loud. I know that longer videos like this might night get the same number of views of something short and splashy, but this was phenomenal. This might be the first time i've heard a clearly articulated difference between how each of these companies approach volume and recording. Hearing the designer explain his focus, his why, and how he's attacked the problems he believes most needed solving, was refreshing.
I’m one of those 10% that needs the extra speaker🙋🏼♂️
Thanks for the video. It really helped me decide on the right model.
Thank you Mr Fryette for putting out the Power Station and the Power Load IR - these two in conjunction are like a dream come true. Yes I still like my UA Ox Box for some tasks - but these two in combination with good IRs and all the versatility regarding the connectivity are THE solution for me. And did I mention that a digital device like an axe fx through the Powerstation into a cab sounds INSANE?! Go buy both Fryette Boxes and call it a day guys - you won’t need anything else from there on - period ❤
Propably going to get me one this spring. Still evaluating between ps-2A and ps-100. Good and informative video!
Purchased the PS 100 almost a year ago. I am constantly blown away how my 100 watt amps sound at reasonable levels. Even my 1watt Marshall sounds kick ass cranked into it. I run it through and amp switcher and I use it as an attenuator, as well as use it as the effects loop for all 6 amp heads. I like if far better than the Boss TAE, which I sold to fund this purchase.
Probably the best gear purchase I’ve made in years.
I currently own a Boss TAE and I’m thinking about getting a PS-100. How would you compare them?
I have recently putchased the ps 2a. Is it normal that it runs too hot? Thanks
I have two PS2-A units, which I consider some of the best gear I have ever bought. Mainly use them to go stereo from a Helix Rack into two 2x12 cabs with Celestion Cream speakers (after I finally realized that Class D power amps and guitar should not exist on the same planet - and I tried several of those). I also use them for recording (far less noise/hiss than the Captor X and a lot more road worthy than that OX by IKEA). Of course I also use them to attenuate my 100W heads and to amplify my Effectrode Blackbird Preamp. It works perfectly for all these things.
Steven Fryette should take up the title of Professor Amplification. He makes things so easy to follow with minimum marketing bullcrap.
nice to hear the thought process culminating in the final product
The Fryette PS-100 is what I have waiting for my needs- - - - am able to boost my favorite lunch box amps, or attenuate my 100w beasts, or use the line out going into my AX-8, into an interface to do silent computer recordings. ALSO, ADDED BONUS - - - Be able to run the already beautiful amp models of the AX-8 through the PS-100 and out into my cabs, eliminating the need to fill my man cave with much more amplifiers. Now I can have inspiration 24/7. This is beautiful, thank you Steven Fryette.
Steve is the man whatever he puts his hands on is just killer this will be my next purchase for sure great video Henning.
I take one output of an AxeFXIII into the FX return of an EVH 5150III,then take the speaker out of the amp into the PS-100…. Then the line out of the PS-100 back into the AxeFXIII…..Outputs 1 of the AxeFXIII then go to a stereo Marshall 9005 tube power amp into 2 4x12’s……so the amp models are being run thru a cranked tube power section,then that sound with stereo FX are going out left and right,and I can use a 3rd cab in the middle that is dry….sounds phenomenal…..Power Station makes a very easy wet dry wet rig…..
This is an awesome video that really answers all the questions I've had. Previously while considering to get an attenuator I always bumped into lots of marketing bullshit and those were packed with a lot of stuff that I don't need and especially don't want to pay for. This product is very different.
In software engineering this is called micro services - some code that serves only one purpose but does it in the most effective way. I believe that in the hardware it's also a way to go. Every pro should be able to replace any single part of the system if he thinks it's worth it. Of course there's still plenty of room for the combined systems, some people just like simple solutions without thinking of proper connection.
Useful as hell. I love my ps100. I do recall researching my ass off trying to figure out if it was right for me
The VCR comparison just sold me. Well done, Mr.F. Now, if I could only get my hands on a 100…
This looks incredible, I just want something like this but with a Stereo FX Loop, Stereo Outs and 3 Cab outputs. Add the option to have 4 Line Outputs a Left and Right for for the Stereo FX loop, and 2 for the dry signal with a tiny phase difference to give a double track effect. Effectively this would allow you with a Single Amp head to create a Wet/ Dry/ Wet setup to create a perfect Stereo recording or Live setup. You could Mic 3 Cabs, have the FX loop affected L & R outputs Direct into your Interface either through the ADAT or L & R Line outs and just Mic a Cab with the Dry Signal, Run FX Loop L & R outs and both Dry outputs into your interface either from Line outs or ADAT. Yes I get having so many ways to effectively do the same thing seems redundant, but it would give Options, and Options are Good.
Breakfast time..9:35AM in soaking and rainy Southern California. I made me some hot café(Coffee for all you non Spanish speakers) and warming up some red salsa laced tamales. Going to enjoy this explanation from Henning and Steven!
I am using 2 Syn2’s into an axe fx3. I just learned about the PS 2 having the self attenuating to get the real characteristics of a power amp at line level. I own 6 Synergy modules. So now I ordered the PS 2 and will finally have the complete tube amp at line level. Perfect for playing at home in an apartment.
Update the PS2 in self attenuating mode was a huge upgrade to my tone
This makes me feel better about having ordered a PS-100. It’s backordered, but one day I’ll be able to crank my amps at bedroom level.
One of the best features of the power station is actually the fx loop, especially if you have a collection of vintage amps that you want to use it with. it makes it possible to add an FX loop to your plexiglass but also to your fender deluxe from 1953. Thats really cool
I have a powered Kemper. Sounds okay with their speaker… If I bypass the power amp and run in into my Powerstation 2, and then into my vintage Hiwatt 4x12- amazing!!!!
It also has made my horribly bright Vox AC 50 into a wonderful/useable amp.
Thanks!!
Great honest information from Mr. Fryette
Looking at buying one of these and put on your vid as I was making some meatballs. Heh. Good conversation. Actually came back to comment after the fact. All good and this really is a great guitar platform to me. Appreciate the marketing comments from Fryette and their effort in trying to make something legitimate. P.S. You should focus more on your intro music. Quite a few of your original snippets are right on. Bon Appetitto!
I can totally nerd out on this video !!
Owning a SuperTwin makes you appreciate the power and NEED for a way to control the ferocity of a 3 ton 212 calf massage/ tinnitus machine 🤘🏽
A efx loop would have been cool to…. I wonder if I should have one added to mine one resurrect it?🤔
Damnit! My amp guy hates this amp (I suspect he’s popped a few Test speakers) and now I gotta ask if we can slip a loop in … before or after the reverb??? Damnit Quentin!!!
Merry Christmas oh ye Ketchup King of Kentucky 🎄
I had to wait a whiiile for my backordered PS-2 but boy was it worth the wait! It may be the most crucial piece of gear in my bedroom "studio" I can crank my MIG-50 in my apartment and not piss anybody off! It is sooo freaking versatile and useful!
I have one of these and they are just incredible. I initially brought a Waza Tube Amp Exspander but it wasn't for me. The Fryette kicks ass!!
Sand here!! Took the TAE back and bought the PS2, love it!
How would you compare the attenuation between the two?
@@nickvankempen I prefer the Fryette as the sound feels more natural and it feels like a cranked amp. The TAE was ok. I put my Bogner 3534 through it and it sounded very flat, like it had lost its mojo.
Boss Waza TAE. Best unit like this in existence. It literally does everything. Attenuator/reactive load/IRs/audio interface/FX+Loop/the kitchen sink..
Happy Ztenuating and a great 2022
You can use a Boss TAE for your wet effects send but I wouldn't use its output for my main dry guitar sound. The Power Station you can do both and it sounds amazing. It is a real amplifier. valve amplifier. Your guitar cab of choice feels a Valve amp driving it but at your level of choice, ie not deafening.
I have the PS-100. I love this concrete block. Does everything I need it to do without having to download software. Thank you Mr. Fryette. Dave Friedman and yourself are the only people that truly understand musicians. IMO
The Fryette Power Station is the most irreplaceable piece of gear l own. It's just wonderful!
Super interesting. Thanks for sharing ✌🏻
I really love an attenuator by TAD Silencer. I used one (not mine) with a very loud 120w Matamp GT120 and a Fane F90 loaded 4x12, also not mine. I tried the amp and cab without the attenuator, its ridiculously loud, sounds amazing but you really can't use it in a lot of places, even some small venues won't be too pleased if you turned up with this half stack.
With the Silencer, I could still play loud and move air, but at a slightly lower volume without losing the amp's characteristics with a Sonic Doom Fuzz in the front. As I adjusted the Silencer for lower volumes it still sounded the same, albeit at lower volumes, but loud enough for a gig.
What impressed me most was, we took it to a friend's flat and adjusted it so we could play at such low volumes we could hear the strings being picked. With a few extra tweaks with the Silencer's fine tune dial and switch to adjust for such environments, it still sounded like it was fully kranked through a 360w 4x12, the only thing that wasn't there was speaker distortion and the air being moved, but it still sounded like a full on half stack. Seriously impressive.
I have just ordered one to go with a Model T amp that's being made for me. The Silencer is only £350(ish), too.
Sounds great for you but I don’t believe that has an effects loop. I can use my PS2 with my not Master Volume amps like my Tweed Deluxe (5E3) and add effects after the power amp. A 5E3 typically distorts at the power amp stage - putting effects in front doesn’t work me. I do appreciate that the PS2 is twice the price though.
Great interview
I know I’m late to this party, but just to be clear about Edward Van Halen’s classic MXR Phase 90, MXR Flanger and Echoplex sounds from roughly 1975-1981 or so…he did not have effects loops or any external effects loop devices. He ran everything straight in front of his Marshall amps. If you are talking about say 1985 forward and the advent of the rack gear and later the signature amps from the various companies and albums from 1991 onward, there might be some loops involved. But I can say with absolute confidence and hard evidence that Eddie did not use an effects loop for any effect during what most consider to be the classic era of Van Halen.
Perfect nerdiness!
I LIKE the idea that my PS-2A is hefty enough to bludgeon somebody with! 😁 Gives me confidence in the durability. (Mine's still pretty new) Tubes need heavy iron!
I don’t need attenuation, I simply use an Ibanez mini tube screamer in front of my Marshall dsl 40c and it sounds great for all types of crunch ect on low volume. That Ibanez tube screamer is the best pedal I’ve ever purchased.
Merry Christmas my friend
So, I own a Fryette two ninety two stereo power amplifier, does that mean that I need to invest in two power stations in order to play at lower volume’s at the (sweet spot) in stereo?? Or do some people just want to much ?
Have you ever used a Bad Cat Unleash? Any idea how that unit stacks up to the Fryette and other models?
I have the FRYETTE PS-2A since December, it's a real great and very useful tool! But something in the Video is a bit confusing for me: at 32:42 Steve Fryette says: "1 watt amp into a ps-2, then take the speaker out of the ps-2 and plug it in its own amp in of the fryette" But where do i put the 1 watt amp into the ps-2, when fryettes "amp in" is already connected with the cabel that comes from fryettes speaker out?
Put an 8 ohm, 10W resistor across the speaker output of the amp and then plug that speaker out into the PS Line In.
The main thing I want it for is to be able to crank my amp, glorious power tube distortion,and be able to have the same glory distortion at any volume. Please help
Sooo .. my question is: since it’s a tube poweramp, does it need a load to not damage itself in case I would only want to use it as a reactive load to get the DI unto my computer?
Check out the manual page 6 on Silent Mode. It’s at the Manuals and Literature link on our home page. YT won’t let me post link here.
Wait, so when using this one should not use the amp effects loop but should instead use the effects loop on the Power Station?
Both works
PS100 wipes the floor of the ox box as far as attenuation and using amps go. Ox has the fancy software to make up for the poor loadbox and attenuation, but software is software, I can get UA plugins on my PC. Using a Suhr RL IR now but will be gunning for a fryette in the near future.
I want to knock a few Dbs down from a Vox AC15HW60 (actually exactly like a '57 AC15) which gets really loud when pushed. Since it is 15 watts going to a single 15 watts Silver Alnico, I guess I have to be really cautious about not setting the PS2-a ABOVE unity gain when dialing it in? Is that right? I'm really afraid of blowing that wonderful Silver since it was only reissued to a very limited number and cannot be found again. Thanks in advance, any input would be appreciated!
You could, put a clean linear booster like the Micro Amp into the effects loop of the Powerstation.
That should raise the line level quite a bit.
Wouldn't that make the 1 watt amp thing work wothout having to get another Powerstaion?
So, i can use the PS-2 to get stereo with another cab and just 1 amp head right?
Hi, I have just ordered this model of Fryette PS-2A. I have a Friedman Runt 20 combo amp which has a built-in load box; would this create any problems for the power station/my amp? Love your channel btw. 😉
I'd say the ONLY thing I don't like about my PS-2 is the warranty/service..... Your local techs (or any other tech) can't touch and it must be sent back to Frayette. Love the product and all that it can do (blows the TAE out of the water), but having to pay for the shipping all the way to them when the issue had nothing to do with me sucked! Specially with shipping costs being what they are now. Flip side to that is it's so good and so useful I did pay the shipping and would do it again if I had to!
Depends on your location. Sad fact is, very few local outfits are qualified to fix anything let alone a Power Station. We would prefer to use local outlets for customer convenience, but it ends up taking more time, costing more money and the unit rarely ends up back to 100% factory stock.
@@FryetteAmps I sort of understand that, my local guy understood it better. Thankfully you guys do provide a great warranty. Also thankful it was under warranty, shipping both ways and repair costs would have been crazy. Other than the small issue mine developed after 5 months I’ve yet to hear of any issues so it helps that you guys do build a great reliable product.
That sucks, but that's how warranties work.
Unless it some cheap piece of junk you got from Amazon, and you can just buy another one... Warranties cover parts & labor, but not the expense of shipping.
I know, it does seem weird, but that's quite normal.
I just think we aren't 'used' to it anymore; we buy crap online, and send it back/get a new one when it breaks. 🤔
@@endokrin7897 I agree, we have got use to our ways. It just bothers me my local tech can't get support for it if he needed it. On the one hand I get it, it's a well built product and quality control is top notch and it's in their best interest to keep it that way. However it still cost me 75.00 and through no fault of my own... For what it's worth, my local tech understood and agreed it was the best thing to do, just the way it goes.... Still think it's the best product out there like it, probably the one tool I'll never get rid of because of how much you can do with it and you never really know when you'll need something like this.
I play through an CAE 3+ SE preamp and an Engl poweamp. So, would I need to attenuate the Engl poweramp or coukd I just replace the Engl by the Fryette powerstation? Can the Powerstation 100 be used as a stereo poweramp? Any advice is very appreciated. Thanks CC
Interesting, but missing that air component and the feedback loop that is opened by the interaction of air.
So am I correct in saying that I can take a line out of my interface running a drum or vocal track through pedals in the effects Loop of the Powerstation and come back into the DAW?
why?
@@EytschPi42 to add post processing effects to mixes without having to also buy a Radial Box. I thought that's what my question stated. Killing 2 birds with one stone....
10:30 This is pretty sound reasoning (no pun intended). Why do we have to cram all these features into one device? Keep the old technology in one and the new stuff in another that you can swap out as that side of things evolves.
I have a VHT pitbull and it’s great. One thing I find challenging is it is very hard to purchase from their website. I have tried many times to get a power station and they are rarely available:( The customer service team never seems to know when one will be available.
I got an answer from Steve himself and he said that they primarily sell to distributors like Guitar center for example. I had the same problem as you but he said you'd have to go through a vendor.
Sorry! We're very back-ordered. It wouldn't be ethical to hold back stock for sale direct on our webstore while dealers have weeks and months old backorders in process. Fair is fair :)
I’m a Canadian (Toronto) customer and was under the impression I had to go through the website. Dave got back to me and was very helpful in guiding me in the right direction to get one of these bad boys.
Thank you for listening, guys!
This may be the Swiss Army knife of the modern guitarist. Does everything I need. I’ll be getting one of these or an lxii
Would a PS-100 work in powering up an ADA MP-1 preamp? If that’s all I wanted to use, just the MP-1…curious to know if just that would work or would I need something else? (I have a cabinet) Greatly appreciate any insight to this. Thanks in advance.
yes, you can do that
@@EytschPi42 Excellent! Thank You so much. Keep up the Great work!!
Oooh yes, I want one.
Frohe Weihnachten Henning 🎄
Just watched this while enjoying dinner, I believe I have just found the solution to my 70w Super Reverb dilemma in the PS-100, but *maybe* the PS-2A would solve it as well?
Both take over 100w input. But the PS2 and PS100 have slightly different options/connections. Plus of course PS2 outputs a maximum of 50w while the PS100, max 100w. Best review manuals online to help choose between the two. Fryette’s own RUclips channel for the PS devices is also fantastic to help choose between the two. 👍
I have a question. I own a PS2-A. I know how to use them BUT- I use most of my amps cranked. For example, my vox AC-30HW I use with my 2x12 with celestion blues. They are 16ohm speakers and measures 6.7ohms at the jack wired in parallel. I blew up a brand new amp in 20 hours of use ( not sure why yet). Sweetwater replaced it. I was wondering if running it through my PS2 would have the amp see a perfect 8ohms even when switched to bypass? Or does it have to be engaged to actually level the load to the amp? Not sure if the low ohms is why it blew but doing what I can to avoid damage when cranked ( where it sounds best) Does the PS2 provide some protection? engaged and/or disengaged?
This failure has probably little or nothing to do with the load. Impedance is not necessarily resistance, so your 6.7 DC ohm reading is correct. If the OT did fail, it’s probably because the OT wasn’t made to withstand a continuous full blast. If it failed going into a speaker, it would likely fail into a reactive load as well. If you want to continue using it like that, you might consider a more robust aftermarket OT.
@@FryetteAmps Thanks so much for the fast reply and happy holidays. You are likely correct. I believed it was the transformer that went. I could see nothing visually cooked but it smelled like a new toaster around the OT. I think I will upgrade it before using the new amp. Many Thanks!
So does your tone change? Because ive never tried one that kept my amp and speaker sound. When a speaker is monitored though the studio its under a microscope .would be nice to open the amp up and keep volume down to use some of that special sauce. But not at the expense of changing the original sound all the ones ive tried some worse than others
I am sure everything we add in a signal chain will be noticeable scientifically speaking (measurable by special equipment). But if you get on board with the idea a well
designed/made device can retain the original feel
and tone, then the Fryette PS is pretty much as good as it gets for now at least.
I used to love the ToneKing Ironman II attenuators. But when I tried a Fryette PS, I immediately replaced TK with Fryette. To my ears and feel, the Fryette just blew away the TK attenuator. I don’t care how a box is doing what I want to reduce or boost volume. I just want it done in the most transparent way and for me that is a Fryette PS. Certainly worth trying next time you are comparing the competition. 🤷♂️
I own a Pitbull 50CL from DrumcityGuitarland.
I am looking to make its volume lower, i.e., like going from pentode down by half or triode.
What is your suggestion on purchasing a Fryette power station.?
Help, please!
Gary B
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Want to boost the 1 watt amp to be louder through the powerstation, why not put a boost pedal like an MXR microamp into the effects loop?
Waiting on my ps100 to ship, really looking forward to getting it. Soon? I hope.
Sir: Is it "Amp-->Two Notes"OPUS"-->Loadbox-->Speaker OR...............................Is it "Amp-->Loadbox-->OPUS-->Speaker? And finally what jacks use (speaker cable)?? Thank you so much for your help in advance because I am "dead in the water" ntil i know the safe way to cable this
Im gettin a lii confused….i just need something to attenuate my hi gain amps. Will this simply do that to bedroom volume???
yes!
Can i use one of these on a combo amp? Marshall jvm410c?
Sure
Why not just make the FX loop TRS (and supply a Y adapter) to make room for the footswitch jack?
Wooohoo! Grabbing a big cup of coffee and then watching this. Thank you Henning and Steven!
PS As an aside, did everyone work at Valley Arts at some point ? I swear all the best interviews on the subject of amps seems to have some origin with folks working there. I guess solving problems for artists is a *heck* of an on the fly education.
Now that I am done watching this, loved this conversation. Honesty works 100% for me.
Update 2: Ok, I see one major challenge for me= No official Canadian dealer. And apparently no stock for online. Steven fix the dealer thing please and make more. Thanks :D
The Valley Arts residency was a huge deal for those who took advantage of the opportunity. Not everyone did, but the ones who did, benefitted greatly, not only from being on the front lines with artists who challenged us to go above and beyond, but also from being part of the best group of people ever to operate under one roof. Regarding Canada, we ship direct there. Please contact us directly through our webstore support link for more info. Thanks for your comments!
@@FryetteAmps Awesome!
West Coast Guitars in Vancouver carry them.
great video how does the power station compare to the rivera just attenuation anyone thanks
I’ve got a triaxis there and seeing the price of simul class 290 power amps, I’m getting me one of these or the lxii or syn 5050
I want what Henning envisioned and described at (25:35).
17:15 true
Dual speaker out! Jumper the 2nd speaker out to the cab in so the line out gets all of the poweamp character! Suggested by Fryette himself after asking how to get the power amp into my IR loader then go into the interface.
13:30 I think Eddie used Palmer PDI-03
way too long... but I watch the whole damn thing (and even rewound parts) ! Rly good vid, thx ! Many questions answered 👍
Could the Fryette 100 conceivably turn a KSR PA50 into a 100W power amp?
Yes you would have your amps tone now being pushed out to a cabinet at 100w. But keep in mind it’s still the original pre/power amp that’s creating the original tone characteristics. Having the Fryette PS100 reamp your signal will allow volume increase but your amp will still be creating its oringal tone based on the original pre/power sections limitations.
Henning you have to do the 1watt into the 100 and 2A daisy loop as a video. It would be just Mad!!!!
The Power Station is the best purchase I've ever made.
The only thing I dont like is that the line out is not post FX loop
Put clean boost in fx loop to get 1w amp louder
I’m just assuming that the ps2 is biased pretty cold to be as neutral as possible. Is that the case?
I really need this with an Orange AD30
Wow that fooling analogy explains it tx
Thank you for the interview and specifically the last 10 mins. I’m done with using the OX as an attenuator and I will only be using it for modeling while the PS100 does the attenuation. First world issues, I know. These two products are best of both worlds in my opinion although it would be nice if UA actually developed the product or allowed IRs like the torpedo, but I digress.
Yow! Happy holidays to you all, and animals at the end! Peace :)
My Ox I have an 8” Studio monitor on it and I crank the many Cabs on the Ox. My amp is set at 7 - 10. it has the breakup From the amp in the cab and sounds as great as the amps breakup. I dunno about the way you use your ox, into a studio monitor maybe ….
I will say the studio monitor doesn’t have the thump of the magnet of the amp, in the room so THAT is not present
Sounds like this might be a good solution for someone with a modeler like QuadCortex or Kemper, to skip the cab on the unit, go through this product and to a real cab.....guessing it would sound really well.....
Why couldn't one just daisy-chain their cabs with a ps100?, provided that one of the cabs has in/out.
How different is your Power Station, from Rivera, RockCrusher??
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I guess the only question I have is why is everyone making gear in mono these days? this would be much better in stereo.
Can't hold back, need to add this:
Steven, I'm ordering a PS-2A next week...
Why? Simple... and I think the reason why I need one may be interesting to be shared with the community out there.
For my work needs, I need to test/play many vintage and vintage style amps in volume-constrained situations: Blackface and Tweed era Fenders, classic Marshalls and Hiwatts, an incredible sounding Komet K29, a 65amps, and a few Mesa amps. All amazingly good amps, but too loud at their respective sweet spot (even those with Master Volume!).
Tried way too many attenuators, never found full peace and satisfaction with any, as I always felt like losing the connection and the interaction between the output stage and the speaker. Since my job is Jensen Speakers, this is something I just cannot accept. So the PS-2A is THE solution for me.
And if I really want to go out there, and gig with my beloved 12W 1965 Princeton Reverb, the PS-2A will allow me to do it. Plus, in all the above cases, I can ALSO add effects and/or alternate preamps in its loop.
Finally, if I want to play some of my preamps in the PS-2A, have a cab on stage, and add an external IR Loader for the FOH... I can do it.
It's such a clever, well-rounded solution!
Thanks once again! Speak soon!
just got my ps100
I power my kemper with the PS2
If you want just an attenuator, there are cheaper alternatives out there. Why not get rid of the power amp and sell a good attenuator for less? I just passed on the PS-2a.
There are plenty of reasonably good (strict) attenuators on the market, including the good TK Ironman attenuator. But that’s not cheap either. If you go down the rabbit hole of attenuators you may then come back to the Fryette and just accept it’s generally regarded as the best device for keeping original tone and feel whether you turn volume down or up. But yea there are plenty cheaper alternatives. Those that buy Fryette PS devices have decided they simply
Sound and feel a lot better for their own personal
Use case… and I’m one of them 😊