I Gigged The Synergy Amps..

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  • Опубликовано: 21 окт 2024

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  • @TheGazza83
    @TheGazza83 11 месяцев назад +15

    Now this is content. Seeing how gear holds up in a gig

    • @TaylorDanley
      @TaylorDanley  11 месяцев назад +6

      I do my best when I get the opportunity to play leave and road test stuff. Hopefully more of this in 2024

    • @FastRedPonyCar
      @FastRedPonyCar 8 месяцев назад

      Absolutely. I don’t review a pice of gear until I’ve taken it on stage. The stage separates the men from the boys.
      I’ve had a lot of gear come and go that never got a video because it just didn’t cut it when being pushed or had some design flaw that made it weak on stage.

  • @misfitwookiee3177
    @misfitwookiee3177 11 месяцев назад +3

    Thank you for this! I'm not planning on playing live until I can get pain issues dealt with, but the SYN-2/50-50 setup is what I'm planning on for recording. Nice to know what it does live, though, in case I can - and what issues I'd need to address in purchasing a portable rack case! Keep up the great work and playing out, bro!

    • @TaylorDanley
      @TaylorDanley  11 месяцев назад +1

      Thanks dude! Glad I can give some insight to what it's like using it live for all those looking!

  • @charlesrocks
    @charlesrocks 11 месяцев назад +4

    The Synergy stuff is so fucking good. I intend on gigging my Synergy rig live as well.

    • @TaylorDanley
      @TaylorDanley  11 месяцев назад

      Yeah it's pretty badass. A great compromise for analog guys that want to cary less bulky/weight gear.

  • @wheresallthezombies
    @wheresallthezombies 11 месяцев назад +4

    Sounds killer! As far as that mono/stereo issue, you could use some gaff tape to tape it down in stereo?
    Also, I’ve noticed people are confused by the synergy system. A lot of people think it’s some kind of modeling system or something. I’ve also seen people say they don’t like it because they prefer tubes. Lol.
    Sick they live shirt!

    • @Ottophil
      @Ottophil 11 месяцев назад +1

      Ive had the same issue with my friedman IRX. The old guys at work told me its a digital modeler…but its not.

  • @rocketsauce5067
    @rocketsauce5067 11 месяцев назад +2

    If you have room, Put some spacers in the front to move it away from the back panel.

  • @27retrodaze
    @27retrodaze 11 месяцев назад +12

    Im still bummed i had a chance to get a 2-slot panel with a Deliverance, a Pitbull, an SLO and a Friedman BE for $1k... And i passed on it... Been slapping myself for it ever since...

    • @riokinsey2134
      @riokinsey2134 11 месяцев назад +4

      Rightfully so. Poor choice, man. 😆

    • @TaylorDanley
      @TaylorDanley  11 месяцев назад +1

      Hey we all have been there. Be nice to yourself, you're trying your best!

    • @27retrodaze
      @27retrodaze 11 месяцев назад +1

      Hypothetically... lol

    • @88Nikoli
      @88Nikoli 11 месяцев назад +1

      I'd kick you too , I paid that just for the syn 2

    • @27retrodaze
      @27retrodaze 11 месяцев назад

      @@88Nikoli exactly...

  • @Mojoman57
    @Mojoman57 11 месяцев назад +1

    Four small spacers on the rack screws for the amp should help it clear the back cover.

  • @mattcamacho5570
    @mattcamacho5570 11 месяцев назад +2

    My biggest curiosity with the synergy stuff has been the bass response. How is the bass response with the modules and power amp? Can it thump the speakers when chugging like a 5150? Thanks, killer rig ya got!

    • @TaylorDanley
      @TaylorDanley  11 месяцев назад +1

      That's a great question and my honest answer is... I don't know. I THINK so, but I haven't done a 1:1 a/b comparison, which is what I want to do next. That will really answer it more than my anecdotal "yes" 😂

  • @kevintestagrossa
    @kevintestagrossa 11 месяцев назад

    awesome rig man, you could try stacking some washers behind each rack bolt of the syn power amp to bring it forward maybe an inch or so.
    I have a shallow rack myself and I tried this out to stop cables being squashed up by the back rack door.

  • @admgloval
    @admgloval 11 месяцев назад +2

    I tried out the Synergy 2 bay unit and 3 different modules, the Savage, the SLO and the Uberschall module and none of them sounded good to me. Idk why that is because I hear them sounding great in videos all over RUclips. I ended up sending them back to Sweetwater. I did not try out the Synergy poweramp though, I was using them through my Mesa 2:90 poweramp which sounds great with my Triaxis and with the Axe-Fx II going through it. The modules all sounded dull and none of them were tight enough without using a boost and even then it didn't sound that great, at least not as good as my Triaxis/2:90 or Axe-FX II/2:90. Why don't you just use the models in the Axe-FX III? Would think that would be good enough along with the Synergy power amp which will add the tube oomph to your live sound.

    • @TaylorDanley
      @TaylorDanley  11 месяцев назад +2

      It was essentially just to have the quick access to the tone shaping controls. It's an ongoing experiment, IDK if the added weight will be worth it in the long run, but I just thought it would be fun to try out. Weird, wonder why they sounded that way for you, I think they've sounded pretty killer no matter what I've ran them into!

  • @waynefaircloth3423
    @waynefaircloth3423 11 месяцев назад +2

    Hey Taylor. Would you mind doing a video explaining how you have this rig wired up and also setup within the Axe III ? This is the part that throws me in the past, on how to run a rig like this
    Thanks

    • @TaylorDanley
      @TaylorDanley  11 месяцев назад +1

      I do have an older video where I explain 90ish percent of what it is currently, but it is something I need to update for sure.

  • @philipandersen4406
    @philipandersen4406 11 месяцев назад +2

    Could try using longer bolts and washers to pull the amp forward just a bit maybe so the switch isn't rubbing the cover.

    • @TaylorDanley
      @TaylorDanley  11 месяцев назад

      Someone else suggested that as well! Good idea, I may do that.

  • @darkrednecks
    @darkrednecks 11 месяцев назад

    This is awesome man. Ive been thinking about getting the one the heads if they ever do a Sunn preamp. Glad to know they hold up well

  • @cerebralsoundslive
    @cerebralsoundslive 11 месяцев назад +1

    Just out of curiosity, I heard you say cab(s) when referring to your stereo switch situation onstage. What cabs do you run onstage? 4x12s? 2x12s? Veritcal/Horizontal? I too am of the load on load off as quick as possible mindset and I'm building a similar(ish) setup. Cheers!

    • @TaylorDanley
      @TaylorDanley  11 месяцев назад

      I have 2 harley benton 2x12's. They are lightweight, cheap and easy to speaker swap whenever you get the itch to try new speakers lol. Sometimes I'll bring out my Mesa 4x12's for special occasions..

  • @adamstrachn
    @adamstrachn 11 месяцев назад +3

    Wicked tones brother! I'm looking at the SYN-50 or the Badlander 50. I know I'll get more options with Synergy, but man does that Badlander sound fantastic.

    • @TaylorDanley
      @TaylorDanley  11 месяцев назад

      Yeah I hear that. Tough choice.

  • @Turbo-D
    @Turbo-D 11 месяцев назад +3

    i just love my synergy rig but i skipped on the synergy 50/50 just because i think that there are much better poweramps out there especially for that huge amount of money like the VHTs, ENGLs or mesas. to my surprise and disappointment the synergy could not keep up with any of the other poweramp which i have mentioned here, it sounded much darker, less powerful, the ooomph is just not there. the designer said that this is because of the big 6l6 tubes used in a small 1u chassis so they had to put in smaller transformers. so..if you need 1u, get a mesa 20/20 instead, if you want something affordable get a peavey classic 50/50, otherwise for quality go with ENGL or VHT or just keep it simple and save some money and get the syn-50 head insteadhope that helps. cheers 🎸🎸

  • @FastRedPonyCar
    @FastRedPonyCar 8 месяцев назад

    I’ve got a syn1 and xtc module on the way. Going to try it through my power station, Waza TAE and little two note cabM+ pedal.
    I thought about grabbing the Uber module and doing the 4 cable setup with my Jubilee. I think that would cover a ton of sonic territory but I’m trying to avoid dragging an amp head on stage if possible. I’ve gotten spoiled with DI pedalboard/modeler rigs that I can carry in 1 trip and hook up within 5 minutes.

  • @Henysipper
    @Henysipper 11 месяцев назад +3

    I wonder how well they would pair with the Fryette Power Station.

    • @rayzeus
      @rayzeus 11 месяцев назад

      The Power Station is a fine power amp, but it's designed to be very neutral sounding, so it won't sound as big or as aggressive as some other power amps out there. It's made to be so neutral because it's also designed to be an attenuator, and it aims to not add any flavour past the power section of the amp going into it.

  • @Grim.Tyrant
    @Grim.Tyrant 11 месяцев назад

    Would love to see more live rig applications and content

  • @adriancole9681
    @adriancole9681 10 месяцев назад

    Ran a helix floor into a synergy savage for a tour and it sounds amazing. Previously used a Seymour powerstage too with amp blocks engaged. Both are great set ups though

  • @MrStephenlederle
    @MrStephenlederle 4 месяца назад

    I just got into the Synergy stuff. I got the Syn-1 going into the Seymour Duncan Powerstage 700. Sound so good! I picked up the Uberschall and Powerball modules. I'm going to pick up a KSR PA50 to see if it's any better than the PS700.

  • @Sticky_Tea
    @Sticky_Tea 11 месяцев назад +1

    Is there space in the front to put some washers behind the power amp? Just to get it forward a little bit?

    • @TaylorDanley
      @TaylorDanley  11 месяцев назад +1

      That's actually a really good idea... IDK, I'll have to explore that.

  • @steven_uk
    @steven_uk 11 месяцев назад

    Great video. It's good to hear people's real life experience using these products for live performances. Tired of shills who never play live and instead make advertisements for whichever brand pays them.

  • @calatan0
    @calatan0 7 дней назад

    Have you tried adding some small/thin wood blocks and or styrofoam near the back cover? I assume you screw In the back cover? The wood should give you more space in between your switches and the styrofoam should keep it sturdy. Best of luck

  • @marijandesin8226
    @marijandesin8226 11 месяцев назад +2

    Cool to see this
    Do it more often you will?

  • @paulbradshawguitar
    @paulbradshawguitar 11 месяцев назад

    really cool rig, with how it's setup, hard to say depending on how many tones you use in a gig, if if it's overcomplicating things with the axe fx3/added latency/feel in mind (using a boost from the axe fx3 then back out and back in 4cm style) not to bash fractal drive/boost blocks (avid FM3 user here 😄
    i'd probably look at integrating/trying pedals for boosting to see how that sounds/feels and keep the fx3 for time based effects/modulation/DI out etc.. in the loop
    i just have a feeling you'll get a better boosted tone out of using pedals as opposed to the digital counterpart

  • @steveweilhart2359
    @steveweilhart2359 11 месяцев назад

    It's been around a while now it's pretty awesome equipment - the modules are voiced from the actual amp builders so it's the real deal - Steve Vai uses it now he runs the Fender bassman for cleans and his Vai/Carvin module for his high gain along with his pedals for boost and Fractal for other effects just 1 example lots of players use the Synergy gear

  • @retropuffer2986
    @retropuffer2986 11 месяцев назад +1

    Look at that beautiful Jackson Warrior!

    • @TaylorDanley
      @TaylorDanley  11 месяцев назад +1

      Thanks! Yes, there's a bunch of options to work around it, it's a pretty small issue just one you should be aware of in this situation... troubleshooting right before you play is never something you want to have to do lol.

  • @markolivares6943
    @markolivares6943 9 месяцев назад

    Have you tried the matching synergy 4x12? Wanted to purchase one however not sure if I would like it.

  • @scottmckinstry1698
    @scottmckinstry1698 11 месяцев назад

    Can we get more gig vlogs please? Not to add to the list of shit you have to do when you're playing shows, but would awesome to see you and the guys travelling, setting up and performing.

    • @TaylorDanley
      @TaylorDanley  11 месяцев назад

      Yeah, I'd love to... I just don't play live much! But when it happens, hey-o!

    • @scottmckinstry1698
      @scottmckinstry1698 11 месяцев назад

      @@TaylorDanley Hell yeah. Thank you!

  • @SuperCMO79
    @SuperCMO79 11 месяцев назад +1

    That sounds really really good. Thick full percussive crushing good, would not be dissapointed at all. Now if something switched from a fitting issue versus the increased weight , to me it wouldn't be to much of a dillema to maybe up the rack size a smidge. But The mile may vary!

    • @TaylorDanley
      @TaylorDanley  11 месяцев назад +1

      Yeah, I'm actually contemplating going with a completely different rack setup that could change the whole situation completely lol.

  • @JD-vj4go
    @JD-vj4go 11 месяцев назад +1

    Sounded really good. Do you prefer the synergy modules to the amp sims in the axe fx?

    • @TaylorDanley
      @TaylorDanley  11 месяцев назад +1

      Yes, but not because of tone or anything. I just like the experience of dialing things in with knobs and buttons rather than an encoder wheel and menu system.

    • @JD-vj4go
      @JD-vj4go 11 месяцев назад

      @@TaylorDanley I can appreciate that. Even the best modeler interfaces are slow and annoying to use.

  • @christian_oz
    @christian_oz 11 месяцев назад

    You can't supplement the brackets of the bottom power module so that they buttons don't stick out the back? Have it maybe come 1/2 inch forward?

  • @catalyzed8457
    @catalyzed8457 11 месяцев назад

    Cool setup! I like to use my Quad cortex straight into a KSR PA50 power amp then 412 Mesa Cab. I have my guitar wireless, so it's like 2 cables and i'm ready. I've tried a few solid state amps but nothing compares to tube for me, at least at the end of the chain.

    • @riffer-t
      @riffer-t 11 месяцев назад

      How are those KSR PA50? Are they plenty loud? Good punch? Low end? thanks

  • @bhosterman
    @bhosterman 6 месяцев назад

    I too have switched to the SYN 2 with a Friedman HBDLX and the IICP but without a poweramp. Instead, I'm using a two notes CabM+ to go to front of house and for in ears. I've been using the TC electronics G System for about 14 years to control everything but I think it's time to put it out to pasture. Its good but it saps a bit of the tone and the FX are kind of bleh. Thinking about an AXE FX... But that's a huge investment with some kind of controller too.

  • @Ghaos
    @Ghaos 11 месяцев назад +1

    I'm thinking about the Synergy PA, how deep is your shallow case?

    • @TaylorDanley
      @TaylorDanley  11 месяцев назад +1

      It's like just a hair over 12"

  • @jamiegrant6970
    @jamiegrant6970 11 месяцев назад

    I use that syn5050 with the axe fx iii and two mesa boogie 1x12 cabinets at home. Playing out I may bring just one, you should try it.

  • @rickdelphi5358
    @rickdelphi5358 14 дней назад

    How did the SYN 50 power amp do live? Enough power compared to a 100watt head?

  • @dustinvandehey9885
    @dustinvandehey9885 5 месяцев назад

    Love labor temple. Have had many hangover meals there. Love astoria

  • @nicolasbeaudry6158
    @nicolasbeaudry6158 11 месяцев назад

    You guy sounded amazing❤

  • @yamilcamacho5698
    @yamilcamacho5698 11 месяцев назад +1

    Question, why not save weight and just run the AXEFX only?

    • @TaylorDanley
      @TaylorDanley  11 месяцев назад +1

      I did that for a long time. I've been experimenting because I like the experience of dialing analog gear as opposed to menu diving/using the encoder. I haven't come to a conclusion yet on what works best for me, still in the trial phase with the synergy stuff.

  • @diabeticmonkey
    @diabeticmonkey Месяц назад

    I’m convinced that Synergy is gonna be huge. It’s the damn future lol

  • @terryconnell
    @terryconnell 11 месяцев назад

    I hope you do more clips from gigs and outside of your normal youtuber studio space.

  • @EvelynIsabee
    @EvelynIsabee 11 месяцев назад

    This isnt necessarily in regards to this video, but I appreciate your holistic and thoughtful approach to your considerations for gear. You seem like you’d be an amazing product designer or product manager.
    As a Bassist I try not to spend too much on guitar gear*, but I watch your videos for the great takes, rad riffs, and enthusiasm and positivity.
    *Can’t wait for my kraken mk2 to arrive head to come :D

    • @TaylorDanley
      @TaylorDanley  11 месяцев назад +1

      Thanks so much, that's a really thoughtful comment! I've actually done product design before for a company. It had nothing to do with guitar gear, but could be that carried over 🤷‍♂️

  • @hierrogm
    @hierrogm 6 месяцев назад

    Nice …I recent set up the exact same thing cept I’m using Mesa boogie 2:100 brutal ..and with axefx …perfect

  • @thisguy2973
    @thisguy2973 11 месяцев назад +1

    Sounds nice and growl-like!

    • @TaylorDanley
      @TaylorDanley  11 месяцев назад +1

      Very much so, I love these modules specifically for that reason.

  • @mikekakonikolas7407
    @mikekakonikolas7407 11 месяцев назад +2

    Get a Fryette Power Station, problem solved! You get the best loadbox too!

    • @TaylorDanley
      @TaylorDanley  11 месяцев назад

      I think those are mono, so I'd need two of them. But yeah, I should probably get one anyways lol.

    • @mikekakonikolas7407
      @mikekakonikolas7407 11 месяцев назад

      @@TaylorDanley aah, you are right, totally missed that! Although PS-2 (50w) has 2 output jacks. Do you need stereo or just 2 outputs?

  • @mikesmith1290
    @mikesmith1290 Месяц назад

    I can’t believe how cheap the Synergy modules are!

  • @88Nikoli
    @88Nikoli 11 месяцев назад

    Yeah I love the syn 2 got a Powerball and a Herbert atm , need more rhough

  • @low_e_music
    @low_e_music 11 месяцев назад

    Damn, sounds absolutely brutal!!

  • @vincelupone
    @vincelupone 11 месяцев назад +1

    A 90 degree IEC connector will probably solve the problem with the depth issue.

    • @TaylorDanley
      @TaylorDanley  11 месяцев назад +1

      I think the foam from the case cover comes all the way up to the back of the power amp, so anything sticking out of that IEC socket will be an issue. Although I could just cut the foam... maybe....

    • @vincelupone
      @vincelupone 11 месяцев назад

      @@TaylorDanley Ah gotcha! I was able to get it to fit nicely in a Gator shallow 6 space, but not a foam shockmount rack like yours.

  • @RyanCowley_
    @RyanCowley_ 11 месяцев назад

    I had one of the OG module amps, the Randall MT4, the concept was good, and the designer Bruce Egnater is a genius when it comes to heavy tones, but that amp was just bad, the modules sounded too similar, so I’ve been hesitant to check out the Synergy stuff

  • @continuum288
    @continuum288 11 месяцев назад

    Please forgive me.. Please explain why your'e using the axe-fx as such? Seems like overkill to bring that modeller gigging if only for that particular application mentioned. Seems to me you'd downsize even more regarding what's needed that can be used from an analog boost. Especially if there's no post effects as mentioned. Cheers as always!

  • @mccloud273
    @mccloud273 11 месяцев назад

    Synergy is dope, though I do get lost at times with the concept itself. With how they've been coming along lately, I'm sure there'll be an even bigger plethora of options, maybe with brands that might fly under the radar like Wizard or KSR
    Speaking of Wizard: did you know KT150 tubes exist? Two of those egg-looking-thingamabobs can output a meaty 300 watts, imagine having that in a power amp 😂

  • @bigchonk
    @bigchonk 11 месяцев назад

    I like seeing your gear in a live setting, its a really cool idea for a video, but you need to fire that phantom bassist and get a real one lmao.(as a bass player I'm a little biased) Your videos have a very genuine feel to them, not trying to just sell something so please keep up the good work!

    • @TaylorDanley
      @TaylorDanley  11 месяцев назад

      Thanks so much! Yeah we've talked about other members, but it's hard to justify usually. They would have to bring something pretty big to the table because we function really well as a 3 piece already.

  • @ultravirez
    @ultravirez 3 месяца назад

    So it seems the problem was more with the shallow rack then the Synergy gear :P

  • @AtTheSourceStudios
    @AtTheSourceStudios 11 месяцев назад

    Couldn't you just put a piece of gaf tape on that switch? Maybe a velcro cover of some sort etc... .. problem fixed. Where there's a will there's a way.

  • @idiotburns
    @idiotburns 2 месяца назад

    Burns Cases!!

  • @idiotburns
    @idiotburns 2 месяца назад

    We have a very similar rig

  • @howardgillingham4763
    @howardgillingham4763 5 месяцев назад

    Still we like our heads in our rigs, at least I do

  • @ithebastardking2800
    @ithebastardking2800 11 месяцев назад

    Make a comparison between the 50/50 poweramp and the seymour duncan 700, that would be a cool little video.
    Also get the fryette ps2 or 100 fits in a shallow case. Also sounds better 🤫

    • @TaylorDanley
      @TaylorDanley  11 месяцев назад +1

      Yeah, that might be the move, but honestly it's hard to justify anything else when the powerstage only weighs 7 lbs. I'll either stick this out or go back to the lightness of the powerstage in the long run..

    • @ithebastardking2800
      @ithebastardking2800 11 месяцев назад

      @@TaylorDanley tbh nobody noticed I swapped the fryette for the duncan ps700 until after 6 gigs and rehearsals until somebody in the band picked it up and said “ wasn’t this much heavier” 😂

  • @jamiegrant6970
    @jamiegrant6970 11 месяцев назад

    I would get rid of the small synergy modules if you gonna use cabs, Just use the axe fx iii as the preamp. It will sound better than those modules anyway, and a little less weight. It seems your just making it difficult when you already have a great preamp. Till the next video, cheers

    • @TaylorDanley
      @TaylorDanley  11 месяцев назад +1

      Thanks, I've definitley rocked it that way for a long time. As most of us, I get bored and want to try new things lol. And the synergy modules are definitely "different and new" if you know what I mean.

    • @Auspexgetchell
      @Auspexgetchell 11 месяцев назад

      I agree may not be needed if you have AxeFx, but tones from Synergy are super solid and “just as good” as or better than most FX and/or amps.

  • @hierrogm
    @hierrogm 6 месяцев назад

    I use a 7 u with wheels it’s going but ..yea heavy..but not crazy heavy

  • @idiotburns
    @idiotburns 2 месяца назад

    at the gates!!

  • @KaddysJamKave
    @KaddysJamKave 11 месяцев назад

    That whiteboard needs an update man :D

    • @TaylorDanley
      @TaylorDanley  11 месяцев назад

      I do it about every other week, but the videos don’t always release in sequence… so sometimes it looks like I’ve had the same thing up there forever, but it’s just a video I shot a while back

    • @KaddysJamKave
      @KaddysJamKave 11 месяцев назад

      @@TaylorDanley Ahhhhh gotcha 🤘

  • @christianboddum8783
    @christianboddum8783 11 месяцев назад

    Get a powercable with a 90 degree plug..

  • @beautague9163
    @beautague9163 11 месяцев назад +1

    Ppl still gonna sleep on synergy... freaking love mine so much

    • @TaylorDanley
      @TaylorDanley  11 месяцев назад

      Yeah, I mean there's definitely people singing it's praises, but I feel like it should be way more popular than it is for what it does.

    • @beautague9163
      @beautague9163 11 месяцев назад

      @TaylorDanley everyone else running around buying boutique heads I'm sitting here chilling happy as can be with my syn50

  • @davidfaustino4476
    @davidfaustino4476 7 месяцев назад

    Your issue with Synergy gear is that your rack isnt deep enough?

  • @beaston_guitar
    @beaston_guitar 11 месяцев назад

    So much money and hassle… maybe one day I’ll understand. Until then, I’m perfectly happy with a traditional pedalboard and half stack.

  • @ronnielobosmith4870
    @ronnielobosmith4870 11 месяцев назад

    NICE😮

  • @darrenb5485
    @darrenb5485 4 месяца назад

    Should of got the kruse power amp 🤘🏻😜 #kruseamplification

  • @zakklee2556
    @zakklee2556 11 месяцев назад

    CL LA Synergy modules $250.

  • @juliocaro7777
    @juliocaro7777 11 месяцев назад

    the AxeFX sounds like poop. wow.

  • @ThisOldGuitar
    @ThisOldGuitar 7 месяцев назад

    tiny rack problems

  • @g-man2725
    @g-man2725 5 месяцев назад

    DUDE

  • @Chugg.Norris
    @Chugg.Norris 5 месяцев назад

    Trying to fit a square in a triangle. ⬛️ 🔺️