Is A $250 Guitar Amp Worth It? | Exploring the Tones of Superchamp XD

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  • Опубликовано: 4 ноя 2020
  • Hey guys, so a week ago I quite randomly bought a guitar amp , Fender Superchamp XD, and decided to make a video on different tones this amp has. All the specs of the amp can be found online so I won't repeat the same old information but it basically has a completely clean channel and a channel with different 'voices' that mimic a number of world's most famous amps like Tweed, Bassman, Vox AC30, Marshall JCM800 and more. I have only picked a few tones that I sort of liked and played some riffs and chords. Hope you enjoy it.
    Recorded Into Sm57. Pedals used are HoF for some reverb, DD7 for delay and Boss CE-2 for chorus bit.
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  • @easy-to-read-name62
    @easy-to-read-name62 3 года назад +14

    Came for the amp, stayed for the suave chops. Kudos.

  • @charlie-obrien
    @charlie-obrien 20 часов назад

    I don't know about the XD specifically, but I did own a Superchamp X2, which was the next generation, with the same circuit but a few upgrades. The most important upgrade was a Celestion G10 speaker. I loved the amp and would not have ever sold it but I purchased a '68 Custom Deluxe Reverb Reissue (that also came with a Celestion G12), that I got an incredible deal on.
    I kept them both for awhile and believe me that in most cases, especially with soft rhythm and jazz, the Superchamp held its own. It didn't break up as nicely as the DRRI and of course could not push the volume as well. I still sometimes wish that I had my little SCX2, kinda like that first car you had that occasionally needed a jump start, but ran so sweet after that for a lot of miles.
    If you have an XD, I suggest trying out a new speaker. Besides a Celestion greenback, I have also heard and played one with a Ragin' Cajun in it and that was also a cool sound.

  • @TheRockon11
    @TheRockon11 Год назад

    This is the best demo of this amp on RUclips. You play fantastic. Thank you

  • @gluteusmaximus1657
    @gluteusmaximus1657 3 года назад +4

    I had quite many Fender combos. Everytime i gave away or sold one, i regretted deeply some time afterwards. When this combo popped up, i was stunned. After watching two or three tests on YT, i decided to buy one. I could give it back within 30 days, no explanations. It still collects dust right next to my sofa. This is a keeper. This amp can do anything - on a smaller scale of course. Plus the transport and handling issues makes twin reverb owners weep ;-) Thank you for the performance. Keep this amp.

  • @richbird23
    @richbird23 3 года назад +18

    I just picked up one used this week. I was looking for a small tube amp for my grandson. He has a Vox Valvetronix hybrid 15 watt. He likes the amp selection and the effects. This was similar, however the tones that come out of the Fender put it to the top of the class! Very satisfied with it!

    • @ovidiuspine
      @ovidiuspine  3 года назад +7

      Agree! Can't go wrong with this amp if you want something cheap and light, but still sounds great!

    • @SaxJockey
      @SaxJockey 3 года назад +4

      I had a Vox VT40+ hybrid amp, pretty good; but not as good as this Fender SCXD. The channel 2 on the SCXD is good, but I now love the clean CH1, and engage pedals when required. It takes pedals very well, which give much more versatility than the built in effects. However, the built in reverb and delays are good, so much so that I sold a Boss Fender FRV-1 Reverb pedal....for as much as the cost of the SCXD 🙄.

  • @Cajundaddydave
    @Cajundaddydave Год назад +2

    Nice! Very tasteful presentation of an underrated amp. I have owned one of these for 10 years and it's pretty sweet. Useable Fender Blackface, Tweed, AC30, and Plexi voices and a handful of decent DSP effects. Perfect for rehearsal, recording, and small gigs so I don't need to drag out the 64 Super Reverb.

  • @BubbleManxx
    @BubbleManxx 3 года назад +15

    I'd say it's a keeper but the true moral is really skilled guitar players make any amp sound good lol.

    • @ovidiuspine
      @ovidiuspine  3 года назад +4

      Can't agree with you more. No matter what everybody says, the tone is in the player's fingers. Gear is great, but it should not be seen as necessity!

  • @rogergreene2272
    @rogergreene2272 Год назад

    Next level playing man. Bought a blonde Super Champ XD new in 2010. I have rarely used it, but believe the DSP might be failing. I'm a little heart-broken because I loved the tones this amp could produce. Great video

  • @richardfrankowski3136
    @richardfrankowski3136 3 года назад +5

    This guy could make any amp sound good. Thanks.

  • @meatbeater354
    @meatbeater354 3 года назад +1

    amazing work bro! keep it up ❤️

    • @ovidiuspine
      @ovidiuspine  3 года назад

      Thanks man, appreciate you watching the video !

  • @ChristofferKeizer
    @ChristofferKeizer 2 года назад

    Great playing.

  • @bellow6189
    @bellow6189 Год назад

    Fantastic playing and yes these are great little amps. Wish Fender had not discontinued the Super Hamp series.

  • @ahmetyasirsakall77
    @ahmetyasirsakall77 3 года назад +1

    mannn your video is so underrated

  • @SHERIFF8311
    @SHERIFF8311 3 года назад +5

    Got one in 2010, is the only amp i have, don't need anything else, try voice 8, great video, greetings from Spain😎

    • @ovidiuspine
      @ovidiuspine  3 года назад +2

      It is a wonderful little amp and a great budget option. Thanks for being here :)

  • @dummybert
    @dummybert 3 года назад

    Nice amp, although I'm more impressed of how did you nail Jimi on Woodstock there.

  • @Kevlarel84
    @Kevlarel84 2 года назад +1

    Great presentation. Great playing and you pulled some great tones out of the amp. I am looking at super champ videos to compare the differences of the XD and X2 models. I'm planning to buy a used Super Champ for an "around the house" amp. Trying to figure out which model will best suit my needs.

    • @fionncaomanac339
      @fionncaomanac339 Год назад

      The X2 has more features with USB connectivity and a different DSP and is better suited for DAW recording but generally I've noticed champ enthusiasts prefer the XD with it's simplicity and slightly higher quality construction.

    • @Kevlarel84
      @Kevlarel84 Год назад

      @@fionncaomanac339 I bought a used X2 combo amp about 6 months ago. I like it a lot. I have no experience with the XD so I can't compare quality. I have no use for the "tap tempo button" on the X2. I use the reverb but not much else for the digital effects. I'd gladly give up the effects section for more control over EQ and parameters on the voiced channels. It's not perfect but It's a great sounding little amp that didn't cost an arm and a leg. I have no regrets.

  • @SaxJockey
    @SaxJockey 3 года назад +1

    Yes it's worth it! I paid $277/£200 for one in great condition, including a two way footswitch (channel and effects) and replacement JJ power tubes. I knew it was good, so I bought a second one for $208/£150, mint but no external switch. The first one has been so reliable for guess around three years, not used the second one much (occasional stereo o/p from a delay pedal). The second one has original Fender Groove Tubes, the tone is not as good as the first one, but that is due to the speaker being a bit tight/not played in enough. I have patched the amp output to each speaker to confirm that the tube/amp in the the second amp is fine.

  • @dalecooper5841
    @dalecooper5841 2 года назад

    Mine is plugged in a 2x12 orange close back and it sound killing♥️
    Many of voicing are helpful to make your guitare collection sounding well and changing your inspiration. After 10 years I don’t want to change it.
    Voicing 6 is my home but 1 / 3 / 4 / 8 are excellent too
    Only one regret, no effect loop, so to play with my looper, I’ll by a second one!!!
    Great play guy

    • @ovidiuspine
      @ovidiuspine  2 года назад

      Thank you for sharing this Mr Cooper, you've got a nice little setup ! And if it works it works, no need to change it !

  • @CastlesMadeOf...
    @CastlesMadeOf... 2 года назад

    Really enjoyed that Ovidius ! I had a vibro champ but moved it on last year. Seriously thinking about picking up one of these or the head version. Mind you, I won't make it sound like you did 👏

    • @ovidiuspine
      @ovidiuspine  2 года назад

      Go for it my friend, you won't regret it for sure !

    • @josemariatrueba4568
      @josemariatrueba4568 11 месяцев назад

      Vibrochamp is as good sounding but smaller. Both are amazing amplifiers.

  • @horstsimku5813
    @horstsimku5813 3 года назад +2

    classy, rhythmic demo with soul, grats. Not too common here. Did you demo the harder stuff of the XD too?

    • @ovidiuspine
      @ovidiuspine  2 года назад +1

      Thanks ! I always find that with amp simulations it's harder to get a decent overdriven sound...at least from my experience..and I don't really go for a very distorted sound anyway. So cannot tell you at this point :)

  • @joaomendes5182
    @joaomendes5182 3 года назад +11

    kurt cobain playing hendrix , what a time to be alive !! 😆

    • @andrewcruz7595
      @andrewcruz7595 3 года назад +3

      Ironic they were both left handed guitarists and died at 27...

    • @soofitnsexy
      @soofitnsexy 2 года назад +2

      @@andrewcruz7595 and both black

  • @benzel5659
    @benzel5659 Год назад

    Got one of these routed to an ISO-cab. Sounds really good, but damn I miss being able to play it like this.

  • @lukiss01
    @lukiss01 3 года назад +1

    Good stuff

    • @ovidiuspine
      @ovidiuspine  3 года назад

      Thank you my friend. Appreciate you being here !

  • @OneAndDo
    @OneAndDo 2 года назад +5

    Found one of these in great shape sitting in a goodwill for 20 bucks.. couldn't be happier at that price point for sure

    • @ovidiuspine
      @ovidiuspine  2 года назад

      Now that is a steal for sure! Do you use it a lot?

    • @OneAndDo
      @OneAndDo 2 года назад +1

      @@ovidiuspine oh ya ! its pretty much my main amp since all I do is learn and play at home as a hobby

    • @sassulusmagnus
      @sassulusmagnus Год назад

      Mega-score! Enjoy.

    • @josemariatrueba4568
      @josemariatrueba4568 11 месяцев назад +1

      You could pay 200 and still be cheap. I could pay as much as 400 if it weren't for the fact that I own two of them, first one bought new for 300 if I remember well because it was around 2007 and I got a second one 10 years later for 200 second hand.

    • @bigwomp932
      @bigwomp932 8 месяцев назад

      super lucky

  • @JonRaffety
    @JonRaffety 11 месяцев назад +1

    I Loved the first riff!!! tasty!!! i'd say she's a keeper! plus they are discontinued now- :(

  • @billwomack3055
    @billwomack3055 3 года назад +4

    I've had a SuperChamp XD for years and am always surprised at how good it sounds for the price, but listening to your playing, and the tones you coaxed out of it, have convinced me to KEEP it. Installed replacement tubes (1x Tung-Sol 12AX7 2x Genalex - Gold Lion 6V6GT/CV-511) and it's better than ever. Thank you, brother, for the inspiration.

    • @ovidiuspine
      @ovidiuspine  3 года назад +1

      Appreciate you being here and commenting Bill! This amp is truly a joy to play for the price you pay...I haven't experimented with changing the tubes yet. Something to consider in the future :)

    • @josemariatrueba4568
      @josemariatrueba4568 11 месяцев назад

      Everybody loves it. Great amplifier. Much better than the newer X2 version.

  • @sandiaYpescado
    @sandiaYpescado 3 месяца назад

    What’s the difference between the x2 and the xd?

  • @ertreri
    @ertreri 3 года назад +2

    tone is really good nice clean voicing brilliant wind cries mary tone. but yeah 30 percent is the amp 70 the guitarist. A bad player will always sound poor and good player can even sound decent with a hello kitty guitar.

  • @reynirkarl
    @reynirkarl 3 года назад +1

    Whats the song that starts at 4:30?😇

    • @ovidiuspine
      @ovidiuspine  3 года назад +4

      Hey Reynir, it's Villanova Junction by Jimi Hendrix. Check the Woodstock version, it's awesome!

  • @niteriderband4713
    @niteriderband4713 10 месяцев назад

    I like your demo, but where this amp really shines is fully cranked and hitting the tubes hard. With this wattage fully cranked you get fantastic tones and can still be heard in the band over the drums. Other wattage like 30, or 40 the amps are too loud to fully get the tones out of tubes. Try cranking the volume to 10 with the tone controls and hear the amp sing.

  • @Theweeze100
    @Theweeze100 3 года назад

    Great playing!!!
    Would give it multiple likes if I could...

  • @hatememoor5738
    @hatememoor5738 2 года назад

    😳😳

  • @randyduke7861
    @randyduke7861 Год назад

    Keeper

  • @Where_Have_All_My_Files_Gone
    @Where_Have_All_My_Files_Gone 10 месяцев назад

    Was the speaker stock?

    • @ovidiuspine
      @ovidiuspine  10 месяцев назад +1

      Yes it was

    • @Where_Have_All_My_Files_Gone
      @Where_Have_All_My_Files_Gone 10 месяцев назад

      Thank you. Would you recommend this amp as a good or great practice amp for home use? And would you bother upgrading the speaker? I am curious. Beautiful playing by the way. @@ovidiuspine

    • @ovidiuspine
      @ovidiuspine  10 месяцев назад

      @@Where_Have_All_My_Files_Gone both for practice and small pub gigs is perfect! And I would say even bigger gigs as normally you just mic the amp up anyway. I actually got another XD recently, so now have two. In terms of the speaker, I'm not too bothered about changing it, the amp serves my needs as it comes.

  • @aubreysabilla3122
    @aubreysabilla3122 2 года назад +2

    my dad bought it for only 30 dollars soooo yeah

  • @meadish
    @meadish 2 года назад +1

    Sweet playing! How do you avoid a kawpeeraiyt s T rrr i K-ee for thoze famoos toonz?

    • @ovidiuspine
      @ovidiuspine  2 года назад +3

      Wow, it took me a while to decode that! haha And to be honest I did get a copyright claim.