Sounds great. Did you try just switching between presets while playing? Wondering how that delay is. I know it has scenes but sometimes you just gotta switch haha.
What i dont get is that the ampero ii stomp has the same hardware, amp models, drives, reverbs etc. but somehow this product is more hyped then the stomp while they sound t same… interesting
Hi Jon! In fact you can have various parameter settings in the different scenes. The scene 1 acts as a "master", it's only in this scene that you can add blocks, but if you edit a parameter in scenes 2 to 5, in scene 1 it will still be the original setting
Yep. I was going to say essentially the same thing. The workflow can be a little confusing at first if you're coming from other similar setups (like Helix with its snapshots), but is easy to work with once you get used to it. I often use two or three amps per preset and switch between them with scenes and it took me a minute before I realized the best workflow is to dial in all the amp settings in scene 1 and only make relatively small adjustments in the other scenes.
Amazing tip! I just got mine today as I am transitioning from an all analog pedal board to just have everything all in one pedal for simple use and versatility but I’ll still keep my pedal board and Fender tube amp since it’s a lot of fun going old school vintage
Great work and great demo, as usually on your channel!) I had first Ampero and i sold it. Now i have FM3 and Amperium Live. But after watching this demo, i want to try this stuff again) GAS never ending:)
Good review! I've ampero stage - it's realy great in this value of money) great sound, userfriendly GUI,and great as sound card)) With OwnHammer IR - realy brilliant))
I was determined on spending big money on the Fractal FM3 or maybe FM9. Then the other day, I bought the little Ampero Mini - just to try how the Ampero universe works. Well I have decided to return it, and get the Ampero Stage II 😆 I’m impressed how easy it is to use. The sound, the whole layout, ease of use, and the editor. And the Editor that can I use on my phone or iPad with the Stage II, just sealed the deal. In same breath, It seems like the other respected brands has rested too much on their laurels. The Ampero series definitely looks much more user friendly and modern, including pricing. I just hope that Hotone now will keep backing up their product line with support, updates and firmware, instead of just launching new products. The origin of these modelers gives me a little doubt 🤞 Anyway I still believe the Fractal is the King of modelers, but I’m just a home studio guy, and I’ll guess the Ampero Stage II will be more than enough to satisfy my needs for countless hours.
I started playing as a teen in the 80s. We would have sold our grandmas to get access to something like this. I’m also a big fan of physical devices. Not just because I’m old lol, but I find sitting in front of the computer swapping plugins in and out and different VSTs can lead to a whole lot of wasted time endless BS. Sometimes it’s really good to just plug in, pick a patch or twist some knobs and get to it.
Amazing Modeler, and full of useful features. The UI looks outstanding and easy to use. I'd like to see some head to head comparisons with other Modelers, dialing in tones to match their analog Amp inspirations. Is there anything important that you think the Ampero II Stage is missing? Did you notice any issues with long latency? Thanks
May sound silly but I switched from Helix to Ampero II Stomp and never looked back. IMHO it's much easier to get a great tone out of the Amperos. The Ampero II Stage looks interesting but the Stomp + extra Hotone footswitches for 20 bucks do all I need.
@@zaporoshti3392 Yes spring reverbs always use a lot of dsp. This was also the case with the Helix. It can be a problem if you want to use it in combination with other dsp consuming things like dual amp/IR setups. Even that can work with some of the simpler amps in the Ampero 2. The newer HQ-Amps (Solo or Petrucci) use more power too. With a 'normal' setup I don't have dsp issues with the spring reverbs.
@@gunnar8709 I see, thanks for the detailed answer. I have been looking for a small multifx processor with IR loading capability and good quality effects. Do you think I should get the Helix stomp or is Ampero 2 stomp more than enough? (Helix is around 75% more expensive, 23k vs 35k)
@@zaporoshti3392 While there may be many people thinking it's stupid to switch from Helix to Ampero 2 I don't miss it in any way. Amperos sound quality is great, fx are plenty and of good quality, rock solid metal casing, super easy to use touch display, stereo fx loop, USB-recording, super well made Editor for Windows... all I need is there. You hear the sound in the video above - is the difference worth it? Does it even matter?! One can argue that the Helix is updated more frequently but the Ampero 2 got a super cool update with the latest firmware too (new features, amps, fx). Another weak point of the A2 Stomp may be that there are just 3 foot switches. But that's easy and cheap to fix if you need more. The more options there are on the market the more I ask myself if I want to be part of this hardware-battle. I tried the Kemper player too and while it sounded great (and I really liked the light show), there's nothing for me to gain thats not already in my Ampero - so I returned the Kemper. So yeah... I say go for the Ampero! :)
5:01 Hi there, i want to ask if the footswitches are easy to press by hand? I would use it as a table device. And, do you have any idea if the knobs you see one the ampero II stomp are compatible with the stage and can you purchase those separately? Thanks in advance. Great video! 👍🏼
Great video as always! I think the scenes do save all knob settings now. So you could change, for instance, amp gain, reverb level, delay depth settings between scenes.
I mean everybody said that it has vocal processing support. But no one demos it. Is it still not yet supported bt software or something? Im torn betweem this and headrush core.
I feel the same way. I'm looking for someone to introduce the vocal effects. I can't decide between Headrush and Ampero II. Does anyone know of a helpful video about this?
Thanks for making this video. I originally watched your previous video, "What's the best amp Modeler 2024?" This helped me decide to upgrade my old Boss GT100.
Can you mix and match preamp models with a power amp model ? Like take a Soldano preamp section and put it through the power section of a Vox for example ?
Yes and no. You can pick the preamp of any of the amp models, but there is only 1 power amp "model". That power amp is customizable however (tube type, depth, presence, sag, etc.), so you can make it sound any way you like.
Thank you for the excellent video! Since you have a relationship with Hotone could you maybe ask them why their MIDI out jack can not pass Program Change messages? This is a huge miss for them. I use the Two Notes Opus in the loop for cab sim and power amp modeling but I have no way to take advantage of the 1/8 inch MIDI out to control patches on the Opus.
For bedroom recording, what would you currently recommend? 90% metal rythm, most technical demanding stuff i do is blending 2 tracks each side eith different amps/cabs
Hi there, this looks super promising. Good to see excellent products at cheaper prices. Could you please do a video on how you might integrate something like this into a rig with a tube amp with effects loop, where you utilise both the amp tone + multi effects from this unit, then cut the preamp of the tube amp out of the signal path, and use a moddled amp into the tube power amp section? Kind of best of both worlds set up.
I did this with an HX stomp and 5150iii 50w tube head and 212 cab. Also had a cpl boost/OD pedals on my pedalboard and had the best of all worlds! This seems to be the same as the Helix stuff so u can definitely do what you’re talking about.
Virtual capo/pitch shifter? Can it be better by updating the software and will they ever do that? Because now this effects still sucks in their flagship model..
Good video. It would be better to use the ir or speakersims that come with the unit or maybe use your is for comparison... We all know that 50 percent fron the tone come from the speaker
I don't know if you have tried them but if you would have to choose between this Hotone Ampero II Stage, the Mooer GE300 lite or the new Mooer GE1000, which one would you choose. Which one do you think sounds better, the amp simulations. Having already the Hotone MP100 and the Mooer Preamp Live, is it worth to upgrade with one of those three? Thanks in advance. Regards.
Variation within a preset, where each block can be active or bypassed. Also, you can have different parameter settings from one scene to another - but not change the model.
IF it had a good poly pitch shifter, that can do what Digitech Drop does, I would buy it instantly. Unfortunately the aforementioned feature (pitch shifter) really sucks on Ampero. Shame. Helix is too big, HX Stomp is a bit too small and has DSP shortcomings.
Как обычно, в процессорах зарезан наглухо весь нативный хай-гейновый верх по частотам. Можете убрать гитарный кабинет и проверить. Он там просто отсутствует таким, какой он реально в ламповом тракте. Ну просто это экономия для алгоритма, чтобы он хоть как-то мог обсчитывать остальное. И в демках вам постараются это дело замаскировать в миксе. А он не последнюю роль играет в звуке.
Is anyone reviewing these amp replacement boxes without focussing on high gain tones and heavy metal. Even "clean" sounds are presented with heavy chorus, wah and f--- knows what else. Seriously, is this all they are good for? Does nobody use them for clean, glassy valve sounds?
Plug it straight into a pa mixing desk .with a basic recording. That way people will be able to here if any good. To many people on RUclips record all these units with u beaut gear. Then when they get them home .they don't sound good at all
The original hotone ampero was a really good unit. This one already looks way better. A pro can make almost anything sound good. You should make that video if that's what you want to see.
First, Jon makes everything sound insane. Sometimes he’ll edit in the room mic or phone camera mic and you can hear how plain the stuff is…his mixes are just nuts. That being said, he is running this directly in. Not into some expensive amp…not that that would sound good anyway. But these sound great….GREAT!!! I have the stomp and it sounds beat into my Yamaha studio monitors…much better than into my 2x12 cabinet with SS amp.
Hotone suck in the customer support departement and their FW updates are mediocre. They promised to port the scenes to the Ampero 2 Stomp but never did because they will first sell as much Stages before they even think about it... They care more about pumping new stuff out there than their customers with existing gear...
What do you think of the Ampero II Stage?
Amazing unit. Best bang for the buck in the modeler world.
Chug
Love mine!
Sounds great.
Did you try just switching between presets while playing? Wondering how that delay is. I know it has scenes but sometimes you just gotta switch haha.
What i dont get is that the ampero ii stomp has the same hardware, amp models, drives, reverbs etc. but somehow this product is more hyped then the stomp while they sound t same… interesting
I love that there is modeling technology at every price point for players, so no one feels left out.
Your demos never disappoint, that little box sounds massive.
Hi Jon! In fact you can have various parameter settings in the different scenes. The scene 1 acts as a "master", it's only in this scene that you can add blocks, but if you edit a parameter in scenes 2 to 5, in scene 1 it will still be the original setting
Yep. I was going to say essentially the same thing. The workflow can be a little confusing at first if you're coming from other similar setups (like Helix with its snapshots), but is easy to work with once you get used to it. I often use two or three amps per preset and switch between them with scenes and it took me a minute before I realized the best workflow is to dial in all the amp settings in scene 1 and only make relatively small adjustments in the other scenes.
Amazing tip! I just got mine today as I am transitioning from an all analog pedal board to just have everything all in one pedal for simple use and versatility but I’ll still keep my pedal board and Fender tube amp since it’s a lot of fun going old school vintage
sick demo sounds fantastic
Thank you!
Well, the riffs are on point and I can see you are an phenixcionado 🤘🤘🤘
Sounds great! Sounds like you! 😀 Great video!!
Great work and great demo, as usually on your channel!) I had first Ampero and i sold it. Now i have FM3 and Amperium Live. But after watching this demo, i want to try this stuff again) GAS never ending:)
lol @ Engl Saga! Its weird they can use "Engl" but not "Savage"... Great work, Jon!
Haha I know what you mean. :) In this case they called it “Engle Saga” for exactly that reason.
Good review! I've ampero stage - it's realy great in this value of money) great sound, userfriendly GUI,and great as sound card)) With OwnHammer IR - realy brilliant))
Thanks z million, great content, you never disappoint.
Which would you recommend for worship music
The ampero ii stage or the headrush core?
I was determined on spending big money on the Fractal FM3 or maybe FM9. Then the other day, I bought the little Ampero Mini - just to try how the Ampero universe works. Well I have decided to return it, and get the Ampero Stage II 😆
I’m impressed how easy it is to use. The sound, the whole layout, ease of use, and the editor.
And the Editor that can I use on my phone or iPad with the Stage II, just sealed the deal.
In same breath, It seems like the other respected brands has rested too much on their laurels.
The Ampero series definitely looks much more user friendly and modern, including pricing.
I just hope that Hotone now will keep backing up their product line with support, updates and firmware, instead of just launching new products. The origin of these modelers gives me a little doubt 🤞
Anyway I still believe the Fractal is the King of modelers, but I’m just a home studio guy, and I’ll guess the Ampero Stage II will be more than enough to satisfy my needs for countless hours.
I dont tbink you'll regret it; the ampero 2 is shockingly good ime
I started playing as a teen in the 80s. We would have sold our grandmas to get access to something like this. I’m also a big fan of physical devices. Not just because I’m old lol, but I find sitting in front of the computer swapping plugins in and out and different VSTs can lead to a whole lot of wasted time endless BS. Sometimes it’s really good to just plug in, pick a patch or twist some knobs and get to it.
@@lostinpa-dadenduro7555I think you are totally right. It's great having some good presets for just turning it on and play the hell out of them.
I suggest you check put the tone master pro. Easiest modeler to use and most powerful. Very expensive, but worth the money even when compared to FM9.
Amazing Modeler, and full of useful features. The UI looks outstanding and easy to use. I'd like to see some head to head comparisons with other Modelers, dialing in tones to match their analog Amp inspirations.
Is there anything important that you think the Ampero II Stage is missing? Did you notice any issues with long latency?
Thanks
I need one of these in my life
May sound silly but I switched from Helix to Ampero II Stomp and never looked back. IMHO it's much easier to get a great tone out of the Amperos. The Ampero II Stage looks interesting but the Stomp + extra Hotone footswitches for 20 bucks do all I need.
have you hit the dsp limit on ampero 2? it seems spring reverb maxes out dsp usage though maybe they fixed it in later upgrades.
@@zaporoshti3392 Yes spring reverbs always use a lot of dsp. This was also the case with the Helix.
It can be a problem if you want to use it in combination with other dsp consuming things like dual amp/IR setups. Even that can work with some of the simpler amps in the Ampero 2. The newer HQ-Amps (Solo or Petrucci) use more power too.
With a 'normal' setup I don't have dsp issues with the spring reverbs.
@@gunnar8709 I see, thanks for the detailed answer. I have been looking for a small multifx processor with IR loading capability and good quality effects. Do you think I should get the Helix stomp or is Ampero 2 stomp more than enough? (Helix is around 75% more expensive, 23k vs 35k)
@@zaporoshti3392 While there may be many people thinking it's stupid to switch from Helix to Ampero 2 I don't miss it in any way.
Amperos sound quality is great, fx are plenty and of good quality, rock solid metal casing, super easy to use touch display, stereo fx loop, USB-recording, super well made Editor for Windows... all I need is there.
You hear the sound in the video above - is the difference worth it? Does it even matter?!
One can argue that the Helix is updated more frequently but the Ampero 2 got a super cool update with the latest firmware too (new features, amps, fx).
Another weak point of the A2 Stomp may be that there are just 3 foot switches. But that's easy and cheap to fix if you need more.
The more options there are on the market the more I ask myself if I want to be part of this hardware-battle. I tried the Kemper player too and while it sounded great (and I really liked the light show), there's nothing for me to gain thats not already in my Ampero - so I returned the Kemper.
So yeah... I say go for the Ampero! :)
5:01 Hi there, i want to ask if the footswitches are easy to press by hand? I would use it as a table device. And, do you have any idea if the knobs you see one the ampero II stomp are compatible with the stage and can you purchase those separately? Thanks in advance.
Great video! 👍🏼
Awesome analysis!
Great video as always! I think the scenes do save all knob settings now. So you could change, for instance, amp gain, reverb level, delay depth settings between scenes.
I mean everybody said that it has vocal processing support. But no one demos it. Is it still not yet supported bt software or something? Im torn betweem this and headrush core.
I feel the same way. I'm looking for someone to introduce the vocal effects. I can't decide between Headrush and Ampero II. Does anyone know of a helpful video about this?
Thanks for making this video. I originally watched your previous video, "What's the best amp Modeler 2024?" This helped me decide to upgrade my old Boss GT100.
The interface looks really clean. Has a bit of Apple aesthetic.
Awesome - both tone and playing ❤ What IR’s are you using? For sale?
OwnHammer! For sale at OwnHammer.com
Perfect! And thanks for the quick answer 😊
8:28 you can only control the ampero II stage with the phone with the extra unit ampero control. It costs extra
Sounds great!
Can you make demo video of vocal effects on your mic?
How is the noise floor on this unit? How accurate is the tuner? Are the noise gates any good?
Just ordered the fm9
I just want to know your opinion,
Boss Gx100 vs Ampero Stage 2
I try to search in web this, but bad luck
Which one is better?
what is name of the song you playing at 09:10 ?
please ?
I think that you made it sound great, just like everything you do!😎
Killer patches ..... awesome💥❤😘
Sounds pretty dang good!
Great demo !! Can I use the SEND/RETURN with TR jack (mono) ? because it's stereo, but....
I would think so! I haven't tried the loop
Can you mix and match preamp models with a power amp model ? Like take a Soldano preamp section and put it through the power section of a Vox for example ?
Yes and no. You can pick the preamp of any of the amp models, but there is only 1 power amp "model". That power amp is customizable however (tube type, depth, presence, sag, etc.), so you can make it sound any way you like.
In terms of amp modelling how does it compare to St. Rock Amperium Live?
Thank you for the excellent video! Since you have a relationship with Hotone could you maybe ask them why their MIDI out jack can not pass Program Change messages? This is a huge miss for them. I use the Two Notes Opus in the loop for cab sim and power amp modeling but I have no way to take advantage of the 1/8 inch MIDI out to control patches on the Opus.
Apparently there is supposed to be an upcoming firmware update to make the MIDI out work properly. No idea when it'll happen.
@@GallowayJesseHotone promises a lot...
@@GallowayJesse it has already occurred in version 1.1 firmware.
sick tunes
For bedroom recording, what would you currently recommend? 90% metal rythm, most technical demanding stuff i do is blending 2 tracks each side eith different amps/cabs
Does it have a polyphonic whammy? And it if does, how good is it? How good is it?
What is that Green/Yellow bar? Looks like it's some kind of a pre-amp feature where yellow is above the recommended or am I wrong?
love it... i think an update from old hotone ampero one n i have 1 unit n sound pretty good
Hi there, this looks super promising. Good to see excellent products at cheaper prices. Could you please do a video on how you might integrate something like this into a rig with a tube amp with effects loop, where you utilise both the amp tone + multi effects from this unit, then cut the preamp of the tube amp out of the signal path, and use a moddled amp into the tube power amp section? Kind of best of both worlds set up.
I did this with an HX stomp and 5150iii 50w tube head and 212 cab. Also had a cpl boost/OD pedals on my pedalboard and had the best of all worlds! This seems to be the same as the Helix stuff so u can definitely do what you’re talking about.
hello! should I get this IIstage, Anti1992 or a 6505 combo?
Virtual capo/pitch shifter? Can it be better by updating the software and will they ever do that? Because now this effects still sucks in their flagship model..
Question: Can you record and save loops and export them as files?
Awesome vid!!
Did you have the chance to try the Whammy simulation?? Is it any good?
I have not... I should!
Dude your writing and playing is tha shit! Damn
Thanks!
Good video. It would be better to use the ir or speakersims that come with the unit or maybe use your is for comparison... We all know that 50 percent fron the tone come from the speaker
Hi, is anyone using this with vocals? What affects can you use and how does it sound? I can’t find a list or review anywhere. Thanks a lot!
I kindly ask you if there's any sound difference of Ampero 2 Stage and Ampero 2 Stomp?
Not as far as I'm aware
@@SonicDriveStudio I guess according to the specifications of hotone, it looks same but is it possible to make a comparison video between these two ?
Damn that’s a must buy and I hate multi effects pedals 👏👏👏🤘🤘
so you listened to the mahavishnu great rendition liked it ampero lack of bite...
I'll wait until the scenes can change effect parameters lol. Other than that, it's amazing!
I was made aware that apparently it has been possible! Haven't tried it yet
Cool tools!
Hi, guys! I have ampero one, it works for me, but now I'm kinda confused. Should I upgrade to ampero 2? Stomp or stage? What are your thoughts?
Stomp
@@ChakraOver9k whyy
So it's a mix between the Headrush Core and the Zoom G6... interesting
How does this compare to the ampero ii stomp?
It has more features and IO, in terms of the sounds it's basically the same
@@SonicDriveStudio thanks, Jon!
Great!
🔥
It sounds like a modeler not a plexi, i would like to hear it in rhe effects look of a modern plexi ,
I don't know if you have tried them but if you would have to choose between this Hotone Ampero II Stage, the Mooer GE300 lite or the new Mooer GE1000, which one would you choose. Which one do you think sounds better, the amp simulations. Having already the Hotone MP100 and the Mooer Preamp Live, is it worth to upgrade with one of those three? Thanks in advance. Regards.
Hotone Ampero stuff is a league above the Mooer stuff, in my opinion.
17 seconds in and I know we wont' be getting an in-depth review of the edge of clean/bark
arent scenes just presets
Kind of like a preset within a preset
Variation within a preset, where each block can be active or bypassed. Also, you can have different parameter settings from one scene to another - but not change the model.
IF it had a good poly pitch shifter, that can do what Digitech Drop does, I would buy it instantly. Unfortunately the aforementioned feature (pitch shifter) really sucks on Ampero. Shame. Helix is too big, HX Stomp is a bit too small and has DSP shortcomings.
Как обычно, в процессорах зарезан наглухо весь нативный хай-гейновый верх по частотам. Можете убрать гитарный кабинет и проверить. Он там просто отсутствует таким, какой он реально в ламповом тракте. Ну просто это экономия для алгоритма, чтобы он хоть как-то мог обсчитывать остальное. И в демках вам постараются это дело замаскировать в миксе.
А он не последнюю роль играет в звуке.
Goddamn that wah is so fucking throaty
Hope the distortion is better than the mini. Cos there crap
Mini - it's the first generation (mp100/ampero one). Stomp and stage - the second generation. I think they have different sound
The stomp has better distortion
It has the same sounds
Is anyone reviewing these amp replacement boxes without focussing on high gain tones and heavy metal. Even "clean" sounds are presented with heavy chorus, wah and f--- knows what else. Seriously, is this all they are good for? Does nobody use them for clean, glassy valve sounds?
Sounds like my chainsaw when it needs oil
Plug it straight into a pa mixing desk .with a basic recording. That way people will be able to here if any good. To many people on RUclips record all these units with u beaut gear. Then when they get them home .they don't sound good at all
The original hotone ampero was a really good unit. This one already looks way better. A pro can make almost anything sound good. You should make that video if that's what you want to see.
First, Jon makes everything sound insane.
Sometimes he’ll edit in the room mic or phone camera mic and you can hear how plain the stuff is…his mixes are just nuts.
That being said, he is running this directly in.
Not into some expensive amp…not that that would sound good anyway.
But these sound great….GREAT!!!
I have the stomp and it sounds beat into my Yamaha studio monitors…much better than into my 2x12 cabinet with SS amp.
Hotone suck in the customer support departement and their FW updates are mediocre. They promised to port the scenes to the Ampero 2 Stomp but never did because they will first sell as much Stages before they even think about it... They care more about pumping new stuff out there than their customers with existing gear...
it doesn't compete, unless it can do 2 guitars to a single unit like all the others u mentioned
Oh they didn't take that design from hx edit at all lol. I dislike HOtone a lot.
I'm sure they are heart broken.
@@TheChristafershawn Not really important to me but okay?
@@poorbrokeguitarist yeah me neither.
I already have the AMPERO 2....how do they sound the same? Is it worth taking this One?
could you put two instruments at the same time? for example My E-Bass and my Bass Synth?