I've had this amp since it came out and it has all the features I need. I switched from a modeler (Pod Go) type setup back to a traditional pedal board because there were too many options. I spent all my time trying to program it and barely playing. I also used to have a half stack which was just too much for my needs. This amp allowed me to do a pedal board/guitar cab (2x12) setup that is wayyy easier to lug around and set up. Since the Amped 1 lives on my pedal board I plug in power, speaker cable and guitar cable and I'm up and running. I can run through a PA, cab or both all in one unit. The cabrig options and mic positions allows me to mimic the cabinet I use on stage. The effects loop and midi control abilities allow ultimate flexibility for any setup you may want to do. The valve response options give you the ability to find the exact sound you are looking for and it's quick and simple to switch between them. The Amped 1 checks all the boxes for me while also keeping things simple. I don't know why more people don't use it.
I've had this amp since it came out and it has all the features I need. I switched from a modeler (Pod Go) type setup back to a traditional pedal board because there were too many options. I spent all my time trying to program it and barely playing. I also used to have a half stack which was just too much for my needs. This amp allowed me to do a pedal board/guitar cab (2x12) setup that is wayyy easier to lug around and set up. Since the Amped 1 lives on my pedal board I plug in power, speaker cable and guitar cable and I'm up and running. I can run through a PA, cab or both all in one unit. The cabrig options and mic positions allows me to mimic the cabinet I use on stage. The effects loop and midi control abilities allow ultimate flexibility for any setup you may want to do. The valve response options give you the ability to find the exact sound you are looking for and it's quick and simple to switch between them. The Amped 1 checks all the boxes for me while also keeping things simple. I don't know why more people don't use it.
I have had this unit for a few months now and have been too lazy to dig into the software. Now I want to hook it up and play around!
The original Bluguitar Amp 1 sounds better.
Folks, buy the original from Thomas, not the rip-off by Blackstar. „Amped 1“ - my ass! Promoting that is dismal.