Wow, Dr. Z sounds incredible! All amps sounds good but man..... Dr.Z got a chime sound I really love and Dr. Z got the most responsive tone character with the volume adjustment and picking attacks. Great play by the way.
Amazing playing as always, Jack. And that 335 sounds amazing. Especially the neck. They all sound good, but I think I'd go with the Z. Thanks for sharing. Cheers
DrZ Maz 18 and the Tele, what a combination! Telecaster and the Suhr was might bit polite. The Dr. Z turned that 335 into a Doberman. Great review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Great video. Here's my favorite sounds per configuration: Single coil T style 1 Maz 2 Badger 3 AC Humbucker ES 1 AC 2 Badger 3 Maz Exception ES Maz cranked wins overall best tone. All things equal I'd go with the Badger. I like the versatility and the squishy nature of both single coils and buckers in the early break-up stage the best.
I'm a dyed-in-the-wool world Dr Z fanatic! I own 2 of them. A 2007 MAZ18JR w/revervb and the Z Wreck head/cab. But I have to say that Suhr amplifier just was overwhelming! I was really surprised. One Boutique amp that was missing and I think it's because it has 6v6 in the power section is the Tone King Imperial MKI which I also own. That amplifier is hands-down the best amplifier I've ever owned and for years my rig was a 1966 Fender Super Reverb paired with 1965 Pro Reverb in stereo and that was totally gravy of the Gods! But my Tone King slays them all!
They all sound great! I've owned a Dr. Z Maz 18Jr NR for years and let me say that single coils & humbuckers sound amazing through it. This amp really shines and fits well in a mix too. Well done!
@@BeautifulGuitars365 my experience is that these can be a bright amp. The cut control is the key feature and when the speaker breaks in the tone warms up. I started running mine with my '68 Fender Custom Princeton Reverb and that really adds some nice roundness to the sound.
Great playing as always! Overall with single coils, the Dr. Z, but closely followed by the Morgan...Suhr had the best flat out cranked sound? With the humbuckers, the Z had the most definition and punch/sparkle, but the Suhr had the sweetest sound...if I played humbuggies I would go with the Suhr. The Dr.Z overall has that “cut through the mix” tone, and I know that the cut control can sponge out the sound more if necessary. I have played the Maz amp and it’s amazingly clear and defined...meaning, it cuts through, but it’s not forgiving. You need to make sure your playing is precise. I would be excited to own any of these amps, but 123 would be Dr.Z, Suhr, Morgan.
Dang!!!! One of the best Demos I’ve ever seen! Incredible playing! They all had their moments, but I’d have to go with the Good Dr. The Maz 18 is a beast!
I played a couple of 1996 Matchless C 30's for 21 years, Also owned Dr Maz 18 and Maz 38 's and the winner is . . . . Todd Sharp JOAT 20 RT the one that weened me off all other EL84 amps.
I've got the same rig... I've had many other Z amps, including the Z-Wreck... But there's something about this rig that is different and probably my favorite ever. I've also got the AC20 Deluxe, but the Maz 18 Mk.II is my absolute favorite.
I like the Dr. Z best because it sounds so clear ringey, chimey and spanky but rocks too. Seems like the guitars voice comes through more in that amp. Reminds me of the Beatles with that tele. The Morgan would be my second choice as it gets all fat in the mids like some of the hotter AC30's. I like the Suhr too and think it has a slight Marshall flavor while the other two have different shades of Vox. IDK but it seems like the Suhr is not as loud as the other two.
Absolutely incredible playing and pinnacle tone from all three. My favorite tone is the intro amp! Maz 18! Perfect. Tone aside, the Cut control is essential for me, and I notice it lacking on the Badger. Also, the lack of Bass and Treble controls on the Morgan is a deal-breaker. Glad I didn't favor either of these!
I personally liked the Morgan, it's just a bit more treble/upper middy and is also much smoother (wider Q lower mids maybe?). The MAZ is a single trick amp, but I can see it being a super usable amp with the nice "tweeddy but thicker" kind of sound. The Suhr is also goos, but more scooped in my opinion. I feel like the like it's not something another fender cannot get some pedals.
Great stuff guys as usual, but details about cabs, speakers and mics is a MUST. Ok, we all see a Friedman 2x12 and a Z cab, but we dont know which one is used (both maybe).
As far as I know, all three of them are based on three different amps, the AC is based von Vox-style amp, the Badger is based on a Marshall-style amp and the Dr. Z is a blend of american and british sound.. but maybe I'm wrong..
@@BeautifulGuitars365 they do sound a bit harsh when cranked. IMO, most amps do. Badger is cool, but the MV and power scaling is confusing and not for me. Prefer just a regular PPIMV.
Thanks. I’d be getting this amp for more Blues and classic rock crunch. Won’t really be cranking it as much. How is it for those tones? Warm or still a bit bright?
@@BeautifulGuitars365 AC type amps works great for classic rock and will stick you out in the mix. Great for lead tones if used with overdrive or tube screamer (mid push) style pedals. OD also get you a Marshall type of push for rhythm work (AC/DC etc)
Nice playing young fella!!! I was wondering if you would look at some solid state amps!? Particularly the new Quilter Aviator Cub and possibly the Roland Blues Cube to see if those amps would honestly pass muster for someone like yourself who is used to "boutique" style amps! Not all of us can afford top shelf models you usually focus on!!! BTW love you videos!!!
Do you remember what speakers were in these cabs? It matters a lot with EL84's/Vox type amps. A celestion alncio blue gives a totally different tone than a greenback.
this amp comparison wud be one thatd be interesting if all three were on at the same time and different ones set for either bass or mid/top.. or two as a stereo pair and one set to mid bias..
Very nicely done demo. Been looking at the AC20 and Maz 18. I can see they both crunch up nicely - so which of those 2 has more clean headroom? I assume the Maz has less since it seems pretty crunchy with the volume at about 10:00 with a Tele ... Thanks.
Awesome playing, and this was perfectly executed. The Dr Z has a nice raunchy grit to it, but is a little grating on the ears compared to the other 2. The Suhr seemed nice and full but a bit bass heavy when overdriven and had less clarity than the others. The Morgan had a nice warm rich sound, but flubbed out when the gain was cranked. All had their strong points, and I think it's just a matter of what suits the player best. Great video, thanks!
The only one I would buy is the"M"-Sure likes the Chinese. DR.Z rarley has 2 channels and no FX loop and very expensive. I will take my Mesa Boogie amps. I live the TC 50 watt head. so versatile and hand wired.
If one were to set up the Badger for sort of an edge of breakup tone as a base tone, and hit it with a clean boost would it have enough headroom to give me a volume boost or would it just break up more? I'm trying to find one of these locally to play but having a lot of trouble.
The Suhr sounds amazing across the full gain range. Clear and composed with a sweet, rounded tone. The Dr Z sounds more raw and raunchy. Very nice. The Morgan couldn’t quite keep up with the other two imo.
For me, The best basic tone is... 1. Morgan....Lush, Beautiful 2. Suhr.........Sweet, balanced 3. Dr. Z.........Crisp, unique character I think the Morgan would be my choice amp.
Dr Z is nice and "sprangy" and lively. The Suhr sounds comparatively recessed. The Morgan is a revelation - it has a huge sound! It sounds fat, yet notes are well defined. Morgan the magnificent!
For me, 1. Suhr for its warmth and full bodied tone 2. Morgan for its cut an clarity, especially cranked with the 335 3. Dr. Z, a bit too harsh for me overall Thanks Jack!
Hey... A couple of omissions.. 1st you don't state what speakers each model is playing through (big contributor to tone) 2nd we can all hear what each amp sounds like with strong pick attack... But at no point do you ease right back and let people hear the clean/edge of breakup tones with bare flesh finger picking... Realise not likely your style.. but plenty players would like to hear that palette of tones demonstrated... We don't all play fast chicken pick. Anyways...
They all sound good but for me it’s the Suhr, then Dr Z. I didn’t care much for the Morgan in most of the clips but the Suhr sounded good with every clip and both guitars. Versatile. That’s the one I would walk out with.
Each one excels in a different area. Z is more open in the highs - more rough around the edges. Suhr is very tight and sweet. Morgan has more girth to the sound than the Suhr, but not as sweet. Both are very smooth. I'd have to hear live, but all three seem like very fine boxes. The playing was very good and informative, on some expensive guitars, I might add.
Damn it Jack! Unreal playing once again!
DrZ sounds pretty nice ! I love Suhr, but the DrZ is the winner for studio n live stuff!
Dr Z amps rule across the board.
The suhr seems the best choice to cover multiple styles and guitar types.
I'm not usually into telecaster but man that one sounds amazing
Telecasters do it all.
Wow, Dr. Z sounds incredible! All amps sounds good but man..... Dr.Z got a chime sound I really love and Dr. Z got the most responsive tone character with the volume adjustment and picking attacks. Great play by the way.
Amazing playing as always, Jack. And that 335 sounds amazing. Especially the neck.
They all sound good, but I think I'd go with the Z.
Thanks for sharing.
Cheers
DrZ Maz 18 and the Tele, what a combination! Telecaster and the Suhr was might bit polite. The Dr. Z turned that 335 into a Doberman. Great review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Great video. Here's my favorite sounds per configuration:
Single coil T style
1 Maz
2 Badger
3 AC
Humbucker ES
1 AC
2 Badger
3 Maz
Exception
ES Maz cranked wins overall best tone.
All things equal I'd go with the Badger. I like the versatility and the squishy nature of both single coils and buckers in the early break-up stage the best.
I 100% agree with this assessment.
Came for the amps stayed for the playing. AMAZING
dude, seriously unbelievable playing. definitely inspiring, which is amazing considering im watching a gear demo
I'm a dyed-in-the-wool world Dr Z fanatic! I own 2 of them. A 2007 MAZ18JR w/revervb and the Z Wreck head/cab. But I have to say that Suhr amplifier just was overwhelming! I was really surprised. One Boutique amp that was missing and I think it's because it has 6v6 in the power section is the Tone King Imperial MKI which I also own. That amplifier is hands-down the best amplifier I've ever owned and for years my rig was a 1966 Fender Super Reverb paired with 1965 Pro Reverb in stereo and that was totally gravy of the Gods! But my Tone King slays them all!
They all sound great! I've owned a Dr. Z Maz 18Jr NR for years and let me say that single coils & humbuckers sound amazing through it. This amp really shines and fits well in a mix too. Well done!
The Z sounds kind of bright/harsh when cranked. Is that just how he has it setup? Or is it a brighter amp?
@@BeautifulGuitars365 my experience is that these can be a bright amp. The cut control is the key feature and when the speaker breaks in the tone warms up. I started running mine with my '68 Fender Custom Princeton Reverb and that really adds some nice roundness to the sound.
Nice demo. Great playing. Best sound to me was the 335 into the AC20.
Suhr Badger for sure!! Young master with great technique and feeling!!
The Maz is best IMO. GREAT playing Jack!
Brilliant video comparison of 3 great amps! Love them all but the Badger is my fave, the Morgan AC20 is a close second.
Great playing as always! Overall with single coils, the Dr. Z, but closely followed by the Morgan...Suhr had the best flat out cranked sound? With the humbuckers, the Z had the most definition and punch/sparkle, but the Suhr had the sweetest sound...if I played humbuggies I would go with the Suhr. The Dr.Z overall has that “cut through the mix” tone, and I know that the cut control can sponge out the sound more if necessary.
I have played the Maz amp and it’s amazingly clear and defined...meaning, it cuts through, but it’s not forgiving. You need to make sure your playing is precise.
I would be excited to own any of these amps, but 123 would be Dr.Z, Suhr, Morgan.
The morgan and the suhr surprised me. The morgan has a bit of warmth I really like. The suhr seems very versitile. Thanks!
excellent demo! excellent playing!! thank you!
Dang!!!! One of the best Demos I’ve ever seen! Incredible playing! They all had their moments, but I’d have to go with the Good Dr. The Maz 18 is a beast!
Came here for the Z, leaving with the Badger.
No doubt just seeing this and agree
I do have both now ❤😂🎉
@@JakeTeeewhat do you prefer
Different strokes for different folks but that Dr Z sounded glorious to me.
I played a couple of 1996 Matchless C 30's for 21 years, Also owned Dr Maz 18 and Maz 38 's and the winner is . . . . Todd Sharp JOAT 20 RT the one that weened me off all other EL84 amps.
The Maz Is my favorite ... Nice Jams Dude
Recently got a Maz 18 loaded with a Celestion Blue... Now that's some magic right there 🤘👌
That's a dream team right there!
I've got the same rig... I've had many other Z amps, including the Z-Wreck... But there's something about this rig that is different and probably my favorite ever. I've also got the AC20 Deluxe, but the Maz 18 Mk.II is my absolute favorite.
Came in as a hard Morgan fan, but damn that low end on the Suhr. Super nice. The Morgan was actually 3rd for me, sound too trebly and stabby.
They all sounded great. Nice playing too man! Incredible! ..... I’ll take the Suhr. Thanks for posting
I like the Dr. Z best because it sounds so clear ringey, chimey and spanky but rocks too. Seems like the guitars voice comes through more in that amp. Reminds me of the Beatles with that tele. The Morgan would be my second choice as it gets all fat in the mids like some of the hotter AC30's. I like the Suhr too and think it has a slight Marshall flavor while the other two have different shades of Vox. IDK but it seems like the Suhr is not as loud as the other two.
Absolutely incredible playing and pinnacle tone from all three.
My favorite tone is the intro amp!
Maz 18! Perfect.
Tone aside, the Cut control is essential for me, and I notice it lacking on the Badger. Also, the lack of Bass and Treble controls on the Morgan is a deal-breaker. Glad I didn't favor either of these!
They all sounded great, but for me the Suhr sounds better overall.
I personally liked the Morgan, it's just a bit more treble/upper middy and is also much smoother (wider Q lower mids maybe?). The MAZ is a single trick amp, but I can see it being a super usable amp with the nice "tweeddy but thicker" kind of sound. The Suhr is also goos, but more scooped in my opinion. I feel like the like it's not something another fender cannot get some pedals.
I liked the Suhr Badger best for clean sounds .
Great stuff guys as usual, but details about cabs, speakers and mics is a MUST. Ok, we all see a Friedman 2x12 and a Z cab, but we dont know which one is used (both maybe).
As far as I know, all three of them are based on three different amps, the AC is based von Vox-style amp, the Badger is based on a Marshall-style amp and the Dr. Z is a blend of american and british sound.. but maybe I'm wrong..
Sounds right
Awesome! Please do one for us 6v6r's. I liked the Maz for the Xotic and the Badger for the 335. Also some great playing!
Excellent sounds and playing but I.M.H.O a Vox AC should have been included for comparison!
chris bradshaw it can do just about everything these amps can, it’s just not considered boutique
I like Morgan, more presence V equalized, more bass and crispy, second Badger
Me too. Can only assume the Dual AC20 by Morgan would even be a better competitor here. Also like the power scaling.
Most comments seem to favour the Maz ... The Badger did it for me ... And an excellent demo of all of them!
You really can't go wrong with any of them, but I really love the Maz 18... now I need one, haha
(Got one!!!!)
This guy can PLAY!
I’ve owned all three. Still have the Maz. It is by far the most versatile.
How does it compare to the Badger? The Maz sounded a little harsh when cranked. Is that just how he has it setup?
@@BeautifulGuitars365 they do sound a bit harsh when cranked. IMO, most amps do. Badger is cool, but the MV and power scaling is confusing and not for me. Prefer just a regular PPIMV.
Thanks. I’d be getting this amp for more Blues and classic rock crunch. Won’t really be cranking it as much. How is it for those tones? Warm or still a bit bright?
@@BeautifulGuitars365 they are very bright amps. Cut control helps.
Ahhh thanks yah I don’t like really bright, hurts my ears. I noticed that with EL84 based amps
They all sound great, that EF86 preamp in the Morgan is pretty special. The 335 and the Suhr, though 👌👌👌
I’ll with the Dr Z. Love the definition .
The Carmen Ghia gets my vote, but since it's not on the ballot, make it the Mazerati 18.
All sounded great. Dr Z sounded best to me.
Awesome! Please have more amp reviews!
The Morgan wins for me! Great shootout, cheers!
With the Tele, I like the Suhr best. With the 335 I liked the Dr Z best.
What a wonderful player, all 3 sounded epic, I'm biased as I own a maz 18 NR 2x12 combo though ;)
1. Morgan AC20
2. Suhr Badger
3. Dr Z Maz18
From sparkling and well balanced to bit spiky and harsh by my opinion. Bought an AC20.
How is this amp for classic rock? Zep, AC/DC, ZZ Top, etc
@@BeautifulGuitars365 AC type amps works great for classic rock and will stick you out in the mix. Great for lead tones if used with overdrive or tube screamer (mid push) style pedals. OD also get you a Marshall type of push for rhythm work (AC/DC etc)
I'll take one of each. Was trying to buy a Dr Z Maz 18 mkII combo grey and black but can't find a dealer with one.
Jack What is the riff you are playing at 12:45 it sounds killer on the Z.
Nice playing young fella!!! I was wondering if you would look at some solid state amps!? Particularly the new Quilter Aviator Cub and possibly the Roland Blues Cube to see if those amps would honestly pass muster for someone like yourself who is used to "boutique" style amps! Not all of us can afford top shelf models you usually focus on!!! BTW love you videos!!!
The Suhr is great for all kinds of music and takes pedals very well
The Dr Z is too harsh sounding but very good for Country style music...
Dr. Z harsh? Dude, you need new ears.
I noticed it was harsh when cranked as well
What pedal are you using in this demo? I had the Badger 18. Got rid of it. Going to pick up a Badger 35.
Curious why no more 18?
I liked the Suhr and the Dr Z next, but I'd like to see all three prices for each.
Badger is a very versatile amp
Noice. I need Jack teaching me all he knows for the next 10 years.
Do you remember what speakers were in these cabs? It matters a lot with EL84's/Vox type amps. A celestion alncio blue gives a totally different tone than a greenback.
Sound extremely good all three, but only two of them have controllable output volume.
Loved this video! Anyone know what cab/speaker is being used? Or was it direct? Thanks!
Been clean guy for the last year or so, but for dirt dr. Z smashed them all in this video.
this amp comparison wud be one thatd be interesting if all three were on at the same time and different ones set for either bass or mid/top.. or two as a stereo pair and one set to mid bias..
Don't know about which of these amps, I am more of a 6L6 guy, but awesome playing!
Very nicely done demo. Been looking at the AC20 and Maz 18. I can see they both crunch up nicely - so which of those 2 has more clean headroom? I assume the Maz has less since it seems pretty crunchy with the volume at about 10:00 with a Tele ...
Thanks.
Awesome playing, and this was perfectly executed. The Dr Z has a nice raunchy grit to it, but is a little grating on the ears compared to the other 2. The Suhr seemed nice and full but a bit bass heavy when overdriven and had less clarity than the others. The Morgan had a nice warm rich sound, but flubbed out when the gain was cranked. All had their strong points, and I think it's just a matter of what suits the player best. Great video, thanks!
I agree on a that
The only one I would buy is the"M"-Sure likes the Chinese. DR.Z rarley has 2 channels and no FX loop and very expensive. I will take my Mesa Boogie amps. I live the TC 50 watt head. so versatile and hand wired.
My ears hurt just by seeing those knob settings. I know they are super LOUD in that room. Good loud sound !!!
If one were to set up the Badger for sort of an edge of breakup tone as a base tone, and hit it with a clean boost would it have enough headroom to give me a volume boost or would it just break up more? I'm trying to find one of these locally to play but having a lot of trouble.
The AC20 sounds voxiest to my ears. I really like it.
Dude can play! The 335 tones are rad!
Not sure which I prefer, I wouldn’t play them cranked maybe suhr or Morgan clean suits my ears.
Is the Maz the loudest ?
Full tone stack will always win! Morgan sounds great but comes in 3rd.
I want to own that whole room and everything in it!
The Suhr sounds amazing across the full gain range. Clear and composed with a sweet, rounded tone. The Dr Z sounds more raw and raunchy. Very nice. The Morgan couldn’t quite keep up with the other two imo.
That Morgan though
For me, The best basic tone is...
1. Morgan....Lush, Beautiful
2. Suhr.........Sweet, balanced
3. Dr. Z.........Crisp, unique character
I think the Morgan would be my choice amp.
I'm addicted to the squish
All amazing but the Dr is calling!
Super great playing :)
Dr Z is nice and "sprangy" and lively. The Suhr sounds comparatively recessed. The Morgan is a revelation - it has a huge sound! It sounds fat, yet notes are well defined. Morgan the magnificent!
Morgan#1 Dr.Z #2!!!!
Wow amazing guitar skills!
Badger all the way
For me, 1. Suhr for its warmth and full bodied tone 2. Morgan for its cut an clarity, especially cranked with the 335
3. Dr. Z, a bit too harsh for me overall
Thanks Jack!
Starting 3:36 it says Morgan AC20 clean sound but that's not clean, just boosted and overdrive
Late to the party...
All of them had some great tones but across the board: Suhr.
Those are tough choices!
just to clarify most 65 reissue sound great below middle c
Does anyone know what speaker/cab was used? Each amp sounds so good it’s a tough pick 🔥🔥🔥 Probably Maz18
I think i saw Friedman 2x12 with a mic on, but i could be wrong.
wow
Hey... A couple of omissions..
1st you don't state what speakers each model is playing through (big contributor to tone)
2nd we can all hear what each amp sounds like with strong pick attack... But at no point do you ease right back and let people hear the clean/edge of breakup tones with bare flesh finger picking... Realise not likely your style.. but plenty players would like to hear that palette of tones demonstrated... We don't all play fast chicken pick.
Anyways...
They all sound good but for me it’s the Suhr, then Dr Z. I didn’t care much for the Morgan in most of the clips but the Suhr sounded good with every clip and both guitars. Versatile. That’s the one I would walk out with.
KILLER guitarist
wich telly is playing?
His payling an Shur SM-57
Morgan hands dowm for me.
The Dr Z Maz 18
Each one excels in a different area. Z is more open in the highs - more rough around the edges. Suhr is very tight and sweet. Morgan has more girth to the sound than the Suhr, but not as sweet. Both are very smooth. I'd have to hear live, but all three seem like very fine boxes. The playing was very good and informative, on some expensive guitars, I might add.
Maz by a margin for me
And they said you need a fender twin 6L6 tube amp to sound country 🤣😂🤣😂