I purchased my GP200 just 2 weeks ago bcoz of your honest review. I came all the way from old school analog, then went to digital & I absolutely loved it.
How's it hold up to Helix rack or Hx stomp? I've tried headrush, it didn't compare to the Rack for midi control and most importantly the sound I was used to, I tradi my stomp for a Reverend guitar so I'm in the market for a compact amp modeler thought about the headrush core but at $800 USD and the axe fx stuff is just as expensive Hx stomp xl is about $750 I'm looking at the core for $50 more and I can clone my amps with it, QC is $1600 I could buy 3 of those off brand boards just don't wanna get stuck with it if I don't like it or it don't stand up to the Hx algorithms that I am so used to.
I have just ordered the GP 200 LT version of this. This evening, I have been trawling TH-cam trying to prepare myself for it's arrival tomorrow. I am so glad I found your channel. Your enthusiasm and positivity is very refreshing. Just about to check out your other videos. Thanks for sharing your time and experience.
My GP200LT arrives here tomorrow, also!! I'm sold on it, there needs to be more emphasis on how it works for interface/direct recording. It has a new firmware update out now, also!!
Thanks for the 6mo out review. This is really great because you use in both the studio and live settings and you are selling the sound of a small number of amps that you use heavily and evaluated just as an amp model. Just perfect review information. Now I'm getting mine.
I was already dead set on a Valeton but your review and professional experience validated what I could only conclude based from other online video sources and what I heard in them. I've listened to all the most popular units around ATM and was set on Valeton which sounds superior, but I was only going to get the GP-100 and will get the 200 instead. I barely use any modeler's pedals, amps, cabs and mics and even less of the time and depth based effects, but this has so damn many that I shouldn't go on the thin side. Technology is rocketing along and an entry level model won't keep me up to speed.
Thanks Jon - we are SO lucky these days with the choices that we have for such amazing technology. I still firmly believe that nothing comes close to the GP200 in this price bracket... OR in higher price brackets come to that.
Your voice sounds wonderful. Total ASMR. Your audio expertise really shows. Tips and tricks would be a great shout for newbies. How to connect, types of DAW, are they all created equal etc etc. Subscribed.
I’ll be ordering this. I’ve sen both your videos on this, I’ve never seen anyone so sincere about any product ever so I’m going for it. I was going to put a boss get 1000 on layaway and after hearing your review I can no longer justify the expense :) thank you.
I used to drag my Triple X and pedal board to practice. When I showed up to practice a little early with the power amp, hooked everything to the 4x12 I leave there and spent a few minutes fine tuning the prest I made at home. My drummer was like "bro, that sounds great". When the rest of the guys came walking in they thought I had been replaced by a doppelganger. But when we fit that first lick everyone had smiles on their faces.
Hey Paul, thanks for the follow up, I am so glad to hear you love it. I bought a GP200 about a year ago to replace an old Helix one and I'm extremely pleased with the purchase. It is a peace of mind to hear someone like you with so much knowledge and experience loves it and even consider it good enough to replace your own Kemper. All the best.
Same here. Amazing little pedal for not so much money. I use this pedal in Stereo - sounds so good. Esxpecially when using some stereo effects. Im impressed. Play since 35 years. I only could dream of such a tool back in the day. I wish I had such a qualily sound when starting out at 16. my guitars / amps sounded horrible compared to what I got now....
Hey Paul!! Thanks so much for both reviews. You really helped me make the move to the unit and I love it!! Please go into settings!! I look forward to it!! And again, thank you!!
Hi! I got the GP200 last summer, great (I got v-amp pro's with FCB1010, Digitech RP500, Zoom G5, Zoom G3xn, etc). Really great. Played lots of Line6's of friends, never liked any of them. I am so glad I chose JC120 for cleans and Soldano for higain and recently saw your video, saying the same thing, confirming my choice! Thanks for the great video and spot on tips and advice! You are so accurate, down-to-earth and road-proven!
I have a slew of high end tube amps and most of my analog pedals on my board cost more than the gp200. I picked one up as a practice tool for headphones and opened it last night. I spent about 5 hours straight playing and smiling. It's good, really good. I agree, strip it down to the amp and build from there. I certainly found sounds I didn't like at all, but so many I did. I'm really enjoying this and plan to use it for recording soon. Great value for dollar that's for sure.
Playing guitar for 32 years. I bought one simply because I was curious about all the positiive reviews. I figured something must be really cooking in the kitchen to get so many thumbs up. And at it's price point, wasn't concerned about trying it out. In summary, yes I agree, it totally pisses all over all other competing floorboard FX modellers. Even eats my Line 6 Helix and spits it out. I no longer use anything else. They are all redundant now. It is crystal clear, grunty and incredibly realistic with very low latency (unnoticeable), perfect also for live situations direct into PA using IEM's. Sounds absolutely amazing!! 10 out of 10
Thanks for that great feedback. I know that I must sound like I'm paid by Valeton, but I'm not. I'm just amazed that we can get these tones - SO CHEAPLY! We live in great times!
Hi Paul, after watching this and the original review i’ve ordered the GP200, you had me fully convinced when you said it replaced the Kemper and when you said you would use it for a War of the Worlds show. I enjoyed the video too, very well presented and kept me interested all the way through. Happy to subscribe!
I can't believe you're on the WOTW tour! I met Chris Spedding years ago when he did a seminar at my college. Absolutely adore that album and I've seen the arena tour before
@@PaulBondMusic yup man got it... Download your presets. Created some of my own. This Unit is fun. But when I'm using the looper over drums then it's lagging. Not sure if it's my unit or a valeton thing
Thanks for this follow-up video. I just purchased a GP-200 as an upgrade to my good ole Zoom G1Xfour mutli-FX pedal. Can't wait to see what this thing can do !!!
@@PaulBondMusic the Valeton GP200 is vastly superior to the zoom G1Xfour in tone and most other respects - I was surprised how bad the rhythm / drums sound on the Valeton, I mean how hard is it to find good midi tones or samples these days ?!?!? Beyond that, the Valeton has replaced the zoom on my pedal board - in fact, I even built a new pedal board with the GP200 as the center piece - back to the question of tone, yes the Valeton GP200 sounds fabulous live and recorded 👍
So great to hear your thoughts on the Valeton after 6 months. I've recently got the GP 200 and its got some amazing sounds in it. I'm still dialing things in but it blows previous multi pedals I've tried right out the water. Love the channel and looking forward to more reviews.
The thing is that you need to know what everything is used for and I believe that you will get a great sound from everything! That is the problem, we don't know how to handle it and you knows exactly what to do with it and then the tone is perfect! But for us struggling guitar players, it sounds good out of the box and you can get really good tone out of it! It is just that you need to know what you are doing! Anyway, saw some other clips from you and, god damned, your voice, guitar playing and so on is good! Spotify? What should I search for? Really like the positive aura about your videos, can't wait for the next one!
Why are you only on 2.9k subscriptions? Your informed commentaries are a breath of fresh air and are vastly superior to many hugely-subscribed reviewers
I totally agree that Paul should have a lot of more subscribers! As I feel is this is a totally honest review/'talk about' that he actually really likes it...
I was watching some videos about this multi fx because I’m starting my band finally and I was looking for something I could use to record and also to play live so I ordered this today in the morning. Now I think I just bought the best piece of gear in the world. Can’t wait to have it in my hands.
Best review I have seen, thanks for it. In my country (brazil) everything comes at 3 times the price because of taxes and transport fees so it's a big investment to get one and there is no perfect model, most of them trade blows in simple things like: Volume just for the headphone. Since I want a multi-effect for bass guitar only and to play inside the hose this one will do, or the boss for bass or zoom for bass. I wish they had more basses to choose.
I'm really glad to hear that my Valeton GP 200 content has helped you! I'll definitely be sharing more tips and tricks to help you master this unit. Stay tuned!
i was about forget this brand since seeing much youtuber review said it garbage but your 6 months experience made me think twice to consider especially seeing market place for this one!!
This is on my to buy list. I never bring my amp home after practice so rarely get the time to fiddle with settings. I'll be able to work at home on this and perfect my tone!
Thanks, mate. Your review pushed me off the fence and I ordered one (but did it halfway through the video and didn't realize you had an affiliate link - sorry!). Cheers!
a 0-to-1, 20-30 minute video that explains the mindset of mastering, what do you normally listen for, what's the point and end-result, how much nuance is really required?, how to test it, etc...
Fully agree! Such a great pedal for so little money. I play since 35 years and am still amazed by the quality of the sounds - especially the amps are state of the art. the Pedals could be better but over they are absoluetly usable. I use the GP-200 with 2 DV Mark Power Cabs. The Speaker Simulation off of course when using it that way. The stereo effects are amazing trough that setup. Realy gigable. Love it. Share the same feelings as you when talking about that medal. The Soldano. the Mesa Boogies, so many good amps in one box. I will be getting the new Fractal FM3 Turbo and already look forward the 2. There for sure will be some quality differences but I wonder how big they are...(sorry, english is my 3rd language).
@@PaulBondMusic I will. Will be a interesting comparison. The Tonex Pedal (!) must also be a very good unit for little money. So many options nowadays. 👍
I sure would. I don't get anything from Valeton... not even a thank you email ha ha. I just think that it sounds great and is brilliant value for money.
Paul.. You may remember me. George. I had trouble with my right hand finger tip which caused trouble holding a pick. Now sorted thank goodness. I've been playing bluegrass acoustic guitar which I love.. I've not yet got the valeton gp200 but think I will based upon you're 2nd review. I like the connectivity it has.. Anything you review I'd be interested in. I've taught myself home recording but anything you can do about recording I'd watch for sure.. I've got a 4 channel audient interface with 2 JFET inputs on the front.. Rocket 5 monitors and beyherdynamic headphones open and closed back.. I use Mixcraft. Pro studio 9.. Always good to see you... Best wishes George..
Forgot to say I also play alot of electric guitar.. I just bought a telecaster... I've got the NU-X Amp Academy which is OK as its got 12 amp and choptone matching IR.. Enough overdrive EQ and Reverb but no modulation or delay and you use your own delay chorus pedals in an effects loop.. Kinda best of both.. Can also record via usb at 48.00 32 bit.. Or into interface.
@@PaulBondMusic paul Thanks for the reply. I run the amp academy into my in face via usb with IR switched on. Also I run it into 100 WATT power amp and marshal 2x12 celestion speaker cab.. With IR switched OFF. so can record (with IR on) and play with room speaker vibes (IR off) simultaneously.... The clean amp sim I use mostly is fender 65 reverb and the dirty amp sim is would you believe a Soldano.!! Love it.... The IR associated IR are choptones and are great.. Sometimes I switch the Soldano to a 4x12 celestion greenback IR.. Both are great. As you rightly say a small number of amp sims and IR are enough. No need to have 100's of speaker IR.. You just don't need it.. Good luck to you too....
Hey Paul. Awesome review and I’ve now checked out your other videos and they are all great. Clear honest opinions from someone who has had plenty of experience and clearly knows what they are doing. I’m considering something like the Valeton GP200 based on recent gigging experience. Last year I bought myself the BOSS Katana Artist MKll 100W Head and matching 2x12 Waza cabinet. I also purchased BOSS’s GA-FC EX expression pedal which lets you switch between 8 preset channels + whatever is dialled in on the panel and you can also add remove effects to each preset on the fly. It’s a clever piece of kit but, a) I haven’t spent enough time using the software to really dial in my tones and it does tend to sound a bit thin compared to the other guitarist in the band b) They are both large/heavy bits of kit and I’ve been to a few gigs recently where our band have 5 or 6 songs and need to quickly get onstage and setup as the previous band come off. I’ve always played through an amp/cab and had that sound blasting out behind me. I’m wondering what your thoughts are on maybe switching to the Valeton which will make it quick and easy for me to take my sounds onstage. Also, I wonder if the Valeton would work through a passive guitar cabinet, (maybe I could try it through the BOSS cab)? Appreciate your help and keep these sort of videos coming. 🤘😎🎸
Great review! Your experience of gear and recording realy helped me for a secondary solo show and not taking biger and heaver gear. The only thing I'm worried is with an acoustic guitar if i can get that "Feel" and string ambiance sound.. Guess I'll find out. thanks for your imput.
Saw your video today while I was trying to decide between the Line 6 POD Go or something else (I was looking at the Sonicake Matribox ii) - you made me buy the Valeton. Now the wait for shipment begins.
@@PaulBondMusic wow, i mean for the amount of money spent on the Valeton GP-200 - worth it! I’m gigging with it live tonight, my first session after 3 years of rest from the bass guitar. It’s easy to dial in a tone and the signal chain is just so easy to work with. Thanks man!
So for signal chain out of the Valeton goes to what through what are you after that using a DAW OR DOES THIS GO STRAIT INTO YOUR STUDIO SPEAKERS. I use the Soldano SLO Neural DSP 99$ it’s awesome
Foi muito bom assistir esse vídeo. Foi um dos que me ajudou a comprar uma GP 200 LT. Estou muito satisfeito com ela. E, por coincidência (ou não) a simulação de amp que mais gostei e coloquei nos meus presets é do Soldano tb. Ficou lindo o som !!! ❤🎸. Um abraço do Brasil para você!
Fico feliz que você tenha achado meu vídeo útil. O Soldano absolutamente ROCKS! Fique atento aos meus novos vídeos que mostram como eu configuro sons a partir de uma configuração em branco. (Traduzido pelo Google)
I like mine - I have a Helix LT and wanted something smaller. My only complaint so far is that there doesn't appear to be a way to make the foot switches momentary - engage a function, reverb, tremolo, etc., only when the switch is depressed.
I love it too. The looper seems to pop if there is any clipping. Other than that, it’s amazing. I have a helix floor I use at my studio but this thing is amazing.
I run mine in stereo through a Harley Benton Thunder 99 pedal amp, into two single 12" speaker cabs with celestions. No cab sim, and it sounds glorious. Haven't fired up the JCM900 for six months. It's a real blessing not having to lug 20+kg valve amps around.
Ive been looking at the helix LT for a while but coming from a full analog rig (that i understand) going digital has been like learning another language. This is much easier to swallow, price wise, for something so alien to me and now i think this is the way im leaning.
I've never owned a Helix, but from what I've seen, I think you'll find the computer interface WAY more freindly on the Valeton as an analogue chap. You get to twist knobs on the amps and FX on the screen. I'm an analogue dude too. It all just makes much more sense to me.
Picked one up last week, second hand for £240. Really impressed using it at home in my little studio. Need to see how it sounds in the loud practice room and live.
Looking at getting one of these because I'm tired of using luck of the draw Kemper/Helix in a big worship gig. And I'm probably going to get one. BUT, you played in Wayne's War of the Worlds tours !!! Gotta be one of my favorite albums. Thanks for that, too !!
Hey Paul, pleased to report I still have mine and am still gigging it (ok it’s in a church but I still call them gigs!!). I was happy with the 1.2.1 firmware update and the new delays and reverbs, I’d still like the opportunity to stack 2 OD pedals into my favoured amp (the DC-30 clean) but have got by using an OD and a boost or occasionally a compressor, OD and then used the EQ block as the boost. I’ve just seen there is a v1.3.1 firmware but by the looks there is only 1 more drive pedal so I’m not going through the ball ache of updating it just yet! Glad your still happy with yours!
Dumb question from @2:46 in your video; Can you explain how kemper amp profiling differs from importing an IR file to the Valeton. I (wrongly) assumed the 2 things were pretty similar. Many thanks.
So - a profing system like the Kemper 'samples' an amp sound. So you can download the HiWatt that David Gilmour used on Dark Side of The Moon for example. It is a 'sample' of that actual amp. A modelling amp or amp sim, uses algorithms to make a sound-alike of a particular amp. Sometimes a profiler is better ... sometimes not. We have a lot of choices these days.
i have a helix LT, and the other guitarist in my band has valenton gp 200. But the thing is, I am able to dial in very very good tones in my helix and I don't think I will ever use anything else
Can you explain using the 4 cable method with the GP-200? I am trying to run my GP200 through a Mesa boogie with a serial loop and I lose the use of my master volume on the amp when I do. I think I may have the loop setting on the GP200 in the wrong place. Thanks
I personally never have the need for the 'four cable method', so I'm no expert on it. Did you ever figure your problem out? Do you use a Dual/Triple Rectifier? ... I know that there are many settings on the amp which can affect how the send/return system works.
I did figure out what was happening. The gp200 loop was set to parallel, so the overall volume is controlled by the gp200, but the master on my amp was working, just not much change because i had the gp200 down too low. I’m using an express 5:50. It also has to do with the send/return volume on the 200. They come default at zero, so it needs to be adjusted accordingly.
The only downside for me is the lack of a configuration to make presets change on press instead of press/release. I hope valeton updates to add this function!
When I first got the gp200 I was a little unimpressed out of the box , into a high quality set of IEM . After a couple of months , I began really digging at it and demanding what I wanted from it, it does deliver...First and foremost, you must get the onboard global EQ set to taste...after getting all 4 parametric bands set, and getting the hi and low cut cuts set , all of the amp sims sound pretty great....I think from the factory the global input preamp volume is also a little too hot....I have found the amp sims are more of snapshots ,rather than simulations. They don’t maintain a feel or sound very far off from the 50% they come programmed at...However, they do allow a lot of tweaking into what could be mod territory of those amps, which I kind of like..the effects are passable, but honestly could use more tweakabilty...Overall I must agree , that after proper set up , the Valeton stuff sounds and feels really good, and I have become very happy to be its owner...
Yes - you have to get your hands dirty with this device, but if you do, it really starts delivering. I love the computer interface... It makes shaping your sound a breeze.
Totally agree with you.After about over 6 months of weekly pub gigs, the most important thing was the adjustment of the global EQ. High cut and low cut are necessary as well as other EQ corrections. Compared with other high-priced Multi effects, the delay Mod and reverb series may be related to the chip, and there is a gap in quality. But in terms of live performance, the difference is not very big. But its ease of operation is great and intuitive. Honestly at this price point there is nothing to complain about.I hope Valeton can launch higher-end products in the future
Great follow-up review video mate! Your speaking voice is excellent as it reminds me of Neil Gaiman, one of my favorite authors and narrators. I think I am going to pickup a GP 200 for myself now. Really enjoyed the video.
Thanks Joe... I was very VERY disappointed when I tried the software because the reviews of the pedal have been astonishingly good. As I understand it, the sounds should be identical, but I just can't see how they can be. Not in the same leauge as the Valeton, so there must be extra trickery going on in the pedal version... I WILL get one eventually and do a review.
The valeton gp200 and the boss me90. Both have lots of hands on controls, which is exactly what I like. Both sound amazingly good. The boss is more like a pedal board; 2 or 3 or 4 parameters for each effect, nice and simple and incredibly effective. The valeton has more options, but still way fewer than a line6 or Kemper. I can fit both units in a backpack, and I've pretty much got any possible thing I'll ever need without deep dive menus.
I agree with all of the above. I find that I naturally gravitate towards the Valeton (with the connected software) because it's SO quick and easy to dial in a great sound. Quicker than my Kemper which I also love and WAY quicker than the Tonex who's software I don't like at all quite frankly.
I love this little GP 200 sounds amazing for the price. I own alot of gears cheap and expensive and this little monster can do a good job for mw when I use for a little gig anywhere, I go. good video bro.
I like the Soldano on GP200 too, Id like to ask you some tips to how to dial up the 5150, for me it doesnt sound as good as the SLO, Id like some help to dial a Dumble tone too
The Soldano absolutely rocks! To be honest, For me, I've never liked the real 5150 amps!!! (I know - it's sacrilidge!). I was never able to get a pleasing sound out of them, but then again the amp is not aimed at someone like me. I'll have a little look into it... Meanwhile, try the amp called Flagman +2 as an alternative... it''s REALLY good for metal tones. I intend to do more video's dialing in different amp sounds for you to download.
I'm sold. I was just going to settle and buy a Flama fx100 that someone was selling for pretty cheap on market place but i think i will hold out for this.
I just got the Valeton go 200. My guitar playing used to suck but with the valeton, I sound immaculate
Ha ha - it's magic!
Bro said cradle down and trivium earned my trust immediately
Ha ha... I could tell you some stories....!!!!!
@@PaulBondMusicthat’d be awesome to watch sir!
I purchased my GP200 just 2 weeks ago bcoz of your honest review.
I came all the way from old school analog, then went to digital & I absolutely loved it.
Ahh that's great to hear. I can confidently say: You won't be disappointed.
How's it hold up to Helix rack or Hx stomp? I've tried headrush, it didn't compare to the Rack for midi control and most importantly the sound I was used to, I tradi my stomp for a Reverend guitar so I'm in the market for a compact amp modeler thought about the headrush core but at $800 USD and the axe fx stuff is just as expensive Hx stomp xl is about $750 I'm looking at the core for $50 more and I can clone my amps with it, QC is $1600 I could buy 3 of those off brand boards just don't wanna get stuck with it if I don't like it or it don't stand up to the Hx algorithms that I am so used to.
@@fabianvasquezjr8852 he said he doesn't have any experience with the line 6 stuff in the video around the 8th minute.
It's a pleasure to listen to you, Paul! Now I'm going to pick up my valetom gp-200, after your review! Thanks!
Great stuff - regardless if you got it or not, I hope you're making some great music. 😎
I have just ordered the GP 200 LT version of this. This evening, I have been trawling TH-cam trying to prepare myself for it's arrival tomorrow. I am so glad I found your channel. Your enthusiasm and positivity is very refreshing. Just about to check out your other videos. Thanks for sharing your time and experience.
Thank you.
Was about to say the same about the enthusiasm so i‘m just leaving this. Thanks for the video, made my decision.
My GP200LT arrives here tomorrow, also!! I'm sold on it, there needs to be more emphasis on how it works for interface/direct recording. It has a new firmware update out now, also!!
Thanks for the 6mo out review. This is really great because you use in both the studio and live settings and you are selling the sound of a small number of amps that you use heavily and evaluated just as an amp model. Just perfect review information. Now I'm getting mine.
Thanks for the compliment. I hope you are enjoying yours if you got it.
I just got mine last week, very impressed. I love the fact that you can customize every single switch on it.
I was already dead set on a Valeton but your review and professional experience validated what I could only conclude based from other online video sources and what I heard in them. I've listened to all the most popular units around ATM and was set on Valeton which sounds superior, but I was only going to get the GP-100 and will get the 200 instead.
I barely use any modeler's pedals, amps, cabs and mics and even less of the time and depth based effects, but this has so damn many that I shouldn't go on the thin side. Technology is rocketing along and an entry level model won't keep me up to speed.
Thanks Jon - we are SO lucky these days with the choices that we have for such amazing technology. I still firmly believe that nothing comes close to the GP200 in this price bracket... OR in higher price brackets come to that.
Thanks Paul for the follow up, your review and insights are super appreciated. Keep up the good work.
Thanks I really do appreciate your comment. It spurs me on...
Great video, thanks - your first Valeton video is why i bought one and love it as well.
Your voice sounds wonderful. Total ASMR. Your audio expertise really shows. Tips and tricks would be a great shout for newbies. How to connect, types of DAW, are they all created equal etc etc. Subscribed.
Thanks so much - I've been told I should do ASMR before ... I should start a channel!
Yes, the connection thing comes up a lot. I should do that.
I’ll be ordering this. I’ve sen both your videos on this, I’ve never seen anyone so sincere about any product ever so I’m going for it. I was going to put a boss get 1000 on layaway and after hearing your review I can no longer justify the expense :) thank you.
I used to drag my Triple X and pedal board to practice. When I showed up to practice a little early with the power amp, hooked everything to the 4x12 I leave there and spent a few minutes fine tuning the prest I made at home. My drummer was like "bro, that sounds great". When the rest of the guys came walking in they thought I had been replaced by a doppelganger. But when we fit that first lick everyone had smiles on their faces.
I love the options that we have these days... we're SO lucky!
I also use a triple x. Does this have a similar sound setting? What power amp do you use?
@@mysupersuperglide An old Randall RRM 2-120.
Hey Paul, thanks for the follow up, I am so glad to hear you love it. I bought a GP200 about a year ago to replace an old Helix one and I'm extremely pleased with the purchase. It is a peace of mind to hear someone like you with so much knowledge and experience loves it and even consider it good enough to replace your own Kemper. All the best.
We are lucky in this day and age to have SO much choice. Technology today is amazing... All the best to you too. 😎
Same here. Amazing little pedal for not so much money. I use this pedal in Stereo - sounds so good. Esxpecially when using some stereo effects. Im impressed. Play since 35 years. I only could dream of such a tool back in the day. I wish I had such a qualily sound when starting out at 16. my guitars / amps sounded horrible compared to what I got now....
Very nice video...Energetic, personable and HONEST!!! I just sold my Helix and bought the GP200x...Best of luck amigo!
Hey Paul!! Thanks so much for both reviews. You really helped me make the move to the unit and I love it!! Please go into settings!! I look forward to it!! And again, thank you!!
Thank you for your positive feedback!
I can confidently say: You WON'T be disappointed !
All the best
I've got one. And you've settled it for me.
With your kind've experience your are just gonna know.
Thank you.
I have the GP-200LT, and I love it. It can do almost everything that I need. Thanks for the video.
You are more than welcome.
Hi! I got the GP200 last summer, great (I got v-amp pro's with FCB1010, Digitech RP500, Zoom G5, Zoom G3xn, etc). Really great. Played lots of Line6's of friends, never liked any of them. I am so glad I chose JC120 for cleans and Soldano for higain and recently saw your video, saying the same thing, confirming my choice! Thanks for the great video and spot on tips and advice! You are so accurate, down-to-earth and road-proven!
I agree the Soldano sim is awesome.
100%
I have a slew of high end tube amps and most of my analog pedals on my board cost more than the gp200. I picked one up as a practice tool for headphones and opened it last night. I spent about 5 hours straight playing and smiling. It's good, really good. I agree, strip it down to the amp and build from there. I certainly found sounds I didn't like at all, but so many I did. I'm really enjoying this and plan to use it for recording soon. Great value for dollar that's for sure.
I still use mine to this day on pro sessions. Still very happy with it.
Fantastic honest video. Thank you for taking the time to do it!
Awesome review, convinced me to get my first multi effects unit, and its amazing! Thank you.
Hope you still like it... I still use mine on pro sessions.
Love it but I’m no pro lolz just appreciating this device
Playing guitar for 32 years. I bought one simply because I was curious about all the positiive reviews. I figured something must be really cooking in the kitchen to get so many thumbs up. And at it's price point, wasn't concerned about trying it out. In summary, yes I agree, it totally pisses all over all other competing floorboard FX modellers. Even eats my Line 6 Helix and spits it out. I no longer use anything else. They are all redundant now. It is crystal clear, grunty and incredibly realistic with very low latency (unnoticeable), perfect also for live situations direct into PA using IEM's. Sounds absolutely amazing!! 10 out of 10
Thanks for that great feedback. I know that I must sound like I'm paid by Valeton, but I'm not. I'm just amazed that we can get these tones - SO CHEAPLY! We live in great times!
Hi Paul, after watching this and the original review i’ve ordered the GP200, you had me fully convinced when you said it replaced the Kemper and when you said you would use it for a War of the Worlds show. I enjoyed the video too, very well presented and kept me interested all the way through. Happy to subscribe!
Thanks Alex - I do appreciate your comments.
I have the Helix floor the tonex the fractal, boss and digitech 2101. All collecting dust after I bought the Valeton.
I can't believe you're on the WOTW tour! I met Chris Spedding years ago when he did a seminar at my college. Absolutely adore that album and I've seen the arena tour before
Chris is a complete Ledge!
It's such an honour to play on that incredible tour... see you in 2025?
Just bought one after watching yours and Anderson’s videos and as you say, once you start tinkering with the patches it sounds incredible! Thanks! 😊
Nice one John... I hope you are making great music with it.
I'm definitely getting one
Paul. I have been looking for a multi fx for a while now, great video thanks.
Pushes me a bit more towards purchasing one of these.
Thanks paul. Helped in making an important decision. Will be buying this over the weekend
Did you get it in the end?
@@PaulBondMusic yup man got it... Download your presets. Created some of my own. This Unit is fun. But when I'm using the looper over drums then it's lagging. Not sure if it's my unit or a valeton thing
Thanks for this follow-up video. I just purchased a GP-200 as an upgrade to my good ole Zoom G1Xfour mutli-FX pedal. Can't wait to see what this thing can do !!!
Did you notice an improvement in tone?
@@PaulBondMusic the Valeton GP200 is vastly superior to the zoom G1Xfour in tone and most other respects - I was surprised how bad the rhythm / drums sound on the Valeton, I mean how hard is it to find good midi tones or samples these days ?!?!? Beyond that, the Valeton has replaced the zoom on my pedal board - in fact, I even built a new pedal board with the GP200 as the center piece - back to the question of tone, yes the Valeton GP200 sounds fabulous live and recorded 👍
So great to hear your thoughts on the Valeton after 6 months. I've recently got the GP 200 and its got some amazing sounds in it. I'm still dialing things in but it blows previous multi pedals I've tried right out the water. Love the channel and looking forward to more reviews.
I totally agree... thanks for your kind words.
how is its pitch shifting quality? As a Virtual Capo?
Always great when there's a longer term owner review after initial one, thank you for putting this together mate 👍
My pleasure! I still use it!
The thing is that you need to know what everything is used for and I believe that you will get a great sound from everything!
That is the problem, we don't know how to handle it and you knows exactly what to do with it and then the tone is perfect!
But for us struggling guitar players, it sounds good out of the box and you can get really good tone out of it!
It is just that you need to know what you are doing!
Anyway, saw some other clips from you and, god damned, your voice, guitar playing and so on is good!
Spotify? What should I search for?
Really like the positive aura about your videos, can't wait for the next one!
Thank you for this great video, I own the GP200 for one year now, is very easy to use and tweak.
Great to hear!
Why are you only on 2.9k subscriptions? Your informed commentaries are a breath of fresh air and are vastly superior to many hugely-subscribed reviewers
I totally agree that Paul should have a lot of more subscribers!
As I feel is this is a totally honest review/'talk about' that he actually really likes it...
I was watching some videos about this multi fx because I’m starting my band finally and I was looking for something I could use to record and also to play live so I ordered this today in the morning. Now I think I just bought the best piece of gear in the world. Can’t wait to have it in my hands.
Best review I have seen, thanks for it. In my country (brazil) everything comes at 3 times the price because of taxes and transport fees so it's a big investment to get one and there is no perfect model, most of them trade blows in simple things like: Volume just for the headphone.
Since I want a multi-effect for bass guitar only and to play inside the hose this one will do, or the boss for bass or zoom for bass. I wish they had more basses to choose.
Thank you so much I just bought this and subbed to you because of your Valeton GP 200 contents, hope to see more so I will improve learning this unit
I'm really glad to hear that my Valeton GP 200 content has helped you! I'll definitely be sharing more tips and tricks to help you master this unit. Stay tuned!
Love it!! Thanks again for your genuine comments, tips and insights. Got mine (the red version) a week ago and I'm loving it!
Enjoy!… remember to tweak the sounds for your guitar and taste 😎
Thanks for this review, Paul! Much appreciated
i was about forget this brand since seeing much youtuber review said it garbage
but your 6 months experience made me think twice to consider especially seeing market place for this one!!
I'm 14 months in... and I STILL use this unit on professional recordings. It's amazing 😎
thanks for follow up
i would consider much about this product!@@PaulBondMusic
This is on my to buy list. I never bring my amp home after practice so rarely get the time to fiddle with settings. I'll be able to work at home on this and perfect my tone!
Probably going to get this pedal based on this video. What a great presentation. They really should start sending you free stuff! Subscribed 🎉
Love your review, my man. No bullshit edits whatsoever. Subscribed!
Hey I’ve just been thinking to buy it! Glad to find your video. Very nice content. Subscribed
Thanks for the sub!
Hi Paul and thanks for your two videos on the GP 200, just great informative stuff!
Do you have one yourself?
Thanks, mate. Your review pushed me off the fence and I ordered one (but did it halfway through the video and didn't realize you had an affiliate link - sorry!). Cheers!
Hope you enjoy it!
a 0-to-1, 20-30 minute video that explains the mindset of mastering, what do you normally listen for, what's the point and end-result, how much nuance is really required?, how to test it, etc...
Fully agree! Such a great pedal for so little money. I play since 35 years and am still amazed by the quality of the sounds - especially the amps are state of the art. the Pedals could be better but over they are absoluetly usable. I use the GP-200 with 2 DV Mark Power Cabs. The Speaker Simulation off of course when using it that way. The stereo effects are amazing trough that setup. Realy gigable. Love it. Share the same feelings as you when talking about that medal. The Soldano. the Mesa Boogies, so many good amps in one box. I will be getting the new Fractal FM3 Turbo and already look forward the 2. There for sure will be some quality differences but I wonder how big they are...(sorry, english is my 3rd language).
Thanks George, I'd be really interested to get your thoughts about the Valeton vs the Fractal. Do let me know!
@@PaulBondMusic I will. Will be a interesting comparison. The Tonex Pedal (!) must also be a very good unit for little money. So many options nowadays. 👍
Great honest review.. with your approach and experience, companies should be sending you their gear. Well done mate.
Thank you SO much!
Yes they should LOL.... but not even Valeton do, damn them!
Thanks for the review! I just ordered one of these and can't wait to get it!
I hope you're getting on well with it.
Great to hear the opinion of an experienced producer. I'm pretty sure you would only give credit where it's due!
I sure would. I don't get anything from Valeton... not even a thank you email ha ha. I just think that it sounds great and is brilliant value for money.
Paul.. You may remember me. George.
I had trouble with my right hand finger tip which caused trouble holding a pick. Now sorted thank goodness. I've been playing bluegrass acoustic guitar which I love..
I've not yet got the valeton gp200 but think I will based upon you're 2nd review. I like the connectivity it has..
Anything you review I'd be interested in.
I've taught myself home recording but anything you can do about recording I'd watch for sure.. I've got a 4 channel audient interface with 2 JFET inputs on the front.. Rocket 5 monitors and beyherdynamic headphones open and closed back.. I use Mixcraft. Pro studio 9..
Always good to see you...
Best wishes
George..
Forgot to say I also play alot of electric guitar.. I just bought a telecaster... I've got the NU-X Amp Academy which is OK as its got 12 amp and choptone matching IR.. Enough overdrive EQ and Reverb but no modulation or delay and you use your own delay chorus pedals in an effects loop.. Kinda best of both.. Can also record via usb at 48.00 32 bit.. Or into interface.
Hi George - yes I remember... Glad to hear that your finger is better!
It looks good... I've never tried one... make some great music with it George 😎
@@PaulBondMusic paul
Thanks for the reply. I run the amp academy into my in face via usb with IR switched on. Also I run it into 100 WATT power amp and marshal 2x12 celestion speaker cab.. With IR switched OFF. so can record (with IR on) and play with room speaker vibes (IR off) simultaneously.... The clean amp sim I use mostly is fender 65 reverb and the dirty amp sim is would you believe a Soldano.!! Love it.... The IR associated IR are choptones and are great.. Sometimes I switch the Soldano to a 4x12 celestion greenback IR.. Both are great. As you rightly say a small number of amp sims and IR are enough. No need to have 100's of speaker IR.. You just don't need it..
Good luck to you too....
Hey Paul. Awesome review and I’ve now checked out your other videos and they are all great. Clear honest opinions from someone who has had plenty of experience and clearly knows what they are doing.
I’m considering something like the Valeton GP200 based on recent gigging experience.
Last year I bought myself the BOSS Katana Artist MKll 100W Head and matching 2x12 Waza cabinet. I also purchased BOSS’s GA-FC EX expression pedal which lets you switch between 8 preset channels + whatever is dialled in on the panel and you can also add remove effects to each preset on the fly.
It’s a clever piece of kit but,
a) I haven’t spent enough time using the software to really dial in my tones and it does tend to sound a bit thin compared to the other guitarist in the band
b) They are both large/heavy bits of kit and I’ve been to a few gigs recently where our band have 5 or 6 songs and need to quickly get onstage and setup as the previous band come off.
I’ve always played through an amp/cab and had that sound blasting out behind me.
I’m wondering what your thoughts are on maybe switching to the Valeton which will make it quick and easy for me to take my sounds onstage.
Also, I wonder if the Valeton would work through a passive guitar cabinet, (maybe I could try it through the BOSS cab)?
Appreciate your help and keep these sort of videos coming.
🤘😎🎸
Brilliant, I reckon this will be good in my collection
Great review! Your experience of gear and recording realy helped me for a secondary solo show and not taking biger and heaver gear. The only thing I'm worried is with an acoustic guitar if i can get that "Feel" and string ambiance sound.. Guess I'll find out. thanks for your imput.
Thanks Brian... Did you get one in the end?
Saw your video today while I was trying to decide between the Line 6 POD Go or something else (I was looking at the Sonicake Matribox ii) - you made me buy the Valeton. Now the wait for shipment begins.
You must have it by now. How are you getting on?
@@PaulBondMusic wow, i mean for the amount of money spent on the Valeton GP-200 - worth it! I’m gigging with it live tonight, my first session after 3 years of rest from the bass guitar. It’s easy to dial in a tone and the signal chain is just so easy to work with. Thanks man!
Thanks for this video, I went and bought one based on this, really enjoying it! Especially the soldano model!
I'm still loving mine! Hope you are too.
So for signal chain out of the Valeton goes to what through what are you after that using a DAW OR DOES THIS GO STRAIT INTO YOUR STUDIO SPEAKERS. I use the Soldano SLO Neural DSP 99$ it’s awesome
So - you hear me recording through my Audio Interface and into my Digital Audio Workstation.
Foi muito bom assistir esse vídeo. Foi um dos que me ajudou a comprar uma GP 200 LT. Estou muito satisfeito com ela. E, por coincidência (ou não) a simulação de amp que mais gostei e coloquei nos meus presets é do Soldano tb. Ficou lindo o som !!! ❤🎸. Um abraço do Brasil para você!
Fico feliz que você tenha achado meu vídeo útil.
O Soldano absolutamente ROCKS!
Fique atento aos meus novos vídeos que mostram como eu configuro sons a partir de uma configuração em branco.
(Traduzido pelo Google)
I like mine - I have a Helix LT and wanted something smaller. My only complaint so far is that there doesn't appear to be a way to make the foot switches momentary - engage a function, reverb, tremolo, etc., only when the switch is depressed.
Great vid Paul!
Cheers Dave
Awesome thanks for the video, this is one unit I’ve been looking into
Is there a way to totally bypass amp/cab modeling? I just want a pedal with effects and no modeling.
I love it too. The looper seems to pop if there is any clipping. Other than that, it’s amazing.
I have a helix floor I use at my studio but this thing is amazing.
Yes - gain staging in the digital realm is super-important to avoid pops and clicks.
I bought mine yesterday, thank you for the tips❤️🎸
That's great!
I hope you use it as much as I do... still to this day
@@PaulBondMusic im using right now with my band🎸🔥
I was already leaning towards getting the gp 200 but i think you’ve just sold me.
Did you get one in the end?
This was really useful, thank you :D Ordered mine yesterday!
Hope you enjoy it!
I run mine in stereo through a Harley Benton Thunder 99 pedal amp, into two single 12" speaker cabs with celestions. No cab sim, and it sounds glorious. Haven't fired up the JCM900 for six months. It's a real blessing not having to lug 20+kg valve amps around.
It's a game-changer isn't it!
Using a couple of amps and 3-4 IRs....great advice!! Too much selection can be confusing. Find YOUR sound and go from there!! Great unit
100% People can get overwhelmed by too many choices.
Ok this has got me curious to wonder if I should audition one to see how it compares to my Positive Grid Spark which I like a whole lot…
I’ve ordered one on the back of this vid! Cheers from Blackpool
I am confident that you won't be disappointed! ... You must have it by now. What do you think?
Ive been looking at the helix LT for a while but coming from a full analog rig (that i understand) going digital has been like learning another language. This is much easier to swallow, price wise, for something so alien to me and now i think this is the way im leaning.
I've never owned a Helix, but from what I've seen, I think you'll find the computer interface WAY more freindly on the Valeton as an analogue chap.
You get to twist knobs on the amps and FX on the screen. I'm an analogue dude too. It all just makes much more sense to me.
Awesome video I just bought this foot pedal today GP200 and have the GP100 also really enjoyed your videos! Thank you 👍😎🔥🎸🤘
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that you're enjoying the videos and that you've picked up the GP200. Happy playing!
Picked one up last week, second hand for £240. Really impressed using it at home in my little studio. Need to see how it sounds in the loud practice room and live.
I hope it's panning out for you.
Looking at getting one of these because I'm tired of using luck of the draw Kemper/Helix in a big worship gig. And I'm probably going to get one. BUT, you played in Wayne's War of the Worlds tours !!! Gotta be one of my favorite albums. Thanks for that, too !!
Did you end up getting one? I still use mine almost every day... and it WILL be on The War Of The Worlds tour next year. Ulllllllllaaaaaaaaah
Hey Paul, pleased to report I still have mine and am still gigging it (ok it’s in a church but I still call them gigs!!). I was happy with the 1.2.1 firmware update and the new delays and reverbs, I’d still like the opportunity to stack 2 OD pedals into my favoured amp (the DC-30 clean) but have got by using an OD and a boost or occasionally a compressor, OD and then used the EQ block as the boost. I’ve just seen there is a v1.3.1 firmware but by the looks there is only 1 more drive pedal so I’m not going through the ball ache of updating it just yet!
Glad your still happy with yours!
Glad to hear you’re still using it… I’ve not updated mine yet either!
Dumb question from @2:46 in your video; Can you explain how kemper amp profiling differs from importing an IR file to the Valeton. I (wrongly) assumed the 2 things were pretty similar. Many thanks.
So - a profing system like the Kemper 'samples' an amp sound. So you can download the HiWatt that David Gilmour used on Dark Side of The Moon for example. It is a 'sample' of that actual amp.
A modelling amp or amp sim, uses algorithms to make a sound-alike of a particular amp. Sometimes a profiler is better ... sometimes not.
We have a lot of choices these days.
I have the red colored model. I love it. I plug straight into my marshall dsl 40 effects loop and it has everything i would ever need.
Great value for money isn't it!
i have a helix LT, and the other guitarist in my band has valenton gp 200.
But the thing is, I am able to dial in very very good tones in my helix and I don't think I will ever use anything else
I'm a firm believer that "If it ain't broke - don't fix it".
Just make great music!
I’ve been curious about this one. Good overview; thx!
Thank you
Muchísimas gracias por tus videos, saludos desde España!! 😉😉
I liked the GP 200 so much, I bought two of them for my band TimeWhys.
I still love mine - studio and live. It's never skipped a beat.
Could you post some of your presets for the GP200 please?
There WILL be more on the way...😎
I feel the same, it just goes into the effects loop of my 5150 now, not touched anything else since i bought the GP200 last year. nice review 😎
Yes - I used it for one gig in an FX loop and it was great!
Can you explain using the 4 cable method with the GP-200? I am trying to run my GP200 through a Mesa boogie with a serial loop and I lose the use of my master volume on the amp when I do. I think I may have the loop setting on the GP200 in the wrong place. Thanks
I personally never have the need for the 'four cable method', so I'm no expert on it.
Did you ever figure your problem out?
Do you use a Dual/Triple Rectifier? ... I know that there are many settings on the amp which can affect how the send/return system works.
I did figure out what was happening. The gp200 loop was set to parallel, so the overall volume is controlled by the gp200, but the master on my amp was working, just not much change because i had the gp200 down too low. I’m using an express 5:50.
It also has to do with the send/return volume on the 200. They come default at zero, so it needs to be adjusted accordingly.
The only downside for me is the lack of a configuration to make presets change on press instead of press/release. I hope valeton updates to add this function!
Others have commented that using a separate midi controller does this, but it rather defeats the object of having such a compact, all in one unit.
It will be cool if you make a Video where you make some tones on the valeton. Thx
Hope fully you've checked out some of my other video's where I do just that.
Made my patches (4x for bass) I want to know how to assign them to a the Footswitch, A to D? Can you explain?
Did you figure it out? ... I always use the software with the Valeton connected to my Mac. You just save it to a patch ID e.g. 42-B
I'm having such a hard time making a good metal tone with the Valeton. Can you please do a tutorial for some moder metal sounds?
Yes - I've had a few requests for this.
I'm not really a metal player, so you'll have to forgive my chops when I eventually get around to it!
choptones has very good sounding ir's for the valeton 200/200lt
When I first got the gp200 I was a little unimpressed out of the box , into a high quality set of IEM . After a couple of months , I began really digging at it and demanding what I wanted from it, it does deliver...First and foremost, you must get the onboard global EQ set to taste...after getting all 4 parametric bands set, and getting the hi and low cut cuts set , all of the amp sims sound pretty great....I think from the factory the global input preamp volume is also a little too hot....I have found the amp sims are more of snapshots ,rather than simulations. They don’t maintain a feel or sound very far off from the 50% they come programmed at...However, they do allow a lot of tweaking into what could be mod territory of those amps, which I kind of like..the effects are passable, but honestly could use more tweakabilty...Overall I must agree , that after proper set up , the Valeton stuff sounds and feels really good, and I have become very happy to be its owner...
Yes - you have to get your hands dirty with this device, but if you do, it really starts delivering.
I love the computer interface... It makes shaping your sound a breeze.
Totally agree with you.After about over 6 months of weekly pub gigs, the most important thing was the adjustment of the global EQ. High cut and low cut are necessary as well as other EQ corrections. Compared with other high-priced Multi effects, the delay Mod and reverb series may be related to the chip, and there is a gap in quality. But in terms of live performance, the difference is not very big. But its ease of operation is great and intuitive. Honestly at this price point there is nothing to complain about.I hope Valeton can launch higher-end products in the future
Great follow-up review video mate! Your speaking voice is excellent as it reminds me of Neil Gaiman, one of my favorite authors and narrators. I think I am going to pickup a GP 200 for myself now. Really enjoyed the video.
Thanks for your compliments Yogi - I shall check out Neil Gaiman.
Yes, but how is Valeton's pitch shifting quality?
If I ever use pitch shifting, I only ever use ocatves and it works a treat.
Hi Paul nice review. You really should do a review of the tonex pedal. TH-cam is crying out for an honest independent review of that unit. Cheers mate
Thanks Joe... I was very VERY disappointed when I tried the software because the reviews of the pedal have been astonishingly good. As I understand it, the sounds should be identical, but I just can't see how they can be. Not in the same leauge as the Valeton, so there must be extra trickery going on in the pedal version...
I WILL get one eventually and do a review.
The valeton gp200 and the boss me90. Both have lots of hands on controls, which is exactly what I like. Both sound amazingly good. The boss is more like a pedal board; 2 or 3 or 4 parameters for each effect, nice and simple and incredibly effective. The valeton has more options, but still way fewer than a line6 or Kemper. I can fit both units in a backpack, and I've pretty much got any possible thing I'll ever need without deep dive menus.
I agree with all of the above.
I find that I naturally gravitate towards the Valeton (with the connected software) because it's SO quick and easy to dial in a great sound. Quicker than my Kemper which I also love and WAY quicker than the Tonex who's software I don't like at all quite frankly.
I love this little GP 200 sounds amazing for the price. I own alot of gears cheap and expensive and this little monster can do a good job for mw when I use for a little gig anywhere, I go. good video bro.
Thanks mate - I still think that nothing comes close to the GP200 for the money.
I like the Soldano on GP200 too, Id like to ask you some tips to how to dial up the 5150, for me it doesnt sound as good as the SLO, Id like some help to dial a Dumble tone too
The Soldano absolutely rocks!
To be honest, For me, I've never liked the real 5150 amps!!! (I know - it's sacrilidge!). I was never able to get a pleasing sound out of them, but then again the amp is not aimed at someone like me. I'll have a little look into it... Meanwhile, try the amp called Flagman +2 as an alternative... it''s REALLY good for metal tones.
I intend to do more video's dialing in different amp sounds for you to download.
I'm sold. I was just going to settle and buy a Flama fx100 that someone was selling for pretty cheap on market place but i think i will hold out for this.