What I miss on most preamp pedal demos is demoing how well it takes other pedals. Let’s say you want to go a bit heavier or for some other color and want to put a distortion pedal in front, a fuzz or whatever. Since those pedals are qualified for being a key component for nicely portable rigs - no Amp and cab, just a pedalboard - why not demo them like that? Beside that the demo itself was nice. It’s an awesome pedal.
Everyday I watch KSR videos counting down the days until my amp is finished. Every video I see gets me more and more psyched. The downside is now I want a Juno and a Ceres.
i love all the pre amp pedals these days, but i miss rack mount gear. i have two racks in the home studio for a reason. hate tripping over all the shit on the floor. lol.
Woah this is freaking awesome and with the KSR Eros boost you have metal nirvana pair with the smaller KSR power tube amp and small cab for ultimate portable touring rig. Expensive but still less than a KSR amp.
Thank you for demoing this unit. I am highly considering it paired with a Mooer Radar as an alternative to something like an AX8 or similar floor solution. The inclusion of a clean channel is something I don’t see in many of the high gain options. It’s a welcome sight here.
Oh my god. I adore this pedal. I’ve not heard an overdrive so good in a long time. But which power amp should I get a long with it!? The Orange Pedal Baby?
Don't get the Orange power amps. The versatility just ain't there imho. Seymour Duncan's power stage line are great, and Quilter are what me and my bandmate use for playing live.
Okay, question for all the other Ceres fans. I just purchased a used KSR Ceres. I was told it was the first edition from 2020 I believe. So, my question is obvious... Is there a huge difference between my supposed first edition Ceres and the newer versions?
Can somebody tell me exactly the distinction between a distortion pedal and a preamp pedal? Can I use a preamp pedal without anything else but a clean Channel and get distortion?
Question: did anybody try to use this pedal for line recording, i.e. : pedal -> audio interface -> amp vst -> cab (ir impulse). if yes, what're your thoughts? Is it possible to bypass preamp section in a virtual amp if it makes any sense though. What vst plugins did you use: amp, cab / ir impulses, mic and etc.
i got the same problem :D hx stomp got all these stuff inside and IRs but ceres got that something in tone and u got all pots and can change tone, levels faster than in hx stomp enter edit etc. which is essential when doing sound check before concerts. Damn i dont know
what's the feel knob do? what's the mode knob do? can we hear these with and without a boost? the videos are short so no one gets bored, but it's too little to sell me on this product.
I've got a noob question. How do you connect stuff directly to the power section of an amp? Is it through the FX loop return? If so, is it safe to use regular guitar cables to connect both ends?
@@jacoobyslaps I mean that's not bad though the PD is pretty versatile between different gate attack and bright settings. I don't think the ceres really needs a boost though so drive at 0.
@@jacoobyslaps i understand that. im saying if this is basically a preamp, then i dont see any reason why solid state amps shouldnt sound way better than they do. you would think since theyve gotten so good at building preamp circuits for pedals, they could just use the same circuits in solid state amps
guitarboy4000000 Ah. Gotcha. Modern solid state amps sound pretty good. Take the Orange CR range. I don’t think anyone is investing the time in them because the market for tube amps is so high. Honestly, I don’t see a reason you couldn’t use this circuitry instead of tubes. There is no reason you can’t make a Bogner Uberschall sound like a Bogner Uberschall with technology we have. It’s possible. But the tech is there.
@@jacoobyslaps I agree the orange or sounds really good, but it doesnt sound exactly like its orange tube counterpart. the evh overdrive, more or less exactly like the big ones, certainly no trace of it sounding solid state. the diezel pedals, exactly like the big boys. this, exactly like a tube amp. i mean if i heard any of those in a mix i would just think like yea standard run of the mill tube amp metal sound. i guess the answer to my question is the companies making the best solid state preamp pedals arent also making ss amps. i know the technology is there, im just waiting for one of these companies to put it together
Or, you could just unplug that silly toy and use the preamp on the 5150. Seriously, what is the use of this thing? You could run it in to a rack-mount power amp, or run it straight in to your interface and use a power amp simulator and cabinet impulse. It’s another option, but I fail to see how it’s any better than other ways of getting heavy tones.
What I miss on most preamp pedal demos is demoing how well it takes other pedals. Let’s say you want to go a bit heavier or for some other color and want to put a distortion pedal in front, a fuzz or whatever. Since those pedals are qualified for being a key component for nicely portable rigs - no Amp and cab, just a pedalboard - why not demo them like that?
Beside that the demo itself was nice.
It’s an awesome pedal.
Thanks for helping me decide, i'm very happy with the Ceres!!
The Caress by Kisser.
Everyday I watch KSR videos counting down the days until my amp is finished. Every video I see gets me more and more psyched. The downside is now I want a Juno and a Ceres.
This pedal has some great tones. I like the fact that it has 3 channels also. The price is pretty good for what the pedal does.
i love all the pre amp pedals these days, but i miss rack mount gear. i have two racks in the home studio for a reason. hate tripping over all the shit on the floor. lol.
Woah this is freaking awesome and with the KSR Eros boost you have metal nirvana pair with the smaller KSR power tube amp and small cab for ultimate portable touring rig. Expensive but still less than a KSR amp.
NOW IT IS ALSO MINE.....YES GUYS... THIS PEDAL IS THE BEST THAT I HEAR ON TIME
Thank you for demoing this unit. I am highly considering it paired with a Mooer Radar as an alternative to something like an AX8 or similar floor solution. The inclusion of a clean channel is something I don’t see in many of the high gain options. It’s a welcome sight here.
That JB in the bridge just sounds massive. Great choice of pickup!
Those were some rad riffs. 🤘👍
Can't wait to get mine!
Known Kyle for over 20 years. He is the man.
@John Kravitz Kyle isn't 55...he's my age like 40...we went to school together...funny now tell me about grandpa at guadal canal
I gotta say Fluff you have always sounded best through KSR stuff. This pedal sounds amazing! I might have to pick one up for my practice rig.
Love that Perry Mason riff. I wanna try that pedal & see how it sounds going ampless.
That sounded good in my sound ears.
its scientifically proven that RGB makes everything better than non RGB equippment.
Sounds cool, I'm still partial to the Revvv G3 though
Oh my god. I adore this pedal. I’ve not heard an overdrive so good in a long time. But which power amp should I get a long with it!? The Orange Pedal Baby?
I know you asked that a year ago, but just in case, I’d suggest the Seymour Duncan Powerstage 170 since it’s small enough to go on your pedalboard :)
Benjamin Girard Haha! Thanks, man! That’s what I ended up with!
Jacob Swigert Haha for real?! Crazy! Haha
Don't get the Orange power amps. The versatility just ain't there imho. Seymour Duncan's power stage line are great, and Quilter are what me and my bandmate use for playing live.
Fryette PS100
Love to see how this compares to the Rev red and blue preamp pedals
i want all 3
Maybe it's how it's mic'd up but this definitely sounds fizzy and non-tube like.. or maybe this pedal just needs a 6L6 power section
Very good tight rhythm tone.
I love the fat bottom end, a lot of modern tones are too thin and tinny for my taste, a fat bottom is important
Okay, question for all the other Ceres fans. I just purchased a used KSR Ceres. I was told it was the first edition from 2020 I believe. So, my question is obvious... Is there a huge difference between my supposed first edition Ceres and the newer versions?
Whoahhh, what tones - really amazing job, Ryan
Wow. Gorgeous riff. I wanted to hear the riff continue but with more bass in the guitar next for the next repeat. Super huge
Nice review, i have that guitar. Love it!
Waiting to get my modded amp
I love the burny logo
Do a mind shattering solo
1:50 was the moment when I hit the like button! Killer sound!
Fantastic sounding pedal!!!
So great Video....do you think the KSR ceres are better as the TWO NOTES LEAD ????
Loved this demo. Keep it up Fluff.
Sposed to b some jumpers in the back of th pedal to switch it to "extra tight" mode...
That's a really cool sounding tune, dude.
Sounds good in the Mix..looks like a killer pedal. Want to try one of these out.
Sick tones. Sick tune. Gotta check out KSR.
Those tones were very enjoyable in my heads sound holes
Ok. Yeah. That tone. That's the one I dream about
It's like a Marshall EVH
Boogie that I always wanted 😍😍😍😍
Wow pretty nice sounding pedal
Using this in the fxloop, I do you use the others pedals in the loop? Reverb/delay etc
Can somebody tell me exactly the distinction between a distortion pedal and a preamp pedal? Can I use a preamp pedal without anything else but a clean Channel and get distortion?
Ooo that sounds nice
Please explain what the 3.5 mm TRs cable plugged in on the top right is for.
You need to face off with Misha on the Apex preamp.
KSR Ceres will smoke APEX. lol
th-cam.com/video/hcB2kWZxCnE/w-d-xo.html
It's been done. See the link above.
@@dewberry3043 I love the precision drive, but it's appalling how muffled and bad the apex sounds.
Holy fuck, that thing rips!
Love it!
This is the perfect pedal if you are after more treble heavy distortion tones, it's just a very expensive pedal.
Nice job dude! Better than Ola!
Amazing Tones !! Now , if I can convince my Wife that I can't live without the CERES . . . . . and I need $ 400 . . . . LoL
Does it matter which channel you’re on for the EVH when just using the power section in this type of application? Thanks!
Suitable to run one of these through a clean fender amp like a twin to cover more tone ground?
Question: did anybody try to use this pedal for line recording, i.e. : pedal -> audio interface -> amp vst -> cab (ir impulse).
if yes, what're your thoughts? Is it possible to bypass preamp section in a virtual amp if it makes any sense though. What vst plugins did you use: amp, cab / ir impulses, mic and etc.
anybody know how the external switching works with this little beast ?? Can you switch between all the channels ??
Debating this or hx stomp. Can't make up my mind. 😫 What would you mean forward to?
i got the same problem :D hx stomp got all these stuff inside and IRs but ceres got that something in tone and u got all pots and can change tone, levels faster than in hx stomp enter edit etc. which is essential when doing sound check before concerts. Damn i dont know
Hopefully you picked this. It sounds way better than any of the modeling in the line 6.
Boss metal zone
Those chugs on the playthrough...
MY KSR IS NOT WORKING no lights.
I bought adapter still not working. Please help me guys.
Dawg reach out to KSR they will help you!
what's the feel knob do? what's the mode knob do? can we hear these with and without a boost? the videos are short so no one gets bored, but it's too little to sell me on this product.
Feel:
Up = Fat, Center = Tight, Down = Thick
Mode:
Up = Ares Crunch, Center = Artemis/Gemini Red Mode, Down = Colossus Lead
Would this be a good pedal for plugging straight into your DAW like I do with my Alpha/Omega by Darkglass? (Only for guitar and not bass)
Still doesn't beat the old 4 knob Landmine Distortion Pedal.
I've got a noob question. How do you connect stuff directly to the power section of an amp? Is it through the FX loop return? If so, is it safe to use regular guitar cables to connect both ends?
@@kylemcdaniel1780 thanks!
Daaaammmn
hey man nice shot! ; ^ )
How are you bypassing the Preamp on the EVH?
Plug the guitar in the pedal and the pedal out into the fx loop of the amp.
I'm not bragging but I pursed perfect clean and Kyle noticed...
Huge sounding pedal!
The start of that riff was total spoonman
Crossed with Filter
TH-cam needs a "I just jizzed in my pants" button...
Does this work with horizon precision drive?
It‘lol make it sound like a Precision Drive...
@@jacoobyslaps I mean that's not bad though the PD is pretty versatile between different gate attack and bright settings. I don't think the ceres really needs a boost though so drive at 0.
Can u play this through a spider jam amp tho if u were to plug it into the aux instead of guitar input
TOP Demais 👏👏👏
The day one of these “amp in a box” pedals have a foot switchable effect loop.... GAME OVER
Kyle McDaniel I just looked it up 💯 it does. I need to see if it’s up to pair with the BE-OD or Apex.
The amptweaker pedals have fx loops
Thing's tighter than my ex
If this pedal is solid state, why cant solid state amps just have the circuits from pedals in their preamp sections
guitarboy4000000 because it’s a Preamp in pedal form. Not an effects pedal.
@@jacoobyslaps i understand that. im saying if this is basically a preamp, then i dont see any reason why solid state amps shouldnt sound way better than they do. you would think since theyve gotten so good at building preamp circuits for pedals, they could just use the same circuits in solid state amps
guitarboy4000000 Ah. Gotcha. Modern solid state amps sound pretty good. Take the Orange CR range. I don’t think anyone is investing the time in them because the market for tube amps is so high. Honestly, I don’t see a reason you couldn’t use this circuitry instead of tubes. There is no reason you can’t make a Bogner Uberschall sound like a Bogner Uberschall with technology we have. It’s possible. But the tech is there.
@@jacoobyslaps I agree the orange or sounds really good, but it doesnt sound exactly like its orange tube counterpart. the evh overdrive, more or less exactly like the big ones, certainly no trace of it sounding solid state. the diezel pedals, exactly like the big boys. this, exactly like a tube amp. i mean if i heard any of those in a mix i would just think like yea standard run of the mill tube amp metal sound. i guess the answer to my question is the companies making the best solid state preamp pedals arent also making ss amps. i know the technology is there, im just waiting for one of these companies to put it together
Get it!..but I have a Kemper..get it!. but I have a Kemper..find a way damn it!!
Kahler is better than Floyd rose
Bigsby is better than both
Sir_Gringo_Productions ha ha you wish
Or, you could just unplug that silly toy and use the preamp on the 5150. Seriously, what is the use of this thing? You could run it in to a rack-mount power amp, or run it straight in to your interface and use a power amp simulator and cabinet impulse. It’s another option, but I fail to see how it’s any better than other ways of getting heavy tones.
You wont understand . Only gear heads can relate.
Because it's compact and light and lots of people are going towards pedalboard rigs nowadays?