Peavey Vypyr X2 and X3 (Quick Comparison)
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- Here's a quick comparison of the Peavey Vypyr X2 and the Vypyr X3. though they come from the same line, they are different animals. After watching the video, I think the X3 may have hit the mic on the camera a little too hard. It sounds muted, but it's the mic auto leveling against the signal. Really dig both amps, though!
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Awesome playing! Especially that Testament riff!
Thanks you!
Seems like they smoothed over some of the 'fizziness' that im not crazy about on some peavey amps. That x3 actually sounds damn good taking into account its just a youtube video. Nice job. Great vids
Yeah... the X3 sounds the most natural of all the Vypyrs. More crunch, less fizz
Fantastic.
I heard one with a warehouse v30 speaker in it and it sounded killer
legend...there's no good demos of these Amps online currently except your last one and the peavey promo. I'm tossing up between a X2 or X3 and now hearing it, the X3 is dramatic improvement..I would have loved to hear you use the power sponge attenuation dial on this amp, as well as run an acoustic through it.
Both sound pretty good. I am surprised Peavey didn't push this amp more. There are no decent demos except this. I would have bought one for my son!
Thanks! I'm excited the amps are finally in. They have a ton of features, just like the previous generation, plus a better overall tone.
Sounds good, especially the X3. I haven't owned a Peavey amp in years but I may have to look into this one.
They're pretty cool. Quite a jump from the old Peavey practice amps.
im mostly a bedroom player and have never been to picky about my tone. I just bought one an x3, upgrading from an old line 6 spider 3 that I've had since middle school hahahahahahaha. from what I've heard in this video I'm stoked to get it in haha thanks for the demo man!
It'll be an upgrade for sure!
Awesome killer Testament riffs!!!!!!!
I just got my Vypyr X2 that I ordered back in July.....darn good amp! Don't think it'll replace my Marshall on stage....but it's very versatile and has some great sounding amp sims... and it weighs less than my Marshall and I ain't getting any younger, so ya never know 😬👍
GREAT amps for ripping it up at home. My JSX's are my stage amps, but I play the Vypyr X's constantly while noodling, etc.!
I have an X3 on backorder. Can't wait to thrash on it. 🤘
Did you get it and did you like it?
Just got an x2. Thanks for the demo
Cool! Hope the video helped.
@@benchristopher76 it’s did. I like how you can make your own sound. It’s very cool. Again thanks for the demo
we have difficulties to found videos on New Peavey Vypyr X amp.... and today, Line 6 came with their new amp line, Catalyst... and many videos already today!
I got the X3, and peavey did a great job with this. The build quality is solid, pots are super smooth, the sound is greater, British amp does stellar acdc , best 5150 modelling, xxx sounds exactly like xxx. peavey model their own Amps awesomely. app works well, loud as hell, Bluetooth works only when Jack is plugged into the app, but music sounds great..again is loud as PA system.You need a pin in the manual 7878 to connect to the amp. Can't wait to break the speaker in more. App works flawlessly even if is looks a little primative, it controls the amp perfectly without having to bend down to change it. Love it. Black plate is a finger print magnet, but who cares. No manual, only online.
Is this amp still usable at home, like a practice amp? Does it sound decent at low levels? Thanks!
@@TheLinuxExperience It comes with a Power Sponge, so it should. You should be able to get high gain at lower volumes without sacrificing power tube volume. Other Peavey X models don't have this feature, and thus forcing you to use the Master Volume at max in order not to sacrifice power tube volume.
Definitely picking up an x3...Like you said,wish they had a 212 or was able to plug into a cabinet!
Totally!
No Cabinet Output ????? thats crazy. thats a dealbreaker for me
Maybe it was a difference in mic placement but the x2 sounded louder and clearer.
To my ears the X2 sounds way better, it has a depth while the x3 sounds flat and one dimensional. Its not only your videos its on all of the videos I have seen. I am disappointed that in one of the highest gain amps out there I could not find a noise gate in it, but for sound I cant find anything solid state that touches that X2. Thank your for your videos.
Thanks for watching, I'm glad these demos help other guitarists find the info they need without having to buy the amps themselves.
@@benchristopher76 Hey Ben thank *you*. Without your video I would have gotten the Catalyst and been very unhappy. The Catalyst would have been sitting in a corner collecting dust as I watched X2 videos. Blessings to you man.
X2 All the way! Sounds like the record:)
Hell yeah, Testament - Over The Wall \m/. Happened to get the X2 today, but they didn't have the X3, i got a deal
X3's have been hard to get. I'm in line for a shipment when they come in. I only had 2-3 days with the first batch before they sold out.
Amazing playing⚡⚡x3👍
Thank you!
@@benchristopher76 8:14/18 Wow that sounds soo saxophoney, for 400$! It's really frustrating that they don't want to put it in a floorboard or rack! Something always gotta suck with these modeling companies aaaaarrrgggghhh!!!!!! gdgdgdgdgd!!!!!
I wouldn't mind if they did it in a 3-400 watt head....
Like a Randall V2, but Peavey style
@@benchristopher76 It X3 does legato really well it seems with good tight bottom end great for palm muting and less fizzy frequencies than X2. No plasticy tone like most modelers, terrible uhhgg.
I had a Peavey XXL + Carvin Column 4x12 on Celestion G12T-75 and it was the best thing i ever heard. We can't find Peavey XXL from USA now and we need to take Peavey only from China - but this sound is really awesome here in video both of them. Such a shame it's not the same and it's really differently - now i don't know which one to buy to home xD...
I still have an XXL. Great solid state head!
@@benchristopher76 I sold peavey xxl head, and after a year and a half, the same guy bought a loudspeaker from me, because he couldn't find such a perfect sound for this head anywhere. Carvin with his G12T-75 was so perfect to peavey's that i never imagine.
Now after 3 years of break making music i'm thinking about boss katana 100 / boss katana artist 100 (more expensive) and of course vypyr x3. which one U prefer for metal gain?
@@Arcziwwy Vypyr x3
X3 took me a couple days to get hang of using the settings. I read no instructions and the digital read out and changing presents, effects, etc. was a bit confusing and was really pissing me off until I understood it. So, anyone looking to buy one maybe consider learning about settings on X3 so you won't be annoyed day1 trying to figure out how to find tone you're looking for!
As a player who's a intermediate player, I just bought the X3. I wanted something nicer than starter gear. Reason I bought x3? the metal/lead gain is good in terms of its direct competition. I wanted a nice cabinet, nice head, and nice pedal, and I knew what I wanted but those items combined put me over my price point. I felt cheap $200 amp and $200 cabinet would have been a waste of money personally this X3 sounded better than cabinet and $200 amp I was looking at plus this combo amp feel will survive me a long time, atleast for practicing, I bought the $400 12" model X3, and it does what I need it to do for now.
what does abst mean on the x3 inst/stomp area it would be nice if the abbreviations had an explanation
Was there a volume drop on the x3? The x2 sounds fantastic, but when switched to the x3 it sounded "lifeless"
The camera mic buffered the amp too hard. Sometimes I struggle to find that sweet spot where the video doesn't squash the sound when I'm doing amp demos. If it's too loud, the camera squashes the sound. In the room, the X3 has a ton of life and nice, organic mids.
I’m stuck between choosing the vypyr x3 or the boss katana artist for my first practice amplifier.
To me the X2 sounds better in the video but I prefer the X3 and am hoping it will sound as good in person for lack of better words. Do the Sanpera pedals work with these amps? If so which ones; Sanpera 1, II or the Pro foot controller? Hoping the II works. Gotta get one of these amps!
The Sanpera 1 and 2 pedals work with the X1, X2, & X3.
If you're going to go with either of the Sanperas, I would recommend the Sanpera 2. It's easier to access all the functions vs. the Sanpera 1.
@@benchristopher76 Thank you, I already have a Sanpera II from my VIP 3. Does the Sanpera Pro work with these amps? I noticed Peavey discontinued it.
@@JamminJerseyRocker I haven't had a chance to try, but my guess would be it doesn't.
I just received the X2 today from AMS because of your vids. I like the sound of the X2 better in your vid than the X3. The X2 sounds tighter to me. Probably because of the smaller enclosure? I wish I knew your exact dirty settings for the X2. It sounds like you prefer the X2. Is that correct? Either way,great amps for the money during these crazy expensive times
I basically turned the amps on and switched to the model I like... Usually the 6505 or 6534. I don't think I did much, if anything, to the eq.
@@benchristopher76 Thank you Ben. I will spend some good time with it this long weekend and try to dial in a great dirty tone
@@benchristopher76 what model guitar are you using here?
@@LuisMorales-xr1gm Legator Helio SC400
@@benchristopher76 Thanks Ben. I'd never heard of them. I started looking into them but I can't find a dealer other than Pitbull Audio but not in stock. Do you know any other Legator dealer?
Tracking shows my X3 will be here tomorrow!
How do you like the amplifier?
@@xK1S1x it is ok, the different effects are cool to have at your fingertips. Squeals and buzzes at high volume or high power sponge.
I have the x3 and I'm dominantly a metal player. Is there any way to get rid of the buzzing and feedback I get from the high gain tones when playing in a bedroom setting?
Plugging a noisgate in the front of the amp would definately help. You can get them cheap on Amazon for like $40.
It still delivers the goods with way less gain for heavy stuff. I have the 120 tube version and I run my master knob at four. Then just back way off of that tremendous amount of gain that's on tap. Sounds cool at low volume but doesn't work well with a band at loud volume and adds all that noise you don't like. I also have a 6505 and it's known for being noisy, but with the gain at noon or even less, combined with a tube screamer it slays. Super heavy . Matter of fact I don't even use my noise suppressor any longer.
Nice short review and comparison question can a person set the eq on the x3 to sound more like the x2 love x2 sound but the power of the x 3 ?? Thank you
You can dial them closer. The mids are a little more present in the X3, but can be dialed down.
Ya
Great video!
For home playing, metal music with a 7 strings, sometimes in Drop A. Which one you recommend?
I love the X2. It sounds a little more brutal and handles the low frequencies better than the X1.
@@benchristopher76 x2 vs x3? Maybe the x2 again for home playing ?
@@bertssuggests for my money, I'd take the X2 home. Love the 3, but there's a ton of value in the 2.
@@benchristopher76 thank you 🤘
@@benchristopher76 Vypyr X2 or a used Vypyr Pro?
Ordering a x3 next week
They are cool
I think that both amps sound great like you said they each have their place. I personally think the x3 has a bit more of a rounded out warmer tone that the x2. I'd like to see how it reacts with a boss overdrive SD1 in the front. My Marshall valvestate recently gave up on me so I'm looking to replace it. I was looking at the line 6 Catalyst as well but I'm digging the x3 a lot I may be going with the x3
I agree. Love both amps for different things. I think it's amazing what you can get for a few hundred bucks in one unit. I remember chaining cheap amps together, hoarding pedals, and having a ton of stuff just to get a tone I was digging. Now it's all available in single unit formats.
On another note, I loved my Valvestate 8100 and VS100 heads. My 8100 died, I made the mistake of selling my VS100, but I just recently picked up an old Valvestate 65 watt combo that just needs a new power switch.
Does this amp come with a foot controller to switch from clean to distortion?
@@christopherruiz9514 you have to buy the Sanpera 1 or 2 pedals to get footswitchable stuff going. They also give you access to wah & volume pedal control, and the onboard looper.
If you go the Vypyr route, I would highly recommend the Sanpera 2. It adds to the cost of the rig, but makes it quite a bit more fun and functional. It's like having a pedal board you can change at will along with your amp.
Awesome yea I'm feeling the x3 more and having the foot switch would be great if course. You definitely have one of the best demos of these amps on TH-cam that I can find so I wanna thank you for it. It really helped me form my decision on my new amp. I'm gonna miss my Marshall valvestate but let's get with the new !!!. P.s great playing man you shred. 🤟🤟
@@christopherruiz9514 Thanks man! I'm glad the video helped!
Hi.. Can this amp do direct using speaker sim or Direct Box?
I don't believe so.
So I’m looking at getting an X2 as a practice amp for my son who is just learning guitar. I have seen the X2 listed online as 40 watt and 60 watt. It shows 60 watt on the Peavey website. Can anyone tell me for sure which it is...40 watt or 60 watt? Thanks!
60... if I say 40, it's because I'm stock on the previous generation specs
How do these sound compared to the original vypyr 75 from 2008? Worth an upgrade?
They sound warmer and more natural. I've just gotten another 75 in and I dig the tone on these new ones more. I wouldn't mind if a 75-100 watt 212 version of these Vypyr X's came out, but who knows?
🤘Testament 🤘
Someone please tell me, should I get the Vypyr X3 or the Bandit 112 (newest version)?
X3...you'll get more out of it, unless you're just after a 3 channel amp to put pedals in. If you're after a Bandit 112, find one of the Red Stripe versions. Those were some of the best, in my opinion.
@@benchristopher76 Thanks, I really appreciate the advice. I'll probably go with the X3 then.
Beautiful guitar! What color Is?
Thank you! It's a Purple burst
@@benchristopher76 and what Guitar is?
@@jh6008 USA Legator Helio SC-400
Over the Wall!!
Yes!
I have a vypyr x2, only a week old as of July 10, 2022. Worked great. Bought a new sanpera 2 switcher. Plugged it in and the amp has no sound. Unplugged the sanpera and the amp still has no sound. The amp lights up, the pedal lights up, no sound. I did a factory reset after I unplugged the sanpera from the vypyr x2. Still no sound, at all. I checked my cable, it's fine. I tried to use my wireless with it, the wireless is fine. Just no sound no matter what I try.. what gives? I reached out to peavey. And haven't received a response.. pretty unhappy at the moment. I'd hate to have to return it. Killer sounding amp before this happened.
Take it back to where you got it and get it replaced. Could be as simple as a cold solder joint, but it's not worth the trouble trying to fix it since the amp is under warranty.
Hi, can you compare x2 with vypyr x1?
Will do.
Were they each on the exact same amp/ effect setting (with regard to the wattage and cab differences of course) ?? To me, the X2 sounds way more alive, while the X3 has a neutered sterility sound. For example; the X2 sounds like the treble was at like an 8 out of 10, and mid at about 5.5 out of 10 -------while the X3 sounded like treble was at a 4 out of 10, and mid about 7 out of 10. Not that higher treble equates to more liveliness, or better sound, just happens to seem the case here for my ears. I want to like the X3 more, but the X2 sounds like a beast in a box, while the X3 sounds more like a dog in a box. The only 2 immediate complaints that come to mind for both, are 1) Not having a loop function directly from the amp, but instead must use their proprietary pedal in order to access the feature-- It's 2022, seriously how hard was it to implement this simple function without needing pedal? Major thumbs down to them for that. Should be a simple start/ stop button to loop, with maybe a little metronome count beforehand. And 2) the X3 while although having a sleeker LCD screen (albeit super basic looking and function wise for todays technology,) I find it quite annoying to navigate through the amp features VIA the LCD screen and buttons to show/ select what you want. In comparison, with the X2, you can simply twist the knob to exactly where you want to be, as it is visually written around the control interface. Of course this can be negated on both amps if you save your own presets-- but what if you don't want to create and save multiple sound configurations.. The X2 just seems more fluid, and at the twist of a knob, you can darn near instantly have whatever sound it is you're looking for. The X3 however, I don't like having to press multiple buttons multiple times to get to where I want to go.. basically the X2 is faster in terms of seeking out your tones. I'm 99 percent certain I like the X2 much more now for these reasons, and the environment I'll be playing in. However for anything live/ jam session type environments, or playing with a live drummer-- I would choose the X3 over the X2 simply and only for more power/ loudness. But thanks for the vid!!
Same amp model, delay, eq, etc.
I was surprised how different they sounded from one another
Use the ios app, it's a lot easier
What is that guitar? Love it
That's a USA Legator Helio SC-400. I LOVE that guitar. I have it in crimson burst, too.
@@benchristopher76 thanx..gona look into that👍
@@kingarthur1776 they've been out of production a few years, if you can find one, grab it!
If it's not too much of a hassle, can you tell me the exact high gain settings you have on the X2 for this video I love the high gain sound. The X2 seems louder and more upfront. When you switch between the X2 and X3 ,it sounds like the X3 loses power over the X2. The X3 has a more closed sound. Maybe cabinet design/size
Both amps were just fired up and put on the red channel 6505 model. I didn't play with the eq settings at all. They were just what was preset by Peavey.
The X3 hit the camera mic harder. The auto leveling squashed the sound. In the room both amps were plenty loud.
@@benchristopher76 as far as high gain, you being in the room,which to you sounds better?
@@LuisMorales-xr1gm I like the X2 because it's a little more scooped. The X3 would probably cut through a mix better. The X3 definitely has a more natural tone for leads, though.
😂sir how to improve the sound of peavey vypyr x2 there are options that I could ignore thanks😊
What guitar is that? Thanks.
That's a USA Legator Helio SC-4
@@benchristopher76 Thanks Ben, beautiful axe!
@@mikemercer5808 thanks!
X3 makes the X2 sound like a kids toy
I just bought online the X2, but now Im liking the X3 sound better, but they still out of stock.
The ones we had sold out in a day. I have X2's and 1's, but no more 3's.
@@benchristopher76 Hey Ben, quick question, does the X3 sounds really high in the lower levels of volume? The main reason why I'm getting the X2 is because Its mainly going to be a practice amp. But, it mostly for metal and the midrange response from the X3 sounds amazing at least on the video. Do you think is worth it?
@@4trym it really depends where you like your mids. The X2 has a cool low mid growl... the X3 has it too, but with some nice upper mids, too
are you playing midland?
Here and there
Can you do a demo on how to do custom presets?
Sure. Might be a day or 2, but I can do that.
@@benchristopher76 thank you! My son is teaching himself guitar and we are a little confused!!!
th-cam.com/video/zlFq1dJ811E/w-d-xo.html
How to get the best Metal Distortion Sound with out Max Volume on Guitar ect
Live in a Apartment
Yeah.... No way the neighbors or the cops would like to hear a full stack at midnight
I don’t know what to do
Seems it’s a No Win issue
Got to have Guitar Volume Max
A lot of gain and amp Volume at least 7-8
Seems a No Win Issue
Live in Apartment and can’t find my way now
@@michaelstone4638 I would use the 6505 or 6534 amp models on the red channel... make sure the Pre knob is cranked and add the TSC from the inst/stomp knob
The X3 sounds more natural. X2 is a little fizzy sounding.
Until Peavey get's their head out of their butt, and releases a 100-watt Vypyr HEAD..... Katana head is the winner. Same thing with Catalyst. No HEAD option. Most guitar players have cabs. We don't need another "combo amp".
Both Line 6 and Peavey offered tube powered heads with their preamps years ago. Neither caught on at the time and were discontinued. Perhaps it would benefit both companies to revisit those programs. I've had a Katana MkII head. I dug it.
I ended up selling it and bought a Waza 150. That head was killer, but I'd just a head sans any extra built in effects.
Take off that face mask...?
Jesus.. just buy a Katana
Because some people want that Peavey tone?
Exactly. Katana head, and run it into your favorite 2x12 or 4x12 cab!
@@TheCyberMantis Can you get a Peavey Classic 50 tone out of a Katana? I don't think so.
@@skillracoonful Katana is not an amp modeller. It does it's own thing. It has a "brown" setting, but that sounds more like a Rectifier to me. Some say Katana sounds like a modded Marshall. Katana clean might be similar to a JC-120 clean. For the money, you can't beat it.
I found the Katana and the OD 200 pedal to be bees in a box. No body no depth the only setting on OD200 worth trying was Full Stack and it sucked next to my Vypyr.
Too much yackin’ not enough playing !!!