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Two words as to what I think about this video. 1st “Incredible” amp. 2nd “amazing” playing! I’m definitely a fan of yours, your work on Mesa’s is absolutely ridiculous as well. Idk if I ever seen anyone besides you and JP himself demo any Mesa so well!
From what I understand Boogies are production (altho smaller than Marshall for instance) and Deizels are "boutique" amps made by hand. I had a Triple Rec Mesa for years and sold it a year ago in hopes to get a Diezel. Mainly because the clean tone on my Boogie was lacking. I hear the Deizel Herbert has great cleans. I am expecting a quality bump since they are so much pricier than Mesa. Will let you know in a week or so....
@@gmyersgilmer9470 Well of course the price of the amp made in your region will be cheaper, no import taxes. Mesa is more expensive in Europe compared to Diezel so I wouldn't expect quality bump just because one is more expensive than the other since the price varies by region. Did you ever get the Diezel?
mmmmmm This clean channel with that Driftwood.....this drummer is drooling like Homer Simpson. Ohhhh the distortion is awesome too! Ok, my dream amp is this & the Driftwood & the new Mick Thompson speakers
Love how clear and massive it sounds- better gain than most amps and yet clear and tight. I like it better than VH4 sound. On par with Wizard MTL for the crown of best high gain amp.
@@mark_iic agree how would it compare to KSR amps I wonder as I hear a lot of folks on rig forums compare the Diezel Herbert to KSR amps that cost way less but offer similar features and tones.
@@GuitarsAndSynths I didn’t get the chance to compare them yet, I will try an Orthos 2 at some point from a friend, however I can tell you that Diezels have their signature tone and feel that is unique to them.
@@GuitarsAndSynths I tried my KSR Gemini side by side with a Herbert Mk3 and preferred the KSR overall. More versatile, sounds less compressed and more natural. Maybe a touch less aggressive but so open and clear by comparison. Don't get me wrong, I'm gonna buy a Herbert mk3 soon. Given the choice between the two though it'll be my Gemini any day. Also KSR cabs destroy Diezel cabs by a huge margin
Thank you for watching! Look up “Musik Produktiv” on Reverb, I bought from them, ask for Jens, he’ll do a good deal, much cheaper than buying locally (you can save more than 1K CAD).
@@mark_iic the mk 1 just turns out perfect at right volume . Super tight but still super super rich . The Mk3 is super tight but just not as rich. Don’t get me wrong I like both just prefer one . Other than my wizard mixed with a Herbert my other best tone is both Herbert together. I punished my band one day with both mixed lol. Volumes on 5 lol
Thanks man! I never tried the comp out to be honest. Here’s the official description from the Herbert online manual but it’s still confusing, I suggest you ask on the Diezel group on Facebook, I’m sure someone had tried this out: “A frequency corrected signal will leave this jack if you connect it to a mixer or recording device. Use it to quietly compose or send an auxiliary signal to a console etc. Always make sure that your amp is connected to either a loudspeaker or a load.”
you can ask peter himself, he's very helpful but as far as i remember you can put the amp in standby and use the comp out. at least it was like that on the dmoll i had a few years ago.
@@mark_iic yeah, it sounds like that, but I compared this clip to your MI audio and I honestly think that it sounds a lot better then herbert...even though herbert is pretty crushing :)
@ the MK3? Did you play the earlier versions MK2 and MK1? I heard many saying MK1 is better and you know how this goes with older amps… more organic less compressed.
@mark_iic Yes. A second MK3. You wrote me about my Clip of it a few years ago. I played the MK2 twice. I have 1 "in the room" clip of the MK2 on my Channel. I think the MK3 is a bit more open. And so is the VH2.
@ yes I remember now. I do prefer the Triple Rec Rev G (with proper tubes and boost) over Herbert since the recto is more raw. I am no longer fan of compressed tones.
Both if you can! :) they are different I would say. And most importantly is the cab itself. The Diezel cab that I’m using (front loaded with V30) has a huge role in the sound. If you use it with MI, you’ll get a very close sound to Herbert.
Very hard question… they are both great and different. Herbert has its own Diezel signature sound while the Megalith can sound close but more towards a Recto type of sound (a lot more tight and aggressive than a recto).
@@mark_iic You've answered my question. I prefer the 'recto' tone for extreme metal but the flubby lows - of a recto - aren't acceptable. I think I found my amp I need. Cheers.
I've honestly never really been into the Diezel sound. They always sound kinda fizzy and mushy to me. Not tight and focused like an old Mesa/Boogie mark series or something.
It depends for many factors. I own three Mark IIC+ and used to have a Mark IV and I can safely say that Herbert can be even more tight than Mark amps, if properly set (settings, cab, volume, guitar pickups...). But in general Mark amps are tighter even if not set properly. They’re just different type of amps.
@@mark_iic Yes. Agreed. It wasn't a knock on your demo at all! Just a comment about my personal preferences. TI can't believe you own three IIC+s. I would die to have ONE. Any chance you'd let one of them go?
@@skullkrusher4418 IIC+ is killer. If you want one, your best bet is to post on one of the Facebook groups (ex: Mesa Boogie Fan Club) asking if anyone wants to sell. That’s how I got one of mines. Good luck \m/
I would like to thank each viewer of my channel, I greatly appreciate your time to watch my videos and would love to hear from you about what would you like as new content or ideas!
Two words as to what I think about this video. 1st “Incredible” amp. 2nd “amazing” playing! I’m definitely a fan of yours, your work on Mesa’s is absolutely ridiculous as well. Idk if I ever seen anyone besides you and JP himself demo any Mesa so well!
Thank you for the kind words, I’m glad my videos are helping out many. Best!
Brilliant job brother, you got this amp cooking my man!
Especially those high gain CHUG TONES…..
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@@thorggernaut3081 thank you brother for your comment and for subscribing!
A) you play better with one hand than I do with 2 and B) you totally convinced me to get this amp! Great review!
Thank you brother I appreciate your comment! It’s an excellent amp indeed, you will love it!! 🤘
LOVE the clean playing
Love that German modern high gain tone! Still hits so hard! great video bro! 🤘🏻
Thank you bro! Herbert does deliver!
This amp is a weapon of mass destruction hahaha
Nice, Tony!
It certainly is! Thanks man for watching! \m/
The United States has Mesa Boogie. Europe has Diezel.
From what I understand Boogies are production (altho smaller than Marshall for instance) and Deizels are "boutique" amps made by hand. I had a Triple Rec Mesa for years and sold it a year ago in hopes to get a Diezel. Mainly because the clean tone on my Boogie was lacking. I hear the Deizel Herbert has great cleans. I am expecting a quality bump since they are so much pricier than Mesa. Will let you know in a week or so....
Yeah everything in Europe is better
Germany has Diezel, not Europe.
And Laboga and ENGL
@@gmyersgilmer9470 Well of course the price of the amp made in your region will be cheaper, no import taxes. Mesa is more expensive in Europe compared to Diezel so I wouldn't expect quality bump just because one is more expensive than the other since the price varies by region. Did you ever get the Diezel?
Best diezel video out there !
Thank you bro!! 🙏
Still the best amp demo of the high gain capabilities.
Thank you for watching 🙏🏻
Sounds awesome and great playing!
Thanks man, thank you for watching!
Sounds killer! Great job
Thanks man! 🤘🏻
Channel 2 mid-cut engaged both knobs at 11:00 so glorious.
Indeed, Midcut takes the sound to another level!
mmmmmm This clean channel with that Driftwood.....this drummer is drooling like Homer Simpson. Ohhhh the distortion is awesome too!
Ok, my dream amp is this & the Driftwood & the new Mick Thompson speakers
Awesome amp 👌 and great demo thy Sir
Thank you for your comment and for watching the video!
Great video! I got the same amp! I love it! It’s very versatile.
Very versatile amp indeed. Thank you for watching!
Do you think it's better than most Engl amps? Could I dial in 80's metal? This amp sounds killer!
@@joerusso7851 they are different. Herbert can dial many tones for sure. It’s more compressed than Engl, has its own unique character.
@@mark_iic Thank you.
Probably the heaviest amp on the fucking planet.
Love how clear and massive it sounds- better gain than most amps and yet clear and tight. I like it better than VH4 sound. On par with Wizard MTL for the crown of best high gain amp.
Especially with the mid cut knob, it adds so much tone versatility!
@@mark_iic agree how would it compare to KSR amps I wonder as I hear a lot of folks on rig forums compare the Diezel Herbert to KSR amps that cost way less but offer similar features and tones.
@@GuitarsAndSynths I didn’t get the chance to compare them yet, I will try an Orthos 2 at some point from a friend, however I can tell you that Diezels have their signature tone and feel that is unique to them.
@@GuitarsAndSynths I tried my KSR Gemini side by side with a Herbert Mk3 and preferred the KSR overall. More versatile, sounds less compressed and more natural. Maybe a touch less aggressive but so open and clear by comparison. Don't get me wrong, I'm gonna buy a Herbert mk3 soon. Given the choice between the two though it'll be my Gemini any day. Also KSR cabs destroy Diezel cabs by a huge margin
Insane tone :D
Thank you for watching!
very nice demo .. as always.. :) cheers
Thank you my friend, I appreciate it :)
absolutely need that amp
f this is the best video that I hear so far of the amp, and is epic
Thank you for your comment, glad you liked the demo!
So brutal 🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘
Thank you for watching 🤘🏻
This is a unique growl and I really like it! Since you are Canadian how much does it cost ( CAN $ ) 🇨🇦 awesome review 👍
Thank you for watching! Look up “Musik Produktiv” on Reverb, I bought from them, ask for Jens, he’ll do a good deal, much cheaper than buying locally (you can save more than 1K CAD).
@@mark_iic Thank you Tony!
I’m Canadian too lol how much was it ?
@@Dicktoben I think it’s somewhere between $3500-$4200 still really expensive!
wow this is good
Thank you for watching!
Nice job
Hell yeah!
🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻
Sick
Thanks for watching! \m/
Wow I'm sold 😁 (checks price on Sweetwater) 😱😫 fuuuuuUUUUUUUUUUUCK!
Hi, riff on 10:43 captured my attention, where can it be heard? Sounds so familiar..
It’s a riff I came up with and use it on most of my demos. Thank you for listening to the demo!
Look at Killer Instinct by Rimfrost
Check out Youth gone wild by Skid row! Sounds like it to me
How will this sound with the new Eminence DV-77 Mick Thomson’s? 😈
Should sound evil 😈
Great video . I have this amp and Herbert mk 1 . I love this amp but prefer mk 1 still .
Thanks for checking the demo! How do they mainly compare (what makes you prefer MK1)?
@@mark_iic the mk 1 just turns out perfect at right volume . Super tight but still super super rich . The Mk3 is super tight but just not as rich. Don’t get me wrong I like both just prefer one . Other than my wizard mixed with a Herbert my other best tone is both Herbert together. I punished my band one day with both mixed lol. Volumes on 5 lol
I subbed btw. Great demos
@@techdeathhippie6319 lol I can imagine!! One day I’ll maybe get MK1. Is it less compressed than MK3 in your opinion?
@@mark_iic it’s more compressed and richer . Rich harmonics . There just feels like a little something is missing on mk3 for me
6l6 or kt77
Nevermind, I actually listened to the voice parts.. kt77... nice...
KT77 more clarity especially in the mids.
Great video man. Is it possible to silence record through the comp. Out if the master volume is at zero?
Thanks man! I never tried the comp out to be honest. Here’s the official description from the Herbert online manual but it’s still confusing, I suggest you ask on the Diezel group on Facebook, I’m sure someone had tried this out: “A frequency corrected signal will leave this jack if you connect it to a mixer or recording device. Use it to quietly compose or send an auxiliary signal to a console etc. Always make sure that your amp is connected to either a loudspeaker or a load.”
you can ask peter himself, he's very helpful but as far as i remember you can put the amp in standby and use the comp out. at least it was like that on the dmoll i had a few years ago.
@@niklasoswald7937 great thanks
Hi, Tony!! I got the herbert mk3 and searching for the midi controller for herbert. Can you recommed some? I don't need bells and whistles.
Hey, sorry for responding very late. Did you finally get a midi controller for your Herbert?
@mark_iic Nope. I sold herbert. Wasn't not my liking lol
@ the MK3 is the most compressed. I would like to acquire a MK1 since it is more organic.
Hi Tony, great video ! do you have “square” preamp tubes in this video ? 🤘
Thanks man! Yes, I’m using three NOS Chinese square getter tubes in V1, V2 and V3. They “wake up” Herbert by adding tons of clarity!
@@mark_iic yeah, it sounds like that, but I compared this clip to your MI audio and I honestly think that it sounds a lot better then herbert...even though herbert is pretty crushing :)
@@obestertomas I’ll do a new Beta demo soon with Diezel-like settings and sound (using the Diezel cab). Hopefully I’ll record it soon :)
this amp is fuckin nuts
7:42 10:16
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Still have it? Still like it?
I don’t have the Herbert anymore, but it’s one of the best brutal amps I ever played.
@mark_iic I had another one recently, but i did not keep it.
@ the MK3? Did you play the earlier versions MK2 and MK1? I heard many saying MK1 is better and you know how this goes with older amps… more organic less compressed.
@mark_iic Yes. A second MK3. You wrote me about my Clip of it a few years ago. I played the MK2 twice. I have 1 "in the room" clip of the MK2 on my Channel. I think the MK3 is a bit more open. And so is the VH2.
@ yes I remember now. I do prefer the Triple Rec Rev G (with proper tubes and boost) over Herbert since the recto is more raw. I am no longer fan of compressed tones.
Who discovered Diezel amps becauseof Myles Kennedy? :)
Which reverb and delay was used ? Thanks
I used the TC Electronics Hall Of Fame 2 reverb and the TC Electronics Flashback delay. Great pedals!
180 Watts?!?!?
Indeed!
Shit, enjoy!!
needs the K100's
What pickups are u using?
Fishman Fluence moderns. When I play clean, I set the moderns on “passive” mode, beside that it’s active mode on all the demo.
@@mark_iic awesome, great pickups
@@mark_iic the speaker is a v30? Working on my own mk3 set up at the moment
@@timknospe4082 yes, it’s a Diezel front-loaded cab with V30. Works great with Herbert!
@@mark_iic need to try that, thanks :)
This or the MI?
Both if you can! :) they are different I would say. And most importantly is the cab itself. The Diezel cab that I’m using (front loaded with V30) has a huge role in the sound. If you use it with MI, you’ll get a very close sound to Herbert.
@@mark_iic Thanks!
Do you prefer the Herbert or the Megalith Beta?
Very hard question… they are both great and different. Herbert has its own Diezel signature sound while the Megalith can sound close but more towards a Recto type of sound (a lot more tight and aggressive than a recto).
@@mark_iic You've answered my question. I prefer the 'recto' tone for extreme metal but the flubby lows - of a recto - aren't acceptable. I think I found my amp I need. Cheers.
@@firststep7750 Megalith 🤘
Good apm for NEW metal but honestly I like more the MARSHALL JVM 410
I've honestly never really been into the Diezel sound. They always sound kinda fizzy and mushy to me. Not tight and focused like an old Mesa/Boogie mark series or something.
It depends for many factors. I own three Mark IIC+ and used to have a Mark IV and I can safely say that Herbert can be even more tight than Mark amps, if properly set (settings, cab, volume, guitar pickups...). But in general Mark amps are tighter even if not set properly. They’re just different type of amps.
@@mark_iic Yes. Agreed. It wasn't a knock on your demo at all! Just a comment about my personal preferences. TI can't believe you own three IIC+s. I would die to have ONE. Any chance you'd let one of them go?
@@skullkrusher4418 IIC+ is killer. If you want one, your best bet is to post on one of the Facebook groups (ex: Mesa Boogie Fan Club) asking if anyone wants to sell. That’s how I got one of mines. Good luck \m/
@@mark_iic Alright. Thanks for the advice.
I have a Mk 2 a Monster
10:50 Fat and searing… hmm interesting.
So how much is it - $9000?