Thanks Jem. Very tasty playing, wow! Just wondering what amp mic and guitar you used for this great sound? (Apologies if I missed it - I watched the whole video :-])
Great demo, but it's also worth noting that all the new features and models have been made available on the original Catalyst line through a firmware update. Awesome move from line 6 to make this available for free when they could easily have promoted the CX as an upgrade amp.
@@Paul_MB if you can live with the outdated text on the panel and the plastic trim which has a tendency to fall off, then absolutely get the cheaper version because it's functionally identical.
@@Paul_MB are they really alike, do you have all the 12 amps that you can change on the fly, boost etc? I want to do the same thing and I wonder if there is a catch like a better speaker in cx model
@@VintageRadius Good question, unfortunately I don't have studio monitors to compare the Catalyst with. I can tell you however that it keeps up amazingly during rehearsal. The modeler takes care of all the parameters when going through the power amp in. The only knobs that remain active from the Catalyst are the Master Volume and the Attenuator (output power).
@@cgcarreno nice to hear you’re happy with it! I have an Hx Stomp and it crossed my mind to get a Catalyst for evening playing and the added benefit to use the power amp in with the Stomp if I like how it sounds. I like the Stomp through Studio monitors and you can do true stereo effects but I’m limited to the one room where I have them set up
@@VintageRadius sounds like your monitor/HX Stomp set up is a place for inspiration and where time stands still. Must be wonderful! I hear only good things about the HX Stomp. The added benefit of a light weight amp is that you can change your setting, if need be, even if that means going mono for a while. I've carried it to and from practice every week and it's held up really well. I also take it to my bedroom once in a while and noodle for a bit before going to sleep. Wish you the best on your musical journey!
That was a great demo of this amps capabilities! I have a modeler, but a pedal board as well and like that you could use this as a stand alone amp as well. Thanks!
For the first time ever, I can't see any feature differences between the models. Apart from wattage and therefore attenuation. Even the 60w model has a 12" speaker! In the past I've had to buy amps that are way too loud for home use just to get the features I want. This happened with my Vypyr and Mustang. Each time I bought the 100w version just to get more features and ended up retiring the amps because I couldn't get the best out of them at lower volumes. In this case though, I'd buy the 60w without regret.
Good amp, but Line6 should consider making a smaller version of this. I mean everyone is running from these big amps. I prefer the Positive Grid Spark for the size. Good video tho!
I hear you, IMO more people are running from heavy amps for easier portability. The small desktop amps are a different thing that Catalyst is just not trying to be. But I would argue the Catalyst 60 qualifies as a living room amp based on its dimensions and can no doubt maintain its tone super quiet. Perhaps check that out or the Katana 100 head that has a 5 inch speaker so it can also be a desktop amp
@@VintageRadius Well actually I will be soon receiving the Boss Katana Air EX, witht he new improved speakers and amp models it is the best offerign for a stable and reliable desktop amp. I wish the spark 40 was more stable but not my thing to fiddle all day with my phone .
@@albertmarkethinkpr1325good luck. I can totally see the benefit of the Air and the fact that it’s wireless. I owned a Yamaha Thr 30 for about 3 days and then returned it. It sort of put me off the desktop amp thing, but everyone has different needs and preferences and the small form factor is great if you find the sounds work for you
Since you have all the pedals/effects AND Helix amp/cap modeler I do not see the need to spend the money on a combo amp with effects built in. A powered FRFR set to flat should do all this.
I'll never understand many guitarists love for several tons of crappy beer commercial sounding reverb trying to cover up a rather questionable overdrive or distortion sound. I think reverb has its place in thr guitar world but especially on overdriven and distorted tones the majority of guitar sounds in the last few decades sound (as well as the ones in this demo) sound to me like a cartoon version of heavy guitar.
You must like one genre of music or guitar. Many session guitarists of amazing records have been using delay in their chain for decadessssss. Listen to 80s session guitarists from LA and nashville.
@JemmyJems Actually I like many types of guitar music from jazz and blues 1930s -1960s, rhythm and blues, early rock and roll, surf, psych, garage, 60s and 70s hard rock, punk, as well as many 80s bands that used reverb and delay in ways that I enjoy from The Cure to The Church, and The Fixx but when it starts sounding like the guitar in a TV commercial I'm out. It is true that many of the genres of music that I prefer have little or no reverb on the guitar but certainly not all. Yeah... it's all just what happens to appeal to someone or not and this happens to be my personal taste.
Humbuckers would help tame the high end, as well as attenuating the presence / treble settings. Mic placement makes a huge difference as well. Sounds good to me, though ! 👍
Dude, the only TH-camr to actually use this amp's XLR out to a DAW! Thank you!
You're welcome!!
Thanks Jem. Very tasty playing, wow!
Just wondering what amp mic and guitar you used for this great sound?
(Apologies if I missed it - I watched the whole video :-])
Just a shure SM7B
Man the tones on this are sick!!!! Great job brother
The demo is awesome, but your playing is even better! Love your phrasing, it's just fantastic.
Great demo, but it's also worth noting that all the new features and models have been made available on the original Catalyst line through a firmware update. Awesome move from line 6 to make this available for free when they could easily have promoted the CX as an upgrade amp.
Line6 is really awesome in this regards.
So would you suggest buying the old one instead of the cx model? Its $70 cheaper..
@@Paul_MB if you can live with the outdated text on the panel and the plastic trim which has a tendency to fall off, then absolutely get the cheaper version because it's functionally identical.
@@adrianstoneman2690 thanks man! Already bought the older version!
@@Paul_MB are they really alike, do you have all the 12 amps that you can change on the fly, boost etc? I want to do the same thing and I wonder if there is a catch like a better speaker in cx model
Nice! Welcome to the US amigo! I use a 60Watt 1st gen Catalyst during worship rehearsal. Use it aas a poweramp with a Boss GX-100. Super happy.
Im interested in that. How does the Catalyst sound with a modeler going power amp in vs say studio monitors?
@@VintageRadius Good question, unfortunately I don't have studio monitors to compare the Catalyst with. I can tell you however that it keeps up amazingly during rehearsal. The modeler takes care of all the parameters when going through the power amp in. The only knobs that remain active from the Catalyst are the Master Volume and the Attenuator (output power).
@@cgcarreno nice to hear you’re happy with it! I have an Hx Stomp and it crossed my mind to get a Catalyst for evening playing and the added benefit to use the power amp in with the Stomp if I like how it sounds. I like the Stomp through Studio monitors and you can do true stereo effects but I’m limited to the one room where I have them set up
@@VintageRadius sounds like your monitor/HX Stomp set up is a place for inspiration and where time stands still. Must be wonderful! I hear only good things about the HX Stomp. The added benefit of a light weight amp is that you can change your setting, if need be, even if that means going mono for a while. I've carried it to and from practice every week and it's held up really well. I also take it to my bedroom once in a while and noodle for a bit before going to sleep. Wish you the best on your musical journey!
@@VintageRadius I guess I should add that I also have a Katana Artist. It is simply amazing, however it gets played less because it's heavier.
The boutique channel alone is worth the price. If you have a decent overdrive pedal, it's really all you need.
Nice guy, nice amp, nice playing, nice review. Well done, 11 out of 10 ! 👍🏼👍🏼💪🏼💪🏼
Welcome to Michigan, from just down the road in Jamestown. Long time listener. God bless!
Thank you!!!
Awesome demo...what do you have on your pedalboard , sounds great !! 👍Its just a little difficult to tell just from the quick pan over. Cheers, mate !
That was a great demo of this amps capabilities! I have a modeler, but a pedal board as well and like that you could use this as a stand alone amp as well. Thanks!
Thanks for the video! I’ve got a Walrus ACS1. Can you explain how to connect the ACS1 with the Power Amp switched on on the Catalyst
Just plug in a cable after the back input and away you go :)
What pedal do you have engaged at 10:45 that makes it sound so incredibly gnarly? Is that some octave or what? Thanks!
And again at 15:09 something right side of the board black pedal then you engage the pink pedal in question and it’s amazing I love it! What is it ??
@@elaztec.aztecca That is the Mooer Tender Octaver V1! Discontinued but its a direct POG copy!
Excellent tone my friend 👍🏻👍🏻
Jemmuel what guitar are you using? your rig sounds amazing!
Thank you so much! Using an Elliott Guitars Sugar Pine ET in Gun Powder finish!
Nice review and nice tones!
Im really considering this amp. Just not sure if the 60 or 100 watter is the right choice
How does an electric acoustic guitar sound through the catalyst?
I have the 60, and it is loud. If you play in a rehearsal room, get a PA, and mic the amp if more volume is needed. Will be PLENTY.
@@chrisfoxart thnx! I appreciate your input!
For the first time ever, I can't see any feature differences between the models. Apart from wattage and therefore attenuation. Even the 60w model has a 12" speaker! In the past I've had to buy amps that are way too loud for home use just to get the features I want. This happened with my Vypyr and Mustang. Each time I bought the 100w version just to get more features and ended up retiring the amps because I couldn't get the best out of them at lower volumes. In this case though, I'd buy the 60w without regret.
@@melanie2663 the difference I see is that the 60 W only has midi via the USB connection whereas the 100 W and 200 W have a traditional midi input.
Good amp, but Line6 should consider making a smaller version of this. I mean everyone is running from these big amps. I prefer the Positive Grid Spark for the size. Good video tho!
I hear you, IMO more people are running from heavy amps for easier portability. The small desktop amps are a different thing that Catalyst is just not trying to be. But I would argue the Catalyst 60 qualifies as a living room amp based on its dimensions and can no doubt maintain its tone super quiet. Perhaps check that out or the Katana 100 head that has a 5 inch speaker so it can also be a desktop amp
@@VintageRadius Well actually I will be soon receiving the Boss Katana Air EX, witht he new improved speakers and amp models it is the best offerign for a stable and reliable desktop amp. I wish the spark 40 was more stable but not my thing to fiddle all day with my phone .
@@albertmarkethinkpr1325good luck. I can totally see the benefit of the Air and the fact that it’s wireless. I owned a Yamaha Thr 30 for about 3 days and then returned it. It sort of put me off the desktop amp thing, but everyone has different needs and preferences and the small form factor is great if you find the sounds work for you
Can I run a delay and chorus at the same time?
This might be ur new favorite real amp after vox and matchless 🤣
What foot switch can you use with it?
Filipino blood for sure, can you speak tagalog 🙏😁 Love the video 🙌
Im not born in Philippins
He absolutely can
this seems to be more of a review of his pedalboard
Oh awesome! I was disappointed with the original Catalyst amp that they didn't have the high end models from the Helix.
You mean the Spyder series? The original Catalyst has the exact same firmware update as this CX Amp with the same 12 amp models included.
Gotta sub to a fellow Michigander.
Since you have all the pedals/effects AND Helix amp/cap modeler I do not see the need to spend the money on a combo amp with effects built in. A powered FRFR set to flat should do all this.
Cool. Then This product isnt for you.
@@JemmyJems True LOOOL
I'll never understand many guitarists love for several tons of crappy beer commercial sounding reverb trying to cover up a rather questionable overdrive or distortion sound.
I think reverb has its place in thr guitar world but especially on overdriven and distorted tones the majority of guitar sounds in the last few decades sound (as well as the ones in this demo) sound to me like a cartoon version of heavy guitar.
You must like one genre of music or guitar. Many session guitarists of amazing records have been using delay in their chain for decadessssss. Listen to 80s session guitarists from LA and nashville.
@JemmyJems
Actually I like many types of guitar music from jazz and blues 1930s -1960s, rhythm and blues, early rock and roll, surf, psych, garage, 60s and 70s hard rock, punk, as well as many 80s bands that used reverb and delay in ways that I enjoy from The Cure to The Church, and The Fixx but when it starts sounding like the guitar in a TV commercial I'm out. It is true that many of the genres of music that I prefer have little or no reverb on the guitar but certainly not all.
Yeah... it's all just what happens to appeal to someone or not and this happens to be my personal taste.
Catlyst is trash. Sounds like fizzy fake distortion in the room. It can be recorded to sound however but it sounds awful in person.
Sounds pretty damn good to me
@@JemmyJems It doesn't even sound good in the video, never mind in the room. Sorry.
@@iancurrie8844 up to you mate
Humbuckers would help tame the high end, as well as attenuating the presence / treble settings. Mic placement makes a huge difference as well. Sounds good to me, though ! 👍
I absolutely love this amp!! I bought the Katana Artist series and returned it for this! The sound and tone are 2× better...."IMO"