Soldano vs. Vetta 2

[Cleveland Metal]

The only thing I can say, is that in ten years, you'll be able to re-tube or repair the SLo when it goes.

And, the Vetta will pop a proprietary chip that isn't available or serviceable any more and Line 6 will have joined the ADA's of the world and the Vetta will be useless...

And yeah, they sound thin. hehe...

[jgcable]

The only thing I can say, is that in ten years, you'll be able to re-tube or repair the SLo when it goes.

And, the Vetta will pop a proprietary chip that isn't available or serviceable any more and Line 6 will have joined the ADA's of the world and the Vetta will be useless...

And yeah, they sound thin. hehe...

I would love to do a shootout with your rig against my Vetta.

You know.. some people like "thin" crust.

Regarding the serviceability in the future... I can't help but agree. I've accepted that fact.
There is also another thing to consider. A Soldano SLO will NEVER be obsolete or outdated. It will always be considered as one of the best high gain metal amps ever made. Thats cool.

[thenine]

also (as I have mentioned many times before), you will be glad at the resale value should that day ever come. These "computer amps" always drop in value when the next version of processor comes out.

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[Cleveland Metal]

I would love to do a shootout with your rig against my Vetta.

You know.. some people like "thin" crust.

Why bother. You'd like yours and I'd like mine.

I'm sure the Vetta is more flexible. But, I'd heard enough of them live to feel they aren't what I'd want in a loud situation really. They don't seem as full/rich and don't seem cut through the din like a tube unit does.

Nice to have one to play with and probably record. They seem nice on CD. Although I kind of like the low end edge they have, I haven't really heard one have the low end bouncy rich chug that a dialed tube unit has.

They just don't have the feel or give the feedback (not squeal, but feel) of a real tube amp when loud and breathing heavy. You really can't argue that. They don't quite have that live and dynamic feel... ummm... yet...

[jgcable]

Why bother. You'd like yours and I'd like mine.

I'm sure the Vetta is more flexible. But, I'd heard enough of them live to feel they aren't what I'd want in a loud situation really. They don't seem as full/rich and don't seem cut through the din like a tube unit does.

Nice to have one to play with and probably record. They seem nice on CD. Although I kind of like the low end edge they have, I haven't really heard one have the low end bouncy rich chug that a dialed tube unit has.

They just don't have the feel or give the feedback (not squeal, but feel) of a real tube amp when loud and breathing heavy. You really can't argue that. They don't quite have that live and dynamic feel... ummm... yet...

I agree with everything you said. On top of that.. I am not sure if I would like mine better. My best sounding amp currently is my Hollywood modded Stiletto. Its just not as easy to gig with as my Vetta.

[skorb]

also (as I have mentioned many times before), you will be glad at the resale value should that day ever come. These "computer amps" always drop in value when the next version of processor comes out.

so far, Line 6 has provided the ability to download the newest Vetta software from their newest model amp and upgrade your existing older Vetta to the newest Vetta standard.

that kinda pops your resale value theory, at least as regarding the Vetta. it's also another reason Vetta owners love that amp.

[Sanctuary]

so far, Line 6 has provided the ability to download the newest Vetta software from their newest model amp and upgrade your existing older Vetta to the newest Vetta standard.

that kinda pops your resale value theory, at least as regarding the Vetta. it's also another reason Vetta owners love that amp.

Yeah, that's why I bought the Vetta I. It's got almost the same features for half the price. Can't beat that. And it's all down to the software.

[sevser]

I use my PODXTLive for practical reasons only...But I am surprised more people don't power these modeling units with Tube power...It makes all the difference in the world...Like I say (no one seems to hold any value in my shit ) but I play a lot of shows with that set up and I get mobbed after every set with comps...My other guitarist has the same set up with a SS power amp...(160 to my 120) and (Sorry Steve) I cut through way better with half the volume and last night we played with 3 Inches of Blood and Steve’s rig was miced mine was not...I still cut through...I still got all the comps! Shit…I even have two less speakers! Haha (6 to Steve’s 8)

I would rather have an all tube set up any day but if you must I can't understand how a Vetta being all SS can compare to a POD system running into a Tube powered amp????

Yes I have heard the Vetta but I know my rig will over power one hands down....

All these hybrids with the tube pre and SS power...all ass backwards as far as I have learned.

If you MUST got the hybrid route...It should be a pre amp modeling unit into a Valve powered unit...It will get you as close as it's gunna get today!

[Cleveland Metal]

You guys have to be kidding... Like that will last that long. Software will soon outclass the processor. They will eventually get you to upgrade (replace) the unit.

Can you still run much win 95 software on a new pc? not really.

And that chip will go out of manufacture. If the processor takes a shit, it isnt repairable, it's just over.

[sevser]

Sanctuary just said it...Half price! Doesn't sound like it held its value too much...Line6 does pretty good with keeping users going but...It will be out done just like any other CPU...

Another good reason to spilt you rig...I might have to drop $ on new XTLive (or similar) but I'll always have my power amp and cabs!

and if my xt goes down I can still plug straight in to my XXX...If a vetta goes down...Yerrr out!

[Twisteramps]

One thing a lot of you are forgetting is that if you like how the Vetta sounds now, it's not going to matter what the newer version sounds like. Could be better, could not... I still know people who prefer the old Pod 2.x to the XTs. Why, I even know people who prefer shitty old JCM800s to the 900s or even the TSL and DSLs!

Cleve has a point on the 'what will you do in ten years' thing though. However, I have a Randall RG80ES from the 80s that still works great, and it's solid state. I've seen some guys in my area using the first Line6 amp (AX2, ugly thing) still, and it's ten years old.

Pete

[jgcable]

It will take a very long time for the Vetta to be obsolete and impossible to have repaired. I am willing to take my chances because it sounds that good.

[RacerX]

I dunno, man, I heard the AX2 had a lot of problems plus you don't see 'em around much anymore. How similar IS a Vetta to your personal computer for example? How long do all your PCs last? Mine last about 4-5 years...

[shreddermon]

I use my PODXTLive for practical reasons only...But I am surprised more people don't power these modeling units with Tube power...It makes all the difference in the world...If you MUST got the hybrid route...It should be a pre amp modeling unit into a Valve powered unit...It will get you as close as it's gunna get today!

I've been saying the same for a few years now. Best of both worlds, IMHO.

Thinking of upgrading my rig right now, actually. Giving the Vetta serious consideration, but have yet to play it in person. Cleve makes a very good point, though - hadn't considered that before, dude. In the meantime, I'm leaning towards upgrading to a GT8 and possibly a Peavey JSX or Carvin V3.

[Robert Burns]

I think we all tweak and constantly search for somthing "Better" in tone,
but im really close with my 50wt DSL 2000 Marshall thru a Kustom 4/12
cab with 65wt celestions, and the Boss GT-8. Killer Skid Row/ Wasp
(imo) tone. Its no Uberschall" but its 75% of one! :-) I am a whore
for having about 870msec of delay tailing off in the distance with about
8% feedback. ( one repeat) Kinda like im playing in a large arena, in my mind anyway.
A processor gives you the huge sound, which imo is too dry just through
a large tube head with a touch of reverb. At bedroom levels at least.
Another big plus of the Boss Gt-8 is that it can tame a Marshall 100 wt
head. Allows you to crank it to 8 and then set the volume level to about
12 on the GT-8. Bedroom volume, but still pushing the power section.
My Brother in laws full stack just "sings" now being pushed hard.