Guitar Gear Gems: ReValver 5, Foxgear 100W Series pedals & more
Plus, Foxgear 100W Series - 100-watt Amp in a Pedal and two new KMA Machines ABY pedals
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This week on Guitar Gear Gems we take a look at the newly reawakened ReValver 5 virtual guitar rig software, which is now part of HeadRush. Then we check out the new Foxgear 100W Series of 100-watt amps in a pedal, available in four classic guitar amp voices. Finally, we check out the new KMA Machines ABY pedals, designed to make your rig simpler to setup.
ReValver 5
ReValver 5 virtual guitar rig software is back and is now under the HeadRush brand. Originally developed by Peavey and released in the early 2000s, it was once one of the top virtual amp and effects software packages.
It had been almost forgotten about, until the software underwent a series of ownership changes, eventually landing with inMusic who is the parent company of HeadRush. Now it is back and looking like a serious contender for the complete virtual guitar rig software solution.
Hardware
ReValver 5 now has HeadRush hardware compatibility and so can be used within a DAW, or standalone and controlled by actual footswitches and pedals. It still contains the Peavey and Budda amp plugins, which the original was famous for, plus a wealth of amps and effects. Including specific HeadRush models that have been added to the library.
Multiple Versions
The revamped software is now available in various versions from free accounts with a basic set of amps and effects, to Starter, Standard, HeadRush, and Producer editions, which all cost slightly more each time, with each one offering more and more virtual gear.
ACT
The ReValver online installer ships with what they describe as a set of world-class guitar amp, stomp, effect, and proprietary ACT (Audio Cloning Technology) instrument models. The world of virtual guitar rig software has moved on in recent years, but with HeadRush behind them, I think ReValver 5 could be back in business and worth checking out.
It is available for PC or Mac, as a stand-alone version or VST/AAX/AU plugin.
MSRP – Free up to $79.99
Foxgear 100W Series
The Foxgear 100W Series is a line of pedal-sized guitar amplifiers. These compact amps in a pedal, retail for only $249 each. They are available in four very distinct models, each designed to replicate the iconic sounds of well-known guitar amps.
Four Amps
First up is the M-1959 model which is a tribute to the British classic rock sound with tones from the Marshall Plexi. Next is the HW-103 which is based on another British icon, the Hiwatt. Then there is the TW-100 which is based on an American black panel Fender Twin Reverb. Finally, the V-100 aims to mimic the chiming British Vox-style amp.
Amp/DI
Each one comes with an XLR Balanced Out with two controls and a switch, with options for both Direct and Cab Sim outputs. The latter uses VARICAB, a 100% Analog Variable Cab Simulator.
100-watt Amp in a Pedal
They can each function as a full guitar amplifier, a Direct Box, or both. Powered by an external 30-volt DC power unit, they can offer 100W real RMS into 4 Ohms. This makes these perfect for a compact fly rig or as a potential backup to your regular gigging amp.
The price point on all four is competitive and overall, I like the no-nonsense approach that they offer.
KMA Machines ABY and Stereo ABY pedals
KMA Machines has announced their new ABY and Stereo ABY pedals. Both units use their TrueBypass active silent relay-based soft-switching and are designed to be durable, simple to use, and easy to see what is going on.
Simple To Use
They have three coloured LEDs that quickly and easily show exactly which signal path has been selected. The stereo version is omnidirectional, for two-into-one or one-into-two operation. Both versions have mounted jacks and are powered by a 9 V power supply.
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- ReValver 5: Revalver
- ReValver-5-effects-pedals: ReValver
- Foxgear 100W Series : Foxgear
- Foxgear M-1959: Foxgear
- XLR Balanced Out: Foxgear
- KMA Machines ABY and Stereo ABY: KMA Machines
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