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TC Electronic RH450, RS210, RS212 Review Thread

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Chris Willshire said:
Here is part 2 of my video comparing the RH450 and RS210/212 cabinets with a couple of other models of amps and cabinets. This video uses the RS210/212 configuration with the RH450, an Ampeg SVT-II head, and a Gallien Krueger 400RB III amp.




Notes--

AMPLIFIERS (all tested w/ the TC Electronics 210/212 configuration)--

1. Gallien Krueger 400 RB III vs RH450

To my ears, the GK is too thin and midrangey compared to the RH450. . The "Tubetone" and "Spectracomp" functions on the RH really make a difference in providing a fuller tone with more balls!

2. Ampeg SVT II vs RH450

Using all flat EQ, I like the Amgeg more as it has a slightly better low end response and more warmth overall. That would of course make sense for anyone who prefers a tube sound b/c the Ampeg is a tube amp and the RH450 is not. I'm sure similar models of tube amps would provide similar results. But then, that's without using the RH450 Tubetone feature. I did another test off camera (since the focus of the video is to compare
default amp settings) with my normal live setting on the RH450, which includes the Tubetone feature, and the results were very comparable, which is impressive considering that the RH450 is emulating a tube sound and isn't actually a tube amp. I'd say that this feature will definitely give you your tube fix when you're craving that warmth!


Add'l comments--

Unfortunately, I didn't have ability to plug a good mic into my camcorder, so all I have
on this video is the built-in camera mic. I think this comparison still serves it purpose, but
the differences I describe were much more noticeable to my ear when I was playing than
what ultimately comes across on the video. Hopefully these notes will help when the differences aren't as obvious when watching. There were definitely some very noticeable differences though when comparing some of these models!


I also use a Sansamp RBI by Tech21 as part of my setup. It is connected pre-RH450, so it
sweetens and fattens the tone before sending it to the RH. However, for test purposes, I did not use it for this video.

I hope this has been helpful. If you have any further questions or comments, you can email me at---

[email protected]
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Another great and informative video, Chris. You probably saved hundreds (or more?) of guys scores of hours with these comparisons. I know it helps me. Thanks.
 
#183
AJ Brown said:
I agree 100% - some people don't get that this is only a 'free' deal for three months. I'm definitely going to be keeping this rig or buying a new one. This stuff is the real deal, especially for my situation. It's not for everyone (then again what is?), but I know a lot of guys and gals dig the system entirely.
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+2!!!
 
#185
I've shown this amp to a lot of bass players..
They ALL love it!
I haven't heard any bad feedback from anyone about this system when they hear it in person.
This includes many PRO players that I have a lot of respect for & their opinions..

The only negative comment I have heard is from my guitard..He said "It just doesn't LOOK like a bass amp"
My reply was "would you like for me to go back to my Ampeg?"

The answer was a very quick "NO!"
 
#186
Hey petersland, any chance you could shoot me PM about where you ordered your RH450 from in the states?

Im happy to buy the cabs local but $2000 is a bit steep for the head.

petersland said:
Well Guys, I actually took the plunge and bought one. An RH450 and RC4 that is.

Ordered it Saturday night from the states and it's already on it's way to Sunny Australia.
I paid around half what they are worth here.:hyper:

I'll post my report when I've had a play.
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#188
There are a LOT of videos out there on this system..
If anyone has particular questions about the amp.. I'm happy to answer..
I've tried to do a video..but it just doesn't represent the tone of this amp.
I don't want to sound like a "broken-record" ..but .. I love this amp!
 
#192
ToddGia said:
how good is the tube tone on the rh450 ? Does it sound like a digital distortion or like a real tube amp ?
thanks
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I think it is a very accurate simulation of a tube amp.
It was designed to mimick the pre-amp section & the power-amp section of a tube amp at the same time..

It can go from a subtle "grind" to all-out fuzz.
VERY realistic IMHO..
 
#193
If you use a touch of the comp. with the tube emulation...you can get some real grindy Ampeg & Mesa-Boogie tones...(with the great EQ section)
Good enough for me to not want to haul around a "Tuber" anymore!

(edit) This amp has a very natural "warm" tone without adding anything..
I run it flat almost all of the time.
 
#195
John Wentzien said:
What I always disliked about tube-amps is that you couldn' get that "sweet-spot" without cranking them to a certain loudness..
With this amp you can dial it in at any volume and it is still very convincing.
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One big plus for TC Electronics is they know how to do serious studio quality signal processing. Looks like they put that quality in this head.

I'm curious if you find 3 presets enough?
Or do you wish it had more?
 
#198
seamonkey said:
One big plus for TC Electronics is they know how to do serious studio quality signal processing. Looks like they put that quality in this head.

I'm curious if you find 3 presets enough?
Or do you wish it had more?
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3 are plenty for me.
I usually run it flat..90% of the time.(pre-set #1)
#2 preset has a little compressin and some tubetone to emulate an Ampeg.
#3 is EQed for slapping with some compression.
 
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