In this video, we're finally taking a look at the Ruby '63 pedal from @UniversalAudio , which is said to be the new king of chime and perfectly replicates an authentic vintage Vox AC30. We'll compare it to the trusty @strymon Iridium, and see who comes out on top.
If you're looking for the best possible Vox tones, then you need to check out this video. We'll compare the Strymon Iridium pedal to the popular Ruby 63 pedal, and see how they fare, from clean tones, to mean tones, pedal platforms and everything in between. This comparison will help you make the perfect purchase decision for your Chime needs.
Gear Used in the Video (affiliate links)
UA 63' Ruby: sweetwater.sjv...
Strymon Iridium: sweetwater.sjv...
Strymon Flint: sweetwater.sjv...
MXR Dyna-Comp: sweetwater.sjv...
Fender Telecaster: sweetwater.sjv...
Audio Interface - Audient id44 mk2: sweetwater.sjv...
TIMESTAMPS:
00:13 - What are we doing here?
00:44 - What is the Vox sound?
01:49 - Amp head selection
03:00 - Cut knob on Brilliant Channel
03:54 - Sparkle Clean Sounds on Brilliant Channel
04:30 - Lowest Gain Setting
05:42 - More Cleans on Brilliant Channel
06:23 - Using Normal Channel for Cleans
07:50 - Room Knob is AWESOME
10:20 - Vibrato Channel is so Good
12:18 - Comparing Classic Sounds Ruby vs Iridium
13:11 - Getting them to sound really similar
14:06 - Initial thoughts on their differences
15:33 - Testing the boosts
18:10 - Comparing Max Gain Ruby vs Iridium
19:15 - Testing the Speaker Simluations
23:27 - Using the Ruby as a Pedal Platform
30:22 - Using the Iridium Chime Channel as a Pedal Platform
32:55 - Differences in platforms
33:52 - The Presets and why it makes me MAD
34:23 - Testing some presets in the app
38:41 - Final Verdict between the pedals
39:15 - Can you hear the difference in a mix
40:38 - Final Final Really Final Verdict
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Equipment (Amazon are affiliate links)
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