I am laughing that I literally just watched about two hours of your videos! I really enjoy how in-depth you go with tattoo machines and rotary machines! I’ve been tattooing for about 28 years and then making the move to go from coil machines to a rotary machine and I just wanted to explore what was available out there as opposed to how I’m actually tattooing to see what would be a better fit. I’ve landed on the Vlad Blad avenger two pro. I just want to thank you for going in depth about this and I’m super excited to Get to try this out on some new tattoos. I just want to say I appreciate you and your videos. Happy tattooing to you!
I ended up buying this machine due the good recommendations on this video and it has stepped up my tattoo level. Thanks for responding to my comment and encouraging me to get it. No regrets whatsoever
I use the critical shorty on mine, fits perfect and you can just turn it to the side and still see the display 🤙🏻. Overall solid machine I use it to pack black and line with liners 9rl and bigger. Blasted out a traditional piece with a 14rs yesterday and this machine just slams those lines in there
I haven't tried this machine yet.... But somehow I'm obsessed with it. Thanks for introducing me to this beast I think it's what I've been looking for 🤘
Good look on the review man. I have been intrigued to pick up a v.b for awhile now but no one in my shop has had one so i didnt get the usual " word of mouth" opinions so thanks again.
I understand there is a spring system inside the machine. Does that mean the spring in a cartridge is going to take away some of the hitting power of the machine? I get the feeling this machine would perform better and hit harder with traditional needles because there wouldn’t be two spring systems working against one another? I’m an apprentice and am leaning towards this machine but this one aspect is holding me back. Any advice? What do you guys think? Will the lines come out crisp with cartridges? I would like to avoid traditional needles because if the rubber bands breaking. Cartridges don’t need a stabilizer do they?
Best tattoo channel out there! Amazing and the review out there! Watched it about 10 times before ordering one for myself, and another 10 times while waiting for v.b to ship it 😅 How long was delivery for you on this? Would looove maybe a follow up vid on this amazing machine, like the one you did for the valhalla. Maybe a machine collection vid talking about what you have used in the past, and whats the rotation at the moment. Which one for what uses and what not. Best setups and stuff. Loving all of the content, but as a gear freak these reviews and the straight-forward info is hard to come by and much appreachiated. Sending love from Norway!
Hey man, how do you like the machine for color packing? Also curious, moving from some of your pen style machines do you find the overall size/weight strenuous on your wrists or too bulky during long and repetitious shading sessions?
Sounds so dreamy & I love how it kinda looks like the love child of a Microdial & a Bishop 😍. Is this still your fav/most versatile machine? Beautiful work in all styles. Great & super helpful review! Wow... down to 3 volts.🤩
Hello Tyler, I have the Avenger 2 Pro for about 3 months now and one thing is really annoying me, the rubber bands that I put to hold the plunge bar breaks all the time, I’ve bought black rubber bands at painful pleasures specifically for tattoo machines, does this situation happens with you as well? If not what kind of rubber bands do you buy?
It has happened to me before, but you just have to figure out how to have it wrap. That’s one of my complaints about this machine is it’s easy to break rubber bands. Make sure it’s not grinding against the top of your tube that is coming out of the top of the vice. That was my problem.
Thank you for sharing! I just ordered from the website and it takes three weeks to arrive to Spain also, thanks for showing the Critical battery combo, this is exactly the question in mind. It fits ! gonna get it now im a DK tattooer, been so get used to DK power, now its time to try this little one!
Great choice ! They were on sale for Black Friday and I thought about buying another one just for back up ahah Did you get one of their weird colors ? Or just black?
What do you use to clean the machine? I’ve been using either alcohol or the same disinfectant we use on our stations but I’m starting to see subtle signs of rust on one of the screws.. so I’m scared 😟
I love it for dotwork and lining but geez does it destroy disposable tubes I'm using it now with stainless tubes that I had from the coil days and it's great I recommend stainless tubes
@@ThatTattooGuyOfficial yeah that vice style will crush cheaper dispisabletubes but tatsoul and fk irons haven't been an issue but the kingpin ones got crushed u have to barely tighten it it's the vice style Dan kubins machines have done the same
Thank you for the review, right now I’m still running my edge x for lining, but I need something a little faster, would you say this machine a fast liner?
Got a question a got peak forge c battery pack for my vlad blad haven’t seen both yet since i just ordered them i was wondering if it was gonna fit it after watching this
Hey.. thanks for the video.. a question i have see in the image video the tecnical drawing diference from avenger 1 and 2.. please were is this web site?i`m interesing please .. ! Thanks and good work bro
@@ThatTattooGuyOfficial I do think the axys Valhalla is a great machine for switching stroke lengths but the Neuma 4 takes it a step further and gives 4 different profiles on any of your preferred stroke lengths. Essentially you could have a liner/ shader / packer for any size stroke length. This avenger 2 pro will definitely be my next machine though!
What’s up my bro Tyler. I bought the Avenger 2 Pro but I need to buy the plunger bar, which one do you recommend me to buy it? I will use it with cartridge grips. Thank you for the videos!
@@ThatTattooGuyOfficial Thanks brother, I just watched your video about disposable grips and I figured everything out. I bought the Precision Grips and they don’t come with the plunger bars 🤦🏻♂️ my fault as a beginner because I didn’t know that lol. I will buy the TATSoul wrath ones since is the best that you’ve recommended in your video. Also I want to thank you again because your videos has been very helpful in my dream of becoming an artist.
I have found a used one with a little bit worn on the stroke adjustment (dont know if it natural to wear there...i mean where the pin goes to change the stroke)He sells it for 500 euros with an adjustable grip.Wpuld you buy it?
Hey, question, i have the wand liner now but i am reallly impressed about this vladblad. Do you think it’s als good for like really really fine-line? With a 3RL for example. And I mean tattoo’s like 1 cm. Really hoping you could answer this because I am probably going to buy it then!!
Great video mate ,question...how long took the delivery to you ?and the way they send the payment request and all the stuff seems a little different is this secure ?, I made a order and they said it will take about 10-25 days to manufacture and assemble my order before shipping it is right did you got the same message ? I just want to be sure before make any payment thanks 🙏
It was prob 2 weeks? And yeah I thought the payment request was weird too but it was through PayPal so they guarantee your money if someone where to rip you off.. which they won’t I don’t think. They have been selling machines for years.
@@ThatTattooGuyOfficial Thanks buddy great info that gives me the green light to send the payment . keep the awesome videos teaching and sharing your knowledge
@@ThatTattooGuyOfficial hey buddy so I order it and took 3 weeks for the shipping ,glad it’s already in the us , question did DHL request any info from you or did you had to pay extra fees to them? This message pop up in the DHL tracking page Further Detail DHL needs further information from the importer. Next Step A DHL representative shall attempt to contact the importer or please contact DHL Customer Service for further assistance. Customer should contact DHL Customer Service if not reached by DHL Thanks again man ! 🙏
How would you rate this machine compared to the dam kubin vr3 sidewinder!!! I’ll be honest I naught the kuban and never gave this machine a thought at the time because I thought it was just a knock off. Also how does it feel with a battery pack on the back?
I never tried a DK. I kinda steered clear of them because I’ve heard a lot of people talk about how they are annoying to deal with sometimes lol But over all I would say this is my number 1 fav machine of all time. Very Versatile. It’s not bad with a critical battery on it but that’s the only ones I’ve ever tried. I
If one were to use disposable cartridge tube/grips with this machine, what length plungers would you recommend? Or is needle-on-bar just the way to go with this style of machine? TIA
Which battery would you recommend for this maschine.? I want to try wireless with the Vlad Vlad a anger pro 2. I would really appreciate your advice xx
hy, with what voltage does the machine run, and would you say that the avanger 2 pro is better for lines than the bishop wand liner. Thank you for your answer, greetings from Austria
Voltage runs from 2-10 volts. And it’s a toss up man. I think I’m actually going to make a video about comparing the 2. You can’t go wrong with either. Both very solid liners. The vlad blad is just much more versatile
No I didn’t run it with traditional needles. I use cartridges. If it’s able to do well with carts and the resistance they have I assume it would prob run a little smoother with traditional needles to tell you the truth.
Hey bro what cartridges do you use with the bishop wand? My liner wand has been giving me issues with single pass lines and im trying to solve the problem. Online it says that it should lay some quick solid lines and hits hard but it's as if it just doesn't work fast enough for me.
Seems like a great machine, unfortunately I can't find it in stock. One question I have is on the needles... it looks like it uses traditional needles, but can it use cartridges as well?
Hey man. I notices some time ago you really liked the axyz valhalla for lining. Do you like this machine better for lining??? And besides wand liner whats your "go 2" lining machine....????
@@ThatTattooGuyOfficial ok cool. Thanx heaps for reply. I also noticed you didn't get a long with the neuma 4. Besides ur issues with it would you agree it's powerful and " punchy"?? Obviously I'm looking for a liner.
@@Max-dm3vg I didn’t like it as a liner, I honestly didn’t like it for anything really. I didn’t think it was punchy. I’ve heard great things about it but when I tested it I just wasn’t feeling it at all.
Ive never bought anything over seas i live in the US and would love to own this machine is there anywhere domestic that has this machine in stock. ps love your videos man keep up the good work
So what all would I need to buy for this machine. I'm just getting into tattooing and I'm not sure what to buy. I would like this machine but navigating their website and figuring out what I need is overwhelming. If you could please help me with a list of things I should order I would be appreciative. I've looked for a list but I can't find anything. I don't want to order the wrong things and not be able to start practicing. Thank you for your help and suggestions
I like it its a kool machine i use it alot for dotwork but i like it with 4.7 and standard needles it hits kinda like a cut back liner coil machine its rad as fuck 4.2 really good for lines its an amazing shader but my only gripe it bust rubber bands had to order the thick ones from kingpin
Dear friend if you can get yur hand on the neuma 4 & compare it with this one and the bishop wand liner would be cool. Your are soo cool. Keep doing it💥💣
Hey! I just bought this machine and noticed the instructions say nothing about recommended voltage. 0-10v is a broad range. Do you have any preferences?
I would say this machine. It can be a good beginning machine but then you will be able to grow with it and it’s super versatile so you won’t need a bunch of different machines
I am not at the shop right now so I’m not sure of the brand, but I brought it from an Instagram add actually. I think they are called continuous led bar lights or something like that? amzn.to/3iB3Hwc This is something similar but there are so many to choose from
Thanks for the video brow... but after watching it I had a big question. You’ve just showed three great machines: vlad blad, bishop wand and the microangelo. If you have to pick just one of these for shading, which one do you consider the best option considering weight, vibration and noise? If you don’t mind I really like to know you opinion. Thanks again
I just ordered this and am totally stoked to start using it. How do you think this compares to a Dan Kubin Sidewinder VR3 by Workhorse Irons? Better, worse, different? I've been using one for about a year and I love it but was definitely intrigued by this design and apparent functionality. Thanks!
Hey man! I just got the Vlad blad myself! I tried to message you in instagram, I have a few questions.. I love the machine. Mine is acting weird! It’s like it revs up and down. Like the voltage is inconsistent. Or maybe something is binding up. Idk?! I am using a battery pack. Lightning bolt from black lab. Idk if that might be the issue??? HELPPPPP
I finally got my hands on mine ! BUT the little hold block that sits in the stroke length arm which the screw tightens into dropped out?!! Have you had any issues ? Thank you 🙏
@@ThatTattooGuyOfficial somehow I must've but there's no clearance to get it back in? Bizarre! Found someone in the comments that it also happened to .. hoping they reply 😬
@@ThatTattooGuyOfficial ok so, you slide a flat head screw driver under the arm and pop it up while the stroke setting is at its lowest, pop the block back in with the ridged side against the screw. Do not lose the spring! And pop back together.. ✅
@@ThatTattooGuyOfficial amazing so in mexico i cant orden the avenger the goverment has some restrictions to do payments vía PayPal to russia .. is a way to take in this case the wand most of the time i Need it for lining and some stiple shadding and dot Work … whats the low voltage for work in the wand liner by Bishop ? I mean the start voltage for stipple shadding in the liner wand ?
I have this machine and I’ve been noticing that the power cuts out or dies down a bit while I’m tattooing. Does anyone else have this issue? I’m thinking it could be that I need a new rca cord. I run around 8-8.5 volts for lining and shading.
I have had that problem when my cable was dying. Hopefully it’s that and not your power supply. But I haven’t had any problem with power for this machine yet
That Tattoo Guy okay thanks I will try a new cord. My power supply is a critical XR and I’ve only had it approximately 6 months so I doubt it’s the power supply. When the power starts to dip, I pull my hand away from the tattoo, and kinda wiggle/shake the machine until the power increases. Ordering a new cord today. Thank you!
It functions better. Its easier to line with and just for my style over all. I also like that I’m able to use disposables with it since axys stopped making the disposables a while ago(I’m not sure if they restarted making them again tho) It just made tattooing easier honestly.
I’ve had this machine for 3 weeks and it’s absolutely the worse tattoo machine I’ve ever used by far if I could return it I would. It’s posted as no noise no vibrations but the vibrations are beyond any coil machine by far and it’s very heavy. Wouldn’t recommend
