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REVV Amps releases Standard V2 Editions of its G-Series - G2, G3, G4
So we now have the official release of the Standard V2 Editions - following on from the V2 Anniversary variants. Both contain the exact same new V2 version of the circuit - just in a different livery. There are still some of the Anniversary Edition available - so you kind of have a choice in how you want your V2 G-Series pedals to look!
I own all 3 of the originals - and I really like all of them - actually with the G4 being my favourite. It’s somewhat galling that I need to collect them all over again. It all seems very recent - but I completed the set in June of 2019. These hold the same $229 price tag and are very decent value.
The main outward differences between the original and V2 series are the added pinstripe and the smaller more corporately consistent logo. I actually really love the look of the original - and I’m not sure this new edition looks quite as appealing - at least outwardly. Internally quite a lot has been enhanced - resulting in a marked improvement in the articulation and texture of each of those pedals.
As I said - I loved the originals - and am looking to get these new ones in too - but it’s a significant investment (£657) - while obviously obsoleting those 3 previous favourites of mine. I will likely get them in one at a time - starting with my favourite G4 variant.
These are already in stock at REVVamplification.com and for some North American Dealers - while they’ve seemingly yet to arrive in Europe. I acquired all my original 3 direct from REVV - as those weren’t stocked in the UK at the time of release. There’s a few UK REVV Dealers now - and I will likely get my 3 from Andertons - while I will try to acquire them semi-opportunistically. I always feel some sort of upgrade path should be offered for customers who have the full set already in the original format.
Key New Features :
- Increased pick attack response
- Thick low end without sacrificing tightness
- More clear & cutting midrange
- Raises the bar for tube-like feel & tone
Further details on each below! :
Series Demo
G2 British-style Bark and Breakup Mid-Gain Overdrive, with articulate crunchy delivery - $229
Controls - Bass, Middle, Treble, Volume, Drive Mode : Blue (more saturation) / Off / Red (most saturation), Gain.
Upgraded circuit for this core JTM45 / BluesBreaker+ adjacent circuit - which delivers a really beautifully textured crunchy breakup character.
Features
- Organic 'amp-in-a-box' pedal based on the G120 - Green channel
- Tube-like crunch tones with great dynamics & clarity
- 3 Position Drive switch for different voicing and gain saturation
- Sounds great in front of an amp, or in the FX Loop as a pre-amp
- Top-mounted jacks for convenience & saving space on your board
- Built to tour ready quality standards
G3 Mid-Focused, Tight, Modern Profile High Gain Distoriton - $229
Controls - Bass, Middle, Treble, Volume, Drive Mode : Blue (more saturation) / Off / Red (most saturation), Gain.
An upgraded version of this modern Mids-focused distortion pedal with an even more articulate mid-range and tighter delivery.
Features
- Organic 'amp-in-a-box' pedal based on the G120 - Purple channel
- Aggressive - Tight Midrange - High Gain tones with amazing clarity
- 3 Position aggression switch for different voicing and saturation
- Sounds great in front of an amp, or in the FX Loop as a pre-amp
- Top-mounted jacks for convenience & saving space on your board
- Built to tour ready quality standards
G4 Full Fat, Vintage Profile High Gain Distoriton - $229
Controls - Bass, Middle, Treble, Volume, Drive Mode : Blue (more saturation) / Off / Red (most saturation), Gain.
Upgraded vintage style full fat high-gain distortion with more punch and articulation.
Features
- Organic 'amp-in-a-box' pedal based on the G120 - Red channel
- Fat - Chewy Distortion - High Gain tones with clarity & sustain
- 3 Position aggression switch for different voicing and saturation
- Sounds great in front of an amp, or in the FX Loop as a pre-amp
- Top-mounted jacks for convenience & saving space on your board
- Built to tour ready quality standards
