The Reviews Are In: The Valeton GP-50 Kicks Ass!
The Valeton GP-50 packs better controls and upgraded features into a compact unit that brings NAM from the studio to the stage.
Here at TONE3000, it’s no secret that we’re stans of the Valeton GP series guitar effects pedals. And why not? These budget-friendly stomp boxes have made it possible for guitarists to take their NAM tones (and even amplifier cabinet impulses responses) from the studio to the stage.
Recently, Valeton introduced the newest addition to their GP series lineup: the Valeton GP-50. Designed as the heir-appearant to their best-selling GP-5 unit, the GP-50 builds on the GP-5’s strong foundation by improving usability, control, and versatility. Upgrades include a larger 1.77″ color display, more knobs and buttons, and two customizable footswitches for easier on-the-fly adjustments. It also adds a built-in rechargeable battery for true portability, a looper, expanded connections including external switch/expression pedal support, and more flexible routing. These upgrades make navigating presets and editing tones far more intuitive, transforming it from a compact practice tool into a legit, stage-ready multi-effects rig. All you need to unlock all this power are some free NAM captures and impulse responses from TONE3000.
Introducing the Valeton GP-50
So far, the reviews of the Valeton GP-50 have been overwhelmingly positive. But is it right for you? Let’s take a look at some of the most essential demos, walkthroughs, and reviews from the YouTube guitar community to give us a better idea of what the GP-50 can do, who it’s for, and if it’s the right NAM hardware player for you.
The guys at Andertons Music Co. go in depth with their review of the Valeton GP-50.
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If metal is your thing, check out Guitar Safari’s shred-heavy review and demo of the Valeton GP-50
The release of the new Valeton GP-50, and it’s positive reception from the guitar community, is just more good news for people who love NAM. It’s also proof that NAM continues to live up to its reputation as the biggest new development in guitar tech. With more and more NAM compatible hardware players like the Valeton GP-50 coming out, guitarists are just beginning to join the revolution in AI-powered tone.
