Peavey Vypyr VIP-1 Guitar Combo Amplifier

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Peavey's Vypyr amps are like a guitar toolbox. A plethora of amp models, effects, outputs and inputs are available in this versatile 20-watt amp.

Once again Peavey Electronics revolutionizes the modeling amp industry. Introducing the world's first Variable Instrument Performance amplifier, the VYPYR VIP-1. The world's first amp that contains Bass guitar, Acoustic guitar and Electric guitar amplifier models. Now for the first time ever using our Variable Instrument Input a single amp can provide amplification for a variety of instrument types. Not only does the amplifier morph from a bass amp to an acoustic amp, to an electric amp. It also, for the first time ever in an amplifier in this category, allows the electric guitar player access to instrument models as well.

See the VYPYR VIP in action with this video from Peavey:


Using appropriate technology, Peavey uses a combination of powerful 32-bit, floating point SHARC processors and patented Transtube analog circuitry to create the best sounding modeling amplifiers available. Nothing sounds as good as a VYPYR. All VYPYR effects, amp models and parameter controls can be accessed via the amp itself, with no need to hook the amplifier to a computer. Peavey's WYSIWYG control surface quickly allows the user the ability to see and adjust the control position, no guessing where the control is supposed to be, or having to manually move it to where it should be preset to preset.

VYPYRs USB bi-directional data and audio port provides and easy way to record, and or connect to our VYPYR software and store presets, get lessons, and practice to backing tracks while connected to read more your computer. All of the revolutionary features from the original VYPYR series now even better. More power, more effects, more amp models, Variable Instrument Input, instrument models, and more make this the ultimate amplifier.

Features:

- 20 watts
- Acoustic guitar simulation
- Bass guitar Simulation
- Acoustically ported semi-closed back
- Patented TransTube technology
- 16 Presets
- 25 amp accessible effects
- 36 on board amp models
- 6 bass amp models
- 6 acoustic amp models
- Enhanced chromatic tuner
- On-board looper - activated with optional Sanpera I or II
- WYSIWYG (what you see is what you get) controls
- Amp accessible real time dual parameter controls
- Amp accessible global reverb and delay
- Tap Tempo
- Bi-directional USB - Data - Midi - Audio record out
- Aux/MP3/CD input
- Studio quality headphone out
- Up to 4 effects simultaneously
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- Amp Type: Modeling/Solid State
- Number of Channels: 4
- Power: 20W
- Speakers: 1 x 8"
- Effects: Yes
- Reverb: Yes
- EQ: 3-band EQ
- Amp Modeling: Yes
- Number of Models: 36 amp models
- Preamp Tubes: No tubes
- Power Tubes: No tubes
- Inputs: 1 x TS
- Footswitch I/O: Yes
- Height: 17.5"
- Width: 17.5"
- Depth: 10"
- Weight: 20 lbs.

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 877-732-8391
Email: customerservice@peavey.com
Web: https://peavey.com/c/Contact-Us

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars. (9 ratings)
Submitted August 13, 2014 by Doug B in Friendsville, PA

"Great amp for the price"

Overall: 4 out of 5 stars
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This amp is a great value for it's price. I also own a line 6 spyder III and this thing is a much better amp. I only needed a practice combo, and went with the 20w version, although I do now wish I'd gotten the vypyr II as that has fuzz, and a few more effects that I'm sort of missing now. Nice cleans, and of course the modeler for the 6505. The XXX is nice also. The gritty stuff is where this amp shines. I'd buy again, except that I'd probably upgrade to the Vypyr VIP II next time. I haven't used Peavey support so they got a 5 by default. ZZounds is an awesome company with easy payment plans, and great customer service.

Musical Background:

1 year of guitar at home

Musical Style:

Hard rock / Metal
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