Valeton: Dapper Dark

The heartache continues- there's actually a Valeton Dapper for metal dweebs out there, the DARK. Why think too much of something that highly likely won't make it here? 😤

Dapper mini

Valeton's Dapper unit was featured here recently: CLICK. It's a direct competition to Tech 21's Fly Rig 5, no secret about it. Things are getting more compact come 2017 as the Dapper gets a MINI version seen here. I own a Valeton overdrive unit, it's above average but I wish more of the manufacturer's products are brought in come 2017. Like Moer & Hotone, the Valeton name hold its own when it comes to sensible offerings albeit the obscurity. 

Valeton: Dapper

I have plans to get my hands on this Valeton Dapper 4-in-1 effects unit. It's quite different from a multi-FX unit as it's really re-housing the individual pedals in a single serving. It's also limited in it's presentation as the user is strictly not able to re-order the effects but the upside to it is the effects loop feature which allows you to have some add-ons if you think your life depends on other externals. The Dapper also has a cabinet simulator switch if you choose to plug this directly into your computer; definitely a great consideration for live performers. The following video lets you hear the Dapper in its amp-free glory:

The other green meanie

This is a drive pedal (by the obscure manufacturer called Valeton), the hue of which implies the obvious; it's a Tube Screamer repro. It's Chinese & has no obligations to shadow the original product closely. It also runs on adaptor only, the smaller footprint here means it's a favoured selection for the pedal board geek. I don't own a pedal board & I think I have enough TS variations to see me through some above average drive tones but after hearing this one in the store, it had to come home with me. Too many of such clones failed miserably when both volume & drive are turned up but this one maintained its composure so the harmonics sensitivity as well as drive saturation are present without dysfunctional distractions. All this in a vintage platform that would appeal to players who prefer a contemporary voicing. Splendid.