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Description
Plug in and rock out with the Scholz Research & Development Rockman X100 Headphone Amp, a revolutionary piece of gear that transformed the way guitarists practice and create music. Designed by iconic engineer Tom Scholz of Boston fame, this headphone amp is perfect for musicians who need to jam quietly yet crave the rich tones of a full setup. The Rockman X100 delivers four classic amp modes: Clean 1, Clean 2, Edge, and Distortion, each offering a distinct sonic palette for your guitar.
This compact powerhouse isn't just for private practice. It features a stereo chorus and a stereo echo, giving your sound a lush, ambient quality. The Rockman X100 is equipped with a 1/4" stereo output that can be connected to an external amp or mixing console, making it versatile for both home studio and stage environments. Additionally, it includes an auxiliary input, allowing you to play along with your favorite tracks or backing tracks effortlessly.
Key Features:
- Four amp modes: Clean 1, Clean 2, Edge, Distortion
- Integrated stereo chorus and echo effects
- 1/4" stereo output for external amp or console connection
- Auxiliary input for playing along with external audio sources
- Ideal for silent practice and portable use
- Designed by Tom Scholz, ensuring authentic and high-quality sound
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Version 3 of the RMS X100 uses Spin FV-1 DSP for precise reverb and echo, offering adjustable parameters unlike earlier versions.
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The Rockman X100’s unique sound stems from its onboard compressor with a high pass filter at 5KHz and a mid-range emphasizing preset EQ.
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RMS units are noted for having hi-fi output quality, contrasting with the original Rockman’s noisy output.
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In a YouTube video by Mateus Starling titled "ACABEI OPTANDO PELO KEMPER," guitarist Kiko Pereira mentions at the 2:50 mark his use of the Scholz Research & Development Rockman X100 Headphone Amp, developed by Tom Scholz. Pereira notes that he used this amp from 1985 to around 1988, initially to play with headphones and later directly into the mixer to record songs for the band Roupa Nova, although he mistakenly credits the creation of the unit to Tony Iommi.
Timony: What I like about this record is that we weren’t trying to force it. It was more like, “What do we have? What do we like?” The answer to, “What do we like?” was definitely late ’‘80s Heart, but we also had a bunch of songs that definitely didn’t fit into that. We also used this headphones amplifier called the Rockman. We read somewhere that Mutt Lange used it a lot on [the Def Leppard album] Hysteria. Tom Schultz from Boston invented it.
Wright: If you listen to the guitar sound on “More Than a Feeling,” it’s the same guitar sound on our song “Good Times” [laughs]. It’s just this little box you plug into and it goes straight into the computer.
Timony: And it’s got that great blend of chorus and distortion that’s so ’‘80s.
Wright: It’s so satisfying.
In a video titled "The ROCKMAN Headphone Amp | Def Leppard 'Hysteria' Guitar Tones" on his YouTube channel, R.J. Ronquillo demonstrates his use of and enthusiasm for the Scholz Research & Development Rockman X100 Headphone Amp.
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