The Choptones Carved V200 Legacy Rig Library from Overloud is a rig simulator and expansion library for the TH-U Rig Player. Capturing the authentic sound of a Steve Vai signature Carvin Legacy II V200 amp head loaded with EL34 and 6L6 tubes, this library delivers loads of versatility, thanks to its numerous speaker/cab combos, capture mics, and gain-boosting pedals.

This rig library was captured with 12 different microphones and eight different cabinet and speaker combinations, ranging from 2x12 to 4x12 cabinets with numerous revered Celestion speakers such as Celestion V30, G12EVH, and V-Type, for a total of 120 rigs. 11 gain-enhancing pedals were also used in the capture from Ibanez, MXR, Mesa, and more, for even greater aggression and bite. This library was designed to be used in any version of TH-U that sports Overloud's Rig Player (a 3D amp simulator, which makes it easy to reproduce accurate real-world rig models and tweak them to your desire). Choptones Carved V200 Legacy is a great choice for ultralong sustain and warm, complex tones that respond very well to soloing.

Quality Rig Capture for TH-U Rig Player    Carvin Legacy II V200 Steve Vai Head    12 Mics, 8 Amp Combos, 120 Rigs Total    11 Gain-Boosting Pedals    3D Rig Simulation with Rig-to-Model Tech    Compatible with All Versions of TH-U

For this rig library, Overloud selected a unique amp head, the Carvin Legacy II V200 signature Steve Vai amp head, which delivers boutique tones and an organic sound. Loaded with EL34 and 6L6 tubes, this amp is rich and complex, with a very warm clean channel. Versatile and distinctive, this amp head is an ideal choice for the skilled, soloing guitarist, as it's signature namesake suggests.

The Carved V200 Legacy rig library was captured using numerous cabinets and speakers, for a wide variety of Celestion flavors. The cabinet and speaker combos include:

• Marshall 1960 4x12 loaded with a Celestion V30 and G12M
• Marshall 425 4x12 loaded with a Celestion G12C
• Mesa/Boogie 4x12 loaded with a Celestion V30 and G12EVH
• Mesa/Boogie 2x12 loaded with a Celestion V-Type
• EVH 5150III 4x12 loaded with a Celestion G12EVH
• Friedman 4x12 loaded with a Celestion G12M

This rig library was created using an assortment of 12 different quality microphones for a range of IRs and tones to ensure accurate and flexible simulation. This list includes:

• Shure SM57 and SM58
• Sennheiser MD421, e609, and e906
• Royer R121
• Beyerdynamic M160
• Grundig GDM121
• AKG C414
• Audix i5
• Heil PR30 and PR20

Along with its many cab/speaker combos and mics, this rig library was captured using 11 guitar pedals for potent gain boosting and further sonic possibilities. These include:

• MXR Wylde OD
• MXR Berzerker OD
• MXR 5150 OD
• MXR Modified OD
• Ibanez TS9
• Mesa Grid Slammer
• Mesa Flux Drive
• Boss SD1 TS808 Mod
• Maxon OD808X
• Marshall Bluesbreaker
• Seymour Duncan 805

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is this the same as Hahnemuhle Platine?

A: The Epson Legacy Platine paper is intended for giclée printing while retaining a darkroom aesthetic. The Hahnemuhle Platine paper has no sizing, which makes it inadequate for inkjet printing, and is mostly for platinum or alternative printing processes. Based on your use case, your mileage may vary.

Q: 2. Would this work well with a battery grip equipped camera such as a Canon T4i or 5D Mark IV?

A: While it would work with both cameras it would not be able to work with the cameras battery grip unless you remove the handle of the edelkrone Pocket Rig 3.

Q: 3. I just noticed it as a matte finish. Do I use the Matte K ink on an epson 3880? I didn't switch fro the gloss K and at first glance the few prints look very fine!

A: The matte papers can be used with either the matte black ink or the photo black ink. The glossy and luster papers are limited to use with the photo black ink.

Q: 4. What's shelf life for this developer? (Full sealed container and half full)

A: The Legacy Pro LMAX Liquid Film Developer has about a 2 year shelf life for a sealed bottle. Due to variable storage conditions, they cannot specify the shelf life of an open or half full bottle.

Q: 5. Can you share the lifecycle status of this product? Is there risk that this product will become obsolete?

A: Depending on storage conditions fixer should last for about 2-3 years after mixing.

Q: 6. If you look at a horizon or anything with a strait line across the view does it bow the line above & below the center line of the view?

A: No it should not.

Q: 7. Can I use this on Fiber-Based printing papers?

A: Yes. The Legacy Pro Tube Squeegee can be used with fiber base papers.

Q: 8. is this binocular made of metal?

A: The inner material is a hard metal material, and the outside is rubberized.

Q: 9. Does this paper work OK in the P900 top loader or is it necessary to front load?

A: The Epson Legacy Fibre Paper (17 x 22", 25 Sheets), B&H # EPLEFR1722, can fit on either paper loader.

Q: 10. How long to be washed after fixer?

A: black and white film, 2- 4 minutes, then hypo clear, and wash 5 minutes.