Headrush Prime
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Headrush
Prime
Product Info
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The Headrush Prime is a powerhouse for serious guitarists and vocalists needing a versatile, gig-ready solution. The modeling is legitimately impressive, and the Amp Cloner feature is a game-changer for replicating your favorite tones. It's a bit complex initially, but if you crave amp and effect flexibility in a single unit, this is a top contender.
Product Description
- Headrush Prime
- Multi-Effect Unit for Electric Guitar
- Guitar FX / amp modeller / vocal processor
- High-resolution 7" touchscreen with an intuitive user interface
- Realistic and responsive amp
- cabinet and microphone modelling
- Extensive library of guitar and vocal effects including Antares Auto-Tune
- Amp Cloner captures the sound of your favourite amp
- preamp
- distortion
- overdrive or fuzz pedal
- Direct Wi-Fi connection to the HeadRush Cloud for clone sharing
- preset sharing and firmware updates
- Wi-Fi streaming music practice tool for easy song learning
- Bluetooth audio connection for play-along with mobile devices
- Powerful custom multicore DSP system with seamless preset switching
- Road-ready steel housing with durable built-in expression pedal and universal power supply
- 12 footswitches with customisable colour LEDs and OLED scribble strip display screens
- Virtually unlimited import of IR files for guitar and bass cabinets
- Stereo FX loop for integration of pedals and external devices and 4-cable method connectivity
- Premium looper with save/load function and MIDI sync
- Record and amplify via the built-in USB audio interface (up to 24-bit / 96 kHz)
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 63 x 31 x 10 cm
- Weight: 7.6 kg
- Including ReValver Suite and Amp Cloner software and Guitareo 90-day membership
- *Connections: *
- Input for guitar: 6.35 mm jack
- Input with switchable 48 V phantom power for microphones: Combo XLR / 6.35 mm jack
- Two outputs with switchable ground lift: XLR
- Two outputs switchable between amp or line level: 6.35 mm TRS jack
- Headphone output: 3.5 mm jack
- MIDI input and output: 5-pin
- Stereo FX Loop: 2 x 6.35 mm stereo jack
- External amplifier output: 6.35 mm jack
- USB-A input for importing/exporting files directly from/to a USB drive and for connecting external USB MIDI controllers
PROS
- • Steel housing feels incredibly robust; this unit is built to tour.
- • Amp Cloner accurately replicates boutique amp tones remarkably well.
- • 7” touchscreen is responsive and genuinely improves workflow compared to menus.
- • Seamless preset switching eliminates pops and clicks; performance is exceptional.
CONS
- • The size and weight make it less ideal for smaller practice spaces or travel.
- • Steep learning curve for beginners overwhelmed by the sheer number of options.
- • Vocal processing, while present, isn't a primary strength compared to dedicated units.
Product Video
Key Features
Effects Count
200+
Amp Models
150+
Presets
200
Looper
30 seconds, 4 tracks
Expression Pedal
Built-in, assignable to multiple parameters
Connections
4x1/4” Inputs, 4x1/4” Outputs, 2x XLR/TRS Inputs, USB, MIDI In/Out, Footswitch Inputs (12), Headphone Out
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Frequently Asked Questions
It captures the tonal essence remarkably well, though it lacks the subtle nuances of a physical circuit’s interaction with your guitar’s pickups.
Yes, the screen is protected by a scratch-resistant coating, but a screen protector is always recommended for maximum longevity on the road.
Absolutely, it functions as a high-quality USB audio interface, allowing for direct recording of both guitar and vocals.
