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Al Krow

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  1. Al Krow
    Just been checking the video clip that Dan posted in the OP and, apart from loving that bass riff at the start (is that from a song or original?), I think there is indeed effects loop through (03.21 of the clip) - so no work around required! And, damn! That's a good meaty drive tone at 03.40... As it happens, I have just recently sold my DG head 😅
  2. Al Krow
    Yeah agreed that software is key, which is where Helix wins out over its rivals. But Headrush have a quad core processor in their MX5 which is their equivalent of the Stomp; whereas the Stomp sports the same chip that Helix (i.e. half the processing power available in the Floor and LT) has been using in their range since 2015. There's potential for significant upside with additional DSP and I think you've commented on the benefits of the additional processing power in your Floor elsewhere? Helix could potentially bring that to their Stomp which, together with a larger screen on the Stomp (similar to the competition is already doing), would be a nice upgrade.
  3. Al Krow
    Cheers Dan - good spot. A LOT of useful extra features on this unit not available on my Tech 21 VTDI, which is a great piece of kit, and which makes me think that this could be worth checking out, and would seem to easily justify the £100 premium over the VTDI: - two stomp switches which allows you to set the clean tone you want as an always-on and kick in the drive when needed, rather than having to choose between one or the other with the VTDI (or faff around with resetting the dials - not really something you want to be doing on a live set); - the dirt has both saturation level and separate volume level; - three "classic" factory cabs sims for 115, 410 and 810 cabs or up to three cabs of your own by using the (free) Ampeg IR Loader app (via USB port), plus separate volume control; - semi-parametric mids; - ultra-Hi and 3-way ultra-Lo switches (including a cut to the Lo - which I'm guessing is equivalent to an hpf); - variable compressor up to 10:1 ratio - albeit one knob functionality and no metering; - aux-in (with separate vol control) / headphone section - making it perfect silent home practice home tool. Given the prices of the recently launched Bergantino pre-amp and the Origin kit, and all the extra features this is offering over a VTDI, it's pricing doesn't seem particularly excessive? If it sounds good, Ampeg could be onto a winner here.
  4. Al Krow
    Nope hadn't seen it - good spot! Well that's an absolute beast of a unit both in terms of size and processing power. If they end up doing an LT version it could be very interesting. And what's also interesting is that it could maybe spur a response from Helix, who've not really introduced anything properly new for 5 years since Helix Stomp came out, to much excitement and acclaim. Fingers crossed to 2023 being a vintage year for multifx releases!
  5. Al Krow
    When you say "accurate" with normal muting are you not simply implying a more staccato style? But same point applies to having to use it all the time. The Boss SY-200 doesn't require you to adopt muting to avoid farting/glitching. The trade-off is not as rich synth tone as the FI delivers. So horses for courses, depending on what works best for you.
  6. Al Krow
    Not debating that palm muting is a useful technique - I use it on plenty of material. It's being forced to use it all the time with the FI even when not appropriate to the song we're playing, just to avoid the FI pedal farting/glitching all over the place that I've an issue with.
  7. Al Krow
    Haha ok. I prefer pedals that don't make you change your technique to make them work but, instead, work with you. But maybe that's just me?
  8. Al Krow
    Muting makes you a better bass player? Even when it's not appropriate for the particular bass line you're playing? Don't follow.
  9. Al Krow
    "Been using the Xvive U4 for a little while and it's been really good" - good to come across another encouraging recommendation for the Xvive U4s. Seems like most folk who've tried them as a decent quality affordable wireless option are pretty happy with them.
  10. Al Krow
    Raise the pup height at just the G string end so it's a little closer to the G string than the E string.
  11. Al Krow
    I've a similar issue with my KZ 10s - I think these tips have been recommended on this thread and I'm about to try them out: COMPLY T-400 Sports Isolation Earbud Tips
  12. Al Krow
    Phil are you using the plastic/rubber tips provided with the KZ 10s or have tried other tips with them?
  13. Al Krow
    Yes, mine has single and dual coil pull/push switch. I get a really nice crisp tone / greater clarity in single coil mode. Just checked and as @cetera said, it did indeed come loaded with EMG 40TWs.
  14. Al Krow
    Thanks for that and helpful to know. But unfortunately we're limited to 1/4" jack sockets for our monitor outs from our desk.
  15. Al Krow
    Apologies if this question has been dealt with before, but with a Behringer P2 would folk recommend getting: (i) XLR to 1/4" jack lead to connect the P2 to the desk in preference over a normal guitar cable, or doesn't it matter much? (ii) Does the 1/4" jack need to be TRS?
  16. Al Krow
    Ah ok. I mean fair enough he's got to do what he thinks best commercially. But seems like a relatively minor tweak to the existing model is what's going to be on offer and, in particular no glitch-fix or better UI?
  17. Al Krow
    Another +1 for the HB Iso Pros. Compact and good value.
  18. Al Krow
    You've always been a chip off the old block.
  19. Al Krow
    Sounds great! OLED screen plus if it's no longer limited by chip storage to allow for later software updates from you Peter, that would actually nail it for me! Colour me super interested!
  20. Al Krow
    Sounds exciting! If you can also get your "glitch-fix" encoded at the same time and maybe a more capable visual user interface (something as basic as the Boss RC5?), that would be a really cool upgrade.
  21. Al Krow
    I've used an NXT 212 and absolutely loved it. Actually gone as far as using my bass rig to put vocals and keys through, as well as bass, at a couple of venues where we had limited space (the 212 slots nicely below the keys!); have a listen for yourselves and see what you think: LA Mixtrax (@lamixtrax) (Shameless plug! - I've actually got mine it in the FS currently, although definitely in two minds about selling it and they're apparently pretty hard to get hold of new in the UK at the moment).
  22. Al Krow
    Your contradiction is neatly resolved in the form of a BB 2005 (providing you don't also hate 5 string basses, haha!)
  23. Al Krow
    "Unfortunately" Yamaha BBs are very notorious for being PJs...you may have stumbled on the wrong thread 😅
  24. Al Krow
    Aww buddy, I can tell you after one gig (although we do have another couple coming up, this weekend, but it will be my turn to take the PA so the 912As) - if you're happy to pay the extra and you feel vocals are important to your band's sound (and, frankly our singers are literally front and centre of both my covers bands), then just go for the RCF 732As. They're excellent.
  25. Al Krow
    None at Bass Direct? Just checked - they've one in stock
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