OK maybe it is a little bit of one of those threads.... Sorry.
I've only been playing bass for a few years and during my journey I've been experimenting with different gear and effects. I'm coming to the conclusion that I'm pretty sure I'm an Ampeg guy.
I listen to countless of records and think, I really dig that tone, and when checking in on the gear it's usually involves an Ampeg rig (or a Tech21 clone) of some sort.
I can't afford a full on SVT amp and 8x10 cab' actually I really want to go ampless Geddy style, minus the washing machines perhaps.
I have a Tech21 Bass Fly Rig which I really like as a Sans Amp solution. I dial the character over to the SVT side and add a little drive as my go to clean tone.
What I'm looking for is a dirt pedal for a higher gain sound that has some of that classic Ampeg vide.
On my short list from some online research:
* Catalinbread SFT
* Zvex Basstortion
* Ampeg Scrambler (I've not spent much time looking into this one yet)
Any thoughts on these pedals? I have a Boss LS-2 which I could use to blend the clean tone to help retain bottom end clarity. Any other options to consider?
Cheers Bass Guru's