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There is an actual fx loop on the right hand side of the pedal (which can be set up as per the image and a dig about the global settings!). One of the features of the stomp is the integration and flexibility of the unit so it can do the sort of thing you're after as well as the series and parallel thing with effects in those loops etc. You already have the perfect bit of kit to practice on. If you'd prefer to have a box with knobs and not have to deep dive (click a few buttons) then that's a different thing. I shall leave you all to it

And assign that loop to a foot switch

You can already add effect loops with the stomp as well as run that ‘loop’ in a parallel path. In addition you could set a cross over point in that parallel path - kinda like that video I posted in another thread about setting up a patch. You could effectively use the stomp as a loop unit and then add a stand alone pedal or a few pedals if you wanted then in series. Once in the loop you can add additional fx from the stomp to that path either before or after and in series or parallel such as drive filter, eq etc. So you already have the tools to experiment. The Stomp is a very versatile and capable unit limited only by imagination (and 6 fx blocks)!

That’s a pretty good solution!

What are you asking for then 😛😀

@Cuzzie had a quality blender/loop pedals for a while. He should have some good info ...the Tyler I believe it was called... with hpf and lpf available on the two channels - I think it was hpf on one and lpf on the other? In the past I’ve used the loops on my basswitch to good effect one series, one parallel for drive and comp but I don’t use much else fx wise. A gig rig switcher might be a good option but that’s more for combining effects into ‘preset’ rather than tap dancing but if it’s mainly for home and not to be executed on the gig it’s maybe not worth the expense?

Anderton’s have a Spector video with a few differing configurations to compare.

Do it! Do it! 😀

@51m0n is 2:1 a bit ‘light’ for bass comp?

Feel free to post your setting once you settle on some and whack up some audio if you can. I'm sure other and potential users would love to hear what you settle on 👍

I know it just looks right doesn't it! I recall seeing Aguilar gear in magazines years ago and really liking the look - I just knew they would be too expensive *sigh*

The advice from the review is a good starting point... Our very own guru 51m0n and other's have said it depends on the player, the desired effect, the bass used and the technique you're employing on the song etc. etc. What you want the compressor to do dictates how you set it up. If you just want a basic compression... Aim for 4:1 or more or less to taste, Slow attack, fast release and set the threshold 5-10dB's or more/less depending on how it fits in for your playing/desired compression amount. From a basic setting you could tweak the attack until the compression effect is very apparent (possibly too much by this point) so back it off until it's at a point where it's not as apparent or where you're happy with it. You could play with the release time so that the metering is returning to zero after each note or on every other note but again it depends what you want it to do or what you think you want it to do and if it's sounding how you like it. If you're using some slap techniques you may want to change things up to make it work for that style or if you're changing bass it may need tweaked again. Record a loop and use the controls in real time to hear whats happening. All part of the fun! The actual specific settings won't be that important so use your ears and discover what its doing as a unit. Compression is kinda personal so what works for one may not work for the other!

I thought I had you 😀

From the review you posted... "There’s no real need to stray from the basics with either guitar or bass: stick to soft knee, normal side chain and fast timing and it’s just a question of tweaking the ratio and threshold to taste then playing with the gain and EQ for balance. Hiss never becomes a problem, and dialing in some gritty tape saturation can be a great way to further energise a clean tone." I can already hear the reply with the usual excuses "creative home use"' 'personal enjoyment' , 'get to grips with in XX months' etc. etc. I get that one has to consider the value add while exercising due diligence and focus on the strategic execution but opaque management jargon aside don't be a craddock, just take it to a gig plug in. Go with the basic setting as listed above (maybe leaving the tape saturation out initially). Then step on and off through the gig and hear what it can do. If you like it leave it on, if you don't like it turn it off. I call it Blue Sky Thinking I'm sure half of bass chat will support me when I say... Do it! Do it!

Some rick-ups in a jazz will be bangin!

I should say I thought the head stock was boggin not the bass.

Looks like someone designed that with a hangover! Absolutely boggin'!

Me! Nah of course it wasn’t

http://www.bassdirect.co.uk/bass_guitar_specialists/Gruv_Gear_straps.html BD have them in stock 👍 I hear good things about the Dave Ellefson strap very adjustable!

Is the Yamaha passive? Heavier basses can be a drag - no pun intended. I thought you were on the lightweight quest as I know from experience there are some great lighter weight 5'ers out there. Have the Ibanez's been relegated to back up duty these days?

@Al Krow Meant to ask how did the new Spector do on the gig? You mentioned that you'd get it out for a trial.

I was gonna say the DGTC has Bass LoMid HiMid

Yup

Losing My Religion - the one with the mandolin and Everybody Hurts were massive REM tunes and they’ve had much success before and after these two tunes.

The cab sounds good! Nice and clear!