stevie Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 (edited) I went through a period of trying difference preamp/power amp combinations, finally ending up with a Behringer parametric equaliser (and a Carvin power amp). I have two of the Behringers, which is a bit silly, and I also have some other preamps that I don't use any more. Read on. [u][b][size=5][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]Behringer Ultra-Q Pro PEQ 2200 Parametric Equaliser[/font][/size][/b][/u] I got turned on to this preamp after using a TC Electronics bass preamp, which was exactly the same as their parametric equaliser but with 'Bass Preamplifier' screen-printed on the front. When I tried to get another one after foolishly selling it, I discovered that they can go for silly money. However, this Behringer is just as good, and costs a lot less. It has five separate bands of eq, each with adjustable width and depth. There's a defeat switch for each band as well as an overall eq defeat switch. It offers more equalisation options than you will ever need in a lifetime of bass playing, plus variable low pass and high pass controls to cut out rumble and hiss. Inputs are balanced or non-balanced - the bass plugs straight in - and outputs are also balanced or non-balanced. I've used it to drive a pro power amp, in my effects loop, or as an effects pedal in front of a bass amp. I've not done it personally, but as there are two balanced outputs, you should be able to use one to drive your power amp and the other as a DI out. It's quiet and transparent, and can obviously be used for PA or recording. I'm keeping my second one but you can have this for £45. [u][b][size=5]Studiospares Preamp/DI 458190[/size][/b][/u] If this had Aguilar printed on the front, it would cost another £100. The Studiospares preamp is an active DI box with a fully featured preamp section that works wonderfully for bass. I hear it is also good for mics as it appears to be popular with the recording fraternity as a mic preamp. Anyway, as a bass preamp, it has bass, treble and midrange controls, plus a handy notch filter that you can adjust between 100 and 350Hz. There's also a 'Shape' button that does the Trace Elliot thing. Two separate inputs with their own volume controls, effects loop, balanced and unbalanced out. Powered by a 9V battery or power supply (neither of which will be supplied). Metal case. Very good condition. £20. [size=5][u][b]Behringer PB100 Preamp Booster[/b][/u][/size] This was designed as a boost pedal for guitarists, but it works surprisingly well as a no-frills bass preamp. It can easily drive a power amp and has Bass, Treble and Gain controls to let you to tailor your sound. It's transparent and quiet. This one is as-new and comes in its original box. £10. I'll post any of these at cost. Edited November 4, 2014 by stevie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverfoxnik Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Hi Stevie Could I take the Studiospares pre-amp please if its still available? Thanks Nik Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sprocketflup Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 And Id like to take the other two items if I may? pm sent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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