elephantgrey Posted October 25, 2017 Share Posted October 25, 2017 [quote name='DHA' timestamp='1508919268' post='3395269'] There are a couple of Spitfire bass versions ordered as well. Doing these now so won’t be long Here is a link to the guitar version so you can see what it looks like http://www.musicinstrumentnews.co.uk/2017/10/25/dhas-spitfire-ready-take-off/ [/quote] Out of interest, what is the difference between the bass and guitar version? And I'll definitely post my thoughts here when I've had a play. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DHA Posted October 25, 2017 Author Share Posted October 25, 2017 [quote name='elephantgrey' timestamp='1508922058' post='3395300'] Out of interest, what is the difference between the bass and guitar version? And I'll definitely post my thoughts here when I've had a play. [/quote] the guitar version is a bit brighter with more top end. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DHA Posted October 25, 2017 Author Share Posted October 25, 2017 [quote name='elephantgrey' timestamp='1508922058' post='3395300'] Out of interest, what is the difference between the bass and guitar version? And I'll definitely post my thoughts here when I've had a play. [/quote] If anyone plays guitar as well as bass then I recommend the bass version as it works very well for guitar if the bright is switched on and the treble and mid EQ pots are set a bit higher than normal. The guitar version is okay for bass but lacks a bit of low end and is a bit toppy. I play guitar but tend to use bass versions of my pedals when gigging as I like the low end thump Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sibob Posted October 25, 2017 Share Posted October 25, 2017 Mine arrived today! Yay! Will have a good play tonight! Cheers Si Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DHA Posted October 25, 2017 Author Share Posted October 25, 2017 [quote name='Sibob' timestamp='1508934518' post='3395456'] Mine arrived today! Yay! Will have a good play tonight! Cheers Si [/quote] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean Posted October 27, 2017 Share Posted October 27, 2017 It's absolutely bangin'. I'm glad I sold all my other DI/Preamp pedals. I love the EQ and the filth. I'll write a proper post over the weekend when I've spent more time with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CameronJ Posted October 27, 2017 Share Posted October 27, 2017 [quote name='Sean' timestamp='1509063582' post='3396441'] It's absolutely bangin'. I'm glad I sold all my other DI/Preamp pedals. I love the EQ and the filth. I'll write a proper post over the weekend when I've spent more time with it. [/quote] Looking forward to the review. I still have my beady eye on this pedal... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Left Foot Posted October 29, 2017 Share Posted October 29, 2017 Great pedal. The EQ section and gain sound means I'll be retiring the Xotic BB preamp, better bottom end tone and gain sound imho - no mud or fizz. Stacks nicely too with a range of overdrive, I'd call it classic rock sounding. Really neet having the DI aswell. Super clean boost! I see what Dave says about power supply, no hum or hiss, it's the cleanest boost I've used but I have the power supply. Makes my old laney B1 sound really sweet indeed. I haven't tried headphones or input out yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DHA Posted October 29, 2017 Author Share Posted October 29, 2017 The second batch of BC VT1’s will be posted tomorrow so that completes the pre-orders Many thanks to all, hope you all like them Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sk8 Posted October 31, 2017 Share Posted October 31, 2017 SO comparing this to my noble (A little unfair you may say) considering the DHA is less than a fifth of the price of the Noble it's punching well above its weight. You have to keep in mind though that the noble is essentially an amp front end with two tubes running at 350v plate voltage and the DHA is running at 24v BUT to be fair to the DHA it can cop a very similar vibe; the noble probably has a bit more presence than the DHA and is a bit more lively but £800 more lively? Probably not. The noble is a one trick pony but what a trick! The DHA allows for more control, i.e. you can overdrive it with the gain and colour plus it has mids which may be a plus point for some. The DHA can get me a nice edge of breakup tube sound and does provide 'some fattening' to the sound. I'm yet to put it in front of my AER combo to see how it compares to the noble in that setting but through phones it's very pleasing. I will use it in church in front of the keyoard amp, the same as I do with my noble to see how it performs there. Will the DHA replace my noble? Unlikely. BUT if i only had the DHA I would be VERY pleased with it. I shall report back when I've got more to share. But seriously people, you need one of these! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sk8 Posted October 31, 2017 Share Posted October 31, 2017 [quote name='Sean' timestamp='1509063582' post='3396441'] It's absolutely bangin'. I'm glad I sold all my other DI/Preamp pedals. I love the EQ and the filth. I'll write a proper post over the weekend when I've spent more time with it. [/quote] What did you get rid of out of interest? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean Posted October 31, 2017 Share Posted October 31, 2017 [quote name='sk8' timestamp='1509459020' post='3399070'] What did you get rid of out of interest? [/quote] Hartke VXL 2 x MXR M80 Sansamp I still have a Valeton Bass Dapper but that’s my rehearsal fly rig. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sk8 Posted November 1, 2017 Share Posted November 1, 2017 [quote name='Sean' timestamp='1509470547' post='3399231'] Hartke VXL 2 x MXR M80 Sansamp I still have a Valeton Bass Dapper but that's my rehearsal fly rig. [/quote] I've had the M80 and Sansamp. DHA definitely up there with the sansamp and kills the M80 hands down Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean Posted November 1, 2017 Share Posted November 1, 2017 [quote name='sk8' timestamp='1509549774' post='3399830'] I've had the M80 and Sansamp. DHA definitely up there with the sansamp and kills the M80 hands down [/quote] What’s interesting is how much control you get from the instrument volume knob. Much more than any of the others. I haven’t tried it with my Cog dirt boxes yet. The MXR M80 needs a rethink, it’s been surpassed by so many other products like the Mesa D, GK Plex and some others. I’m very happy with the DHA and can’t wait to get it on my pedal board and out gigging. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TPJ Posted November 2, 2017 Share Posted November 2, 2017 I'd like to hear some sound samples of the new one. I know recordings may not capture the entire sound but curious anyway. I have a DHA VT EQ DI and struggle with it but love the M80 especially when stacked. Not sure I've ever had success with valves in preamps to be fair, they seem to take the edge off so the sound doesn't cut through. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sibob Posted November 2, 2017 Share Posted November 2, 2017 [quote name='TPJ' timestamp='1509621417' post='3400328'] I'd like to hear some sound samples of the new one. I know recordings may not capture the entire sound but curious anyway. I have a DHA VT EQ DI and struggle with it but love the M80 especially when stacked. Not sure I've ever had success with valves in preamps to be fair, they seem to take the edge off so the sound doesn't cut through. [/quote] What are you trying to 'cut through'? Si Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TPJ Posted November 2, 2017 Share Posted November 2, 2017 [quote name='Sibob' timestamp='1509629645' post='3400425'] What are you trying to 'cut through'? Si [/quote] A bit of attack on the note helps define the bass lines in some of the groups I play in. When using some preamps, including ones with valves, they seem to take that edge off and the attack sounds soft, for lack of a better word. It also happens when using a Tech 21 VT. I play a bit hard and some of my basses have high output. I recognise that this contributes to pushing the input stages which is probably making the valve distort or at least compress the signal, even when using the input trim. IME and IMO, when using something like the M80, my basses sit in those band mixes better, at least to my ears. The groups aren't necessarily loud and there are no volume wars. I guess it's just a personal tone preference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2elliot Posted November 2, 2017 Share Posted November 2, 2017 Gave the Spitfire a blast tonight with my band. I'm impressed. Through my ABM600 with everything off using just the Spitfire Pre Amp as the control, tight, punchy with a bit of bite. It fit right in... well built and looks great too. Top job, thanks DHA 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DHA Posted November 5, 2017 Author Share Posted November 5, 2017 [quote name='2elliot' timestamp='1509660429' post='3400737'] Gave the Spitfire a blast tonight with my band. I'm impressed. Through my ABM600 with everything off using just the Spitfire Pre Amp as the control, tight, punchy with a bit of bite. It fit right in... well built and looks great too. Top job, thanks DHA [/quote] Thanks for the reviews. I have sent all the pre-order VT1-Pro-Bass and VT1-Spitfire-Bass pedals now. Just checking that you have all received okay? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sk8 Posted November 6, 2017 Share Posted November 6, 2017 [quote name='TPJ' timestamp='1509631908' post='3400457'] A bit of attack on the note helps define the bass lines in some of the groups I play in. When using some preamps, including ones with valves, they seem to take that edge off and the attack sounds soft, for lack of a better word. It also happens when using a Tech 21 VT. I play a bit hard and some of my basses have high output. I recognise that this contributes to pushing the input stages which is probably making the valve distort or at least compress the signal, even when using the input trim. IME and IMO, when using something like the M80, my basses sit in those band mixes better, at least to my ears. The groups aren't necessarily loud and there are no volume wars. I guess it's just a personal tone preference. [/quote] Interesting you mention this as I would concur that the DHA can sound 'soft' IMO but you can add some mids back in and if so inclined hit the bright switch; its definitely not crispy and sizzely! The Noble does not sound soft IMO and still retains the 'bite' to cut through. My hearing isn't great though and these comparisions are based through headphones and not through my amp yet. I owned the previous version of this pedal using it as the preamp to the poweramp I sold you and didn't struggle to get heard in a mix but we may have different tone goals. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
naxos10 Posted November 14, 2017 Share Posted November 14, 2017 Hi Dave, Mine came through last week. Many thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
walshy Posted November 16, 2017 Share Posted November 16, 2017 Just ordered mine, can't wait till it arrives. Cheers Dave ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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