franzbassist Posted December 3, 2019 Share Posted December 3, 2019 (edited) Excited to give this a spin tonight! I play two basses on pretty much every gig, so something that allows me to swap between them with the minimum of fuss is a win in my eyes. Built-in tuner, boost function and effects all switchable from the MIDI footswitch add to the fun. I doubt I'll use the mix function much, but it's good to have it available. Yes, the EQ is fairly limited, but I'm hoping the 12 amp models will provide me with a good core sound for each of my basses and then I can just tweak. Edited December 3, 2019 by franzbassist 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted December 3, 2019 Share Posted December 3, 2019 What are the amp models based on? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marc S Posted December 3, 2019 Share Posted December 3, 2019 I bought myself one of these a couple of months back, and I must say, I'm really pleased with it I bought mine because I need two separately controlled channels, as I often double up, playing bass guitar and swapping over to EUB or acoustic DB I really like the sounds I get from it, and each bass I've put through it and every cab combination I use - I get a decent sound. I'm not sure which amp models the 12 pre-set sounds are based on, but they're a great feature, and there's quite an array of tones & sounds. I just play around until I get the "tone" I'm looking for, which varies depending on which bass I'm playing and which cab(s) I'm using. The only real down-side to the amp IMHO, is that during a typical gig - where it tends to be dark. I can't see which control is which. You can easily see which channel is which, but can't tell which is the "Mid" or "high" control? and hmmm..... is that the "Master" dial, or the Headphone level control? Of course, Over time I'm sure I will just know which is which instinctively. other than that, I really really like this amp. It has been my favourite head, and it helped me get the sound I want for Bass guitar, and / or upright and swapping between the two is simple Happy NAD - let us know what you think after some rehearsals & gigs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
franzbassist Posted December 3, 2019 Author Share Posted December 3, 2019 21 minutes ago, Rich said: What are the amp models based on? Markbass Little Mark III Markbass TTE 500 Trace GP12 G&K RB700 Ampeg SVT-VR Ampeg SVT-VR Blue Line Plus Sunn T Tech 21 Sansamp SWR Read Head Fender Bassman Vox AC120 Marshall Major 2 minutes ago, Marc S said: I bought myself one of these a couple of months back, and I must say, I'm really pleased with it I bought mine because I need two separately controlled channels, as I often double up, playing bass guitar and swapping over to EUB or acoustic DB I really like the sounds I get from it, and each bass I've put through it and every cab combination I use - I get a decent sound. I'm not sure which amp models the 12 pre-set sounds are based on, but they're a great feature, and there's quite an array of tones & sounds. I just play around until I get the "tone" I'm looking for, which varies depending on which bass I'm playing and which cab(s) I'm using. The only real down-side to the amp IMHO, is that during a typical gig - where it tends to be dark. I can't see which control is which. You can easily see which channel is which, but can't tell which is the "Mid" or "high" control? and hmmm..... is that the "Master" dial, or the Headphone level control? Of course, Over time I'm sure I will just know which is which instinctively. other than that, I really really like this amp. It has been my favourite head, and it helped me get the sound I want for Bass guitar, and / or upright and swapping between the two is simple Happy NAD - let us know what you think after some rehearsals & gigs Sounds like a very similar situation to me. Really looking forward to seeing what it can do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hellzero Posted December 3, 2019 Share Posted December 3, 2019 Yes, Gareth, let us know your thoughts after a gig or two. That head is under my radar as I need two channels too, but need to be able to mix them as I have separate outputs for the magnetic and piezo on my main bass. Working fine with the Ground Stereo Pre as it has the mutes on each channel, but I like to move as little as possible gear... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
la bam Posted December 3, 2019 Share Posted December 3, 2019 Great amp. I had one. Spend as much time as possible getting used to the controls. Its confusing to how all 4 main outputs work together. Also, use the software - the compressore on there is by far and away the best compressor I have used. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
franzbassist Posted December 8, 2019 Author Share Posted December 8, 2019 (edited) First time using the amp with a cab today and there is a strange click after each note. This can’t be normal can it? 0E886E02-F06C-4250-9787-A72E5DF252F0.MOV Edited December 8, 2019 by franzbassist Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
la bam Posted December 8, 2019 Share Posted December 8, 2019 No, that's not right. Open up the software on pc and see what settings your fx are. Or to start, turn all fx off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
franzbassist Posted December 8, 2019 Author Share Posted December 8, 2019 31 minutes ago, la bam said: No, that's not right. Open up the software on pc and see what settings your fx are. Or to start, turn all fx off. Thanks, I've just tried turning the fx off but the clicking is still there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
franzbassist Posted December 8, 2019 Author Share Posted December 8, 2019 (edited) Can't hear the clicking in the phones out or on either of the line outs, so maybe something up somewhere else? Can still hear it if I take a line out from my combo and run that into the fx returns... Edited December 8, 2019 by franzbassist Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tubbybloke68 Posted December 9, 2019 Share Posted December 9, 2019 Hope you get the problem sorted out.i notice you say it has a built in tuner,hallelujah!! At least one manufacturer has some sense.can never understand why most of them don’t offer this.think it should be pretty industry standard these days on amps! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hellzero Posted December 9, 2019 Share Posted December 9, 2019 TC Electronic has been doing this for at least a decade, like many others... Do you go out sometimes ? 😉 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tubbybloke68 Posted December 9, 2019 Share Posted December 9, 2019 Yes I knew tc had done it but not’many others’ so prehaps I should get out a bit more.congratulations mate,you’re obviously much more enlightened than myself! X Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hellzero Posted December 9, 2019 Share Posted December 9, 2019 Line 6, Crate, Ampeg, Fender, Orange, TC Electronic, Vox, Peavey, Yamaha, MarkBass, Bergantino, Kemper, GR Bass, Roland, ... Looks like you didn't see this => 😉 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tubbybloke68 Posted December 9, 2019 Share Posted December 9, 2019 My apologies to franzbassist then for derailment of his thread with my totally uninformed comment and I’ll remember to consult you hellzero before I ever dare post on here again to make sure I have my information correct 😁..oh and sorry to all the manufacturers too! over and out x 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
la bam Posted December 9, 2019 Share Posted December 9, 2019 Are you using the Speakon out, or Jack's to cab? Also, have you tried the gnd lift, just in case. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
franzbassist Posted December 10, 2019 Author Share Posted December 10, 2019 7 hours ago, tubbybloke68 said: My apologies to franzbassist then for derailment of his thread with my totally uninformed comment No worries. What would BC be without a little thread derailment now and then? 7 hours ago, la bam said: Are you using the Speakon out, or Jack's to cab? Also, have you tried the gnd lift, just in case. I tried the jacks but didn't check the ground lift. Anyway, it doesn't matter now as the retailer has arranged for it to go to Real Electronics for a warranty repair. Hopefully they can turn it round quickly! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
la bam Posted December 10, 2019 Share Posted December 10, 2019 Ok. Good luck. If you've bought it new there shouldn't be an issue having it fixed / replaced. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
franzbassist Posted December 10, 2019 Author Share Posted December 10, 2019 (edited) 3 minutes ago, la bam said: Ok. Good luck. If you've bought it new there shouldn't be an issue having it fixed / replaced. Indeed. It's ex-demo, so no issues getting it sorted under warranty. Edited December 10, 2019 by franzbassist Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marc S Posted December 10, 2019 Share Posted December 10, 2019 Definitely no clicking with my EVO1 head. Hopefully, they'll sort it for you asap Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
franzbassist Posted December 17, 2019 Author Share Posted December 17, 2019 Real say the amp needs a new preamp with DSP board, so out of action until mid-January Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
franzbassist Posted December 17, 2019 Author Share Posted December 17, 2019 And our very own @MoJoKe is stepping in with an Evo 1 on loan until mine gets sorted. I love Basschat 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marc S Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 15 minutes ago, franzbassist said: And our very own @MoJoKe is stepping in with an Evo 1 on loan until mine gets sorted. I love Basschat What a very kind offer by MoJoKe Yes, it's why I like this forum too 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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