Clarky Posted April 5, 2023 Share Posted April 5, 2023 Might interest folks on here. Lots of competition now https://www.guitarworld.com/news/solidgoldfx-beta-v-bass-preamp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krispn Posted April 6, 2023 Share Posted April 6, 2023 I was gonna start a thread in this but didn’t think folk would be interested. I see Anderson’s have a couple in stock and could be interested. Looks like it irons out some of the baked in lows of the original and still sounds great in the low gain realms. Bass the World have a good demo up just now. I’ve too much dirt atm but if I can shift some I might grab one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Krow Posted April 8, 2023 Share Posted April 8, 2023 Looks interesting. Shame that manufacturers making preamps don't think to add a DI out in addition to a normal 1/4" out as standard in the way that the comparably sized MXR M81 does. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krispn Posted April 8, 2023 Share Posted April 8, 2023 33 minutes ago, Al Krow said: Looks interesting. Shame that manufacturers making preamps don't think to add a DI out in addition to a normal 1/4" out as standard in the way that the comparably sized MXR M81 does. Don’t think it’s that kinda unit and most of us have DI options these days. I have three pedals with di’s on my board just now and don’t really need all three. Might take a punt on the mkV if some other stuff shifts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bagman Posted April 9, 2023 Share Posted April 9, 2023 I would definitely like to try this pedal out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bagman Posted May 26, 2023 Share Posted May 26, 2023 It has arrived and first impressions are very positive cool unit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krispn Posted June 4, 2023 Share Posted June 4, 2023 Any further thoughts and did you have. An earlier version to compare it to? I had my beta (not a MkV) on last nights gig and did enjoy it but it was more as an always on unit for the last set. Sounds great but the added versatility of the MkV is drawing me in! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigguy2017 Posted June 5, 2023 Share Posted June 5, 2023 Just got one of these and it's very good. Into my Rumble 200 it adds some convincing Ampeg grit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krispn Posted June 5, 2023 Share Posted June 5, 2023 16 minutes ago, Bigguy2017 said: Just got one of these and it's very good. Into my Rumble 200 it adds some convincing Ampeg grit. Same basic set up me. Great wee combo the Rumble. I have a Beta but think I’ll get the MkV. Did you try any of the original versions Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dannybuoy Posted June 5, 2023 Share Posted June 5, 2023 I'm looking at this also... I have the Mk2 and LM308 Custom Shop at present. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bagman Posted June 6, 2023 Share Posted June 6, 2023 I’ve got the Beta Germanium the Beta V is considerably better for me Flats or Rounds Active or Passive Fingers, Thumb Plectrum all useable. probably my favourite Is flats , precision with light drive Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dannybuoy Posted June 7, 2023 Share Posted June 7, 2023 On 06/06/2023 at 04:19, Bagman said: I’ve got the Beta Germanium the Beta V is considerably better for me Flats or Rounds Active or Passive Fingers, Thumb Plectrum all useable. probably my favourite Is flats , precision with light drive I’ve not tried the Germanium, let me know if you fancy swapsies for the LM308! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bagman Posted June 8, 2023 Share Posted June 8, 2023 I’m in Aotearoa so trade postage might be a thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krispn Posted June 11, 2023 Share Posted June 11, 2023 Nabbed one and now I’ve had some time with it I really like it. Never tried the DLX which I was very keen to try but did dig my OG Beta. The MkV does all the things I’d want this type of preamp/drive to do. I was joking earlier it’s like a cross between the original Beta/Bass Soul Food/Spark booster only with better components and dialled in for the bassist. I’m not sure what else is out there but my low gain drive box is well and truly ticked! No need for a clean blend and having the ability for do 9, 12 or 18v just opens up the headroom while retaining that great tone. Top job SGFX! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supernaut Posted June 16, 2023 Share Posted June 16, 2023 Sounds great but no DI so I'll have to stick with the VT Bass. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krispn Posted June 16, 2023 Share Posted June 16, 2023 Well I’m sorted for DI’s on my board so it was never an issue. Good pedal though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supernaut Posted June 21, 2023 Share Posted June 21, 2023 On 16/06/2023 at 22:50, krispn said: Well I’m sorted for DI’s on my board so it was never an issue. Good pedal though. Good for you. I have a Polytune and my only other pedal need is a low gain OD with EQ options. To have a DI on that would be a bonus hence why the Tech 21 VT Bass covers so much ground. I'm going to stick with that. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bagman Posted June 29, 2023 Share Posted June 29, 2023 I really like this pedal. If you get a chance to try one then give it a go With an Optical Compressor in front or a VCA Compressor behind it can cover a lot of ground on different types of Basses I don’t believe it is “dark” but I definitely want low gain not fuzzy or fuzzy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bagman Posted July 2 Share Posted July 2 So a SGFX Beta DLX is available here in Aotearoa anyone have this and the Beta V ? I'm sort of interested in the boost switch options. I certainly don’t need another Bass Overdrive but it looks in good condition and ok price Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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