Just a note on the Bass DI, there is a setting in the manual for acoustic guitar which works pretty well if you have one with a pickup and want to get a better than decent sound without mic'ng.
I haven't tried it with a traditional electric guitar but I wouldn't be surprised if I played with it and stumbled onto some useable sounds.
Bassnorthwest offers the Bass DI for $169.00 U.S., which is a very good price and also where I bought mine.
http://www.bassnw.com/New%20Effects%20Units/tech21_sansamp_bass_driver_di.htm
Tech21 Sansamp Bass Driver DI - Use As Preamp?
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Hey Big G, you are right on the money. I asked the same question of Tech 21; Lloyd replied (within an hour!) with the same suggestion. Thanks for the help, I'll keep trying.
BTW, the bit about using an emulator with a tube amp that I wrote about earlier is not in the literature, it's in the FAQ section of Tech 21's web site.
BTW, the bit about using an emulator with a tube amp that I wrote about earlier is not in the literature, it's in the FAQ section of Tech 21's web site.
The worst part about both SansAmp models is the lack of a headphone output. Big oversight on Tech 21's part. It would be especially appreciated in the Bass Driver DI as it would make practice possible in remote locations or quiet areas. Sennheiser makes 600 ohm pro headphones for 600 ohm studio applications, and that might work due to the 1000 ohm output impedance. 40 ohm Grado phones will kill the signal. You can always buy a portable headphone amp and strap it to the Bass Driver DI.
I have an older, original SansAmp (no model number), and I quote from the manual:
"...With SansAmp, you can plug DIRECTLY into any recording console, stage amplification, stereo, or even into a set of headphones alone..."
[emphasis in original]
So, apparently, the newer ones don't have the same capability as the original.
This unit has a Lead/Normal/Bass switch on the input side, so it is intended to be used with bass guitars. I have used it with a regular guitar into headphones, and as I recall (it's been a while ago), it was fine for practicing without disturbing the neighbors. When I get a chance, I'll try it with one of my RIC basses into headphones and post the results.
"...With SansAmp, you can plug DIRECTLY into any recording console, stage amplification, stereo, or even into a set of headphones alone..."
[emphasis in original]
So, apparently, the newer ones don't have the same capability as the original.
This unit has a Lead/Normal/Bass switch on the input side, so it is intended to be used with bass guitars. I have used it with a regular guitar into headphones, and as I recall (it's been a while ago), it was fine for practicing without disturbing the neighbors. When I get a chance, I'll try it with one of my RIC basses into headphones and post the results.
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I have an SABDDI and I use it between my 4003 and my Ampeg B-100R.
It is a great preamp, since its drive, blend and presence controls are _VERY_ efficient.
I must say that you won't get a substitue of a real SVT with an SABDDI, but you can get that tubey drive and come _almost_ close to the SVT tone.
The compliments stop when you talk about the noise. This is a noisy preamp when you crank up the drive, the treble or the presence controls.
The Bass Pod does not sound as good if you like that driven tone, but it is quieter than the SABDDI.
I have both. The SABDDI is for rehearsal and gigging. The Bass Pod is for studio work.
Hope this helps,
All the best,
JL
It is a great preamp, since its drive, blend and presence controls are _VERY_ efficient.
I must say that you won't get a substitue of a real SVT with an SABDDI, but you can get that tubey drive and come _almost_ close to the SVT tone.
The compliments stop when you talk about the noise. This is a noisy preamp when you crank up the drive, the treble or the presence controls.
The Bass Pod does not sound as good if you like that driven tone, but it is quieter than the SABDDI.
I have both. The SABDDI is for rehearsal and gigging. The Bass Pod is for studio work.
Hope this helps,
All the best,
JL
Bass player for Next (FR)