Compressor with a Ric?

atomic_punk · Post by **atomic_punk** » Mon Jan 05, 2004 8:36 am

Wondering if anyone can recommend a good compressor that works well with the Ric, I have a 4001 (73) and am looking to add a compressor to my setup, hopefully something that isn't TOO expensive!

bear · Post by **bear** » Mon Jan 05, 2004 9:31 am

Hi Steve,

Hoping that under $200 is within your budget, I would recommend the RNC from FMR Audio.
You can find them, and the Really Nice Compressor, at this Website:

FMR Audio

jwr2 · Post by **jwr2** » Mon Jan 05, 2004 10:24 am

get the bass pod ... you get compression, tuner, amp modeler, cab modeler, distortion, other effects ... it will make a ****** amp sound good and a good amp sound great ...

atomic_punk · Post by **atomic_punk** » Mon Jan 05, 2004 11:33 am

I am looking for a compressor only...I know you love your bass POD, but it's not what I am looking for!

rhampshire · Post by **rhampshire** » Mon Jan 05, 2004 11:39 am

Pod, schmod - the best compressor (and overdrive!) I've found is my '73 SVT about halfway up.

Seriously, though, what kind of amp are you using?

atomic_punk · Post by **atomic_punk** » Mon Jan 05, 2004 11:57 am

I am using a Peavey NitroBass head, 450w @ 2 ohms, with this DDT speaker protection. It has an annoying little habit of clipping (audibly!)everytime I hit a note really hard, so the compressor would smooth everything out nicely.

mrmstrd · Post by **mrmstrd** » Mon Jan 05, 2004 12:15 pm

Steve

I have a Bellari Tube Compressor/Limiter model LA120. It has Level and Threshold control, 2 XLR inputs and 2 1/4" inputs. I don't use it any more now that I have 2 tube amps. I ran my 4003(v63 mods) and 4001v63 through it into a old Acoustic head and it can really squash the sound. It's simple and easy to use. If you're interested, maybe we can work out a deal.

niffy · Post by **niffy** » Mon Jan 05, 2004 12:42 pm

I've the Boss Limiter/Enhancer, but still to try it on my 4003 which arrives on Wednesday.

I'll try it at rehearsals on Thurs.

blueflamerick · Post by **blueflamerick** » Mon Jan 05, 2004 1:03 pm

I use an Alesis 3630. 2 channel compressor/limiter/noise gate. You can get them new for under $100. It does the job.

http://www.alesis.com/products/3630/

jps · Post by **jps** » Mon Jan 05, 2004 1:49 pm

I used to have a Presonus Blue Max. Very nice and flexible plus the presets are handy until you learn how to dial in things for yourself. Plus they are quite inexpensive.

cheyenne · Post by **cheyenne** » Mon Jan 05, 2004 2:04 pm

the Tech 21 bass compactor is a really good unit. Nice little stomp box.

rickenbrother · Post by **rickenbrother** » Mon Jan 05, 2004 5:32 pm

A Tech 21 Bass Compactor is part of my setup. For $99 it is a great little unit.

admiralb · Post by **admiralb** » Mon Jan 05, 2004 5:38 pm

I use a Blackbox Oxygen. They're not real common, but they turn up on eBay from time to time for ~$175 (I bought mine from Guitar Player editor Barry Cleveland, of all people).

It's a compressor and noise gate, and also can provide some overdrive. I originally bought it to use with guitar - it adds a subtle '3D' quality that really enhances overdriven tone - but it's a great bass unit as well, especially to add a subtle bit of dirt. Great with my Hamer 12-string.

atomic_punk · Post by **atomic_punk** » Tue Jan 06, 2004 8:32 am

Thanks everyone for the input, and Bob, I also play a Hamer 12 string, so that's nice to hear that it works well with that also. Everyone here gave me a ton of options that I hadn't thought of, and Thanks!

paul_yan · Post by **paul_yan** » Tue Jan 06, 2004 9:23 am

Hey Bob and Steve,
What are your Hamer 12"s?
B12L, B12A, or B12S?
I'd love to get a B12S someday!