Behringer Bass V- Amp Pro

gaylordroots · #1 03-26-2011, 02:22 PM

Some gigs I do call for some effects. I currently use the Behringer V-Amp (for guitar), bypass the amp modeling and just use the effects. Problem is, it robs some of the natural low end I would normally get out of running straight through my bass rig. I am considering the Behringer Bass V-Amp Pro and wondered if I would have better luck, since it's designed for bass. Anyone have any experience using the Behringer Bass V-Amp Pro? I could use some feedback. Any advice would be helpful.
Thanks,
Steve

Meskel · #2 03-27-2011, 12:45 PM

Had one for a while a couple years back and never had a problem with tone sucking on the low end. Gave it up because because it was, how should I say, too rinky dink in its construction to rely on for everyday wear and tear.

gaylordroots · #3 03-28-2011, 02:46 PM

Thanks for your response Meskel. Your comment on the low end was helpful. Did you have the rack mount unit?

wshines1892 · #4 03-28-2011, 03:26 PM

I have one right now. It seems to have developed a cult following around here, myself included. I'm not sure what Maskel means by Rinky Dink, the enclosure is solid metal and from what I can tell it can take a beating.

Sure, maybe it's not rugged enough if you were using it as a kickball, but let's be real here.

Mine holds low end, and I'm sure the features of the V-amp you have now speak for themselves. If you're worried about QC, buy it new with a warranty. Sure, maybe you'll get a dud, but I've gotten no troubles out of mine.

BobWestbrook · #5 03-28-2011, 04:59 PM

I used one for awhile. Great amp modeling sounds, but I found it too unreliable for gigging. It would choose the most inopportune times to act flakey.

kurotenshi · #6 03-29-2011, 03:01 AM

As for the said cult Behringer Bass V-AMP Pro "Club"

Since I've really learned to use mine I get all I need from this unit alone. There are only 2 "problems":
1 - Distortion emulation sucks a bit but you can always use the guitar amp simulation to get the harsh distortions.
2 - No simultaneous effects except chorus and delay that can be used at the same time.

gaylordroots · #7 03-29-2011, 07:55 PM

Thanks to all "Club" members for weighing in. I'm going for it and will post my experience with it soon!