EBS Multicomp..in the loop?

[brattbugg@sbcgl]

I just bought an EBS Multicomp and was wondering where to put it, up front or in the loop. I play through a GK 1001 RB. I am looking for the compressor to simply even out my notes a bit. Thanks

[bongomania]

Check out the FAQ linked in my sig.

[brattbugg@sbcgl]

Thank you, I have read your link completely. I was just wondering what everyone else is doing. Id like to run it in the loop, but Im not farmiliar enough with compression to know how to get what I want.

[Robertron]

Time to experiment

[brattbugg@sbcgl]

Trouble is, my rig is in our trailer which I wont see until Friday at the gig. Im lookin to get a head start.....

[bongomania]

The question can also be answered by reading the manual for the amp; most amp manuals are available online.

[brattbugg@sbcgl]

I have read the Manual, which I have in my hands. Bongomania how do you run yours? This is not a trick question, Im just curious how you guys do it.

[CPplaysBASS]

Before the amp ... traditional as traditional gets, after my boost and envelope filter, before distortion, octave, chorus and delay.

Bass -> Planet Waves C04 Chromatic Tuner -> Diamond Boost / EQ -> EBS BassIQ -> EBS MultiComp -> EBS MultiDrive -> Radial Big Shot Effects Loop ->Amp.

Loop 1 = EHX Bass Big Muff Pi -> EHX Micro POG -> EBS UniChorus -> EHX Stereo Memory Man with Hazarai.

Loop 2 = EBS WahOne Bass Wah.

I use Fender passive basses and prefer the Multiband setting, with Comp at 2 o'clock and gain at 10:30-ish. Pretty much what is in the manual but I experimented too and that's what works best for me. Works great for evening everything out in a loud band mix ... high notes sing, low notes are well defined without the overly loud "boom" ... in a word, "balanced".

[brattbugg@sbcgl]

Thanks. I dont use any other effects, so with that would it work well in the loop?

[bongomania]

I'm intentionally not giving you a direct answer because it is spelled out very very clearly in my FAQ which you say you've read.

[Ayliffe]

http://www.gmarts.org/ --> effects --> Effect Order.

[brattbugg@sbcgl]

Originally Posted by bongomania

I'm intentionally not giving you a direct answer because it is spelled out very very clearly in my FAQ which you say you've read.

Ok humor me, exactly where in your Faq does it talk about putting a compressor PEDAL in the loop? Sorry if I missed it. If you dont want to help me, than please stop. No disrespect, but your frustrating me.

[ZolkoW]

Originally Posted by brattbugg@sbcgl

Thanks. I dont use any other effects, so with that would it work well in the loop?

I use mine before the preamp (I have only one or two other pedals, the comp is the last before the tuner).
I used to put it into the loop, but the signal is more "fixed" level from the bass, than from the preamp, since it sepends on the gain setting, and the EQ too.. so I like it before the amp better.
I set the pots where I like, and it always sounds the same this way, no matter, how I set the gain, or what amp I'm using, if I get another backline.

[trowaclown]

Fourth link from the top of http://www.ovnilab.com/faq.shtml:
How to use the effects loop of your amp

I quote:
"Generally speaking, pedals are meant to go between your instrument and the main input of your amp, while rackmount units are meant to go in an effects loop, or between a preamp and a power amp..."

That's the first paragraph alone. Chillax you both.

[brattbugg@sbcgl]

Yes I read that. But I was simply wondering if anyone put the EBS in the loop. Thanks for all the responses.....seriously.

[spiker]

Dude, let me answer your question:
Bass->EBS->Amp Input. This is what it is designed for. Don't use the loop, that's just my opinion and i've found works best.

* I use Tubesim setting, comp 2 o'clock, gain 12 o'clock, passive switch set to 'out' with my passive fender jazz (i've got custom shop 60's pickups which are a bit hotter than standard and it works fine with passive switch set to 'out').

This provides me with a slightly noticeable compression, with the tubesim effect colouring my tone just enough to make it sparkle . Also i find at this setting despite the low ratio that you get quite a good dose of peak taming.

[brattbugg@sbcgl]

Originally Posted by spiker

Dude, let me answer your question:
Bass->EBS->Amp Input. This is what it is designed for. Don't use the loop, that's just my opinion and i've found works best.

* I use Tubesim setting, comp 2 o'clock, gain 12 o'clock, passive switch set to 'out' with my passive fender jazz (i've got custom shop 60's pickups which are a bit hotter than standard and it works fine with passive switch set to 'out').

This provides me with a slightly noticeable compression, with the tubesim effect colouring my tone just enough to make it sparkle . Also i find at this setting despite the low ratio that you get quite a good dose of peak taming.

Thank you

[Blah114]

I run mine in the loop.. and it sounds fine.. fyi.. it's easier that way.. it's too noticeable out front.. with an LMII head.