The iOS bass player thread. (Jamup XT, Audiobus, Multitrack DAW and more)

[clokwise]

Originally Posted by Duke21

The right/ complete answer is By Steve R, page 43, post #854:

So this being said if I go straight from the iPad to a combo bass amp, its going to sound like crap is what your saying?

[Duke21]

Originally Posted by clokwise

So this being said if I go straight from the iPad to a combo bass amp, its going to sound like crap is what your saying?

Not at all, I just refer to Steve R answer regarding the iOS device and a power amp connection issue.

Connecting you iPad/ iPod to the effect return or to the mp3/ AUX on you bass combo will sound great, most likely better then the bass combo sounds like.
I run my Ibanez bass combo connected (through the mp3/ AUX in, so bypassing the internal preamp) directly to my iPad headphone socket without a DI or such. I tell you something my combo do not sound like a Ibanez, it sound like something else. MY tone which I'll not trade away.

There are several ways of connecting our iOS device to an external speaker. If you connect directly to the PA through the main board/ mixer or directly into a power amp, well this two cases are different.
The best way I to have a DI between your iOS device and the mixer/ main board, and if you want to drive a power amp you should also use a mic preamp.
I connected my iPad directly into the main board/ mixer without a DI or a such in between, the sound was just fine. But you will have even better tone if you follow Steve R "tech notes".

[clokwise]

Originally Posted by Duke21

Connecting you iPad/ iPod to the effect return or to the mp3/ AUX on you bass combo will sound great, most likely better then the bass combo sounds like.

Its a bit older of an amp so it actually doesn't have either. I think I am going to give it a shot and just hope for the best.

[Duke21]

It will not be optimal as the preamp and the EQ section on your bass combo will fight the Jamup tone, but it might sound great anyway. Try to sett your bass combo flat and minimal gain on the preamp side.

[clokwise]

Originally Posted by Duke21

It will not be optimal as the preamp and the EQ section on your bass combo will fight the Jamup tone, but it might sound great anyway. Try to sett your bass combo flat and minimal gain on the preamp side.

Right thats what I planned to do. I planned on using the band EQ at just neutral across the board and let the tone be handled entirely by JamUp.

[Rip Topaz]

You may have to radically adjust your EQ on your amp to get it to work.

I frequently run Jamup into the front end of my amp,and the only thing that's ever an issue is having to adjust the high end. It can be a bit too trebly due to the extra EQ section, so sometimes it take some adjustment.

It's not a bad tone at all, just be ready to ignore your eyes and EQ with your ears!!

[Brocbass]

Quick ques guys I have sum tracks sum1 sent me to add sum bass too. I have a iPad 2 apogee jam n jamup also. Would audiobus and Daw apps help me out?

[AaronMB]

Originally Posted by Brocbass

Quick ques guys I have sum tracks sum1 sent me to add sum bass too. I have a iPad 2 apogee jam n jamup also. Would audiobus and Daw apps help me out?

Definitely. That's what the fellas here are using (and it's the bulk of discussion within this thread!): AudioBus is the middle man, JamUp is the amp-sim, and MTDAW is the recorder - more or less. This is the simplified, quick answer...until someone can give something more of a right/complete answer.

Check out what MTDAW can do for you: I believe the 'stock' paid program will do 8 tracks and you can upgrade it for more, if needs be.

[Rip Topaz]

I remixed this and actually ended up re-recording the bass after hearing it again.

http://soundcloud.com/rip_topaz/mix-...test-hope-bass

It's a DM1 created drum pattern, running as a loop in Loopy.
The keys are Sunrizer XS.
The bass is my P-bass through Jamup
Recorded in MTDAW.

[kenstee]

My major issue with AmpliTube iOS is you need to buy different versions for iPhone and iPad if you have both devices. All the others work on both so no need to buy them twice if you have both devices.

[Brocbass]

Originally Posted by AaronMB

Definitely. That's what the fellas here are using (and it's the bulk of discussion within this thread!): AudioBus is the middle man, JamUp is the amp-sim, and MTDAW is the recorder - more or less. This is the simplified, quick answer...until someone can give something more of a right/complete answer.

Check out what MTDAW can do for you: I believe the 'stock' paid program will do 8 tracks and you can upgrade it for more, if needs be.

Thanks much I've been reading to post and lookin for a quick solution. This seems like it might work ima give it a try

[clokwise]

Have some questions about specific types of sounds on JamUp. Should I ask here or better to start a new post? Didn't want to dirty up the post with something that may or may not be relevant

[Duke21]

Originally Posted by clokwise

Have some questions about specific types of sounds on JamUp. Should I ask here or better to start a new post? Didn't want to dirty up the post with something that may or may not be relevant

Nothing about Jamup is non relevant, just ask.

[Duke21]

Originally Posted by Brocbass

Quick ques guys I have sum tracks sum1 sent me to add sum bass too. I have a iPad 2 apogee jam n jamup also. Would audiobus and Daw apps help me out?

I can't say I really understand you question, but if you want to put several tracks together and do recordings in general then Audiobus and MT DAW absolutely the best tools together with Jamup.

[Duke21]

Originally Posted by AaronMB

Definitely. That's what the fellas here are using (and it's the bulk of discussion within this thread!): AudioBus is the middle man, JamUp is the amp-sim, and MTDAW is the recorder - more or less. This is the simplified, quick answer...until someone can give something more of a right/complete answer.

Check out what MTDAW can do for you: I believe the 'stock' paid program will do 8 tracks and you can upgrade it for more, if needs be.

There are some more powerful recorders then MT DAW such as Auria, but Auria is expensive, and from what I read in the web site you must buy Jamup within Auria as a plugin in order to make Jamup an internal module of Auria. As far as one must do that and the fact that Auria do not support Audiobus, well MT DAW is the clear winner for us Jamup users.

[Rip Topaz]

In that context, Auria sounds a lot like IK.

[clokwise]

In JamUp what amp, settings, and effects do you guys recommend for a tight funk type sound. I don't do slap but I love the real tight, punchy funk tones. I'm having a hard time dialing one in.

[Rip Topaz]

In Jamup, each amp in the Bass Expansion Pack has its own flavor. For tight low end, go with the GK. for a funky sound, don't scoop the mids, but cut the treble to about 10:00.



Here's my "starting" setting. I usually just keep it as close to flat as possible, and cut the treble because my bass is a passive P and can get too bright if you're not careful.

With flats, the treble cut results in a super funky fingerstyle tone. My favorite setting, actually.

[Rip Topaz]

Also, keep in mind that my presets are different depending on output.

What I mean is that I've stored a separate bank for when I use headphones in the living room, than the presets for when I'm cranking through the PA.

[Duke21]

I know little about funk, but my guess will be the K800, just like Rip.

You latest clips Rip with the MT DAW are awesome!