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I'm not smart enough for Genzler Magellan
- By GrowlerBox
- Amps and Cabs [BG]
- 58 Replies
I'm getting TC Electronic RH450 vibes ...Boss Katana 500 he likes doesn't seem to fit that
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Maybe you can explain what this 'Cab Resonance' calibration is doing; Here is explanation by Designers at Bass Gear Review; I had powered cab that had Tech claimed to match Amp to that speakers characteristics this claims any Cab review also mentions their proprietary Class D fixes all of Class D Amps problems
From Bass Gear Mag
I had the pleasure of being in contact with the Katana designers directly, and we are lucky in that they gave me some fascinating and exclusive insights into the amp’s design to share with you! Here is some feedback directly from the “BOSS Team:”
“The impedance of a cabinet speaker is frequency-dependent. In other words, impedance changes value with frequency. This is sometimes referred to as the “impedance curve.” Typical class-D amplifiers reduce output power/wattage at frequencies with high electrical impedance.
On the other hand, traditional vacuum tube amplifiers (typically classes A, AB, and B) have been favoured for their ability to maintain a consistent power output (measured in watts/W) despite variations in electrical impedance. Furthermore, depending on the design, sound pressure can be increased at the lowest resonant frequency. However, vacuum tube amps are relatively heavy, not as portable, and often require maintenance. These problems, specifically, and others, have been solved with the Katana-500 Bass Head.
…getting the optimum sound from a head and cabinet setup requires understanding the characteristics of the many different cabinet speakers players freely choose to connect. While building a speaker cabinet fully allows you to understand its characteristics, it is time-consuming. Imagine, therefore, the value of a system that eliminates this barrier; that was the starting point for developing our Cabinet Resonance function…
…Overcoming significant challenges, a power amplifier with special electrical sensing circuitry that analyses connected speakers/cabinets was developed. This unique design allows the power amplifier to sense cabinet characteristics … while the cab is connected. Informed by our analysis results, we determined ideally how to drive the power amplifier for different cabinets. Subsequently, a new class-D power amp circuit design was developed based on feedback from professional bassists.”
TL/DR, In layman’s terms, the Katana-500’s Cabinet Resonance function optimises the interaction between amp and speaker/cabinet through a sophisticated sensing system and reactive class-D circuit. It’s designed to overcome the limitations of typical class-D amplifiers, which tend to reduce output at frequencies with high electrical impedance, causing a loss in sound pressure, particularly in the basement-dwelling frequencies.
The Cabinet Resonance function offers two selectable modes: Green and Orange. Green is tuned for a tight, fat low-end modern bass sound, while Orange produces a thicker, warmer bass tone for that vintage, laid-back feel. These modes were developed with input from professional bassists, ensuring they’re practical for a variety of musical styles and cabinet types.
Further amplifier behaviour “modelling” comes courtesy of the Amp Feel function offering “Vintage” and “Modern” tonal flavours.
“The Katana-500 Bass Head’s reactive drive class-D circuit is unique. It differs significantly from other companies’ typical class-D designs, like popular modeller/FRFR setups or modelling combos. Those designs tend to suffer from an extremely high damping factor, resulting in excessive speaker braking. This translates as an overly harsh, tight feel for the player.”
Some class-D amplifiers can be very low, but seem to lack girth in the sound.
“Using innovative DSP and hardware design, the Katana-500 Bass Head captures a wider range of damping factor characteristics, bridging the gap between the classic feel of tube amps and the modern precision of class-D. The Amp Feel control (Modern, Vintage, or off) comes into play here, working in tandem with the Cab Resonance function to achieve a variety of sounds and responses with connected speakers. With Amp Feel off, you get a flat response, but when Cab Resonance is added (Green setting), you get a great balance between dynamics and tightness. The Modern Amp Feel option provides more pronounced tightness, especially with the Green Cab Resonance setting added. Naturally, Vintage Amp Feel mode gives a warmer response, and with the Green Cab Resonance applied is the best balance between dynamics and low-end clarity.”
.Which is to say nothing against the amp itself -- I still have an RH450 and dig it out from time to time, but this does sound a bit like special pleading.
Guitar Center used site
If anyone is in the Greenfield, WI area, the Music-Go-Round has a Washburn T-35 Taurus bass for $280. This bass was part of test batch of which only, not sure which it is, 35 were made, or, 35 were sent to the USA. They have this label as a T-25 which has a bolt on neck and Washburn import "J" pickups and a Washburn import preamp.
Note that the one mentioned is neck through and the electronics are stock as these were made with a Duncan MM pickup (as shown) and Duncan preamp (which, I am guessing is still in the bass.) The bridge is also stock, with 17mm (think Spector) spacing.
I have one of these babies, and it plays really nice. The neck has never moved. The pickup and preamp sound great.
Someone has attached finger rests (and removed them, leaving screw holes below the G string, and changed out the tuners and tilted them forward, like on Warwick basses. (The original tuners were gold.)
For a neck through 5 string that is quite rare, and at $280, is less than they usually sell for...
See it here... Used Washburn T25 Taurus Bass Guitar Wood 5-String @ 40015-S000345343
Note that the one mentioned is neck through and the electronics are stock as these were made with a Duncan MM pickup (as shown) and Duncan preamp (which, I am guessing is still in the bass.) The bridge is also stock, with 17mm (think Spector) spacing.
I have one of these babies, and it plays really nice. The neck has never moved. The pickup and preamp sound great.
Someone has attached finger rests (and removed them, leaving screw holes below the G string, and changed out the tuners and tilted them forward, like on Warwick basses. (The original tuners were gold.)
For a neck through 5 string that is quite rare, and at $280, is less than they usually sell for...
See it here... Used Washburn T25 Taurus Bass Guitar Wood 5-String @ 40015-S000345343
40th Anniversary Jazz (Squier) vs Fender MIM
- By BassicJazzy
- Basses [BG]
- 24 Replies
From '90, Jazz Plus and Ovation Premier Elite ABG, no sprout yet on either of these. Quality woods, quality build on both, USA-made.I had so many basses sprout fret, on high end basses even, that I bought a fret file, for DIY. I have grown to enjoy the tinkering, but once done, it's done.
I guess I could skeak into L&M with my file to have a bit of fun
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NBD - Rare Greco short scale fretless "scroll" bass
- Basses [BG]
- 29 Replies
Interesting! The fretted one I had had a slightly different pickup than that one on Reverb.
G. Gould Basses @ Rocket Music!
- By RocketMusic
- Rocket Music
- 79 Replies
Geoff just shared these shots of the completed bass. It should ship to me in a couple days!
Medium scale bass strings that would be good for slap
- By michael_t
- Strings [BG]
- 25 Replies
Now that we've established the fact your bass can take just about any "long scale" strings, thanks to the reverse headstock, I can make a recommendation...
SIT Foundations, which come in both stainless and nickel, depending on your preference. They're designed to be relatively flexible due to a thinner hex core used, making them suitable for slapping.
SIT Foundations Stainless Bass String Long Scale Set - 4-String 45-105
SIT Foundations Stainless Steel Bass Strings Part Number: FS45105L Gauges: .045 .065 .085 .105 Scale Length: Long Scale Winding Length: 37.5" The S.I.T. String Company Foundations Stainless Steel bass strings are brighter and more flexible than any other bass string. Start building the...
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SIT Foundations Nickel Plated Steel Bass String Long Scale Set - 4-Str
SIT Foundations Nickel Plated Steel Bass Strings Part Number: FN45105L Gauges: .045 .065 .085 .105 Scale Length: Long Scale Winding Length: 37.5" The S.I.T. String Company Foundations Nickel bass strings are brighter and more flexible than any other bass string. Start building the foundations...
fretnation.com
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