Recent content by Hamrlik

Some independent builder should design a pedal called the "It's Not A Tumor" just for the OP.

Weird

The Line 6 HX/Helix line holds up extremely well compared to newer offerings. It's just not...new anymore. I've owned an HX Effects and 2 Stomps over the years. My guitarist has been using the Helix since before COVID, loves it, and despite researching newer products has no good reason to switch...

Agreed. Adding a DI to a $600 DI doesn't make sense to me.

Once I decided that I was considering a compressor for my live rig (which I've never used in my 25 years of playing shows) I specifically wanted something that would impart some color to my tone. That eliminated the Empress from the start. The many reviews I've read and demo clips I've heard are...

Buy the most expensive rig that the most people suggest.

I don't remember where I read this years ago regarding EQ but it basically went like this...cut to sound better, boost to sound different. I've found subtractive EQ to be hugely useful when doing live performances. So many suggestions to boost mids to cut through. I'm not exactly what that means...

I've just begun researching compressors and didn't even know there was a v2. Good to know. The Cali is one of 4-5 I've been considering along a few much cheaper options. The metering addition is very nice and doubt there is much difference sonically between the 2. Origin knows when they have a...

Nice score. I'll bet that rig totally kills! Enjoy.

I can vouch for the Quilter BB803. This amp absolutely slams and has 3 different vocings available, one of which can definitely get you a vintage style tone. You'd also save yourself a fair bit of money towards your cabs (which I personally believe are a more important part of a rigs' chain). If...

Outstanding write up. "Makes me want to play more" is about as good of a compliment as you can give a piece of gear. Congratulations and enjoy.

How did the Magellan cabs compare to the newer NC210? Obviously the 12's should give more low end and a bit more volume but I'm curious since you appear to play louder shows. Im also prone to some louder-than-Id-like gigs and use a number of effects with my setup. The Magellan cabs are still...

Thanks for the feedback. I'm sorry to hear about your back issues. That's no joke. I deal with constant rotator cuff inflammation from my job which is a factor in my next cab purchases. The Bass Array series is on my short list. LFSys is a really interesting platform. I wish they had more...

The Ibanez is an amazing value. I own one and through it at the end of my signal chain when recording. For live use I have no need for that kind of adjustment and use my amp and bass's eq exclusively. Highly recommended.

Just curious how the NC212 is working out for you.