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Amp Direct Out vs DI box?

#25
MIJ-VI said:
"Be careful though, plugging straight into the DI box and unplugging your bass during the show will result in a loud pop over the PA system. Very bad!"

Using cables fitted with Neutrik 1/4-inch Silent Plugs would help to avoid this.
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Thank you! Definitely going to check it out. I used to used the Planet Waves Cable that had a switch in it so you could disconnect it when you did not want a signal - I had two of them break at back-back shows! I treat my gear well too!
 
#26
I also would recommend the Radial Tonebone Bassbone. It is a Preamp/DI with 2 sets of tone control and can switch between 2 basses or switch between 2 settings on 1 bass. I like to dial in each bass and then just hit a button ti switxh. It's versatile and clean. Just over $200, but worth it IMO.

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http://www.tonebone.com/tb-bassbone.htm
 
#28
Boy, ever since getting a Type 85, I really understand just how crappy a lot of these amp DI's are. All this time I thought they were fine ;)

Well, the truth is they are fine, and you should be able to get a good sound out of any equipment. I've recorded tracks with all manner of DI's, expensive to cheap, and as long as I'm playing well, I can always get a good sound. But there's good and then there's GOOD. And it really makes a difference to get a good Countryman or Radial.
 
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#29
Question:

I'm planing to buy a Countryman 85 for the guitar and the bass. CM site recommends those setups: [Invalid or Expired Link Removed] Sorry, I'm kinda new to the DI thing.

Right now my setup is following:

Bass/Guitar -> Ampeg B115 (line-out) -> Echo Audiofire 4 -> Cubase SX3

When I get my DI, is the following right?

Bass -> DI (DI's Mic Out to the Audiofire 4) -> Amp's input
 
#31
magnus90 said:
Question:

I'm planing to buy a Countryman 85 for the guitar and the bass. CM site recommends those setups: [Invalid or Expired Link Removed] Sorry, I'm kinda new to the DI thing.

Right now my setup is following:

Bass/Guitar -> Ampeg B115 (line-out) -> Echo Audiofire 4 -> Cubase SX3

When I get my DI, is the following right?

Bass -> DI (DI's Mic Out to the Audiofire 4) -> Amp's input
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Yes, you are correct! Don't think too hard! :D
 
#32
Gearhead17 said:
The AMP DI out can be your best weapon to get the tone of the amp head post EQ (after you make tone changes) straight to the house guy.
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The only trouble with post-EQ is that you probably EQ based on the EQ curve of the cab you're using. This could be completely wrong for the PA system, which is why many soundguys prefer a DI box. The longer I've played, the less important EQ on my amp has become.
 
#34
Dave Bassincus said:
The only trouble with post-EQ is that you probably EQ based on the EQ curve of the cab you're using. This could be completely wrong for the PA system, which is why many soundguys prefer a DI box. The longer I've played, the less important EQ on my amp has become.
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I go back and forth on this. I think in most normal situations it doesn't matter, but last night I had to boost the bass knob all the way up for the GK 400RB/Hartke Transporter 410 I was supplied for my gig. That sucked bigtime...last year these guys brought me an MTI SVT and a 90's 410HE and I loved it. This year they bring me total crap. Transporter...bleccchh. Even the VT can't make those dog cabs sound warm and ballsy. So yeah, if you have to use ridiculous EQ to get your sound, probably a better idea to go pre. Good thing I brought a DI.
 
#36
Gearhead17 said:
Wedges are wonderful for shooting sound in a short throw pattern. You will have to be glued to the monitor for the majority of the show to hear yourself well. Honestly though, some of the good venues will not have the monitors as loud as you really need them. I have been in too many clubs where the monitors can barely handle the guitars and vocals - case in point - always have your rig with you! You never know! Unless you have an in-ear monitoring system or know 100% the venue has good enough wedges - don't chance it.
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+2 on that. This sound guy at one venue we play loves to give me this horrible glassy, boomy tone that nearly ruins my capacity to perform unless I have my cab there to use as my personal monitor. You may be okay chancing it if you're familiar with what your sound guy gives you in the monitors, but IMO I wouldn't dare.
 

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