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bass rig hookup suggestions

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brad334

Mar 18, 2010
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Im just looking for a few suggestions on what order to wire up my bass rig. Im not new at this but im also no expert. For the setup I have there just seems to be quite a number of different ways to run everything. So here's what my rig contains

line 6 g90 wireless
ampeg svt2 pro
tech21 vt bass rackmount
bbe 882i maximizer
dbx 266xs compressor

I'd ike to have the option of using the tech21 as a footswitchable effect as well as having it on all the time
 
#2
Delete the maximizer.

After that, just try various orders and pick whatever sounds best. You might like the effects better in the effects loop or into the input. Either way is okay (you also might like one effect in the loop and the other into the input, or vice versa).

I would start by getting a tone you like just with the amp by itself, and then add things.
 
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Presumably you have a footswitch for the VT.

The compressor will work best in the effect loop of your amp.

The vt should handle going in the effect loop or in front, assuming it's same as RBI rackmount with the padding.

Getting the levels right in the effect loop would have the advantage of using the VT's DI. So Comp first, VT 2nd in the fx loop of,your amp.

Maximiser in the bin.
 
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Thanks for the help. I figured I would have a few people tell me to get rid of the maximizer. Any suggestions as to what to replace it with? I have this problem where open rack spaces bug me. I think I may have found a community here that understands my pain
 
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With that setup you may want to check into using FULL RANGE speaker cabinets instead of "name brand" BASS GUITAR CABINETS. You may be pleasantly surprised especially if you love the way your bass sounds through a PA run by a competent soundperson.

On topic: I vote for the vented rack plate.
 
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Sartori said:
Delete the maximizer.

After that, just try various orders and pick whatever sounds best. You might like the effects better in the effects loop or into the input. Either way is okay (you also might like one effect in the loop and the other into the input, or vice versa).

I would start by getting a tone you like just with the amp by itself, and then add things.
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I hate to say it, but I feel the same way about that DBX compressor. I have one of the black faced 266, and to my ears its a tone suck of a compressor. Think about saving a few bucks and getting the 166 for your setup.
 
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BurningSkies said:
I hate to say it, but I feel the same way about that DBX compressor. I have one of the black faced 266, and to my ears its a tone suck of a compressor. Think about saving a few bucks and getting the 166 for your setup.
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I just didn't know enough about it to comment.

brad334 said:
I will look into the 166. And johnny im currently running a svt 810e. Im not sure if that qualifies as full range or name brand. I like it because its sealed with no tweeter. What cab comes to mind for you?
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The 810e is a great cab. Especially with that head.
 

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