So guys i really need a cheap preamp pedal others than the behringer bdi21 and the joyo sparrow. I also want a preamp that has a mid knob. Pls help
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Cheapest preamp d.i pedal with mid knob?
- Thread starter ChaseBassism
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Mxr bass preamp. You could set the mid frequency to like 250-1000hz.
Much like the older Sansamp BDDI, you can likely increase the mids on these by just turning down the bass and treble knobs. Some say just relabel the Volume knob as Mids and boom, works itself out.
The BDI21 can be modded for mids. Switches were used in this YT video but there's a variation using a pot instead. Pretty certain TB has a thread on it
You probably should define cheap, many consider the M81 very good for the money. Maybe a used MXR M80 would work for you, I’m a big fan of this pedal. OTOH, if you’re more concerned with equalization than tone, the Boss GEB 7 might be what you’re really looking for.
I guess i will go for the m80. Anyone have tried sansamp paradi before?
The M80 lets u choose between a scooped tone and a more transparent one, plus you get a distortion channel with a blend knob (very useful feature) and a good DI. MXR makes quality stuff and this one is no exception, so you'll be getting pro-level gear at an affordable price. For what I understand you're looking for, I believe the M80 is a good choice.
I used various SansAmp preamps over the last 11 years, including the Para DI, albeit for a couple of months only. I preferred the bass-dedicated preamps personally, but you see them boards around here, so the Para definitely has fans.
EDIT: Hopefully this will not come across as douchy and apologies if I offend my fellow TBers, but almost everytime I went the budget route, I ended up being disappointed and most often than not, flipping the budget pedal quickly, losing 20 bucks or so and going for the pedal I should've went for in the 1st place. One notable exception is the Zoom B1on, but there's no DI, so not what OP is looking for.
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I would recommend looking for a used MXR M80 here in the Classifieds. You can usually scoop one up at the very least for $85. Worth every penny IMO.
I use a Paradriver V2 but its not cheap.
I also have the new Zoom B1-Four. Amazing pedal for the money. It might be more than you need, but it will certainly do what you want.....and way more.
I also have the new Zoom B1-Four. Amazing pedal for the money. It might be more than you need, but it will certainly do what you want.....and way more.
Wait and save a bit more. Get something that you will be happy with than just a cheap Pre.
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The MXR pedals are a great value and good quality IMO. The M-80 is perfect for a bargain preamp with a DI IME. I also own a Tone Hammer, BDDI, PDDI, and BDDI V2. The Tech 21 pedals are a bit pricier and the Aguilar is in an even slightly higher range. I find they all work well, but tend to have voices of their own that may or may not appeal to everyone. My M-80 is probably the most neutral voiced and excellent when I just want to hear the tone of my bass with a little EQ and added punch.
It's funny, I went from an M80 to Darkglass B7KUltra and while I like the DG drive tone better, I kinda like the M80's clean better (with Color on but also adding a healthy dose of mid knob to counter the 800hz scoop). If the M80's dirty channel had the Attack switch from the B7K to give it more bite, it'd be great!
If you wanna go cheaper than MXR:
Eden WTDI, Palmer Pocket Amp Bass, EHX Batalion, TC Electronic SpectraDrive
Eden WTDI, Palmer Pocket Amp Bass, EHX Batalion, TC Electronic SpectraDrive
