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Demeter HBP-1

Discussion in 'Recordings [BG]' started by Bonafide, Jun 20, 2020.

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  1. Jun 20, 2020 #1
    Bonafide

    Bonafide The Adventures Of Fusion Chicken Supporting Member

    Oct 15, 2002
    Central TX
    I have been using the Demeter VTBP-201s and the Yamaha PB-1 (As well as a number of analog and digital options) for a long time, both live and studio. I recently got this Demeter HBP-1. This tone is direct out of the Demeter Jensen DI into the board. Bongo 6 with a fresh, just strung up Thomastik Jazz Flats.

    I do think the HBP-1 is punchier and bit harder / focused sounding than the VTBP-1. Certain basses, certain strings, will benefit from that. Its super musical still. The tube front end, without the solid state EQ engaged is supposed to be identical to the VTBP-1, and it's really close IMO. - Anyway for those seeking a great DI for DIRECT analog pre recording, no speaker sim or anything like that, this has been super pleasant to work with. Cheers, RG

     
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  2. Jun 28, 2020 #2
    Lowfader

    Lowfader

    Jul 11, 2004
    U.S.A.
    Good bass. I’ve been recording with mine for 16 years. Do you run the EQ button on the back engaged or flat?
     
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  3. Jun 28, 2020 #3
    Lowfader

    Lowfader

    Jul 11, 2004
    U.S.A.
    If the HBP1 was built without the Jensen the switch on the back is line level & mic. Push the button in for line level. After the Jensen transformer is added the switch becomes an EQ and flat switch. Push the button in for flat.
     
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  4. Jun 28, 2020 #4
    Bonafide

    Bonafide The Adventures Of Fusion Chicken Supporting Member

    Oct 15, 2002
    Central TX
    :thumbsup: EQ in...

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    Last edited: Jun 28, 2020