Demeter VTBP M 800D @ NAMM

[3rdcurve]

that was taken right here in Columbia, MO.

MO and it's weather mood swings. 55 one day -2 the next.

 

[Arthur U. Poon]

that was taken right here in Columbia, MO.

I can assure you, the power section holds up under a B string just fine.

Thanks! That's great news, now I know what my next purchase is going to be.

I drive through Columbia quite often, this Winter has been pretty drastic with temperatures/conditions to say the least.

 

[tombowlus]

I really look forward to read the review! Please crank it up with a 5-string; I want to know how well it's lightweight power section does under stress.

I'm so fond of my HBP-1, if the powered version proves gigging volume worthy, I plan on leaving my current one in the rack with my CA9, and buy the powered version to use with my 2 Aguilar GS112's for small to medium rooms.

Thanks for all you do, Tom!

-And Chef, I notice you changed your profile pic, looks cold! Where was it taken?

Thank you much! We appreciate all the support that y'all give us here on TalkBass.

I should point out that James will install his 800-watt output section in customers' existing preamps. So, you could just send in your HBP-1 for the "conversion" and save some cash.

 

[silky smoove]

I love the form factor. I've been wishing my GK MB800 would be a little less aggressive up top and overall smoother sounding. This might be just the ticket.

I've been dying to get a Demeter preamp for years, but have never pulled the trigger, so I might just be trying to justify a purchase... But isn't that the point of TB?

 

[Chef]

Holler next time you're through!

I drive through Columbia quite often, .

 

[SteveC]

$1399?
Holy Cats; they'll sell a few of those!!!!!

No S*&T! For those who can't swing a Monique/Demeter Power amp this is a REALLY NICE option. Pre and power in the same package for the price of the Monique pre.

If I played out more I'd be tempted. My gig these days is in church (DI/IEM) so this would sit in my basement.

 

[CrashClint]

I should point out that James will install his 800-watt output section in customers' existing preamps. So, you could just send in your HBP-1 for the "conversion" and save some cash.

I think he quoted me around $800 to make the upgrade.

 

[Chef]

Yup.

 

[funk7856]

I should point out that James will install his 800-watt output section in customers' existing preamps. So, you could just send in your HBP-1 for the "conversion" and save some cash.

I just had Demeter upgrade my rackmount Monique with his 800W power section over the holidays. Only took 2 days (!) to upgrade it and ship back to me. Incredible customer service at Demeter.

 

[silky smoove]

Why can't this be out and in people's hands already!? Ideally in the hands of someone with a 201 to do a direct comparison. I'm super impatient.

 

[tombowlus]

Why can't this be out and in people's hands already!? Ideally in the hands of someone with a 201 to do a direct comparison. I'm super impatient.

LOL! I'm hoping to have one fairly soon. James is a bit back-logged after NAMM, though.

 

[nshuman]

clubbass.ca is taking preorders for it

 

[Arthur U. Poon]

Holler next time you're through!

I'd love to sometime, appreciate it! I'm in the process of transferring to Indianapolis, -which will take some time.

Figured I needed to be closer to Tom's house and those cigar sampling, Scotch sipping, drool at all his amps/cabs/basses GTG's!

As far as understand, the power module can't be bypassed, so I wouldn't be able to use my HBP-1 with my CA9 if I did the upgrade.

Therefore I have no other choice than to buy more of Jim's incredible products!

 

[CrashClint]

Why can't this be out and in people's hands already!? Ideally in the hands of someone with a 201 to do a direct comparison. I'm super impatient.

I am sending my 201 to have it checked over and a tuner out installed, if Tom will cover the cost of the upgrade I will let him keep it for a month to run it through the paces.

 

[silky smoove]

Very generous of you!

 

[tombowlus]

I am sending my 201 to have it checked over and a tuner out installed, if Tom will cover the cost of the upgrade I will let him keep it for a month to run it through the paces.

While I appreciate the offer, I already have a 201 (and a 201s, and an HBP-1).

Thank you very much for the offer, though.

 

[JKdemeter]

Hello Demeter fans. We will be adding the VTBP-M-800. On our web page next week.We finished building the Prto-type the night before load in at NAMM, so we did not have time to get every thing together on our site. I am very grateful for the positive response this product has received. Thanks James Demeter

 

[Marial]

Hello Demeter fans. We will be adding the VTBP-M-800. On our web page next week.We finished building the Prto-type the night before load in at NAMM, so we did not have time to get every thing together on our site. I am very grateful for the positive response this product has received. Thanks James Demeter

Awesome!!!!! I can see ordering one of these in another couple of months. Just need to save a little dough.

 

[Jman2089]

Hey tom, quick question for the hbp-1. Have you ever tried it with the bergy ip-112?
I'm leaning in that direction.

 

[walbassist]

Just put down a deposit for one here in the UK - can't wait.

Did a test with the rackmount VTBP and a Minnie 800 into a Berg HD201 (the cab I own) using Mr Sklar's settings, and wow... the sound was just incredible.

Can't wait