Do i need a DI Box/preamp?

[BangGang]

Hello, soon i'll get a Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 sound card. Do i need a DI box or (even better?) a preamp? I was thinking for an Eden WTDI.
I'd like to not spend more than the cost of the Eden. All i want is a decent sound.
I have a passive bass with bassline pickups.
Thanks

 

[BazzTard]

you don't NEED a DI before the Focusrite, you can go straight into it. But obviously to tweak your sound if you are not going to use VST amp models after tracking,then a nice DI like the MXR M80 DI+ or a Samsamp or the Eden will colour your tone.

I've used the MXR and the Samsamp BDDI and like them both. The Sansamp can get a lot of different sounds out of it,once you come to terms with their mid scooping EQ method.

 

[BangGang]

Sweet! Although i will probably need that Eden WTDI later for rehearsals & lives. Thank you

 

[And I]

you will get an okay sound plugging your bass directly into the scarlett. with a good DI box you will get a better sound. might as well try it without first and see if you like it without a preamp / DI before you spend the money for one...