Do you practice with compression?

[scotch]

Unless you want technique problems down the road, don't practice with the compressor.

+1!

 

[Swift713]

A compressor is capable of performing several different roles. It isn't just about keeping playing dynamics in line. I do use mine to tame my Q-tron and my atrocious slap technique but I mainly enjoy the sound it gives my bass. It's subtle enough but the effect is above and beyond what technique alone can do.
So, the answer is yes, I practice with compression. However, I practiced the first 20 years without it.

 

[katri]

If ive plugged my board in then yes otherwise no

 

[scotch]

A compressor is capable of performing several different roles. It isn't just about keeping playing dynamics in line. I do use mine to tame my Q-tron and my atrocious slap technique but I mainly enjoy the sound it gives my bass. It's subtle enough but the effect is above and beyond what technique alone can do.
So, the answer is yes, I practice with compression. However, I practiced the first 20 years without it.

Sort of mixed messages, here. 20 years of practice without the comp is probably the key to successful technique now.

 

[JimmyM]

Ya, I noticed that, too. First 20 years without a comp entitles you to practice with one

 

[LM Bass]

I just started doing this, as my favourite preset on my TC electronics RH 450 has the spectracomp engaged. The headphone out on this thing sounds wonderful!

(For me it's 31 years no compressor. : )

 

[Swift713]

Ya, I noticed that, too. First 20 years without a comp entitles you to practice with one

Gee thanks, know where I can get a job?