Even if true, that doesn't make it bad. Actually a smart way to go. That's how we evolved from monkeys, by reusing lots of stuff and making a few small key changes...
Randy
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*** EA iAMP Pro *** GOTTA SEE THIS!!!
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Randy
One of EA's best designs has been its preamp and EQ... aside from some of the random shorting issues on some iAmp350s ... Gotta assume they changed that chip because the board they gave me to replace mine has been stable since 2004 with heavy gigging.
I appreciate the fact they're trying but I don't understand the layout of the doubler. As far as I can tell, like the Micro, there is a switch for channels as well as individual gain knobs?
Also, I find the effects send/returns with mix knob to be kind of superfluous on an amp marketed to jazz players...the whole section seems like it's taking up too much panel space.
Three, and what I really don't understand is, why not 2 combo jacks?
It seems to me they could have done the whole thing in the context of the Micro chassis if they had employed a better layout.
Also, I find the effects send/returns with mix knob to be kind of superfluous on an amp marketed to jazz players...the whole section seems like it's taking up too much panel space.
Three, and what I really don't understand is, why not 2 combo jacks?
It seems to me they could have done the whole thing in the context of the Micro chassis if they had employed a better layout.
You know, I get the feeling their designs have a lot to do with the players they're consulting for design options... A lot of those guys already have those sorts of magic boxes and are looking for a simplified input layout.
<shrug>
Even if true, that doesn't make it bad. Actually a smart way to go. That's how we evolved from monkeys, by reusing lots of stuff and making a few small key changes...
Randy
+1 For a small company like EA, it is the only way to go. Keep your costs down by reusing parts.
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I really liked my old Micro, but found it way too lacking in output- I'm excited to try this one. The integrated ABY was actually a really nice feature that I miss.
yes.... the gain from a mic on an upright and it's p/up output are very different, this way both channels can be balanced to the same audible level
most "Jazz" guys I know have their favourite reverb/delay units that they always use.
2 combo jacks would take up too much room not to mention the high improbability of ever using two XLRs at one time for a bass (although much fun is garnered from engaging the probability drive)
if they had employed a better layout.... umm, Larry and John are kinda good at what they do and some might argue almost "Guru" status, they might employ a lot of stuff (like that crazy Dimin guy
) but employing crap layouts is something they don't do.
I guess I am the only one who preferred the old look. This looks like a 70s stereo, not a bass amp IMHO
But 1,200W for basically $1,200.... not bad
Haha ... yeah, it does bring back memories of Marantz receivers...
I was actually talking about the switch being redundant when you can just turn the gain all the way down. Not vice versa.
Maybe guitarists...and I don't know too many guitarists using two channels, but I could be wrong. I have never met a bassist on a jazz gig who had a reverb/delay unit.
OK, I will split the difference with you. Howabout one combo jack and you will save the space of one XLR in?
if they had employed a better layout.... umm, Larry and John are kinda good at what they do and some might argue almost "Guru" status, they might employ a lot of stuff (like that crazy Dimin guy
I didn't call it a crap layout. I do believe they could have put most of the functionality into the Micro faceplate.
I just call it like I see it, I'm sure it's a great sounding amp.
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not Jazz guitarists, friends of mine that are professional bassists that use their favourite reverb/delay processors for all of their gigs. (and their tone is insanely good)
and no you didn't say 'crap layout' that was my bad, I just think that when someone from the outside of things infers to a company like EA, that they could have come up with a better design, for all intents and purposes one might as well just say 'crap design' and be done with it.
and no you didn't say 'crap layout' that was my bad, I just think that when someone from the outside of things infers to a company like EA, that they could have come up with a better design, for all intents and purposes one might as well just say 'crap design' and be done with it.
I will say that the power addition to the Micro is very nice and with only a $75 price increase. At 500 watts, it could definitely take care of *MY* doubling needs in that I don't use and mic, effects of a notch filter. I may have to check that one out!
The Doubler is also a great deal if it's selling for $750 street per bass central.
The Doubler is also a great deal if it's selling for $750 street per bass central.
I believe the switch is there for people who use two basses at gigs. They can set the gain different for each bass and just switch back and forth.
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You're welcome
or maybe the rest of us should leave...
Cheers,
Cameron
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Less barking, more wagging!
I like the fact that EA provided dual gain controls AND a channel-selection switch because it accommodates using two uses: different basses, each with their own EQ; or blending two channels as when using a pickup and a microphone simultaneously.
This new amp is looking good!
I am really enjoying my Micro 300, and I really like the effects loop, as I always bring my Boss VF-1 multi-effects for reverb on my 'lectric bass.
I have a plan to get a footswitch, so that when I am playing my double bass, I can turn the pickup off for arco sections and just use the mic, but haven't followed through on it yet. Anyway, if the pro sounds as good as the micro, I will be ordering one for sure.
I am really enjoying my Micro 300, and I really like the effects loop, as I always bring my Boss VF-1 multi-effects for reverb on my 'lectric bass.
I have a plan to get a footswitch, so that when I am playing my double bass, I can turn the pickup off for arco sections and just use the mic, but haven't followed through on it yet. Anyway, if the pro sounds as good as the micro, I will be ordering one for sure.
Yeah, but it only goes down to 4 ohms. The reason I got the iAMP 800 is because of its ability to go down to 2 ohms. That's one of the prerequisites for me because of my cab set up.
It's actually a prerequisite for me too, because of my EA cabs!
They may think it is too powerful for the wizzys and aren't going to support them with this amp. But I am hoping that, like the iAMP500, they will announce it 2 ohms stable, but maybe with no power increase.
Really? Who?
Yes heaven forbid an actual bass player who doubles on electric and upright has an opinion about a product that targets him as a potential customer.
apparently not you but local guys here that absolutely can hold their own and do, on an international level amongst 'the best'.
wasn't knocking his opinion, god only knows we don't wanna do that type of thing around here is disagree with someone's opinion, was more shaking my head at the seeming inference of being able to design better than those who actually build/design/electrically engineer for a living.
that's all.
The new amps look cool, I did like the black face plates though.
The 300 has always interested me but the lack of XLR out was a bit of a deal breaker
The 300 has always interested me but the lack of XLR out was a bit of a deal breaker
