I was assuming the on-line would show up first. If that's not the case, then no need IMO. I look forward to the first issue!
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new epifani amps at namm!
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I was assuming the on-line would show up first. If that's not the case, then no need IMO. I look forward to the first issue!
Objective testing is one of the core reasons for our existence! And it will be DETAILED.
What I'm surprised about is that while the size of these amps look to be on the "micro amp" side of things, zzounds.com has them both listed as weighing 16lbs. Still very light, but not "micro amp" light.
EDIT: nevermind, I was thinking of the piccolo. I forgot the PS400 and PS1000 are the same physical size as the older PS600.
EDIT: nevermind, I was thinking of the piccolo. I forgot the PS400 and PS1000 are the same physical size as the older PS600.
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We could easily do that, but we wanted to show some bonus consideration for our paid subscribers.
Tom.
We could easily do that, but we wanted to show some bonus consideration for our paid subscribers.
Tom.
That makes total sense. I was assuming that the on-line version would be a mini-version type preview thing similar to Bass Player magazine. The way you are doing it makes total sense if it is a full, digital version of the paper magazine. I assume you are including at least some additional features in the paper version to provide some 'incentive' for those who get a taste on-line to 'sign up' for the full deal.
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The online digital flipbook version will be the entire magazine, and will be identical to the print version. The print version will, however, be on very high grade paper (better than what you may be used to getting), and hopefully of sufficient value to justify the cost.
In addition, there will be additional content featured on the website, and some of this might only be available to paid subscribers. Still working that one out.
Tom.
Cool. Not sure if the high grade paper will justify the cost of a subsciption versus identical content on the web, but you guys will figure that out.
Seems like the thing that makes the most sense is to supply a reduced version on the web for free as a 'teaser' for subsciption, and then a reduced cost subscription for the web version (since I assume that costs you less) and a higher cost subscription for the magazine.
However, I also understand that having a lot of free web subscribers can drive what you charge for advertising, etc., so I realize it's not so simple.
I really look forward to the magazine. Since it's running a touch late, it might be cool to put up one or two 'teaser' articles on the web site!
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I hate to veer any more off topic, but to be honest, we aren't really making any money on the print subscriptions, and our marketing scheme is not about trying to make money at all off of our subscribers, so our digital subs are just as valuable to us as our print subs. Our main goal with the print subs is that those who pay for the print version are happy with the quality of the product they receive.
And as for 'teasers', I'm working on it!
Trust me, though, establishing our testing methodology, and making sure that we were set up to 'deliver the goods' has been a time-consuming, though enlightening, process.Sorry for the OT detour. Now, back to your regularly scheduled programming!
Tom.
Hey Ken,
Tom and I built the mag to be the one we wanted to get in our mailboxes. IMHO, I'd definitely pay for a mag so i didn't have to read it on a computer screen. And there will be advantages to the print edition - we are planning a neat 'tear off' sheet for that contains the review synopsis and test results that you could take with you to a store to act as your gear guide. The digital version won't be printable (nor would you want to run off a 100 page plus mag on an ink-jet...yuk!)
And we're on the same page as you about the site - watch for updates arriving shortly!
Tom and I built the mag to be the one we wanted to get in our mailboxes. IMHO, I'd definitely pay for a mag so i didn't have to read it on a computer screen. And there will be advantages to the print edition - we are planning a neat 'tear off' sheet for that contains the review synopsis and test results that you could take with you to a store to act as your gear guide. The digital version won't be printable (nor would you want to run off a 100 page plus mag on an ink-jet...yuk!)
And we're on the same page as you about the site - watch for updates arriving shortly!
I hate to veer any more off topic, but to be honest, we aren't really making any money on the print subscriptions, and our marketing scheme is not about trying to make money at all off of our subscribers, so our digital subs are just as valuable to us as our print subs. Our main goal with the print subs is that those who pay for the print version are happy with the quality of the product they receive.
And as for 'teasers', I'm working on it!
Sorry for the OT detour. Now, back to your regularly scheduled programming!
Tom.
Very cool! Back to the Epi heads..... it will be interesting to see when these come out. The 902 was listed for sale on some website (I think Bass Northwest or Bass Central) for YEARS before it finally shipped
i'm supposed to hit the shop in a few days, and i think nick told me he'd have some on hand. CANT WAIT!
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Sorry guys - I have just seen Nick in Frankfurt at the Music Messe and the Piccolo was still very much a mock-up/prototype. Looks like it should be good though!
The 400 and 1000 looked and sounded good too - I managed to hear the whole range, playing a very nice Fodera to boot!
The 400 and 1000 looked and sounded good too - I managed to hear the whole range, playing a very nice Fodera to boot!
I feel that somebody needs to venture out on a limb in this thread...
so I'll say..
I'm glad that these new amps aren't blue
so I'll say..
I'm glad that these new amps aren't blue
+1 It's my understanding that the Piccolo is a long way off, and not even a 'sure introduction'. That 1000 is going to do well I think.... 2 rack space, 1000 watts into 4ohm and 16 pounds.... $999 or maybe less... not bad!
Some of their combos look nice too! I can imagine that a PS115C with a PS115 underneath it being a killer combination. Then again, I've always wanted/lusted after dual 115's, so the idea of having two 50lb 115's really makes me happy. I'd sure love to try the PS1000 too, although I'd rather have a sweepable mid in a 3 band EQ.
Then again, I've always wanted/lusted after dual 115's, so the idea of having two 50lb 115's really makes me happy. I'd sure love to try the PS1000 too, although I'd rather have a sweepable mid in a 3 band EQ.
I hear that the Picolo will be the same as the 502, but with only one channel. Dan from Dan's Guitars here in Honolulu, said after listening to the Picolo at the NAMM show..it would be his choice hands down.
Now I hear a lot of comparison with the Markbass LMII, but have never played through it or heard it. I would like to see a A/B comparison from those who have tried both.
I've been playing SWR, EDEN, and the like...all tube heads, and am tired of the slow response that it has when played. Tube amps seem to chime in miliseconds later, and when doing 16th notes, or fast passages, it tends to be a bit too slow for my liking. I wanted immediacy and presence (along with all the other bass wants of course), and will end up gonig back to transitorized amps, like GK, or maybe EPIFANI...what is Markbass? Transistor?
Any help appreciated.
Thanks
Vern
