Pre-Amp Duel

I've heard the V-Amp is good in the studio but sucks live.

 

I tried my BVAP as preamp. I was disappointed by the results. I ran it thru a Legion Sound PX-600 amp, A Legion Sound 2x10 and a X-audio 2x10. The sound was noisy and thin, no body. I don't think it really a preamp as much as its an effects processor. As a processor, its a kick; as a preamp its a kick in the neck.

 

Uhh, looking at all that cheap gear you play through, I don't think the problem was entirely the V-amps fault.

 

You're comparing apples and oranges there. if you need some programability, but sansamp tone try the tech21 psa-1. I have an RBI (rack version of the DI) check out the samples at www.tech21nyc.com

good luck

 

OK, tried this: BVAP>Trace Elliot AH300(line input)>Hartke 4.5 & Basson B15b. Same thin sound with excessive noise.
Tried cheap rig with a mixer replacing BVAP; works fine with no noise, full response.
Sorry, but this thing is NOT a pre-amp, its a effect processor.

How are you using yours? As preamp or processor?

 

I just picked up the RBI last Thursday to go with my Crown CE1000 and had to use it on gigs Friday and Saturday... Sounded great and I really didn't have the manual for those sample settings until last night (d'loaded them), when I got a chance to mess around with it.

I found mine for $150 used, but in great condition.

I think that it is pretty versatile and some interesting tones you can get... I'll probably have more to report after I have messed with it for a while.

 

Did anyone ever answer your question?

 

You might want to check out the BBE BMAX preamp.
[Check the sound clips on BassTasters.]

 

That's what I'm planning to buy....