Sansamp DI....***?

[jaywa]

Most monitors, unless they're really good, suck for bass, and even those that don't end up being real bright, way too bright for me.

Truth. After a few times hearing your bass sound like a banjo or ukelele in the wedge you start seriously seeking out other options.

 

[Eric_71]

I am very familiar with going direct like that. A little too darn familiar. Absolutely bring a practice amp. Most monitors, unless they're really good, suck for bass, and even those that don't end up being real bright, way too bright for me.

That's interesting. I just experienced that exact thing last Friday, but in the past I've actually had pretty good luck with that sort of thing. Good to know though -- thanks!

 

[thebates]

Good stuff from you guys......I'll take some time with the sound man and the DI itself next gig. I downloaded the manual but all your advice on settings makes sense.
I'm using two basses, Washburn active force and an Allen Woody Epiphone. I installed an Aguilar pre-amp in the Woody so plenty of signal there.

 

[tech21nyc]

Without knowing what type of speaker you are using, how its configured and whether or not it is functioning properly any speculation on settings is pretty much a waste of time.

They are worried about volume and yet you are trying to compete with a live drummer (not an electronic kit) and they are amplifying the kick?

The drums tend to dictate the volume of the band. You really need to find out what is going on to make this work and hopefully the sound person will work with you.

 

[father of fires]

The presence knob is key to BDDI success.

 

[GrooveWarrior]

Does your Head or Amp have a DI on it? I've taken one of my heads to a gig before just to use the DI since I'm familiar with the tone of the amp and how to get the tone I need. Maybe you can do that.