Volume leveling problem

[Crash Course]

I am using my Deluxe Jazz (Active EQ) to record onto my computer. I am going from my amp to my computer sound card. The software I am using is CMuzys. The problem I am having is this, when I record, the volume level goes up and down. I don't have any problems when I use a passive bass (Like my P). I have tried rolling off all the eq settings and still have the same problem only lower volumes. Any suggestions?

 

[caesarbass]

Are you using the DI from your amp or are you mic'ing your amp? Maybe try a different DI, coutryman, sansamp, avalon, etc...I'm not familiar with the software you're using, sorry.

 

[Crash Course]

Amp has a built in DI. Have not tried a different DI but that is my next step.

 

[brianrost]

Describe "up and down". Maybe you just need to use some compression. Active basses can sometimes have greater dynamic range than passive basses.

 

[Crash Course]

When I am playing, the sound coming from my amp is level. But, when I play the recording back, the slightest inflection on my part makes the volume go up almost to clip. It really gets bad when I hold a note for any extended amount of time. Compression may also be the answer.

 

[WalterBush]

Compression would help, but it sounds to me as if your amp's DI is working as a gain stage, or otherwise affecting your bass's volume. I'd find a separate one, and use it. I'm suspicious of built-in direct outs.


And good luck with Muzys, I found that program to be, um, clunky to use, although very powerful for a freebie

 

[remo]

i would also consider getting a limiter to track your bass through.. try one of these..

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