I didn't know if it would be "improper" of me to use a URB through my Ampeg BA115, or is it a perfect setup? I have the amp, but am looking into buying an URB soon. Just wanted recommendations.
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Double Bass yay or nay?
- Thread starter ThunderousFunk
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- Dec 13, 1999
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- Chuck Sher publishes my book, WALKING BASSICS:The Fundamentals of Jazz Bass Playing.
It's not improper, it'll just sound like crap. The signal chain begins with those things hanging off your shoulders.
Remember all an amplifier can do (with an upright) is make the sound you're getting out of the bass louder. If you're getting a weak undefined sound that doesn't project acoustically, it doesn't matter what amp/pre-amp/EQ/speaker cabinet/speaker size/pick up etc you are using. All you will get is a LOUD weak undefined sound that doesn't project. Work (with your teacher) on developing a strong acoustic sound, THEN worry about yer amp and ****.
Remember all an amplifier can do (with an upright) is make the sound you're getting out of the bass louder. If you're getting a weak undefined sound that doesn't project acoustically, it doesn't matter what amp/pre-amp/EQ/speaker cabinet/speaker size/pick up etc you are using. All you will get is a LOUD weak undefined sound that doesn't project. Work (with your teacher) on developing a strong acoustic sound, THEN worry about yer amp and ****.
Using a BA115 is probably neither "improper" or "perfect".
Selecting and buying a double bass isn't trivial. Like Ed said, if you have a teacher who can help you with that process, and then help you get started with the instrument, that's probably the best route.
Lots of info here re: basses, buying them, and amplifying them. For example: http://www.talkbass.com/forum/showthread.php?t=43093
The very first link is called How to Buy a DB.
You're definitely in the right place.
Selecting and buying a double bass isn't trivial. Like Ed said, if you have a teacher who can help you with that process, and then help you get started with the instrument, that's probably the best route.
Lots of info here re: basses, buying them, and amplifying them. For example: http://www.talkbass.com/forum/showthread.php?t=43093
The very first link is called How to Buy a DB.
You're definitely in the right place.
