Remote Product Presentation
Video: Bass Players and the Spark Amp, With Rudy Sarzo
Looking for the lowdown on the Spark Amp & App?
In this remote product presentation, I had the opportunity to sit down with Rudy Sarzo via Skype for a detailed conversation about the Spark Amp & App by Positive Grid (The Best-Selling Practice Amp of 2020).
If you thought this was just for guitar players – or it is just a practice amp – Rudy will dispel these misconceptions and instead share the MANY possible ways bass players can utilize this very cool, compact system (as he likes to call it).
In this almost 30 minute conversation direct from his home, Rudy gives us a detailed lowdown to the plethora (one of Rudy’s favorite words) of ways he is personally using the Spark.
His excitement was so inspiring that it made me want to hop online to get one, especially during the pandemic. Rudy showed me exactly why the Spark Amp & App system has a lot to offer any musician and their creative efforts.
Features include:
- Auto Chords – Automatically display guitar chords for millions of songs
- Voice Command – Control the app without lifting a finger
- Tone Engine – Hyper-realistic bass and guitar amp modeling and effects
- 10,000+ Tones – A massive, ever-growing tone library
- Full Range Sound – Deep, loud and immersive speaker and amp combo design
- Home Recording – Use Spark as your USB audio interface
- Electric, Bass and Acoustic Guitar Amp – Versatile tone for any instrument
- Plug In and Play – A full-range guitar amp designed for all levels of players
To find out more about the Spark Amp and App, click here
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Bass Videos
Video: Keith Stixx On the NEW Tsunami V-15 Preamp + Sound Samples
The NEW Tsunami V-15 Preamp is here!
The Tsunami V-15 is an all-tube Class A preamp designed by legendary tube amp builder Bruce Egnater. It features two blend-able channels, inspired by the iconic B15 amp for pure tube goodness!
We sat down with Keith Stixx, Founder and President of Tsunami Cables, to get the low-down on what this preamp is capable of. Included in the video are sound samples, where he rounded up different members of the Tsunami family to demo the V-15, each with their unique style and gear. Check this out…
Preorders open today, with an initial run of 30 units.
Important: Many units have already been sold to current Tsunami artists, recording studios and reserved for promo/marketing.
As this first production run of the Tsunami V-15 is taking place during a pandemic (with continued delays on all levels of manufacturing), Keith is anticipating a shipping timeframe of July 2021. Once the first run sells out, the second run will become available for purchase.
More n the Tsunami V-15 Preamp…
Channel 1 (top channel) is inspired by the early 60s design and utilizes a 6SL7 tube. Channel 2 (bottom channel) takes a nod from the early 70s with a 12AX7 tube. Each channel has independent treble and bass controls, as well as high boost and high cut switches. The front has an instrument-level thru output as well as a stereo headphone practice amp. The back of the preamp features an XLR Balanced Output (-20dB pad and ground lift switches), and 1/4″ line-level output. An additional feature is a true bypass mode option, where the thru output (front) is not affected by the preamp (the XLR / Line level outputs are always affected). Bypass can be achieved by either the rear bypass switch or an optional momentary foot-switch.
The Tsunami V-15 Preamp measures 6″w x 4.5″h (w/handle) x 13″l with a weight of 6.5lb.
For more information, visit online at tsunamicables.com / follow @tsunamicables on Facebook & Instagram
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Bass Videos
Video: Spector NS Dimension Series Basses + Sound Sample
Taylor Mclam and Vincent Romanelli present the new NS Dimension Series Basses from Spector.
Available in both 4 and 5-string options, Spector’s NS Dimension Series combines iconic design with multi-scale construction, bringing a new level of playability and tonality to Spector’s dedicated legion of players.
In addition to the multi-scale, neck-thru construction, the NS Dimension features a variety of premium tonewoods and cutting-edge Fishman Fluence electronics.
The fully curved body is carved from lightweight Swamp Ash and features a highly figured Poplar Burl top. The 5-piece neck is constructed from Maple and Wenge for enhanced stability and eye-catching looks.
The 24 fret Wenge fingerboard also features illuminating side dots, allowing players to expertly navigate the fingerboard.
NS Dimension basses are available in two distinct finishes, Haunted Moss Matte and Super Faded Black Gloss.
For more information, visit online at spectorbass.com/series/dimension-series/
Bass Videos
Video: The New Vox VGH Bass
Kenny Echizen presents the new VGH Bass via Skype.
The Vox VGH Bass is a headphone bass amp that brings you the enjoyment of playing at home, in the rehearsal studio, or outdoors just by plugging into your bass guitar. When the headphone power is turned off, the product works like a pair of standard headphones, so it’s useful for a variety of situations.
Check out the VGH Bass:
VGH Bass Features:
- A bass headphone amplifier with a wide dynamic range
- A built-in compressor adds color to the sound.
- Features highly reliable closed-air dynamic headphone units made by Audio-Technica. Can be worn comfortably for long periods of time; ear pads can be rotated for easy storage.
- Uses valve reactor technology in the headphone amp circuitry.
- Includes a thick cable with plenty of length to play even while standing up. The cable can also be pulled out from the right ear pad, making it easy to play your guitar or bass guitar.
- Easy to operate, with the controls located on the right earpad.
- Plug into the AUX IN jack to jam along with your music player.
- Predominantly black colors to blend in with your look and match basses of any color.
For more information, visit online at voxamps.com/product/vgh-bass/
Bass Videos
Video: Jason Smith On the Fender Custom ‘60s PJ-Bass Special
This month I had the opportunity to sit down with Jason Smith to talk more about his fabrication of the Fender Custom ‘60s PJ-Bass Special.
Inspired by the 70th Anniversary of the Precision Bass, Jason’s Custom ‘60s PJ-Bass Special is a celebration of both the Precision Bass and old western ghost towns.
The design of this PJ-Bass was to have an early P Bass vibe, with modern playability, and a weathered old western appearance.
The Fender Custom ‘60s PJ-Bass features a rustic, reclaimed, roasted pine body with nail and bolt holes, the wood has lived a life as an old grain elevator in Minnesota before becoming an instrument. The tooled leather hand-painted pickguard gives the instrument a look of elegance paired with the weathered body. The instrument features a Josefina hand-wound PJ pickup set, slightly over-wound for higher output and deeper bass tone.
Gear Review: Fender Road Worn 60th Anniversary Jazz Bass
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Bass Videos
Video: New from Darkglass, the Aggressively Distorting Advanced Machine + Sound Sample
Kenny Echizen presents the new Aggressively Distorting Advanced Machine from Darkglass via Skype.
The Aggressively Distorting Advanced Machine is the result of a collaboration with one of the most celebrated artists in today’s metal scene – Adam “Nolly” Getgood. This pedal captures Nolly’s entire tonal arsenal meticulously refined by years of in-depth testing and experience in one striking enclosure.
This pedal has three fully programmable rotating footswitch presets. Each of these stores your unique blend of compression, distortion, impulse responses, EQ parameters, and signal chain settings. Featuring a unique and innovative top-notch precision touch slider interface, for its 6-band programmable EQ.
It also incorporates a USB-C audio interface and balanced stereo outputs for studio monitors and is equipped with an extra accurate chromatic tuner, that also works well with down-tuned guitars and basses.
For more information, visit online at darkglass.com
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