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Hi, I’m researching the best way to re create the sound of an upright on my Dean Pace EUB. I’ve tried using a condenser mic which sounds fantastic but feeds back like crazy once the desired volume level is achieved. I don’t want to upgrade the piezos or preamp but have been contemplating trying the “Tone Dexter” preamp.
I can justify the purchase as it can be used in conjunction with my acoustic upright as well, but before I do this I was wondering if it’s a stupid idea (in relation to the EUB)ok I’ve said it, let the merriment commence 😃
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And so your journey of discovery begins......
Hi there frannie, I've been on the same journey. The bad news is, I never quite managed to get that sound.
You can make an EUB sound good, or even great - but it's never quite the same. The closest to a "natural" "acoustic" sounding EUB I found was the Yamaha SLB silent bass. The pickup is superb, but they don't tell you their secret.
A bass with a small, hollow acoustic chamber might be your best bet - like the Eminence EUB. I own a BSX, which sounds amazing. I also have an Ibanez Upswing, which sounds great, but not quite like an acoustic DB.... it has its' own sound.
I've not tried a Tone Dexter - so if you get one, please let me know how you get on.
I tried several preamps and effects pedals, again some helped, but didn't quite get me there. You may wish to look at the TC Electronics "Body Res" (designed to make acoustic instruments sound like they're resonating more) - if you can get hold of one.
If you do manage to get that sound right on an EUB.... please let everyone know - it's something a lot of people are chasing.
Of course, a midi system can replicate the sound - if you can fabricate a pickup to fit an EUB.
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