andydye Posted August 13, 2012 Share Posted August 13, 2012 (edited) So, I have an EBS multicomp and kinda like it, it's always on and just cleans everything up a bit, very handy... There are songs that would benefit from a volume boost and a bit more compression in certain parts to aid slapping noises to cut through... Is there a compressor that sounds really good (like the ebs or preferably better) AND has a delectable and controllable second stage? or Would a clean boost do that job loads better, if so, which one? Also, what better comp pedals are out there too? Ta folks Edited August 13, 2012 by andydye Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozz196 Posted August 13, 2012 Share Posted August 13, 2012 Calling 51m0n.............................................. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dood Posted August 13, 2012 Share Posted August 13, 2012 You must look at the TC Electronic Nova Dynamics. Sadly discontinued but would fit the bill perfectly. Its also a brillant triple band compressor as well as full band, boost, noisegate and a whole range of AB options due to clever configuration. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krispn Posted August 14, 2012 Share Posted August 14, 2012 The TC does look to be quite the device and surely some of that tech crept into the RH heads spectra comp function? There are more learned folks than me here though. My Effectrode valve comp is a lovely addition but not as fully featured for what you're asking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dood Posted August 14, 2012 Share Posted August 14, 2012 [quote name='krispn' timestamp='1344940202' post='1771308'] The TC does look to be quite the device and surely some of that tech crept into the RH heads spectra comp function? [/quote] Kinda - the spectral functions from the likes of the Triple C, C300 and C400 were ported over to the RH heads and Nova Dynamics pedal. So yes, they share similar algorithms . The RH compressor is bass specific whereas the Nova Dynamics offers you a bit more flexibility with input sources - but bass is does soooo well! (It's a triple band compressor, unlike the multicomp for example that is only dual band.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
51m0n Posted August 14, 2012 Share Posted August 14, 2012 Good question that! You could go with a TC Nova, it may well do exactly what you want. It sounds to me like you use the EBS as an always on compressor. You may well be looking for something that doesnt really comrpess more so much as more obviously. The way to get comression to be a bit more obvious is careful tweaking of attack and release times alongside the ratio and threshold, you need the compressor action to come in a tad earlier, and release fast enough to catch all the individual peaks of quick slap passages. Very different from the action on the EBS as you likely have it set up. As always the best sounding compressor pedals IMO are the Joe Meek Floor Q (I just love the action on this, it sounds so fat its ridiculous!) and the Markbass Compressore. Both pedals allow the kind of fine tuning I'm talking about, I would put either after the EBS or turn off the EBS when you have thes eon for a more overtly comrpessed sound. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andydye Posted August 14, 2012 Author Share Posted August 14, 2012 [quote name='51m0n' timestamp='1344948114' post='1771470'] Joe Meek Floor Q Markbass Compressore [/quote] Thanks for the superb answer 51mon, will have a proper look at the Joe meek as it runs on normal power rather than a 12v supply like the markbass so will more easily slot into my setup... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krispn Posted September 2, 2012 Share Posted September 2, 2012 Another thing to think about is if you're gonna be switch back and forth between those two comps is a sneaky we A/B box to easily switch on the fly without tap dancing or simple choosing the TC with presets. Keep us posted on how you get on Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andydye Posted September 2, 2012 Author Share Posted September 2, 2012 [quote name='krispn' timestamp='1346575709' post='1790616'] Another thing to think about is if you're gonna be switch back and forth between those two comps is a sneaky we A/B box to easily switch on the fly without tap dancing or simple choosing the TC with presets. Keep us posted on how you get on [/quote] Thanks matey! Loads to consider here... In the meantime I've agreed a trade -my ebs for an aguilar tlc- which will give me a bit more control in general...and something new to try Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fretmeister Posted September 2, 2012 Share Posted September 2, 2012 There is a Keeley 4 knob compressor for sale on Musicradar for £120 at the moment. Bargain! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
molan Posted September 2, 2012 Share Posted September 2, 2012 I love the Diamond bass comp. superb piece of kit and very 'musical'. The first compressor I've actually thought I might be able to work with Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krispn Posted September 3, 2012 Share Posted September 3, 2012 I've read positive things about the TLC Good Luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andydye Posted September 4, 2012 Author Share Posted September 4, 2012 first impressions of the TLC are that it's leaps and bounds better (for me) than the EBS, my bassic sound is tighter and cleaner without any false grit, a great start! ...now to find a clean boost pedal or maybe a Joe Meek FloorQ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krispn Posted September 4, 2012 Share Posted September 4, 2012 Oooh have a look at the tc spark booster if you can! They look really useful but not sure what it'd do for bass. Been meaning to try one for a while. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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