waynepunkdude Posted August 25, 2008 Share Posted August 25, 2008 I still haven't worked out my sound on my Trace GP7. I want an attacky sound with a bit of bottom end keeping the clarity of the notes. Anyone know any good settings? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stingrayfan Posted August 25, 2008 Share Posted August 25, 2008 [quote name='waynepunkdude' post='269639' date='Aug 25 2008, 06:13 PM']I still haven't worked out my sound on my Trace GP7. I want an attacky sound with a bit of bottom end keeping the clarity of the notes. Anyone know any good settings?[/quote] Got the pre-shape switched in or out? Using any compression? I'd suggest pre-shape on, compression (don't think your GP7 has got compressor, so maybe something like the Aphex Punch factory) and some top end added with the EQ sliders or the EQ control. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted August 25, 2008 Share Posted August 25, 2008 I'm using a trace 1 x 15" combo and find that it really does vary from venue to venue. But I usually start off with the graphic set in what I suppose roughly resembles the letter m, plus a bit of compression. I think the biggest impact as far as punchiness is concerned has been the recent addition of a trace 2 x 10". I have always been pleased with the combo, but the extra cab has really made a difference. Not enjoying the weight though, most of the past week was spent in mucho pain from loading the car after last weeks gig. Think I will be selling it all in the next few weeks to add to funds for some mark bass kit. All the best, Gary. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waynepunkdude Posted August 25, 2008 Author Share Posted August 25, 2008 [quote name='stingrayfan' post='269652' date='Aug 25 2008, 06:29 PM']Got the pre-shape switched in or out? Using any compression? I'd suggest pre-shape on, compression (don't think your GP7 has got compressor, so maybe something like the Aphex Punch factory) and some top end added with the EQ sliders or the EQ control.[/quote] Using pre-shape and no mr fancy pants I got the one without compression Time for a compressor then? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stingrayfan Posted August 25, 2008 Share Posted August 25, 2008 Maybe. It won't be a magic wand but it'll prob make you sound a bit more punchy and even the sound out so the high notes have attack too. Tried EQ'ing with the rotary control rather than the graphic? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waynepunkdude Posted August 25, 2008 Author Share Posted August 25, 2008 I haven't I don't really know what to use it for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stingrayfan Posted August 25, 2008 Share Posted August 25, 2008 (edited) I can't tell whether you're being sarcastic or not. I adjust that and usually find it does the trick. I've got the same amp as you - but 50w lighter. See if you can borrow a pedal compressor to try out. I'd lend you mine - but I've got a few gigs in a row coming up. Edited August 25, 2008 by stingrayfan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waynepunkdude Posted August 25, 2008 Author Share Posted August 25, 2008 [quote name='stingrayfan' post='269698' date='Aug 25 2008, 07:23 PM']I can't whether you're being sarcastic or not. I adjust that and usually find it does the trick. I've got the same amp as you - but 50w lighter.[/quote] I'm not being sarcastic I just am in way above my head. I know what sound I want and my amp I'm sure can do it but I can't explain it because I'm an idiot. Sad thing is I had a dream about it last night I am a big lameo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stingrayfan Posted August 25, 2008 Share Posted August 25, 2008 Bring your bass and the head to the Guildford bass bash and we'll work out how to do it. I can bring my compressor pedal so you can try it out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waynepunkdude Posted August 25, 2008 Author Share Posted August 25, 2008 I will try I have no wheels at the moment though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rayman Posted August 31, 2008 Share Posted August 31, 2008 Seems a couple of us are having Trace issues at the moment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MuseMatt Posted August 31, 2008 Share Posted August 31, 2008 Try setting the EQ balance to Low and add some high in your EQ. Try shape 1/2 and see what comes out best. Even so, you could try more gain and less master. That did the trick for me, and I use the same gear! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SS73 Posted September 1, 2008 Share Posted September 1, 2008 [quote name='MuseMatt' post='273836' date='Aug 31 2008, 05:12 PM']Try setting the EQ balance to Low and add some high in your EQ. Try shape 1/2 and see what comes out best. Even so, you could try more gain and less master. That did the trick for me, and I use the same gear![/quote] Wayne, Rayman, more gain is certainly where you need to start. Always set the eq sliders around the 0 line, don't be afraid to go below the line into db minus, this is where you will get the best tones. Once you have your EQ levels set for your sound, hit the A string hard until you get the red gain light blinking, now back the gain off 1 click and your gain is set.( my settings for the 4001 are from left to right +3, +6, +2, -3, 0, +2, 0,) they will change though from room to room). Cheers, Sean. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bennifer Posted September 1, 2008 Share Posted September 1, 2008 SS73 - that setup actually sounds pretty good on my AH200 gp7 head. Cheers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MuseMatt Posted September 1, 2008 Share Posted September 1, 2008 Why hit the A string? I usually get the E string peaking more than the A... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimH Posted September 2, 2008 Share Posted September 2, 2008 Gents - some good stuff in these :- [url="http://www.britishaudioservice.com/inst/SM.pdf"]GP7SM[/url] [url="http://www.britishaudioservice.com/inst/SERIES%206.pdf"]Series 6 7 and 12 Band Preamps[/url] [url="http://www.britishaudioservice.com/inst/7BAND.PDF"]Other 7 Band Preamps[/url] [url="http://www.britishaudioservice.com/inst/MK%20V%20GP11.pdf"]MkV GP11 Preamp[/url] [url="http://www.britishaudioservice.com/inst/12BAND.PDF"]12 Band Preamps[/url] (Hope they help! You'll need Adobe Reader to open the .pdf files) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SS73 Posted September 2, 2008 Share Posted September 2, 2008 [quote name='bennifer' post='274784' date='Sep 1 2008, 05:44 PM']SS73 - that setup actually sounds pretty good on my AH200 gp7 head. Cheers![/quote] Cool thats great, I have used this rough setting pretty much since I bought the amp new in 1983! (its an AH150 GP7 n its never let me down ), and perhaps adding some more high's to suit diff rooms. I have heard that the pre shape switch will only put this ''sqashed M shape'' eq setting in anyway, so really by moving the eq sliders you are only enhancing this shape. [quote name='MuseMatt' post='274985' date='Sep 1 2008, 09:44 PM']Why hit the A string? I usually get the E string peaking more than the A...[/quote] My A tends to be more played I suppose, but its all down to individuals really, I should have said play hard allover until the gain peaks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MuseMatt Posted September 2, 2008 Share Posted September 2, 2008 For me as a desert rock player I tend to play dropped D (just because I hate playing 5string) so a lot of open D is played. However I think you should just make sure you don't get any peaks at all so pick the lowest string and just peak on that, just to be safe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waynepunkdude Posted September 2, 2008 Author Share Posted September 2, 2008 [quote name='JimH' post='275256' date='Sep 2 2008, 10:49 AM']Gents - some good stuff in these :- [url="http://www.britishaudioservice.com/inst/SM.pdf"]GP7SM[/url] [url="http://www.britishaudioservice.com/inst/SERIES%206.pdf"]Series 6 7 and 12 Band Preamps[/url] [url="http://www.britishaudioservice.com/inst/7BAND.PDF"]Other 7 Band Preamps[/url] [url="http://www.britishaudioservice.com/inst/MK%20V%20GP11.pdf"]MkV GP11 Preamp[/url] [url="http://www.britishaudioservice.com/inst/12BAND.PDF"]12 Band Preamps[/url] (Hope they help! You'll need Adobe Reader to open the .pdf files)[/quote] Thanking you kindly sir Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Tut Posted September 2, 2008 Share Posted September 2, 2008 WTF is a 'desert rock' player???!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waynepunkdude Posted September 3, 2008 Author Share Posted September 3, 2008 [quote name='King Tut' post='275953' date='Sep 3 2008, 12:12 AM']WTF is a 'desert rock' player???!![/quote] They play in ice cream shops,Millies cookies,Ben And Jerrys....... or is that dessert Rock? I think it's like Queens of the Stone Age you know cool but wierd. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MuseMatt Posted September 3, 2008 Share Posted September 3, 2008 [quote name='King Tut' post='275953' date='Sep 3 2008, 01:12 AM']WTF is a 'desert rock' player???!![/quote] answered in [quote name='waynepunkdude' post='275999' date='Sep 3 2008, 09:15 AM']They play in ice cream shops,Millies cookies,Ben And Jerrys....... or is that dessert Rock? I think it's like Queens of the Stone Age you know cool but wierd.[/quote] Yup, think Nick Oliveri, Liam O'Mally. Bands like QOTSA, Kyuss, Masters of Reality, Triggerfinger, Eagles of Death Metal, and The [b]Desert[/b] Sessions (which kinda initiated the term. It's also called stonerock, mostly due to QOTSA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnylager Posted September 3, 2008 Share Posted September 3, 2008 [quote name='MuseMatt' post='276046' date='Sep 3 2008, 09:47 AM']It's also called stonerock, mostly due to QOTSA[/quote] What's 'stoner rock' then? Too much weed? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MuseMatt Posted September 3, 2008 Share Posted September 3, 2008 that'be dutchies rock then Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waynepunkdude Posted September 8, 2008 Author Share Posted September 8, 2008 I have found a good sample of the tone I want but all I can find on youtube is a bad quality version. If you can hear it or know the song and know how to get as close to it with my amp that would be awesome From 2.47 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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