What bass drive/compressor?

[danbanbass]

Hi Guys,

 

My setup consists of a Fender vintage 2 precision bass with a Emg geezer pickup and fender high mass bridge, I use it with a sansamp bddi v2 into an Ampeg V4 head and 212av cab.

 

I’m looking for a compressor to use just to even the notes out a smidge more and smooth things out, any suggestions? I don’t need anything too complicated.

 

Bass overdrive wise I’d like a bit of natural sounding valve style grind rather than full on overdrive.

 

Whats out there and any recommendations?

[Supernaut]

You're after "natural sounding valve style grind" but play an Ampeg V4 - am I missing something? Surely that and the BDDI has you covered? 

[Lozz196]

For a set & forget compressor the Keeley Bassist is a good option. No bells & whistles, just does what you’re after very easily.

 

Drive - well to add in a tad of drive I like the Ampeg Scrambler, as it has a blend you don’t lose low end and it just adds that bit extra to the sound. I have this on my Ampeg SCRDI and use it to just remove the clean sharp edges of the sound.