I do Not play bass however I watch your videos because I Love the tone. Thank you for what you do, I appreciate it.

Such a brilliant brilliant demo!

Even with KZread chopping the sound - this is by far the best bass amp I ever seen, by sound and functional

@blockmatix - Thanks for the donation! I don't have the Waters bass scheduled, but it could happen I suppose. That Trace rig has been sent back to the company. It took up my entire studio!

Thanks for this Great info! It is what's Wanted and Needed!

@BassGuitarMag Thanks a lot Ed! Ive been planning on getting a bongo 6 string HH stealth black, and it comes with ebony fingerboard for looks, but I wasnt sure if there was too much of a difference.

FANTASTIC sounding head, a greatly useful 6-function footswitch & an Effects Loop section that takes up space but is TO DIE FOR for us effects users who like to only send that signal to the high-end and also have a "pure bass" signal as well, Stereo Effects like chorus or Looping & generally use other outside effects or processors. So many preamps, so little money... ;-)

@Submania100 Yeah, when he turned on the high compression I definitely heard a difference. Sounded pretty great to me.

@mrmusica - I don't use compression at all for live playing. I've spent years developing my touch for the bass...I don't need it. But, there are effects situations, or perhaps for tapping where it has it's use. But I don't use effects much, and I don't tap. Most comp pedals suck the life out of your tone, they're too heavy handed - except the new MXR Bass Comp - that's real nice, very subtle, and transparent. But I still don't need it. I like the idea of 2-band compression, so that's a plus.

I play my Gibson Thunderbird wound with flats into a Trace AH600-12 and out through a sealed cab 210. The combination really sounds great. A slab bass with strong fundamentals coupled to an amp head like this Trace with a blendable ss/tube preamp and fine EQ control results in a rig with tremendous flexibility.

Yes... Trace is still going! They've been going strong even though they are not the latest craze. I want a Trace stack... again! :D

@AnEcumenicalMatter - I personally use Genz Benz amps, they are neutral and flexible, and come in a variety of sizes. But just about any amp can sound warm if you know how to use it, and put the right sound into it in the first place.

I had the pleasure of hanging out with Ed and playing that Jazz bass....holy crap. I mean seriously it is one hell of an instrument!

@BassGuitarMag thanks so much! =] i look forward to your upcoming reviews

@macflapalicious - yes. The next thing in line is the Hydrive 500 w/a 410.

@knappymer - Possibly. It all depends on what I get assigned.

@MrRedrocket42 - It's about the same, but they changed the preamp design a little bit. My old RAH500SMX had a blendable tube/ss preamp... I miss that.

Great review Ed! Trace was king back in the day when bass amps were measured by their respective overall sound pressure levels, not by candy-ass ergonomics. This sure as heck ain't no neo stuff. My guess would be that this Trace stack would crush most if not all Neo/Digital rigs both audibly and physically. Heavy, heavy rig, but I bet this mother moves some serious air. Btw, did you enjoy the breeze while sitting right in front of that stack Ed? So cool to see the green monster on your channel.

oh wow i was just wondering when this was gonna come out too

@inuyashaspet - There is an article on compression in the 7/11 issue of Bass Player.

@AttitudeCastle - It sounded balanced to me. The 118 has quite a presence of it's own, I don't think it's going to get overpowered. I don't remember where this stuff was built...

@TheBasselusk - I've got demos up of a few different models. See if any if them sound good to you. I personally don't use them much.

@BassGuitarMag WHEW, It was the June issue! Cover has "compression basics" on top. Thanks for the tip, ed! Rock on.

Very nice setup.

@jiafu - I haven't done a lot with strings... but I did record almost the entire DR catalog. Check the Bass Emporium website under reviews and you'll find sound samples for many different sets of DRs. They'll give you an idea what they sound like - awesome strings.

Hi Ed! I'm always aware of your great reviews. Congratulations. I wanted to say you also that I really like your American Fender Jazz Bass. It's a real sound machine. I have an American Fender Jazz Bass too (build in 2009) with a J-Retro Preamp and SCN Noiseless pickups. Although it sounds very good, I guess it does not sound like your 74's JB.

@ROONTANG - Not off hand, but it's pretty intuitive. I would not suggest boosting 30Hz, in fact you should probably CUT that.

Trace Elliot keep your mood good always

@BassGuitarMag Thanks Ed, thats cool, I think it's made in the UK but i'm not sure

hey Ed, could you do some reviews of some ashdown gear?

my next head should be this one!

Trace Elliot for life!

Awesome review! Any chance of seeing the other UK Heavy hitters like Ashdown? They too have an overdrive circuit that I'm sure you could do justice with a review like this. Keep up the good work!

@edenite They were purchase by Peavey a few years back, who made the correct decisions by involving several key staff who had worked for Trace Elliot throughout the previous twenty years as well as keeping the brand in its Essex roots (but set up a design office/workshop in Chelmsford). Trace always had a unique "British" heritage to it, and it's nice to see Peavey realize and keep that spirit alive... as opposed to moving production to Mississippi.

hey Ed love your videos, big fan ,, i noticed that when you try out equipment , amps or effects pedal you mostly use your jazz bass,, any particular reason? or is it because it sounds better than all the newer fancier basses ? thnxs, also Ed

Hi, I have the AH1200 and I notice as your playing the output peek is lighting up! mine does this also! the manual would indicate this is a problem?

Ed, do you know of any comprehensive guides to graphic EQ shaping? I have a 9-band EQ on my SVT-3PRO amp and no real understanding of how to use it.

Is there any way I can get tabs of the riffs you're playing in those videos?

Ed, would you call the compression of this amp 'natural'? I use a digitech bass squeeze for two band compression. I really don't know if they sound similar but since the basic principle is the same thoy should be. Would you rather use dual band compression or full compression with maybe an opto comp like BBE opto stomp? Do you find any of those useful in different situations?

@BassGuitarMag AWESOME. Would that be the one with Owen Biddle on the cover?

which pickups are you using? I mean neck or bridge or both?

@JeroB666 - I honestly can't hear that big of a difference. I'm sure there is, but I've never had the chance to A/B two instruments that were identical except for the fingerboards.

Hi Ed there are alot of bass videos with the carvin B2000 amp but with no sound demos, is that something that you might be able to review?

hey Ed. do you prefer to play with your fingers while playing live? Or does it depend on the song or type of set you're playing that night?

Yeah, I was kidding - still trying to decide over a Trace Elliott or a classic Ampeg SVT

@BassGuitarMag As always, Ed speaks The Truth. I currently use 2 SWR preamps (the "Mini Mo" built-in EFX & "Interstellar Overdrive" SVT-type pre) and even though they were at the forefront of the '80s "Solid State Super Clean StudioTone™" movement, between knowing how boosting & cutting the right EQ, gain stages, and having preamp-stage tubes I can get anywhere from your classic Slightly Overdriven SVT + pick rock tone to full-on Billy Sheehan "Chainsaw Thru Chocolate Pudding" Distortion.

do you think you might do a review of the fender blacktop basses??

hey ed im really having trouble choosing from the multitude of amplification companies out there im looking for a quite warm sounding head and cab nothing too tinny or metallic sounding what companies would you reccommend?

Hey Ed, I was wondering in your opinion, which sounds better? a ebony fretboard or a rosewood fretboard?

@cheeseperson03 - They look cool, I'd love to try them.

@BassGuitarMag In person how was it? As i am regularly told that 410 and 115 rigs don't work as the 410 over powers the 115 and overall the speakers work against one another, Is there much truth in this (or is it dependant and the exact rigs?) and was this the case here? As this rig sounds MONSTER to me! (Oh also, is is made in the UK?)

Ed how does the new Trace gear compare to the Trace stuff from the 80s in your opinion? Better, not as good or about the same?

@andrescolin02 - No, I haven't. As long as it makes you happy, use it!

@BassGuitarMag About that, have you ever tried the Route 66 Comp from VisualSound? i know this compressor is for guitar, but i think this compressor work well with my bass...

i dont know why people are saying that 18inch speaker has weak sound.i have two 18inch speakers(one is celestion and other is rcf)and their are awesome.sure the sound is very fat,deep but whit little treble adjustment and you are ready to rock or "move the tectonic plates".

@RonnyOnBass - Peavey is not paying me anything. This was contracted by Guitar World. I was working for them.

Great review Ed, as usual! Yet, I 'll stick with the Bergantino HT322 and the Genz Benz 9.2. If I 'm gonna lug a boat anchor to a gig, it's gonna be the Berg!!

Alguien sabe donde se vende este amplificador hoy?

About how much will this top with the 18" cabinet cost?

Hey you can't do that!! Green is mine :) More seriously, what do you think defines best the TE sound ("pre-shaped")? Clarity (Like the HH, also from UK)? And by the way, thank you for this awesome channel of yours.

I used to have that Stack in 1997

@BassGuitarMag Can you tell me about DR Fat Beams? I was thinking of purchasing them.

Is the red light above the master knob a clipping signal ? Wow, that dude was totally deaf either before this demo, or he’s been since

What strings were you using on that bass?

Why is the bass level so far down in the mix?

TE, as usual, sounds geat!

@BassGuitarMag Yeah compression for each band would be helpful, but it would also be a nightmare to configure. Good players don't need compression since it reduces their dynamic range when they actually want it!

@inuyashaspet -Believe so... or maybe it was June?....

@ROONTANG - Also... check out the video for the Whirlwind Graphic 10 band.... I show a few ways to use it.

oh man... I've always heard that a compressor is crucial for the Marcus Miller slap tone, but hearing you fiddle with both compressors on this rig, I'm even more confused than before. I wish I could understand how these work...

Amp sounds pretty good but I'm digging your shoes!

Well, try it and see how it works for you. I find it just creates problems onstage.

Got one these bad boys 2nd hand on eBay. It hasn't broke down yet. Its lasted longer than the last head I bought brand new

For some reason I would want to boost the 30hz lol I like to be felt as well as heard lol

@enriquekikzdelapazbichain1126

3 жыл бұрын

you´d be okay with 80hz haha

reviews on strings? im stumped on what to get =/

Hey Ed, you got tabs for this? Hahahahahahah Just kidding man! But seriously is there a Hartke Hydrive in the line up any time soon or do you have any experience with them. From what I can see their a great bang for the buck. Thanks again.

the amp shines when slapping i find

It would be nice to hear you pick the strings on the neck pickup so we could hear that sound. Thanks

@BassWhispererTV

3 жыл бұрын

Good idea! But sadly, I can't go back in time to do it.

@nova2007 - DR Fat Beams

Weird your doing a trace elliot review as less than 12 hours ago i bought an AH600, We must have some sort of psychic link there Ed ;)

In 1987 Trace Elliot was like Rolls Royce for Bass. Was it hype?

Today is 2022 and I going to buy it. I tested it and sound is like should be, other toys I D class are like.......

"That's pretty gnarly."

Hello Ed! I sent you £1 coz I feel you deserve a tip! I got the Roger Waters P-Bass for my Birthday, I would love to play it through that trace! Hopefully if you review you will use the trace for the review! Cheers

so whats the price of this giant?

Who's the figure of on the drum. Looks like a bass player.

The Compressor is kind of cool!

1:05 gotta love that chicken

@IdiotswithaCamera100 - It all depends on the song.

@airesoyaire - Oh yeah? You should have seen me try to take this stuff out of the box!

trace elliot is still going? lol

it doesn't help that he rolls it off. i have a trace elliot and it can destroy houses.

I miss when Trace Elliot made real amps.

trace amps are junk