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@michaelb.42112 14 сағат бұрын

Cool, another video. I loved your Alembic demos because I also own a few Alembics and NOTHING sounds like them. The clarity, bell tone, and this bass looks like it will also sound great. Let's find out... It reminds me a little of my Peavey Cirrus, which is one of the best basses ever made. This bass sounds wonderful ! The EQ is very effective. Sits in the mix well.

@samatza 11 сағат бұрын

Thank you so much! Alembic basses are very unique, I’m sure you enjoy playing them as much as I do. Since gigs slowed down I’ve not had the opportunity to play as much as I’d like but still enjoy playing over some of our recordings. Bass on brother, be well. :)

@timmysykes4623 5 күн бұрын

Thank you for breaking this amp explanation to easily understand the different modes of play...

@samatza 5 күн бұрын

You're very welcome. It's nice to have these options that give the amp a different character. :)

@Gnast 6 күн бұрын

Thank you very much for making a video on my questions! The confirmation of the pickup design was reassuring, and after finding this I've spent around 3 hours setting my bass up with your guide. I'm seeing improvements, but due to my inexperience and lack of the proper tools, it seems that there's still some issues. I've managed to get the action lower albeit not enough to reach your measurements, so I'll have to get some feeler gauges to accurately get 0.010" relief. After loosening all the strings, then retuning, this rattling appeared on the open E string which wasn't there before, and I think its caused by an over tightening of the truss rod. Overall some more careful tinkering is required and I'll check back with you once I make some progress. Once again, Thanks!

@samatza 6 күн бұрын

You're very welcome. When you're testing your setup make sure you plug the bass into an amp. We have a tendency to do it acoustically and we pluck harder than usual to hear the string, you can end up chasing fret rattles that won't be heard in normal playing conditions. Feeler gauges are a great tool, they are not expensive and will help you find your ideal settings. Also my E string setting at 5/64" is quite low, usually 3/32" (6/64") is more widely used. It's a small difference but can add up to better sound depending on your playing style. Let me know how you go and feel free to ask as many questions as you like. :)

@Gnast 4 күн бұрын

@samatza I think I've found the solution to my high fret buzz. I measured relief and action on my squier, which turned out to have extreme relief of 0.019" and action of 5/64 and 2/32 despite playing like a dream for me. I matched these settings with the hybrid ii but still had buzz so I concluded the one difference was that one had flats. After swapping the flats over the higher tension has resulted in exactly the action I wanted without buzz, though the relief is a bit crazy now so I'll adjust it to 0.014. Thank you again for all this help up until now!

@samatza Күн бұрын

@@Gnast Yes, the flats will generally have a hex core and are probably stiffer than the rounds. When you are testing this by the way, do it plugged in, I noticed with myself if I pluck hard enough to hear the note I'll get some fret rattle, not so when I'm playing through the amp. I hope that you find your ideal setup, remember to write it all down for reference so you can repeat it later if you change anything. Be well. :)

@Gnast 7 күн бұрын

I just had mine arrive and the E string poles are all sunken inside both pickup covers, I was wondering if that was the same case with yours

@samatza 7 күн бұрын

@@Gnast yes, mine is the same. If you look closely you’ll notice the heights are staggered, this is for better string to string balance. The E string is the thickest so the pole pieces are set lowest to compensate. I hope this answers your question. :)

@Gnast 7 күн бұрын

@samatza haha thank you for the reply, I just thought that it was slightly unusual and that at most, the poles would be flush with the cover. Sorry to keep bothering you, but another thing I've noticed is that I can't set the action low enough without horrible buzz on the 12th+ frets. Is this normal for jazz basses? As I could set lower action on a squier p bass and this is my first time owning a jazz

@samatza 7 күн бұрын

@@Gnast no bother at all. I don't know your setup, any bass can be set up with a low action if the fret work is good. How low are you going? I usually set the neck relief to 0.010" and 2/32" to 5/64" G string to E string. That's pretty low and very comfortable. How are you setting yours? Neck relief is important because if the bow is too much and you're trying to set the saddles lower at the bridge to compensate you'll bet buzzing in the upper register. Check out my setup video and let me know how you go.

@BagusWibisono 10 күн бұрын

Hallo, I plan to buy DI for guitar modeling amp/digital effects that’s why it haven’t xlr out to FOH. So which one best DI for me that have clear sound and isn’t coloring my tone that I created.

@samatza 9 күн бұрын

@@BagusWibisono since you are using a modelling unit you only need a passive DI of decent quality to get the signal to FOH. Radial JDI or similar are good for this purpose, you can use the thru output to go to IEM or powered monitor like the Headrush for stage sound. I hope this helps. Keep making music. :)

@BagusWibisono 9 күн бұрын

@@samatza thanks man this helps Me. But the Radial JDI too high end for me. You ever tried Mackie MDB direct box, radial stagebug, or any else like that?

@cedcobasse 10 күн бұрын

great review, helps a lot, thanks

@samatza 10 күн бұрын

@@cedcobasse thank you so much, glad you found it useful. Be well. :)

@Jesuswinsbirdofmichigan 19 күн бұрын

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@markdooley2715 26 күн бұрын

Hi mate, hope your doing ok, just a question do you leave your amp controls flat? and just adjust your tone on the bass? great video cheers!

@samatza 25 күн бұрын

@@markdooley2715 Hi Mark, great question. Usually I add a little bass and low mids but only a small amount. The Stingray has a lot of EQ, if I’m going straight to the console I boost bass and mids sometimes cutting the treble a hair. I favour a fairly round tone for what I do. It’s always great to experiment with EQ and find what works for you. On the mixer these days I tend to cut more than boost. Keep making music, all the best. :)

@markdooley2715 25 күн бұрын

Cheers mate most appreciated 👍🏻

@mechart87 29 күн бұрын

Another great one Samatza! I haven’t seen you do a preamp Video in a while and was wondering what setup you used to measure frequency response curves like in the Alembic video. Hope you are doing well, glad that you continue to make videos for the bass community

@samatza 29 күн бұрын

Thank you so much, glad you found it useful. I was pointed to a program called Tone Stack Calculator for the response curves, it's available here: www.duncanamps.com/tsc/ If memory serves me correctly I had to change two values of the resistors to mimic the Alembic pre. We haven't had any new gear come in lately but we're working on that. We love the bass community and are happy doing videos on products that we find useful and use ourselves. Keep making music, all the best! :)

@ducatijim Ай бұрын

The website actually says 250w RMS 500w peak..! The Tech Features Brand: Artist Model: BCN110 Speaker: 1 x 10 inch Neodymium Speaker Input Impedance: 4 ohms Rating: 250w RMS ; 500w Peak Dimensions: 30cm x 36cm x 37cm / 1113⁄16” X 143⁄16” X 149⁄16” Weight: 8.4Kg / 18 lb and 8.3 oz

@samatza Ай бұрын

Thanks for all the extra info. They must have updated the web site, that is what is says on the box itself. That's pretty good value.

@christosfragias592 Ай бұрын

Lovely bass. Congratulations! 🎉

@samatza Ай бұрын

Thanks Christos. I do like this one a whole lot.

@waltonds Ай бұрын

Great review. On your vid I think the Elf sounded a bit fuller/fatter, but not a lot in it. Here in the UK the Elf is £100 more expensive so a no brainer IMO.

@samatza Ай бұрын

@@waltonds thank you glad you enjoyed it. The Elf has a baked in character, the Gnome is more neutral. Both are great little amps. Be well.:)

@Jesuswinsbirdofmichigan Ай бұрын

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@vincenzollamas Ай бұрын

that head sounds great with the 1x12

@samatza Ай бұрын

Thanks, it’s a great amp, I sometimes use two of the 112 cabs, never needed more than that. I’ve played lots of shows with this rig, very good and reliable. Be well, keep making music. :)

@vincenzollamas Ай бұрын

@@samatza i have a 4ohm gk 800mb, not completely happy with it, except for the weight (only about 5lbs), and it's a little more powerful than my cab needs (Eden 4ohm 700w 410XLT), that 1001RB seems perfect, though I wouldn't be able to use the bi-amp feature with my cab, but that's probably not a big loss.

@Bassdriver Ай бұрын

My Elf has just died on me after 5 years of faithful service. I liked it a lot but their prices have gone up quite a lot. I strongly dislike Warwick basses so I was a bit apprehensive towards their amps but after watching your video I can confidently say I'm getting the Gnome.

@samatza Ай бұрын

Sorry to hear about your Elf. They are comparatively expensive around here too, the Gnome on the other hand is priced really well, it's fairly neutral sounding and you can dial in a lot of tones with the EQ. The convenience of small amps is I think the biggest factor for their popularity, I know I rarely use my big amps these days. Keep enjoying making music and enjoy that Gnome. :)

@jackshittle Ай бұрын

I'm surprised they are still in business. I've been playing bass for over 33 years and never have seen one in a shop or someone using one live (besides when Jason Newsted was playing them). Their prices are outrageous, their website still looks like it's from 1995, they do zero marketing etc. etc. You can get any number of boutique basses that will dominate an Alembic bass for thousands of dollars less. Besides old fuddies like Stanley Clarke, nobody relevant plays these. No young bass player is going to a concert and seeing the bassist with an Alembic (which would maybe make him want to buy one because he bass hero has one). Their demographic buyer is old & dying off and they've done nothing as a company to replenish their "funnel" of customers. 99% of bass players under the age of 30 never heard of this company and if they did & showed any interest in buying one, they'd quickly abort that idea once they see the ridiculous pricing.

@samatza Ай бұрын

Yes, prices are sky high right now. I know that in the past they have refused to move manufacturing off shore. Perhaps that's the reason that you don't see many people playing them. They are however still around and building basses so there must be buyers who are not in the spotlight but enjoy playing a great instrument that will last a lifetime. Keep making music, be well. :)

@jackshittle Ай бұрын

@@samatza I guess it's so but it just seems impossible that they could still be in business. I mean how many basses do they have to sell per month to cover expenses, salaries, rent, insurance etc. etc.?

@StratBurst92 Ай бұрын

The rumble 100 is great also for home practice. I have had mine for a while and it is really versitile.The vintage setting is my favorite. Excellent review.

@samatza Ай бұрын

Yes indeed, they make a good practice amp and easy to move. We do like that vintage setting, it's a real sweet sound. Keep making music, be well. :)

@StratBurst92 Ай бұрын

@@samatza You as well.

@Osariik Ай бұрын

Had a play around with that model bass at Bass Centre in Melbourne a few weeks ago (the same blue quilted top one) and very nearly got it, opted to order the plain black version of the bass though

@samatza Ай бұрын

Congratulations, enjoy the new bass. :)

@bapt_andthebasses 2 ай бұрын

Amazing video man, I love all the information you provided. Thank you

@samatza 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much, glad you found it useful. Be well. :)

@4baribal 2 ай бұрын

You talk too much !... PLAY !!!

@samatza 2 ай бұрын

Thanks dude, will do.

@jamesreynolds4487 2 ай бұрын

The brass saddles is everything to do with the change of the tone not the big plate. The plate does not help the tone at all. It is the saddles and the brass saddles is what is making the tone.

@samatza 2 ай бұрын

I believe you’re right. We may get some saddles of different materials and compare, that would be interesting. Be well. :)

@jamesreynolds4487 2 ай бұрын

@@samatza the big plate was only supposed to help with neck dive when people say I’m gonna get a high mass bridge for more tone and sustain. I’ve never heard a more interesting argument. The only contact point that matters is the point from bridge to saddle the base is for shear weight distribution

@driftboogie 2 ай бұрын

You should have rised pick ups as well so to compare. You loose attack and volume as they are further from the strings.

@noway9303 2 ай бұрын

Has anyone tried it on a mexican jazz? I do not want the action any higher!

@christopherstorrier5560 2 ай бұрын

The treble is set at 4.2khz bud....i have the non usb Gnome, one of many bass amps...my main gigging bass amp is a Warwick WA300 Class A...a fantastic transparent amp with bags of power....the Warwick Gnome should be a little cleaner as you say, it's their thing...i use it purely for practise...if gigging i would get the 280w model, should do pubs / & small to medium venues....can even stick it on your pedal board if you cannot use a back line...XLR to front of house...output to on stage monitor...neat little solid sounding bass amp....

@samatza 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for all the info, always nice to hear how these units are used. I do like the clean Warwick sound and that size is super convenient. Be well, keep making music! :)

@calvingodden3081 2 ай бұрын

Great review, always a pleasure watching samatza on Bass

@samatza 2 ай бұрын

Thanks Cal! I trust all is well with you. :)

@HLinc. 3 ай бұрын

Man, thank you so much for this review. Very helpful. 🙏🏻

@samatza 2 ай бұрын

So glad you found it informative. Be well :)

@Belman5 3 ай бұрын

Beautiful looking bass. Fender Japan are doing some great work right now, and pricing is still reasonable compared to where other brand prices are.

@samatza 3 ай бұрын

We thought so too. Really like these Japanese models. Be well. :)

@fadisme 3 ай бұрын

hello there, is it passive bass to emg active?

@samatza 3 ай бұрын

The bass was passive, I installed the EMG active system EMG do also make passive pickups if active is not to your liking. You can check out the website for passive options. www.emgpickups.com

@fadisme 3 ай бұрын

@@samatza i love to hear the active sound... i will try soon. cheers.

@fadisme 3 ай бұрын

@@samatza one more question, is there any chance i can turn on and off the active to passive?

@slowgaffle 3 ай бұрын

This is my favorite pedal for guitar. Nice demo

@samatza 3 ай бұрын

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it. It is a very nice and extremely useful unit. :)

@taylordiclemente5163 3 ай бұрын

Seems like an excellent instrument. Thank you!

@samatza 3 ай бұрын

Thank you. Glad you enjoyed it. :)

@taylordiclemente5163 3 ай бұрын

@@samatza I found your channel last night. It's fantastic. Your knowledge and experience are consummate and your delivery is thorough and clear. Thank you for sharing your art!

@konstantinoschatzistamatak277 3 ай бұрын

Ευχαριστώ πολύ, κατατοπιστικό βίντεο!!!

@fabrizio4190 3 ай бұрын

Awesome video

@samatza 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for the visit, glad you enjoyed it. We'll be posting a detailed review soon. :)

@fabrizio4190 3 ай бұрын

@@samatzaplease do this bass sounds amazing

@7thSon503 3 ай бұрын

Am considering this on a bass im waiting to arrive from chine. I eont really like the tone knob looks on the control plate. Im assuming those can be easily swapped?

@samatza 3 ай бұрын

The knobs are easily changed. I have installed the stock P Bass knobs on my P bass and metal knobs on other basses with no issues at all. :)

@Supreme896 3 ай бұрын

Had to go w 3u just because its so tight

@samatza 3 ай бұрын

that's a very good point and something I tried to cover in the video. One of the reasons I couldn't use it for my GK 1001RB, that has the fan on the top and it would be blocked by the Rackbag at 2RU. I could use a 3 and install a grated plate above, this is to stop anyone putting anything on top and using it as a shelf if you know what I mean. All the best, keep making music!

@dexterj5615 3 ай бұрын

Don't buy these unless you absolutely love neck dive and don't want to sit and play, also the burl is veneer

@samatza 3 ай бұрын

In my experience I've not had any issues with neck dive on this one. The top is just a veneer but at this price it's par for the course. I do like the dual P pickup configuration under the soapbar covers though. Thanks for providing the feedback, always good to hear everyone's thoughts. Keep well. :)

@crusoeishere4290 3 ай бұрын

I just got a 2000s black korean model, what battery does it use?

@samatza 3 ай бұрын

Congratulations! It uses a 9v battery. Enjoy!

@crusoeishere4290 3 ай бұрын

@@samatza Oh damn you're still replying haha, thanks mate, cheers!

@harmoniumman 4 ай бұрын

TOP !

@slawaschwed 4 ай бұрын

Nice one! Ordered for my Squier P-mini

@samatza 4 ай бұрын

Good choice!

@joelaustin5440 4 ай бұрын

hello..can ia ask?.why my battery on transmitter only last for an hour less or more..does it mean my transmitter got problem?

@samatza 4 ай бұрын

Hi Joel, I suppose the issue could have many causes. What type of batteries are you using? Do you have the unit on low or high power? Is the battery receptacle clean and free of debris? I once had an instrument pickup with similar battery issues, it ended up being some glitter caught in there from dancers that were on the show, go figure. A competent electronics person should be able to check it out for you and yes, it could be a faulty unit. I hope you can solve the issue.

@joelaustin5440 4 ай бұрын

@@samatza I've use cheap battery instead of rechargeable battery..can this cause my problem?.well, I've not yet try a good batteries..will try it later..and btw I use high power on the unit..do I need to use only low power?

@samatza 3 ай бұрын

always use good quality batteries, don't use rechargeable, they tend to die really quickly without warning! Low power is for when you are relatively close to the unit, high power if you play a big stage and move around a lot or go walkabout in the audience.

@joelaustin5440 3 ай бұрын

@@samatza I see..why can't I use rechargeable?.does it will affect my transmitter?.in the manual book It does say use alkaline batteries or rechargable batteries 2400-2800 mAh

@tonytramonti5828 5 ай бұрын

Tonight Luca Brasi sleeps with the fishes 😂

@tonytramonti5828 5 ай бұрын

@@samatza welcome Samatza , that’s a lovely bass , and great playing👍

@BlueBassDragon 5 ай бұрын

Thank You for video

@bassistdc 5 ай бұрын

Would you please measure the bottom edge of the bass to the saddles for me. I'm trying to assess the feel of the scale length. Alembic bass bridges are different.

@samatza 5 ай бұрын

hi @bassistdc, the measurement from the bout of the bass to the bridge is 4" (about 10cm). I hope this helps. Keep on making music.

@bassistdc 5 ай бұрын

@@samatza Yes that is very helpful. I appreciate it. One more question. Can you confirm the string spacing at the bridge. I've seen reports of 17 and 18 mm on Talkbass. My preference is 19 mm. I am transitioning to shorter scale basses. Thank you.

@vincentmorrissette9605 5 ай бұрын

Beautiful Bass🎸🎶🎸🎶

@samatza 5 ай бұрын

Thanks Vincent, we really like this one, it's coming up to 35 years old now and still plays like a dream. Be well. :)

@mangbeloy 5 ай бұрын

Thank’s for a Great review. Having trouble which to buy but you certainly help me choose. Its the Warwick Gnome for me with matching 2/8/4 cab.

@PipeCat1965 5 ай бұрын

I have the 200W versions, the MB-112 and the MB-115. I like the tone of the 112 the best. Nice review. Love your playing.

@PipeCat1965 5 ай бұрын

Finally, an apt bassist who can really demonstrate the attributes of the amp in simple, clean lines. Great review.

@samatza 5 ай бұрын

Glad you liked it!

@Nontacticalboy 5 ай бұрын

Is that a DX7 behind you? 😂

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