Tech 21 NYC: Boost Comp - Bass Demo - DI
37http://www.tech21nyc.com/products/effects/boostcomp.html
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The Tech 21 Boost Comp is great for both bass and guitar. I've already uploaded a guitar version which you might have seen (on this channel) but I've dusted off the old P-clone and gotten my bottom end into gear for this one.
This video attempts to convey the Boost Comp's charms when used in a DI situation. I simply inserted a Waves CLA Bass plug for a little EQ over the input strip. You'll see a shot of the settings during the video. I think you'll get the picture if you can excuse my rather neanderthal bass playing approach.
The Boost Comp is a mighty pedal. It is basically two essential dynamics circuits in one - boost and compressor. 21dB of post-compressor Boost is on hand, and it can be used independently as well. The compressor is a very smooth ride and it comes with the added bonus of an active (12dB) Tone control and a very handy Presence control (2-3kHz) to put some zing into your string if needed. I can't fault this pedal but that's not unusual given that it came from Andrew Barta and team at T21NYC.
Today's tools:
Guitar: Cheapass Monterey P-Bass clone. About $300-400 if you can find one. Good value.
Amp: DI'd to MBox Pro 3 and Waves CLA Bass over the input strip.
Extra effects: -
Cables: Providence
Mic: - Samson Airline77 (me)
Camera : Canon 60D (me) and Sony HDR CX150 (pedal)
Soundcard: AVID Mbox Pro 3
Computer: Apple iMac 27" i7 3.4 GHz 16 GB RAM
Software: Pro Tools 11, Waves CLA Bass, Waves L3-16 Limiter (to keep levels in check at output), Apple Final Cut Pro X (video editing and Youtube compression).