killthepixelnow
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I just want to know opinions, experience or advices about this DBX compressor.
FALKEN
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find new uses for it every day. lately i've been using it to gate the old spring reverb. its like a completely new piece of gear now.
killthepixelnow
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A lot of people are saying the same, that this is a wonderful compressor that has many uses. I'm thinking about getting one for me. I'll check Ebay.
Chris Shaeffer
Peavey ROCKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Got one in my rack. Its not my go-to compressor, except that my go-to compressors get filled up pretty fast and I'm usually using the 166 for bass if it needs it. I've also used it on kick and snare. Its never been my favorite for lead vocals (RNC or 160 for that), but it does the job for backing vocals.
The most irritating thing about it is that it reminds me how much I wish my RNC's and RNLA were dual mono. But, oh well. If I want more channels of RNC I can just buy them for the about the same price as the 166.
Take care,
Chris
The most irritating thing about it is that it reminds me how much I wish my RNC's and RNLA were dual mono. But, oh well. If I want more channels of RNC I can just buy them for the about the same price as the 166.
Take care,
Chris
killthepixelnow
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I got a question... I'm planning to record a distorted guitar with this compressor, do you think is a suitable gear for this purpouse? Thanks.
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lateforwork
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I think it is pretty decent, it does the trick.
Farview
Well-known member
why would you need a compressor on distorted guitar? Most of the time the distortion is all the compression you need.killthepixel said:
Tim Brown
New member
I've been using the dbx 166's (I have both A and XL models) for 10 years and I love them - that is my favorite model budget compressor. At $125 per channel - it's hard to beat.
Tim
Tim
Tim Brown
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Farview said:
Maybe he likes heavily compressed guitar?
I use them on guitar - hell I use them on just about everything.
Tim
killthepixelnow
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Easy man, you can get addicted to compressor, lol... You know, I'm just starting to understand the studio gear and that's the reason I asked for some opinions on this particular compressor.
Well, about my question on compressing a distorted guitar. I've never used a pro compressor like the DBX, only the cheap Boss C-S3 COmpressor and believe me, it has a different sound, don't know the exact word to define it but it's more "solid" and "balanced" Without compression the high frequences go crazy (I use a Boss Metal Zone wich I gonna sell or discard because I don't its sound anymore!!!) So I asume that using a professional compresor the recorded guitar will sound more balanced, right?
Well, about my question on compressing a distorted guitar. I've never used a pro compressor like the DBX, only the cheap Boss C-S3 COmpressor and believe me, it has a different sound, don't know the exact word to define it but it's more "solid" and "balanced" Without compression the high frequences go crazy (I use a Boss Metal Zone wich I gonna sell or discard because I don't its sound anymore!!!) So I asume that using a professional compresor the recorded guitar will sound more balanced, right?
petermiller
It is what it is
It is a pretty good comp limiter, about the only thing worth buying in that price range new. The 1066 is so much better
Farview
Well-known member
A good compressor won't mess with the highs, that's what makes it a good compressor. Your problem is the guitar tone. If that is the main reason for getting the compressor, your money might be better spent on fixing the tone of the guitar.killthepixel said:
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Hey, that a good advice... I was planning to use it in vocals and guitars. I s'posse it's great for vocals but I was wondereing if it would help to give a more solid sound to my distorted guitar. You're right about the tone, the distortion I'm use have too (uncontroled) highs, I'll change it soon. Thanks for helping.Farview said:
Farview
Well-known member
What are you thinking of replacing the pedal with? I really like the Line 6 stuff if you can't swing a real tube amp. If you get your sound right, you won't need a compressor on distorted guitars.killthepixel said:
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Cazzbar
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I was going to get the 166XL but my local store is doing a deal on the 266XL at £80/$140, half the price of the 166 and pretty much a give away
Is it a good deal? Was wondering if someone could tell me the main differences between the two models, Cheers.
Is it a good deal? Was wondering if someone could tell me the main differences between the two models, Cheers.
killthepixelnow
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Pedals
And I also would like to know the main differences between the 166XL and the 266XL models.
Maybe a Line 6 Uber Metal or a Digitech Metal master.Farview said:
And I also would like to know the main differences between the 166XL and the 266XL models.
Farview
Well-known member
Those are distortion boxes that are meant to be put between your guitar and your guitar amp. They aren't made for direct recording. You need something with a cabinet simulator like a pod or v-amp.killthepixel said:
I don't know what the real difference is between the two. The description on the website is almost identical.
gcapel
boom box recordings
It does ok on distorted guitar. It's probably the best bang for the buck. It's gates are quit useful. It is a fairly decent comp for stereo mastering but sub par for me. I think the primary use of this beast is to squeeze the mains in a live situation.killthepixel said:
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Do you have any recommendations in rackmount compressors?gcapel said:
Stefan Elmblad
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Farview said:
The Digitech Metal Master (among many digitechs pedals) does have cabinet simulation, and has two outputs cleverly named "amp" and "mixer".