Reamping Guitar/Bass

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I recently recorded a number of guitar tracks through an avalon preamp, figuring i could reamp the signal later. is it necessary to get the line level signals back to instrument level in order to get a good signal? i read an article about reamping and the guy didn't even mention this issue anywhere. does it sound crappy if you keep it at line level and send it to your amp? and if it is necessary to get it back to instrument level, is there anything cheaper then the "reamp" gadget that people are talking about? thanks, guitar gods.
-teddy
 
In order to get the proper levels for reamping, I use a Sansamp Bass Driver as the booster when running line level back to the amp. I also use the EQ settings on the Sansamp to color the sound, actually thicken it up.

You are correct that the big problem is that line level is a little too weak and you will need to boost it. One thing that you might try is some other effects pedals between the recording and the amp.

Also, are you going straight from the recorder to the amp or are you passing the signal through a mixer? I found that it works best if you can get the signal directly from the recorder. Don't ask me why, it is just on my gear, that is what works.

Good luck.
 
so is it just a matter of turning up the volume? i've heard that you can overdrive the input stage by plugging line level signals into your amp....?
 
Rather than re-amping, you might consider plug-ins. I have good luck w/ Cakewalk AmpSim. Revalver is also supposed to be decent, though I have not heard it. AmpFarm is another one, which uses many of the Line6 amp models. In fact, I think that the POD uses most of the same models.

Just a thought. Seems easier than re-amping.

Aaron
http://www.voodoovibe.com
 
the thing is, i have access to some really great amps. while the plugin idea is good, i don't want to pass up this opportunity. thanks for the suggestion though.
-teddy
 
BUMP ??!!
I've seen several such posts. What the heck does that mean?


And as long as I'm posting....I read an article once about Eddie Kramer re-amping some tracks, and at the same time utilizing real reverb. He ran the signal to an amp, and then positioned the speaker cab and mic in a very ambient space - a stairwell, as I remember. Pretty novel idea to actually record REAL reverb!

Aaron
http://www.voodoovibe.com
 
How exactly levels recorded to get the right input into amps?

What should I use and how?
 
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