Dogman
Unkle Ticklefingers
I use a PODXTL, and you might want to turn down the distortion a bit. oesn't need to be super crunchy for most stuff, especially if doubled.
MadAudio
Damned if I do
Also, the VAmp has different output modes. Start with the recording modes, though in some cases the live modes can be what you need.
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ericlingus
New member
Right now I have it in (damn forgot the mode) but it bypasses the cabinet similuators since I am using the cab of my amp. I may use a recording mode to get the cab simulators since I'll be recording directly in with it.
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ericlingus
New member
Do I also need a DI to record direct in with the Vamp? I'm plugging my guitar into the vamp and the vamp into the line in on my Firebox. Does the Vamp act as a DI?
therage!
Wicked Machine
ericlingus said:
Yes it does. You should be ready to go, provided you have some kind of audio recording software.
When dealing with any specific V-Amp issues you might get more answers from the Yahoo V-amp group..
Good luck and happy recording
http://launch.groups.yahoo.com/group/V-AMP/
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ericlingus
New member
i joined that group. I don't get many replies there. One more question. Do I use balanced cables to go into the Vamps outputs into the firebox line in?
therage!
Wicked Machine
ericlingus said:
I've got the Pro unit so does the V-Amp have balanced connectors? You don't have to use balanced cables. Although if you were going to run long cable lengths it would be a good idea. Balanced cables are shielded cables and can help prevent problems with noise. Keep your cables short as you can and you should be in good shape.
Nandoram
Crom!!!!
Yeah, I use that same unit Vamp2 and I recommend using good cables. Buy two good cables.. ($30-35 per)... use one to go into the input of your recording device, and the other for the guitar. This will help keep things quiet, because the unit is sometimes noisy... not too much... but you can tweak the noise with the onboard suppressor. Also, watch your levels to make sure you don't get clipping... for some damn reason, the Vamp2 always sets itself too damn loud when I switch patches!!!
I get great sounds out of the unit. I also recommend backing off the gain for backing tracks... unless you need it for the song. I've got the Vamp2 for bass, and it is also a great unit.
I get great sounds out of the unit. I also recommend backing off the gain for backing tracks... unless you need it for the song. I've got the Vamp2 for bass, and it is also a great unit.
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chessrock
Banned
The best way to use an amp modeler ...
I suppose you could set it on the ground and use it as a means to prop up a real amp. Perhaps if you're using a really large amp, and you're having trouble getting it through the door, you could always stick your amp modeler in the door to sort of keep it open. Or maybe if you had a real amp that was on a shelf that you couldn't quite reach. Provided the amp modeler was positioned correctly, you could use it as a step ladder in hopes of reaching the real amp.
I suppose they could make a good place to put your guitar picks. Lots of great ways to use an amp modeler.
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I suppose you could set it on the ground and use it as a means to prop up a real amp. Perhaps if you're using a really large amp, and you're having trouble getting it through the door, you could always stick your amp modeler in the door to sort of keep it open. Or maybe if you had a real amp that was on a shelf that you couldn't quite reach. Provided the amp modeler was positioned correctly, you could use it as a step ladder in hopes of reaching the real amp.
I suppose they could make a good place to put your guitar picks. Lots of great ways to use an amp modeler.
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