Hi all,
I am building a hybrid rig, and really want a DI that has speaker emulation. My setup will involve a tube preamp and a Matrix GT1000fx running into a Telonics TSNEO12 loaded 1x12. It is my "middleweight" rig, and sits in between my Quilter Tone Block and Boogie MK1 RI on the amp spectrum. I will mainly be using it for small/medium clubs and outdoor venues.
I need a decent DI with speaker emulation, so as not to depend on mics. I love the DI on the Tone Block, and honestly, a good DI will be the deciding factor for this new rig. If I cannot find a decent stand alone DI with speaker sims, I will most likely scrap the hybrid rig idea and just stick to my other 2 amps.
The DI will also have to sit in the empty space in back of my rack. I do not want more than a 4RU rack, preferably 3RU. The preamps I am considering are all 2RU, and the Matrix is 1RU. If the setup grows too big, I'll never use it. SO, portability is a factor. I don't want anything to take up any additional rack space.
Also, a big bonus would be a headphone out for silent practice, but that feature isn't a make or break.
Usually, I will be running a guitar cab on stage and the DI will supplement the stage volume, not replace it.
So far I am considering:
H&K Redbox
Radial JDX
Mesa Cabclone
Two Notes CAB
A/DA GCS2
I do not need a ton of cab sims. I will basically be using the cab sim to try to match my stage sound, which is my take on a big, loud,clean Twin Reverb. As a result, I am mostly considing options that can make an IR of the cab I am using (such as the Radial JDX).
Please let me know your suggestions and experiences!
Thanks!!!
I am building a hybrid rig, and really want a DI that has speaker emulation. My setup will involve a tube preamp and a Matrix GT1000fx running into a Telonics TSNEO12 loaded 1x12. It is my "middleweight" rig, and sits in between my Quilter Tone Block and Boogie MK1 RI on the amp spectrum. I will mainly be using it for small/medium clubs and outdoor venues.
I need a decent DI with speaker emulation, so as not to depend on mics. I love the DI on the Tone Block, and honestly, a good DI will be the deciding factor for this new rig. If I cannot find a decent stand alone DI with speaker sims, I will most likely scrap the hybrid rig idea and just stick to my other 2 amps.
The DI will also have to sit in the empty space in back of my rack. I do not want more than a 4RU rack, preferably 3RU. The preamps I am considering are all 2RU, and the Matrix is 1RU. If the setup grows too big, I'll never use it. SO, portability is a factor. I don't want anything to take up any additional rack space.
Also, a big bonus would be a headphone out for silent practice, but that feature isn't a make or break.
Usually, I will be running a guitar cab on stage and the DI will supplement the stage volume, not replace it.
So far I am considering:
H&K Redbox
Radial JDX
Mesa Cabclone
Two Notes CAB
A/DA GCS2
I do not need a ton of cab sims. I will basically be using the cab sim to try to match my stage sound, which is my take on a big, loud,clean Twin Reverb. As a result, I am mostly considing options that can make an IR of the cab I am using (such as the Radial JDX).
Please let me know your suggestions and experiences!
Thanks!!!