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No amp? No worries: Obviously, the pedal board friendly format, distortion, compressor and chromatic tuner with large LED display make PLEX an “all in one” extension of your existing live amp rig. But let’s face it, not every session or live performance has the need or capacity to allow for your favorite GK rig running at gig volume. The convenience of tracking direct and the use of in-ear monitors on stage has many players leaving their amps at home. With its world class preamp and virtually unFirsthand experiences
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Discussed in Preamp/DI recommendation in the TalkBass community
Agent P
Minus the cab sim element tho... maybe check out the GK Plex Pre/DI? ... more
MNAirHead
I own a bunch of these gizmos. I use one weekly... adore it... I'm very into the hifi GK attack and sustain. PM me if you want to hear clips.... learning curve is a not twisting ... ... more
Discussed in Alternatives to Gallien Krueger? in the TalkBass community
Plectrum72
You could also pick up one of these Zoom MS-60B MultiStomp Bass Pedal ($120) or it's big brother B3n Multi-Effects Processor ($220) and use the GK amp sim through any rig. There's ... ... more
Bass Boy J
Thanks! But how do I get the GK sound? Do I just download it from Zoom's website? ... more
Discussed in All in one in the TalkBass community
Striver
The Gallien-Kreuger Plex preamp pedal seems to check all the boxes. I've had one for several years and am super satisfied with it. In addition to tuner, compressor, DI, and EQ, voicings that emulate historical GK amps and a number of drive settings are present. The various functions are executed via a push-button on each ... ... more
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