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EBS MicroBass 3 2-channel Preamp
Description
Clean and Drive channelsThe MicroBass 3 is ready for any onstage or recording situation. Its Clean and Drive channels can be routed in series or in parallel. Use the dual balanced XLR outputs to tap the signal pre- and post-EQ simultaneously, or run stereo outputs. With 10 Mohms input impedance, the MicroBass 3 handles any type of bass — passive, active, or with piezo pickups.
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Discussed in What gear to bring to an open mic cafe gig? in the TalkBass community
Michael Favata
I've been eyeballing this: EBS MicroBass 3 2-channel Preamp IF there is a PA seems like this would be perfect for that. But I've never done an open mic so I'm not sure. Am I right? With this I can carry my bass gig bag with a surge protector, guitar cable, DI and bass all in one. Or I would take my Rumble 25 combo and my ... ... more
Discussed in Combining two outputs from a bass into one amp in the TalkBass community
bassbrad
You might consider a dual channel preamp or a small mixer for your chore. I use a Boss LS2 to mix the piezo and mag pickup on my Washburn AB20 and on my URB. Radial Bassbone V2 ... ... more
John Eaton
These both look like great solves. I am going to dig deeper into each, as they were reco'ed on another forum as well. I do like the idea of having some extra 'controls' over tone ... ... more
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