What is a SansAmp pedal?

The SansAmp technology captures the warm, rich, natural tones of the most sought-after tube amplifiers. SansAmp products are designed to work seamlessly in both recording and stage environments. They can be used with almost any instrument, for any music style, and for multiple applications.

What does a SansAmp do?

Much more than just a direct box, the SansAmp Bass Driver DI is capable of dialing up big vintage tube tones, bright modern slap sounds, gnarly distortions, and all in between. Three different outputs to drive power amps, recording desks, PA mixers, or simply enhance your current rig.

When did the SansAmp come out?

1989
Tech 21’s core product, the SansAmp, was designed by Andrew Barta and introduced in 1989.

Is the SansAmp a preamp?

Tech 21 SansAmp Bass Driver V2 DI Preamp Pedal Three different outputs to drive power amps, recording desks, PA mixers, or simply enhance your current rig.

What does a bass driver pedal do?

Bass preamp pedals are employed for both live and studio scenarios. Acting as a go-between for your bass guitar and a mixing desk/audio interface, a bass preamp pedal allows you to plug directly into a PA system or computer with convincing tone.

Is SansAmp an analogue?

Does an all-analogue, 1989 design still have a place in the world of convolution and modelling-based guitar recording products? Get ready to be surprised by the reissued SansAmp Classic.

What is a DI bass pedal?

Whether DI stands for “direct input,” “direct injection,” or “direct interface,” it’s an essential tool for bass players. DI pedals allow you to forego a traditional amplifier altogether, plugging directly into a PA, mixing board, or even a computer for home recording.

Where does the SansAmp pedal go in the pedal chain?

I want to ideally use the SansAmp both for various drive channels and for DI. Traditionally, drive/gain should go pre-modulation, so in that case I’d place it next to the distortion. It even says in the product manual to place it before modulation and delay.

What is the difference between a subwoofer and a driver?

A subwoofer plays the lowest frequencies, from less than 20 hz to 120hz. A woofer plays higher frequencies, 40 hz to 1000 hz or higher. “Bass driver” is a general term and usually refers to a woofer. We’re all in this together!

Which is the best SansAmp for bass guitar?

After decades on the market, Tech 21’s SansAmp GT2 is still the desert island pedal of choice for guitarists and bass players around the world. At Sweetwater, we’ve personally used this incredible stompbox on virtually every kind of guitar or bass we could get our hands on, and it has always performed like a champ. Need to run direct to the PA?

What kind of AMP does Tech 21 SansAmp GT2 use?

The Tech 21 SansAmp GT2 allows you to mix and match three different amp models (California, British, Tweed) with three gain characters and three different virtual mic placements. This is a great stand-in pedal if you’re recording direct into an audio interface for DAW work.

What are the different modes on the SansAmp classic?

Starting with three preamp styles, Marshall-style, Mesa-Boogie Style, and Fender-style, leading all the way to simple drive controls, including 8 super unique character modes, the SansAmp Classic demonstrates why it revolutionized Tech 21’s entire product line. Smooth overdrive to the crunchiest distortion can all come out of this small box.

What are the knobs on the SansAmp classic?

The SansAmp Classic is a distortion pedal with only four knobs that give rise to nearly countless permutations of tone or sound.