Bought one of these right after this video came out and constructed it today! I feel really proud that I'll have something that I'll use in my studio that I made myself.
Just some constructive feedback. This is the kinda content i subscribed for :D. IMO all the diy and electronics stuff on your channel is some of the most entertaining and inspiring in the community. I would rather like to see much more of this (like diy kits, pedal mods and builds) than the product reviews and more traditional content. Even if there's more time between uploads. I feel like there's enough youtubers that do this :). I understand that the money from sponsored content is required to sustain the channel, but perhabs you could push the focus to other companies that's more alligned with your audience :). And now that your patreon grows, it could perhabs mean even less :P. I just wanted to tell my opinion since I really love the channel and the content you make :D
Colin, Great video! You made the build look nearly effortless. I thought you may want to check out the Jam Stack as I could see you using it in your videos. It's in the preproduction phase now but again, its something that I can see you using.
Colin, will you be checking out the newer expanded range of Fishman Fluence P-ups? I know you have gone on record in the past about not liking Active Pickups mainly due to their compression as well as their lack of dynamics and versatility, however from what I've seen they are far more open and dynamic than EMGs especially with their multi-voice feature. From a pickup engineering stand-point they're rather unique as well, instead of using coils they are stacked Circuit-boards. Would love to hear your opinion on them, Thanks
Thank you so much for showing transformer model and impedance, now i can wind my own. And $50 is a complete joke even for a nice extruded aluminium case, the TRANSFORMER ITSELF COSTS $7 on manufacturers website.
I was looking to get one of these but got a bit confused by the import taxes from USA shipping to UK. Can you kindly shed some light on this process? Thanks, and great video very helpful!
+Andy Lowe import tax is usually just an additional 20% of the item cost, plus a processing fee. Often the processing fee is more than the tax. The post office will hold your package ransom until you pay them what is due. Come to think of it though, I don't think I paid import on this. It may fall below the price threshold for tax to be applied.
So the process you went through was, you just ordered it directly from DIYRE in USA, delivery to UK, and then just delivered it? When do you pay the 20%? And if it was the post office that ask for the money, how do they know the value of the item and how do they ask for the money? I really want to get this reamp box but Im afraid that it will get stuck in customs if I dont do this right. cheers
If there is no import tax due then it will simply be delivered directly to you. If when it enters the country there is import to pay, the post office pay it to the relevant authorities on your behalf and then hold the package. They will send you a card telling you what you owe them and where your collection office is. Go to collection office, pay the money, get your package. All items sent internationally are marked with a customs declaration stating what is in the package and what value it has. Certain things are exempt and there are other factors, but you'd be better reading up about it on the post office website, or going to your nearest post office and asking. They have literature and should be able to advise. You can't get this wrong, don't worry.
It think reamp is most if using fuzz since current from a pc out put considerable higher than guitar pickup out put and fuzz is sensitive to current. with pc out put you can drive a fuzz harder than guitar pickup can.
Have you checked how re-amp box output volume match to guitar output? I'll do few experiments more and then I'm dropping a message to DIY-RE, because for me it has significantly lower output than my guitar.
Being a passive reamp, the device does nothing to 'match' output levels. It will pass the level of whatever is fed into it. So you should be looking to the DAW and interface for level matching. Two things to check: Check the level of the signal in your DAW is as loud as it can be without clipping, similarly if the interface has a output level then adjust it louder. Check you are using a Balanced audio cable to connect the interface to the Reamp. If you are using an Unbalanced one then that may explain some of the volume loss.
Nice. I had really been searching for a distortion pedal for a long time before I found Metal Muff. Really enjoying it. Cheaper (at least smaller versions) than all the Metal Zones and much better.
couldn't u do the same thing with a looper with the only difference i can see is wi th with a re amp its computer loop and not making the loop with the guitar/bass correct me if im wrong
Hey Colin, I have to know. With you talking about amp misconceptions in some of your videos now, is it true that plugging a bass into a guitar amp will turn it into a paper weight? Or is that more musician folklore?
Unless you're playing at silly levels, you should be fine. The amp itself wouldn't get damaged, what might happen is damage to the speakers, that will be deflecting more than usual (and possibly beyond their designed range) due to the higher power load.
Yes. Its more about the impedance. If you try it you will find you have to turn down your out going signal way way down to the point where your ground floor noise level will be crazy high. It works just it sounds like complete shit. You dont have to have a d.i. to record in if you have a interface with preamp which most have. There are many videos with more info about reamping.
Interesting... from my experience if you connect the audio interface into the amp you get a way too strong signal. I've always thought the reamp box brought that signal back to high impedance (less strong) so the amp can work with it. So basically the opposite of what you said. Good video btw :)
Can someone recommend an alternative to Edcor 1711, something I can get hold of within Europe? Also, it seems a couple of different transformers have been used throughout the years. Is this rev (D?) the most up to date? Can't find much about it. Google mostly points me to rev C.
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Has anybody compared the sound of this reamp box to a Radial or something "better" or with a "name brand"? I believe they are almost the same....so I'm planning to buy this one. Any thoughts?
what's the difference between a DI box and an audio interface? I have an audio interface, but is there an advantage to having one or the other or both? also, what are the differences between something like a focusrite ($200) and something like the Apollo twin ($700)?
*TL;DR - Useful to have both. DI can be used live and studio, also sends to amp. Interface pricing to do with quality of preamps.* A DI box is a unit that allows you to pass the raw signal to an interface or a mixing desk while also sending the signal back to your amp. They are used widely in live situations for instruments like bass, keyboards, acoustic guitars, etc as these are typically not mic'd up on stage. The sound engineer will take the signal straight to the desk and put it into the FOH from there, but the artist on stage may still pass the signal to an amp and hear their on stage sound through the amp. If you want to record a live band then you'll likely use a DI on every instrument to take a raw, clean signal from each in case what you capture from the mics is no good. That allows you to reamp later in a more controlled environment. While your audio interface can obviously record your guitar directly, it can't simultaneously pass to your amp, nor is it flexible enough to use in a live environment. An interface is essential for a studio and a good one can do many many things. The difference between the cost levels of interfaces can take many factors, usually number of inputs/outputs, other features, and probably most importantly the quality of the preamps. The inputs have preamps to boost the level of the signal coming into the interface, how good these preamps are will govern a lot about the final sound of the recording. More expensive interfaces will have better preamps, so will give better sounding recordings. Many sound engineers will have invested in high quality DI boxes, which contain good preamps. As these are stand alone devices they will usually have better preamps than most interfaces, hence why engineers will often use a DI box to run into their interface, so that the best preamp is doing the heavy lifting. This is especially important if you know you are going to reamp later, you want the best possible signal with the lowest possible noise for reamping, and the quality of the preamp you recorded the initial signal with will define those two things.
fuck, I guess I should get a DI box, I've just been using my trusty 'ol Blue Spark USB mic to record, but being able to fiddle with knobs to find a sound seems like the sound I find will perceive to be better. \m/
Tieran Karb Just be careful with your new found freedom! I've spent hours in amp sims in my DAW trying to find the right "sound" that I could've captured just fine with a good old mic and amp.
There are tons of prebuilt reamps out there already. Do yourself a fav and learn to solder. It only cost 15 dollars to get started and if your into making music its a skill you will most likely need time after time. Just the guitar mods in general are plentiful. Its really not that hard and you will be good after less then an hour of practice. Think of all the savings in cables you will keep.
+felix o gaitero where would be the fun in that? Lots of people enjoy the diy aspect, this is a company that does only diy kits. There are plenty of other options if you prefer that someone else do the fun bit for you.
Well what ever floats your boat. Its the creative part I like. I use the ART Dual RDB 2-channel Passive Re-Amping Device because I got it used for 30 dollars and thats even cheaper then the kit and its two channel. I looked at this and it would have been my second choice. I like building but im sure as hell not paying more to build it myself right haha. You can find the ART on reverb used for pretty cheap. Good luck.
Oh ya its 80 dollars new. Still about the same as this kit. Its really all about the transformer im not sure what each have. I know im happy with the ART but this kit has quality parts I can tell just my the neutric xlr jack. If they were setting out to make it cheap the could have saved a ton right there so my guess is that its good stuff.
Thanks for this I have ordered mine cant wait to track guitars and experiment
I appreciate you dude. I've watched since before the "will it shred" series was resolved.
Good stuff.
I'm forgetting that you are part of the Patreon crowd now.
I hope this was what you wanted to see.
I figured it's the least I can do, since I'm demanding reviews from you.
Hit the nail on the head with this one though - cheers
i got mine coming in saturday. i can't wait!!!
Bought one of these right after this video came out and constructed it today! I feel really proud that I'll have something that I'll use in my studio that I made myself.
Just some constructive feedback. This is the kinda content i subscribed for :D.
IMO all the diy and electronics stuff on your channel is some of the most entertaining and inspiring in the community. I would rather like to see much more of this (like diy kits, pedal mods and builds) than the product reviews and more traditional content. Even if there's more time between uploads. I feel like there's enough youtubers that do this :).
I understand that the money from sponsored content is required to sustain the channel, but perhabs you could push the focus to other companies that's more alligned with your audience :). And now that your patreon grows, it could perhabs mean even less :P.
I just wanted to tell my opinion since I really love the channel and the content you make :D
Awesome videos! Very informative, to the point, and I always love the bits at the end 😂
This is just what I need to be able to use a laptop with FX software instead of tons of pedals and wires all over the floor. Thanks!
StewMac sells some DIY guitar pedal kits. It'd be cool to see you out some together and maybe even mod them.
Colin,
Great video! You made the build look nearly effortless. I thought you may want to check out the Jam Stack as I could see you using it in your videos. It's in the preproduction phase now but again, its something that I can see you using.
great vid
would you recommend that samson DI box at 04:43?
So um is there a Mrs csguitars?
Not currently
I thought you were in an Intimate relationship with the lovely Bloodbound Mk.2
She's entirely comfortable with my polygamous tenancies.
this was really cool man, great vid
Awesome. I'm def buying one.
Colin, will you be checking out the newer expanded range of Fishman Fluence P-ups?
I know you have gone on record in the past about not liking Active Pickups mainly due to their compression as well as their lack of dynamics and versatility, however from what I've seen they are far more open and dynamic than EMGs especially with their multi-voice feature. From a pickup engineering stand-point they're rather unique as well, instead of using coils they are stacked Circuit-boards.
Would love to hear your opinion on them,
Thanks
Interesting. I wonder how it compares to much more expensive Reamp-Boxes from Radial and the like.
great video as always... but I'm a little curious about your logo..... can u tell/explain about your logo
its a fossil he used as a fret marker on one of his builds.guess he really likes that fossil
you should review some Walrus Audio pedals. I'm looking at the Iron Horse and the Voyager.
Thank you so much for showing transformer model and impedance, now i can wind my own. And $50 is a complete joke even for a nice extruded aluminium case, the TRANSFORMER ITSELF COSTS $7 on manufacturers website.
I was looking to get one of these but got a bit confused by the import taxes from USA shipping to UK. Can you kindly shed some light on this process? Thanks, and great video very helpful!
+Andy Lowe import tax is usually just an additional 20% of the item cost, plus a processing fee. Often the processing fee is more than the tax. The post office will hold your package ransom until you pay them what is due.
Come to think of it though, I don't think I paid import on this. It may fall below the price threshold for tax to be applied.
So the process you went through was, you just ordered it directly from DIYRE in USA, delivery to UK, and then just delivered it? When do you pay the 20%? And if it was the post office that ask for the money, how do they know the value of the item and how do they ask for the money?
I really want to get this reamp box but Im afraid that it will get stuck in customs if I dont do this right.
cheers
If there is no import tax due then it will simply be delivered directly to you.
If when it enters the country there is import to pay, the post office pay it to the relevant authorities on your behalf and then hold the package. They will send you a card telling you what you owe them and where your collection office is.
Go to collection office, pay the money, get your package.
All items sent internationally are marked with a customs declaration stating what is in the package and what value it has. Certain things are exempt and there are other factors, but you'd be better reading up about it on the post office website, or going to your nearest post office and asking. They have literature and should be able to advise.
You can't get this wrong, don't worry.
It think reamp is most if using fuzz since current from a pc out put considerable higher than guitar pickup out put and fuzz is sensitive to current. with pc out put you can drive a fuzz harder than guitar pickup can.
Have you checked how re-amp box output volume match to guitar output? I'll do few experiments more and then I'm dropping a message to DIY-RE, because for me it has significantly lower output than my guitar.
Being a passive reamp, the device does nothing to 'match' output levels. It will pass the level of whatever is fed into it. So you should be looking to the DAW and interface for level matching.
Two things to check: Check the level of the signal in your DAW is as loud as it can be without clipping, similarly if the interface has a output level then adjust it louder.
Check you are using a Balanced audio cable to connect the interface to the Reamp. If you are using an Unbalanced one then that may explain some of the volume loss.
Video on how to add coilsplit?
+Isaac Miller that was one of the very first videos on my channel.
Could do with an update. I'll look into it.
If you do a bit of research...it's actually really easy
Isaac Miller yea just need a push pull potentiometer really.
rblyle382 would still make a good video for the basics series
WOW!
Is there any way to tweak the reamped signal while listening to the full mix and not only to the guitar?
Thanks!
you would need to use gobos so the mix doesn't leak into the microphone you recording through
Damn this would be useful for comparison purposes of amps
Can you do a DIY guitar pedal?
METAL MUFF REVIEW!!!!!
+Rokas Lape next on the list. Finally getting around to it.
Nice. I had really been searching for a distortion pedal for a long time before I found Metal Muff. Really enjoying it. Cheaper (at least smaller versions) than all the Metal Zones and much better.
Better than the meal zone? Is it possible to have less than 0 mids? And more gain?
couldn't u do the same thing with a looper with the only difference i can see is wi th with a re amp its computer loop and not making the loop with the guitar/bass
correct me if im wrong
Hey Colin, I have to know. With you talking about amp misconceptions in some of your videos now, is it true that plugging a bass into a guitar amp will turn it into a paper weight? Or is that more musician folklore?
Unless you're playing at silly levels, you should be fine. The amp itself wouldn't get damaged, what might happen is damage to the speakers, that will be deflecting more than usual (and possibly beyond their designed range) due to the higher power load.
So, if your interface has an unbalanced out, do you still need a re-amp box?
Yes. Its more about the impedance. If you try it you will find you have to turn down your out going signal way way down to the point where your ground floor noise level will be crazy high. It works just it sounds like complete shit. You dont have to have a d.i. to record in if you have a interface with preamp which most have. There are many videos with more info about reamping.
You do these well.
Eat up tones more of your time making boosters and distortion pedals for my infotainment!
what looper pedal are you using?
+Benjamin Storm it's by buzz electronics, you can find out more about it here: th-cam.com/video/A079atCyROk/w-d-xo.html
i like the dinosaurs on the kraken real rob chapman like
Interesting... from my experience if you connect the audio interface into the amp you get a way too strong signal. I've always thought the reamp box brought that signal back to high impedance (less strong) so the amp can work with it. So basically the opposite of what you said. Good video btw :)
Can someone recommend an alternative to Edcor 1711, something I can get hold of within Europe?
Also, it seems a couple of different transformers have been used throughout the years. Is this rev (D?) the most up to date? Can't find much about it. Google mostly points me to rev C.
Has anybody compared the sound of this reamp box to a Radial or something "better" or with a "name brand"? I believe they are almost the same....so I'm planning to buy this one. Any thoughts?
what's the difference between a DI box and an audio interface? I have an audio interface, but is there an advantage to having one or the other or both? also, what are the differences between something like a focusrite ($200) and something like the Apollo twin ($700)?
*TL;DR - Useful to have both. DI can be used live and studio, also sends to amp. Interface pricing to do with quality of preamps.*
A DI box is a unit that allows you to pass the raw signal to an interface or a mixing desk while also sending the signal back to your amp.
They are used widely in live situations for instruments like bass, keyboards, acoustic guitars, etc as these are typically not mic'd up on stage. The sound engineer will take the signal straight to the desk and put it into the FOH from there, but the artist on stage may still pass the signal to an amp and hear their on stage sound through the amp.
If you want to record a live band then you'll likely use a DI on every instrument to take a raw, clean signal from each in case what you capture from the mics is no good. That allows you to reamp later in a more controlled environment.
While your audio interface can obviously record your guitar directly, it can't simultaneously pass to your amp, nor is it flexible enough to use in a live environment. An interface is essential for a studio and a good one can do many many things.
The difference between the cost levels of interfaces can take many factors, usually number of inputs/outputs, other features, and probably most importantly the quality of the preamps.
The inputs have preamps to boost the level of the signal coming into the interface, how good these preamps are will govern a lot about the final sound of the recording. More expensive interfaces will have better preamps, so will give better sounding recordings.
Many sound engineers will have invested in high quality DI boxes, which contain good preamps. As these are stand alone devices they will usually have better preamps than most interfaces, hence why engineers will often use a DI box to run into their interface, so that the best preamp is doing the heavy lifting.
This is especially important if you know you are going to reamp later, you want the best possible signal with the lowest possible noise for reamping, and the quality of the preamp you recorded the initial signal with will define those two things.
Notif squad 👌🏼
fuck, I guess I should get a DI box, I've just been using my trusty 'ol Blue Spark USB mic to record, but being able to fiddle with knobs to find a sound seems like the sound I find will perceive to be better. \m/
Tieran Karb Just be careful with your new found freedom! I've spent hours in amp sims in my DAW trying to find the right "sound" that I could've captured just fine with a good old mic and amp.
i think all the pins on the pcb could use a tad more solder but good work anyway
Why don't they just sell it pre built?
There are tons of prebuilt reamps out there already. Do yourself a fav and learn to solder. It only cost 15 dollars to get started and if your into making music its a skill you will most likely need time after time. Just the guitar mods in general are plentiful. Its really not that hard and you will be good after less then an hour of practice. Think of all the savings in cables you will keep.
+felix o gaitero where would be the fun in that?
Lots of people enjoy the diy aspect, this is a company that does only diy kits. There are plenty of other options if you prefer that someone else do the fun bit for you.
Oh I see. I don't think it's that fun, I'm always assembling circuits for college and after a few ones it gets really boring haha
Well what ever floats your boat. Its the creative part I like. I use the ART Dual RDB 2-channel Passive Re-Amping Device because I got it used for 30 dollars and thats even cheaper then the kit and its two channel. I looked at this and it would have been my second choice. I like building but im sure as hell not paying more to build it myself right haha. You can find the ART on reverb used for pretty cheap. Good luck.
Oh ya its 80 dollars new. Still about the same as this kit. Its really all about the transformer im not sure what each have. I know im happy with the ART but this kit has quality parts I can tell just my the neutric xlr jack. If they were setting out to make it cheap the could have saved a ton right there so my guess is that its good stuff.
notification squad, ASSEMBLE.
sorry, I always wanted to say it, and, for once, I arrived early on a video ^^'
Solder the sex connections