12-String Bass Rigs
12-String Bass Rig Theory:
A Step-By-Step Analysis Of
What Makes A Great Amp Set-up
The 12-string bass
is a complex instrument. To merely call it a "bass" really understates its
parameters and underestimates its capabilities. The proper amplification of this
instrument should be as well thought out and as versatile as the 12 itself.
Using Multiple Amps
| In this section we break down the 12-string bass rig into its component parts, discuss the role of each part and some of the options available. |
Part 1 -
The Bass Side
Part 2 -
The Guitar Side
Part 3 -
Blending the Two
Part 4 -
Effects
Combo Amps
| There are quite a number of good quality Combo Amps on the market now and they are becoming the rig of choice for many 12-string bassists. |
Player's Rigs
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There are as many different ways to amplify a 12-string bass as there are different ways to play them. This section details the equipment used on stage by genuine 12-string bassists to get that Big Sound. |
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Doug Pinnick of King's X Doug helped us take detailed, up-close photos of his rig. The actual settings he uses are clearly visible. Thanks Doug! |
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Tom Petersson of Cheap Trick Tom has used a variety of gear over the past 25 years. Here is his rig as detailed in Bass Player magazine. |
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Tony Senatore |
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Ian E. from Bolton, England |
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Steve Post from Minneapolis, Minnesota |
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Odell Robinson from Suisun, California |
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Doyle Moore from Charlotte, North Carolina |
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Cory Robinson from
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George Callobre from Chicago, Illinois |
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Ken Morel from Opelousas, Louisiana |
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Jeff Ament |
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Bob Nimmo from Winnebago, Illinois |
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MiroN from Sulmona, Italy |
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Hans Grimm from Uithoorn, Netherlands |
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Jon Schwalls from Savannah, Georgia |
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Shalini Chatterjee and Mitch Easter
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D.J. Rutt from Minneapolis, Minnesota |
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David Henning of Big Wreck |
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Mark 'Surf Rat' Rowe from Nampa, Idaho |
