All user reviews of 4/5 for the Tech 21 SansAmp Bass Driver DI

Great DI and love the active option (sounds great!)!! I wish the 1/4" output(to run effect into my rig or mixer) was on the outside, instead of in the middle of the XLR and power supply(on front panel?). When using 90 degree 1/4" patch cables it get's a little in the way if you use the XLR at the same time. It has a input and parallel out in back, but using the parallel out doesn't give the effect to my rig (which sounds great).

Almost everything

Placement of unbalanced 1/4" output.

Excellent

Good Buy @ $170

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DI with prampli analogue to pedals, compact and robust.
Trs connector complte.

UTILIZATION

Trs simple configuration, we get sound INTERESTED trs quickly.
A SETTING THE mdiums t would be welcome.
The English manual is clear and sufficient.

SOUND QUALITY

The PDAL is effective, for sure.
I used 4 string bass with passive and active 5-string fretted.
I mainly used to add a prampli derrire my Fender JB RI62 before returning to my Mesa. Unfortunately I got the sounds n'taient not the sounds I was looking for.
The PDAL is primarily an ID that can serve as more amp simulator. But in the words crrcrr not need the pedals if you have a good bass and a good amp.

OVERALL OPINION

I used a few weeks, then sold: it does not need m'tait and colored just the sound of a Manir I did not aim.
Before I had a PSA1.1, I wanted to return to the pedals but it is by no means the equivalent noise of a PSA (it's more than the RBI): I BDDI not found on the sounds that I had with my PSA.
I have not tried the RBI at the moment.
The report price is average quality because it is quite CHRE, this remains a good pedals.
If I had to make another choice in this product line, try the pramp / Sadowsky DI before I DCID.

(Originally written by Thom_bass/translated from Audiofanzine FR)
DI with analog preamp in pedal format. Compact and sturdy product.

Very comprehensive connections.

UTILIZATION

Very easy configuration. You'll quickly get interesting sound results.

I only miss a mid control.

Clear and comprehensive user's manual.

SOUND QUALITY

The device is effective.

I used it with a 4-string passive bass and a 5-string active bass.

I mainly used it to add a preamp between my Fender JB RI62 and my Mesa. Unfortunately the sound didn't match my needs.

This pedal is mainly a DI box with a speaker simulation function. But you won't need it if you already have a good bass and a good amp.

OVERALL OPINION

I used it some weeks and sold it: I didn't really need it, besides it added a sound color I didn't like.

I previously had a PSA1.1 and I wanted a pedal again. But this product doesn't sound like the PSA (it's more like the RBI). I just couldn't find the sound of my PSA with the BDDI.

I never tested the RBI until now.

Average value for money: it's a good pedal but it's rather expensive.

If I buy something in this price range again I will go for the Sadowsky preamp/DI.

(Originally written by crrcrr/translated from Audiofanzine FR)

In general, I am very satisfied with the product's sound and connection options!

UTILIZATION

The SANSAMP makes wonders with every cheap amp.

SOUND QUALITY

It immediately makes every low/mid/top-range amp sound great. I had been playing with a Warwick Streamer bass + Little Mark F1 amp + Ampeg 4x10" speaker for years and the SANSAMP made wonders. But I changed my whole setup (Spector NS JH5 bass + EBS FAFNER amp + 4x10" EBS speaker) and now I can see its limitations so I don't use it anymore. The sound is a bit muddy, less dynamic and not accurate enough. But.. I plugged it into a Fender BXR200 combo and rediscovered the enchanting sound that motivated my purchase 4 years ago.

OVERALL OPINION

It sounds awesome with low and mid-range gear but there's no use for it with top-range systems. You should check if it's worth it for your setup before you buy it.