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The ULTIMATE Pedal For Bass Guitar // FENDER'S Downtown Express Bass Guitar DI / Effects Pedal

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Rumblin Man

Rumblin Man

Күн бұрын

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@erikottens7536
@erikottens7536 4 жыл бұрын
If fender put a tuner on this pedal, there would be nothing else needed for a gig but that pedal
@mynewsong9035
@mynewsong9035 4 жыл бұрын
Im a Gospel Keyboard and bass player from Michigan. Just want to tell you how much I enjoy you videos. There Great!
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 4 жыл бұрын
mynewsong very nice! I used to sing Gospel as well. I’m so glad you enjoy the content. Thank you very much.
@juneau.bandca
@juneau.bandca 4 жыл бұрын
My guitarist bought this pedal for me, and god do I love him now. I use the overdrive the most but having the other effects is really amazing.
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 4 жыл бұрын
That’s awesome!!!!!!! Congrats man.
@gringo_bandito-v2x
@gringo_bandito-v2x 4 жыл бұрын
I'm looking for a pedal like this, and i see the downtown express of fender got many good opinions about this pedal, could you tell your experience about it?
@remylanca9599
@remylanca9599 9 ай бұрын
Hi!!! It's great for Rock? Or maybe thé ampeg SRC Di ?
@bassguitar1919
@bassguitar1919 4 жыл бұрын
Hey all, I've done about 10 or so church services, modern praise and worship tunes with this box. I would say overall I'm very happy with it, excellent bang for buck with all the features it has and I honestly do believe it has impro6my sound as well. Probably my favorite part is the mid control. I also run a fairly light compression all the time and it works well. Excellent value! Thanks Fender!
@BananaJoseph
@BananaJoseph 5 жыл бұрын
I have one of these for a while now. Fantastic pedal indeed. The longer I have it the more I like and appreciate it.
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 5 жыл бұрын
Mad Luigi awesome!
@ConstantineBassCovers
@ConstantineBassCovers 5 жыл бұрын
Excellent review and bass playing. Thanks for the review.
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 5 жыл бұрын
Thank YOU brother! Always enjoy your videos.
@erikottens7536
@erikottens7536 4 жыл бұрын
Kudos Rman, great review, you've improved not only your playing,but the making of your videos a bunch ,enjoyed it lots
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 4 жыл бұрын
Erik Ottens thanks very much.
@chrismorris3897
@chrismorris3897 2 жыл бұрын
Great review on this pedal thank you!
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 2 жыл бұрын
Thank YOU!!
@Karthik_Hari
@Karthik_Hari 5 жыл бұрын
Such a great sounding piece of equipment and a good comprehensive review! You sir, have a new subscriber!
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 5 жыл бұрын
Karthik Hari thank you VERY much bro!
@emisor73
@emisor73 11 ай бұрын
Best review demo. Thx man.
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 11 ай бұрын
Thank you!!
@emisor73
@emisor73 11 ай бұрын
@@RumblinMan My pleasure. By the way; this is actually my first pedal, please help me out. I understand it'll go connected* Instrument to pedal, pedal to return in the amp right? How about if I want the pedal to my Scarlet 2i2 interface? Just from pedal to input? Thanks
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 11 ай бұрын
@@emisor73 yes, pedal to input is great. And you can run it into your amp, or you can run it direct to house and it’ll sound great.
@emisor73
@emisor73 11 ай бұрын
@@RumblinMan Fantastic! Thank you very much.
@bjjnut5777
@bjjnut5777 5 жыл бұрын
Hi RM, new to your channel, but wanted to say thanks for posting this one. I was on the fence on it and you helped me make a decision to pick one up. I couldn't be happier with it. Would you consider making a video on your home practice setup? Like a "Strings-to-speakers -- How to build a bass practice rig." kind of video? Maybe something that outlines your setup and the signal flow between the instrument, supporting gear, the computer and any software you like to use? It sounds great and I'd like to replicate that with my little home practice area. Either way, thanks again and hope you have a great day.
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 5 жыл бұрын
BJJnut hey brother, thank you SO MUCH for the kind words and for being an encourager. I really appreciate it. I’m super happy for you that you have a Downtown Express on the way!! I actually don’t own one, as this one was on loan from Fender. But whenever I do get a new DI for bass, it will probably be this one. At the moment, it’s unbeatable! And thank you for the the great suggestion. I would be more than glad to film a video showing my home practice / recording setup. That’s a great idea!! God bless you brother.
@bassguitar1919
@bassguitar1919 5 жыл бұрын
How is the Downtown Express treating you so far? Considering one of these for Sunday worship use. I had read a couple of places that the signal isn't hot enough for some people. What's been your experience? I bbn play an active Yamaha. Thanks.
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 5 жыл бұрын
bassguitar1919 I personally think the Downtown Express is amazing for worship music and running direct. That said, I actually don’t own one as this was on loan from Fender for the review. I can see how there could be a hard time getting enough gain, as I’ve had the same problem with other units. But there are a number of ways to boost gain, so I wouldn’t let that discourage you - especially with an active bass which will have really stable output. I say go for it!
@bMTitiies
@bMTitiies 4 жыл бұрын
No complaints here, fixed all my tone problems!
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 4 жыл бұрын
Sweet!
@ageshero
@ageshero 3 жыл бұрын
I love this video, cause it feels like its litterally like an interview with famous people spotting this big product reveal- but its all Rumblin Man.
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 3 жыл бұрын
That is super kind! Thanks so much brother.
@guy5359
@guy5359 5 жыл бұрын
Nice bass pedal, nice review, thanks again Rumblin Man!
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 5 жыл бұрын
Guy frQC thank YOU my friend!
@bassguitar1919
@bassguitar1919 5 жыл бұрын
Mine just came! Been experimenting for the last little bit. I like it pretty well so far.
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 5 жыл бұрын
Awesome! It's a great pedal, man. I love it.
@Youngmidnight24
@Youngmidnight24 10 ай бұрын
Sir will it work fine on an active bass ?
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 10 ай бұрын
Yes.
@4stringz.
@4stringz. 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome review & demo! I'm normally a Precision player, but that's one gorgeous Jazz!
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!! Yeah it’s a great one!!!
@Ic_Ciantar
@Ic_Ciantar Жыл бұрын
Would love to see a similar review for the ashdown equivalent
@davidrichardson1778
@davidrichardson1778 4 жыл бұрын
One of the best demos by Rumbling Man.
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 4 жыл бұрын
David Richardson thanks so much!!!!
@shardnz
@shardnz 5 жыл бұрын
Very cool multi-effects pedal! Always a joy to hear you play R man! God Bless and keep up the great work!!
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 5 жыл бұрын
shardnz God bless you as well my man! Thank you for the feedback.
@aaronsempa5820
@aaronsempa5820 7 ай бұрын
Got this pedal yesterday. I'm still not understanding the DI signal path switch at the back of the pedal
@scorchedearth4248
@scorchedearth4248 3 ай бұрын
Have you downloaded the owners manual from the Fender website? That might help you.
@waynejones642
@waynejones642 3 ай бұрын
Can i use this with a head and cab
@wolfram4321
@wolfram4321 9 күн бұрын
Also usable with active Bass? The while Review is Inlay passive. Isn’t it?
@ChrisDavis1975
@ChrisDavis1975 5 жыл бұрын
Hey guy. Pretty good review. I prefer to use compression 95% of the time I’m playing bass. I’ve always been disappointed with the volume levels on the D & G strings. A good compressor solves that! Most sound guys appreciate it too because it makes their job easier.
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 5 жыл бұрын
Chris Davis true!
@cgullcharlie
@cgullcharlie 3 жыл бұрын
"Everything you need" ... ok if I dont also want to tune my bass. But nicely done review. Hard to choose between this and EBS when this has a better compressor but EBS has a tuner.
@Rick-uy8lu
@Rick-uy8lu 3 ай бұрын
Can you power it with a battery as well?
@merijnkrijgsheld2041
@merijnkrijgsheld2041 6 ай бұрын
How do i use the tuner output?
@davestreet7191
@davestreet7191 4 жыл бұрын
Great video. Thanks for sharing.
@sixsentsoldiers
@sixsentsoldiers 5 жыл бұрын
Sounds great. Wish Orange would do a Terror Bass Pedal. That Terror bass 500 is crazy good. If you can review one, do it.
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 5 жыл бұрын
Worth checking into! Thanks man!
@palomusic79
@palomusic79 3 жыл бұрын
Can I use this going directly into mixer with out an amp ?
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 3 жыл бұрын
Yes. That’s what it’s intended for.
@palomusic79
@palomusic79 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@strat-oq1hx
@strat-oq1hx 5 жыл бұрын
Very helpful! Great video!
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 5 жыл бұрын
Strat_ 5198 thanks so much!!
@bigboi3521
@bigboi3521 4 жыл бұрын
How do you keep you bass so shiny?
@AirborneSubmariner
@AirborneSubmariner 3 жыл бұрын
for a new bass player > what other pedals would you use along with the Fender Downtown Express Pedal
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 3 жыл бұрын
I would think the Downtown Express could be used by itself. But if wouldn’t be bad to use a good bass chorus pedal with it
@AirborneSubmariner
@AirborneSubmariner 3 жыл бұрын
@@RumblinMan Thank you
@AirborneSubmariner
@AirborneSubmariner 3 жыл бұрын
@@RumblinMan Would you use a volume pedal- if so before or after the Downtown Express?
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 3 жыл бұрын
@@AirborneSubmariner I would go with the Ernie Ball VP JR tuner volume pedal so that you could use it as both a tuner and volume pedal. I almost always put mine before the rig, but you can’t go wrong putting it after the rig so that it eliminates any noise that may come from the pedal.
@slimkickens
@slimkickens 2 жыл бұрын
I have the Downtown. I love it. My chain is a Digitech Bad Monkey, a Russian Big Muff, and a Boss bass chorus. The drive on the DT is great, but even at the lowest setting it's quite dirty. So in some bands I like a more subtle drive instead. But either way, either the Monkey or the onboard overdrive are always on. Onboard EQ is always on. Rarely use the compressor. Tuner through the tuner out
@jams4218
@jams4218 5 жыл бұрын
Sweet review for a sweet product
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 5 жыл бұрын
Jam S thanks brother!
@SoloNecr0zis
@SoloNecr0zis 5 жыл бұрын
Great review ! Do you think I can plug earphones directly into it? I'm looking for a preamp I can throw in my gig bag to play silently wherever I am without a laptop, the Ampeg SCR-DI was my prime choice until your review !
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 5 жыл бұрын
g33003030 very cool man! There’s not a headphone out to my knowledge, but there are always other ways to use headphones with it.
@SergioAndresSierraPayares
@SergioAndresSierraPayares 4 жыл бұрын
Hi friend!! So glad of finding your video on the network, I want you to ask.. Can I record the bass straight to the record interface with this pedal??? Have you done it?? Would you recommend it?? Thank you!! Greetings from Colombia!! :D
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 4 жыл бұрын
Sergio Sierra yeah, so in this video I plugged the Downtown Express straight into my interface, and the interface straight into the computer. You can definitely do that and it sounds great!
@SergioAndresSierraPayares
@SergioAndresSierraPayares 4 жыл бұрын
@@RumblinMan ooooooh man!!! :D thank u!! That's a very good new!
@thatguy9057
@thatguy9057 5 жыл бұрын
Trying to decide between this pedal and the spectra drive. For about 50 bucks more do you think the fender pedal is a better value?
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 5 жыл бұрын
That Guy Sup bro!! Honestly, I like the Fender better. The Spectra Drive is definitely cool, but I think the Downtown Express offers more flexibility for tailoring each effect. I also really like having an individual pedal for each feature, plus a mute switch. The Downtown Express just offers a lot of flexibility and the layout is easy to use. Plus the looks and construction. I definitely think is worth the extra $50. That’s not to knock the Spectra Drive, though!
@IDONTPLAYENT
@IDONTPLAYENT 4 жыл бұрын
I got one on the way 👌🏿
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 4 жыл бұрын
IDONTPLAY great choice!
@mdzinari26
@mdzinari26 3 жыл бұрын
What strings are you using and what gauge?
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 3 жыл бұрын
Honestly I’m not sure. Fender strings... whatever comes stock on the Vintera bass.
@mdzinari26
@mdzinari26 3 жыл бұрын
@@RumblinMan Gotcha - they sounded great! I was just curious. Thanks again and great content as always!
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 3 жыл бұрын
@@mdzinari26 thanks so much!
@MrOldskool1974
@MrOldskool1974 5 жыл бұрын
Found your channel a while back and really enjoy your content. Especially the Fender stuff as I like the gear a lot. Question....do you know what Fender calls that color of the Vintera Jazz you're playing? I'm really interested in buying the bass and I'm digging that color. Appreciate what ya do man. Keep the faith. 👊🏻
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 5 жыл бұрын
Old Skool 1974 what’s up bro!! Thanks for the kind words and for introducing yourself! The model I played is Aged Natural ( amzn.to/2Hb3ImM ). It looks absolutely beautiful. I will certainly keep the faith, you too brother!
@michaeljohnson8058
@michaeljohnson8058 4 жыл бұрын
It's a good product and I'm planning to acquire one, but how is it revolutionary? Just because it's in one box?
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 4 жыл бұрын
michael johnson keep in mind this video was released a while back, and a lot of other great units have come out since that time.
@svr3195
@svr3195 2 жыл бұрын
Nice!
@hanovasa2594
@hanovasa2594 5 жыл бұрын
Tech 21 PBDR SansAmp Programmable Bass Driver DI what’s your opinion on this?
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 5 жыл бұрын
hano vasa I’ve heard good things about it! A lot of pros like it.
@floydlay9189
@floydlay9189 5 жыл бұрын
Hi Rumbin Man,,can I get you to have a look at a great budget bass guitar active (Haze,,,brand name}....also do 6 string guitars and acoustic,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,one of those no name brand in a sense,but very happy with it,,,struggling to get much info,but I think you would love the bass,,thanks mate,,,,Love that pedal!
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 5 жыл бұрын
floyd Lay hey bro! The Haze basses look cool. Considering that they are sold on sites like EBay and Etsy for an affordable rate, my assumption is that they’re manufactured overseas and sold by private distributors here in the US. A couple of their models are really cool!
@MrElopez55
@MrElopez55 4 жыл бұрын
Sounds awesome, man! I have been curious about this pedal for some tome now and given the reviews I have seen on KZbin, I really like its warm sound, especially the warm mids on this thing. I see that you have another video about the Aguilar Tone Hammer, which you then labeled the best bass preamp pedal. Has this remark changed with this pedal? How would you compare one against the other? Which one do you like best and why? What would you say are the pros and cons of each one? I have had an Ampeg SCR DI before and now have an Eden WTDI and a Hartke Bass Attack 2 now. My main basses are a P and a J and mostly like the ability to be warm but also have clear tones available. I was considering selling one of my pedals and maybe buy this one or the Sansamp VT Deluxe or this Fender or Trace Elliot Transit B. Too bad you can't justify to have them all when you are married...hehe. Anyways, thanks in advance for your comments and insight. God bless!
@MrElopez55
@MrElopez55 4 жыл бұрын
Also, could you also comment on the volume level on this pedal? I saw this other video where this guy is comparing an Ampeg SCR DI with this pedal and he says that he had to push the Fender volume almost all the way up to match the Ampeg 12 o clock volume level. I like the Fender eq sound better, but of course we all want to be heard right.
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 4 жыл бұрын
So here’s the thing. The Aguilar has a slightly clearer sound to it, and also you can get a lot more gain with the Aguilar. The gain on the Downtown Express is not as great. However, I would choose this one over the Aguilar because of its features and design. It’s more useful, and can help you shape your tone more than the Aguilar can. Since the time of making this video, however, my latest favorite DI is the Darkglass Microtubes B7K Ultra ( kzbin.info/www/bejne/hICap42qetl7apY ) because I love the EQ, distortion and cab sim you can get with it. Hope that helps! At the time I reviewed the Aguilar, I was thinking that it was the best. But there have been more preamps released since then and I’ve gotten to try things I like much better. God bless you too!
@MrElopez55
@MrElopez55 4 жыл бұрын
@@RumblinMan thank you for the reply! Well I am not that much into bass overdrive or distortion, I barely use it and only for adding some grit to the sound. The problem with the Darkglass, at least for me, is how pricey they are. My wife would kill me if I buy my dream pedal, which is the Darglass Vintage Ultra...but anyways...I see the Fender Downtown is a strong contender!! I currently use a Hartke Bass Attack 2 and an Eden WTDI with a passive P and a passive J to drive a dedicated powered speaker I use for my bass at church. I had seen in another video that they stated that the volume level on the Fender Downtown Express was a little low, which in my particular situation would mean to push the powered speaker a little more, which I would prefer not to...any comments on that? Or do you think the ouput level is comparable to any bass DI pedal? God bless...
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 4 жыл бұрын
MrElopez55 I’m sure the Downtown Express would be fine, but at the same time agree about the lower volume level. So, it’s a slight risk to get one. But, if it were loud enough, it would be a great purchase because of its features and great sounds. So, the winner is.... Darkglass.
@mikedowell8465
@mikedowell8465 5 жыл бұрын
Hi Rumblin Man, Your vids are awesome! One question: how do I learn to play the Bass? Pay for lessons, computer, buy a booklet or all the above.
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 5 жыл бұрын
Hey Mike, thanks for your comment! For learning bass, I would most recommend taking lessons with a local teacher if you can afford to. Having an in-person mentor can really be helpful. There are also a lot of great lesson videos on KZbin and a lot of online programs that can help you learn to play. Best wishes with it bro!
@mikedowell8465
@mikedowell8465 5 жыл бұрын
@@RumblinMan Thanks!
@F3502000
@F3502000 5 жыл бұрын
Study John Entwistle, then you'll be good!
@1okanaganguy
@1okanaganguy 5 жыл бұрын
never had a use for OD, really.
@ChrisDavis1975
@ChrisDavis1975 5 жыл бұрын
1okanaganguy I prefer lower gain settings on an overdrive pedal on bass. Most OD pedals sound too distorted for my taste. I rarely use OD on bass.
@remylanca9599
@remylanca9599 8 ай бұрын
I buy one now thank's
@IDONTPLAYENT
@IDONTPLAYENT 4 жыл бұрын
Niceeeee
@wolfram4321
@wolfram4321 Күн бұрын
You have condoms over ether tuner mechanic head? 😂 Or ist to prevent finger prints. 😅
@floydlay9189
@floydlay9189 5 жыл бұрын
good stuff rumblin man,sounds fat!
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 5 жыл бұрын
floyd Lay thank you Floyd! God bless bro.
@jams4218
@jams4218 5 жыл бұрын
But bro, please take the dust covers off the tuning keys.... It bothers me. I know it should not but still...... Lol
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 5 жыл бұрын
Jam S hahaha. I would, but I have to send this bass back to Fender!
@edennard1
@edennard1 4 жыл бұрын
bro I had a 2015 5 string American Deluxe I left the dust covers on the tuning keys for 3 years that I just sold a couple months ago..
@jameslanclos568
@jameslanclos568 2 жыл бұрын
SPOILER ALERT: No power, doesn't come with a battery option and does not come with a power supply. What the hell? Other than that, it looks cool and it's pretty much made for those who want an old school "Fender Tone" while gigging.
@harrykettelarij3928
@harrykettelarij3928 3 жыл бұрын
Guess your'e payed by Fender, i tried it and it suuuuuucks. Better check out the new Photon by darkglass, that one is the Sheit.
@RumblinMan
@RumblinMan 3 жыл бұрын
Fender did not pay me to make this video, and the opinion is genuine.
@scorchedearth4248
@scorchedearth4248 3 ай бұрын
Are you being paid by darkglass?
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