I'm getting a new un-powered Kemper rack and controller delivered this weekend. Beyond excited to finally hear what this thing can do. I have a 30-day return policy with it, so I'm not really at risk here. But I really DO want to like this unit, and I've only got a few weeks of trial time to be convinced. I know there is a learning curve to these types of units. So I want to get a head start and get this thing sounding great as soon as possible.
I know that I should do the following:
- Make sure it's running the most current firmware
- Download only high quality profiles (I'm guessing the Amp Factory, Tim Owens and Michael Britt are the best places to start, yes?)
So with that said, are there any tips in terms of settings that I should adjust as soon as I get it? I know this will depend on the setup I use with it. I'm considering two options. The first is running the Kemper into a FRFR monitor like a Yamaha DXR-10 or Friedman ASM-12? If that doesn't sound "life-like" enough for me, then I'll try plan B which would be running it through a power amp and into my Mesa cabs. I know with that option, I'll lose a lot of the versatility of the Kemper as it'll result in all the profiles being colored by the Mesa cab.
I know if I'm using a guitar cab, I should turn the speaker cab sims off on all the profiles. But are there any other settings that I should definitely change as soon as I get it?
Thanks for the tips!