Posts by boyfromnorth

Oh man, I got the unpowered kabinet with an SD power stage a few months back.

Now I want a powered kabinet!

Quote from dmatthews

I have the stereo version Stealth Pro, and the larger SD700, so not really a direct comparison. I feel that the SD is a more robust/better made product. The fan is not something I ever hear.

The ISP is way lighter, but that's mostly because the power supply (large laptop size) is outboard, but also because the housing is thinner/lighter.

The ISP is class A/B and the Seymour Duncan is class D. I like the fact that the SD is using the Icepower modules just Like Kemper does.

They both sound good, no issue there, but my personal vote is for the SD.

I think you'll be happy.

Thanks a lot. This definitely make me feel content.

Well I couldn't wait anymore and ordered the SD power stage 170 with the Kabinet today.

It's more money than the ISP but it was recommended in most of the threads here.

But now I am thinking of ordering the ISP as well. Then do a quick test with both and keep the one I like.

I like the fact that ISP can fit in the back of the toaster and it's cheaper.

Hi All,

So instead of patiently waiting for a powered version of a Kemper Kabinet I have decided to buy the unpowered version and a power amp.

Anyone has any experience with ISP Technologies Stealth Ultra-Lite 180-Watt Pedalboard Power Amp?

How does it compare to SD 170, which is probably the most recommended power amp here?

Thanks

Quote from Burkhard

The intent is soon, but we cannot provide a serious release date these days.

thanks a lot for the update.

Hey Guys,

Is there any news/rumors on powered Kemper Kabinet release date?

I own a non powered Kemper Head and I was planning to get a power amp(probably a SD PS 170) and the Kabinet but if power Kabinet is expected to arrive soon I will definitely wait.

Thanks!

Thanks a lot.

Appreciate it!

I can't find these Dumble profiles anywhere.

Any download link still up?

Was looking for a Lazy J profile and came across TWEED 20 Bright Clean by Brian Carl.

I've been using the only profile since past few days. Haven't even touched any others. That should tell you something

Makes my tele shine!

Quote from PETERFR

Yes - It‘s here

When can we expect a review?

Quote from Wheresthedug

I'm not sure exactly what the options are on your interface but it might have direct monitoring (Zero Latency monitoring) features. This would be the equivalent of my old school approach.

I send my KPA through a mixer before going to my Audio interface. When I record I can monitor the audio directly from the mixer or the the output from the DAW or both simultaneously (by accident because I forgot to mute one of them). There is a slight time delay between the two. This creates phase cancellation issues that can screw up the sound.

You are right. My interface supports the option to monitor directly. Which is working fine.

I make sure to mute the direct monitoring before arming the track to monitor from the DAW.

This is the audio that doesn't have the punch or the fullness compared to direct monitoring.

Maybe it's just a volume thing. But I'm sure there is a major difference.

Quote from Wheresthedug

your DAw shouldn’t colour the sound unless you accidentally have some plugin engaged (such as compression on the master buss).

check that you aren’t hearing the sound direct from the interface PLUS the sound routed through the DAW as you be getting phase cancellations when this happens.

There are no plugins engaged in master bus.

check that you aren’t hearing the sound direct from the interface PLUS the sound routed through the DAW as you be getting phase cancellations when this happens.

Can you please elaborate on this? I didn't quite get it.

Thanks

Quote from Slyman

Audio interfaces converters do affect the sound, no doubt.

Some more than others.

You will find many posts covering that subject on this forum.

It's probably not the interface because the direct monitor from interface sounds similar to the headphone out from the Kemper.(I'm using the main xlr outs to connect to the interface)

It's only when I arm the track and monitor through the daw instead of directly monitoring the sound.

Quote from gmf

Do you have the possibility to record via SPDIF?

Test this for comparison

unfortunately, no.

My interface doesn’t support spdif.

Quote from gmf

Why not sth like https://www.thomann.de/de/palmer_macht_402.htm

Honestly I don't know much about power amps and this one looks quite complicated. So many knobs.

Setup:

Guitar -> Kemper -> main output (xlr stereo) -> Presonus audiobox -> Ableton Live

When I monitor the profile directly from the audiobox the profiles sounds much better but if I use the DAW( arm the track and monitor) it looses certain quality about it. Doesn't have the same feel to it.

Is it some issue with my interface? or does a DAW color the audio?

probably a noob question but

to use something like a SD PS-170, I'll have to connect the monitor out from my Kemper to input of the PS and the speaker output from PS goes to the Kabinet right?

Hi All,

So I've been using Kemper for over a month now and was looking for monitoring options.

I was planning to get a powered frfr speaker but Kabinet is available now for pre order on Sweetwater and I might just pull the trigger on one.

I own a non powered Kemper Head so looking for power amp recommendations. I'm a complete noob when it comes to power amps and cabinets so any help appreciated.

Looking for a budget power amp that sit wells with the Kemper head.

Thanks!

Quote from Xorezzz

Kemper Kab will be out within weeks, maybe the best is to wait and see how it could perfom in different situations / environments ...

I'll have to invest in a power amp to make Kemper cab work. I don't think they are releasing a powered Kemper Kab anytime soon

Quote from Southdakota

Welcome! You will see Headrush mentioned a lot on here snd on the facebook groups as well. Not saying they are bad but I want you to be aware of the EV zlx12p. Ive played this now for almost two years, probably 40 gigs. It sounds great (I had a Headrush and I think this sounds better). It is bi-amped between the horn and speaker(Headrush is not). It has some great adjustable parameters including EQ. It is lightweight. It is a reputable company. And the price is great. Headrush just does a better job of marketing to the modeling/profiling community.

Thanks for the recommendation. Will definitely check out EV zlx12p.

Any recommendation for cab style frfr speaker?

Thanks