- Boxed Tech 21 Bass Fly Rig V2

With:

- Tech 21 Fly Rig Gig Bag (£40 new)

- Battery clip for busking use

From Tech 21:

• All-analog SansAmp circuitry with built-in speaker/cab sim. The SansAmp Tube Amplifier Emulation technology encompasses the entire signal chain, from pre-amp to power amp to speaker simulation. An integral part of the circuitry, the SansAmp speaker simulation will complement any type of guitar or bass speaker cabinet system. You can also place an external IR after a SansAmp to give additional flavor if you so desire. The SansAmp speaker sim is designed and individually tailored for a smooth, even response as would be achieved by a multiply-miked cabinet –without peaks, valleys, and notches associated with single miking and many IRs.
• Two individual Drive controls for gain and overdrive
• Two individual Level controls
• Bite switch activates a presence boost to provide extra clarity to the top end
• On-board active post-EQ section, cut or boost 12dB
• Compression that utilizes old-school FET-based technology
• EFX section with Octafilter, Fuzz and Chorus
• Chromatic tuner.

From me:

• Versatile but hard to tame (1/10 turn on any knob has a dramatic effect).
• Muse uprising, Royal Blood or vintage SVT all available with determination.
• It's a bit of a marmite pedal; you'll love it or hate it.
• Highly portable and DI capable (just about fits in gig bag pocket).
• Only used a couple of times at home to evaluate; went for a Helix instead.
• Carry case keeps it pristine.