Hi Everyone,
Just wondering what profiles or profile packs people recommend for playing Progressive Metal and Djent??
I already found a great BE100 profile pack for Progressive Metal and Djent but, i'm curious what profiles or profile packs other people in the Kemper-verse are using for heavier genres of music like Prog Metal, Djent, etc.
Let me know what profiles or profile packs are your favorites, and what you guys recommend!
-Sean C-
Hi everyone!
I recently got the MattFig BE100 V1 Profile Pack and I must say,
WOW!!!!!
I am truly impressed and I have been pretty picky about profiles since getting my Kemper Stage. I've been searching and searching for a great Friedman BE/HBE 100 profile for a while now, and have tried out some good ones, but nothing was giving me that, "this is what I've been looking for. My search is over" feeling. Many profiles I tried were good, but nothing blew me away until I tried out Matt Fig's BE100 Profile Pack!
The High-Gain profiles were mostly what I was looking for because I mostly play progressive metal, hard rock, and heavier styles of music. But I was really surprised that I ended up loving the Mid-Gain and Low-Gain profiles too!
The High-Gain profiles are super rich and full sounding. The different High-Gain profiles are each dialed in to be a little different from each other, to allow for really versatile tone-shaping. And although the gain is up pretty high, you get really great clarity and definition of each note. The profiles are fat sounding, and chewy, and rich, and aggressive. I ended up only adding a bit of presence to some of the profiles (I like bright and cutting tones.) and that was it! Other than that they were everything I was looking for! There are even HBE profiles too! (Which are my personal favorites of the pack at the moment)
The Mid-Gain profiles are all extremely versatile too! They're extremely dynamic and expressive, and sound amazing. I didn't plan on using them much but I jam on a Mid-Gain profile daily now, because the Mid-Gain profiles are THAT good.
The Low-Gain profiles were a really pleasant surprise as well. For a clean tone, I wouldn't normally go to a BE100 first, but this pack changed that for sure! The last 2 clean-ish guitar parts I recorded, were recorded using one of the Low-Gain BE100 profiles from the pack, and they came out sounding chimey, and glassy, and rich. I'm really into the BE100 LG Plexi Fat profile at the moment. And the fact that there are all these different tones dialed in on different profiles, makes this profile pack worth a lot more than it's going for!
And if you're into swapping different Kemper Cabs, you'll get some amazing results too!
As for the DI profiles, they are also really awesome sounding. I tried them out through my Diamond 4x12 Custom Cab w/ 2 V30's & 2 G12H speakers and they sound KILLER!
I really can't say enough good things about this profile pack. The profiles are great sounding in a mix, and sound especially amazing when playing guitar live or jamming (I tested through a Headrush 112 FRFR, and through a 4x12 cab), which isn't always the case when a profile sounds especially good in a mix. So you get the best of both worlds when you get this pack. The MattFig BE100 V1 Profile pack is really great, extremely versatile, and is everything you could want and need from a profile pack. The BE100 tone is captured to the tee, and the different profiles are all dialed really well. If you're looking for a Friedman BE/HBE 100 profile pack, I HIGHLY recommend getting the MattFig BE100 V1 Profile Pack. It has so much versatility, so you can get any tone you're looking for with ease. The profiles in the pack are really high quality and sound awesome, and you definitely WILL NOT BE disappointed!
Check out Matt Fig Kemper Profiles at http://www.mattfig.com/
-Sean C
Every time I try to save from RM, the option grays as if it saved, but it never does lol. I've seen some other posts from other users having a similar problem.
Saving the changes made on the editor, via the Store button on the Stage, the save functions work properly.
So far I've only been able to test this with Performances in Performance mode. I'm going to test it out with Rigs while in Browse mode and hopefully I'll have better luck!
SAY THANKS!
Guys, I want you all to raise a glass tonight to Timo, Arne, Oskar, Georg and Jan. Without them, Rig Manager 3 wouldn't finally be here.
Best, GS
Thanks for all your hard work and dedication. We all appreciate it and know it took a lot of work from all of you to make this happen for the Kemper Community. It'll be a HUGE upgrade to workflow for a lot of us.
Much respect 
And again, thanks a bunch!
I legitimately just clocked off work early the minute I saw the Editor is now available for testing! I'm heading home now to check it out. I can't wait!
I knew Kemper wouldn't let us down!
Again, honoured to have been able to help, Sean, and FWIMBW, reading your "new take" on Pure Cab™ gives me the impression that you've got a solid handle on it now, probably more so than we "average" Kemperites.
You've definitely been a HUGE help! 
Thanks for your wisdom and kindness , it's much appreciated!
It's been a pleasure getting your experience and take on Pure Cabinet and it's totally increased my overall understanding of it, and given me some insight I definitely didn't have before! Thanks for letting me pick your brain lol
I'm allergic to phase cancellation in the higher frequencies, so I use it to minimise this where needed.
This is its intended use, so Sean, most of your questions, including the recording-related one, are answered by this "basic" understanding. Phase cancellation in the HF area is often perceived as harshness, as you put it (aptly IMHO), so this would explain your observations about its smoothing of said frequencies.
Often metal engineers employ mic'ing techniques that encourage a harsh edge (caused by phase cancellation brought about by off-axis mic'ing), particularly to the attack portion of sounds used for rhythm parts, 'cause this allows the tones to poke through mixes more-easily, and this, IMHO, explains why we hear more metal guys saying that they seldom, if ever, use it.
Thanks for your explanation! That was a HUGE help towards getting a solid idea of what Pure Cabinet does, and how/why people use it.
I hadn't taken into consideration, that phase cancellation might be intentional and might be part of the sound intended for a specific profile. And now that I've heard it explained as you just did, It makes so much more sense why I haven't been hearing about many people using it on high gain profiles, especially for recording.
I wonder, in instances where phase cancellation is intentional for a studio profile, if those profiles would benefit from Pure Cabinet in a live setting. Because the tone was used to cut through a mix in the studio, but it might sound smoother and more "alive" in a way with Pure Cab being used at a low setting. And by that I mean, in my opinion, profiles that sound a little harsh can sometimes sound more rich and alive in a way with Pure Cabinet, if it isn't being used at a high setting. I'm sure others won't feel the same, because we all have different preferences and opinions. But in my opinion, Pure Cab can make a profile sound a little more alive and rich at a low setting. But on the other hand, it starts to smooth out some of the frequencies that some people might say make each profile unique.
Although, I must say, I experimented with my 5 favorite profiles right now, and tried each back to back, and then again back to back after setting Pure Cabinet to .3 on each rig, and the profiles still sounded REALLY DIFFERENT in comparison to each other even with Pure Cabinet ON. I think when some people are saying that they think Pure Cabinet makes profiles sound the same, that the Pure Cabinet setting they're using for their profiles might either be a high setting, or at least the stock 3.0 global Pure Cabinet setting, and when I use it, i'm only ever using it at .6 or lower.
What range do you typically dial in Pure Cabinet around?
And again, Thanks for your explanation !
I still have to take a listen and try this. I always thought this was more for if you were running into a power amp and traditional cab but my assumption here was probably wrong.
I'm not sure if Pure Cabinet affects your tone if your Cab if disabled and you're running your Kemper through a power amp and traditional cab. But I'm not totally sure to be honest lol.
I was under the impression that it was a parameter meant to smooth out harsh high end frequencies that are often associated with mic'd up cabs. Almost like it's supposed to take out whatever harshness is caused by the mic used for the profile to give a more "in the room" type of sound. But that's just what I've always thought from what I've read and my experience with it.
Do you use it for recording? I'm trying to figure out the general consensus on using it for recording. Everyone seems to have an opinion on it for Live use, and I can totally see how live you would want a more amp in the room sound and feel. But for recording, I'm wondering if people are leaving it off and dialing out harshness is post processing? Or if people are using it to get the effect of it for recorded guitar tones too?
I dont use it.
But I can see where it can be a benefit but I always urge everyone to try new profiles with it OFF so you know what the actual profile sounds like then turn it on to see if it helps for your situation.
Edit: I always wonder when someone says most profiles sound similar if it's due to this being active.
I completely agree with this. Everyone should definitely try their profiles with Pure Cabinet OFF in the "Output" section (without it off here, it will still be activated, even at 0 in the "Cab" section.).
I always try this first and then experiment with low levels of it. I have it OFF in the "Output" section and set it individually per rig in the "Cab" section.
In my opinion, it smooths out some of the harshness at low settings, but at higher settings can start to add some high frequencies in not too fond of on most high gain profiles.
My main question I guess would be, what people think of using it for recording? And how can it benefit your tones while recording?
And by low settings of Pure Cabinet I mean usually less than 1 (I seem to prefer it at .3 - .5), and that's if I end up using it at all. It's about half and half for high gain profiles.
Great bag for sure, but basically it's a Line 6's Helix ripoff
Yes true, but with a bigger pockets and a bigger top pocket size, as well as a bigger size bag overall lol. But yeah, basically. The L6 bag would also be a good option but wouldn't have as much space and I doubt would fit 1 to 2 Expression pedals with the Stage in the big main compartment like the Headrush bag because the Helix unit is smaller. But, either would work for Stage and would be a great option.
Anyone looking for a bag that's perfect for your Kemper Stage, check out the Headrush backpack. It's almost seemingly the same size as the Kemper Stage bag that's about to come out, but with one more pocket than the Kemper Stage bag. It's padded well, super durable, comfortable. I switched from a Headrush pedalboard to a Kemper Stage and the backpack from the Headrush just happened to be perfect size and fits everything for a live gig along with it. Unfortunately, all the pics i tried to upload of my Kemper Stage in the backpack and all my stuff fit in it, were too big of a file size and wouldn't upload so I uploaded some pics off Google images so you guys can get an idea of how much space is in it.
It EASILY fits the Kemper stage and 1 to 3 expression pedals, a bunch of cables, a few mics in mic bags, and tons of other stuff. In my Headrush backpack I currently have : Big pocket - Kemper Stage, 2 Mission Expression pedals. Front Pocket - 4 25 ft speaker cables, 4 25 ft instrument cables, 2 25 ft XLR Cables, 1 10 ft XLR cable, a small bag of 8 patch cables, 3 mics in individual mic bags. Front Top pocket - Kemper Stage power cable, usb cable, phone charger, bag of picks, string cleaner, guitar cleaner, 2 microfiber cloths in a bag, extra power cable, capo, guitar slide, small guitar tool kit, 2 packs of 11-56 strings.
I'm telling you guys, this bag is a perfect size for your stuff for a gig, is durable and padded enough for gigging, and has a suprising amount of space. It looks like the Kemper Stage bag is similar with one less pocket and a smaller front pocket than the Headrush backpack. At least check it out. It'll be worth it.
It's great to hear that others are enjoying Pure Cabinet as well
I'm really liking what it does to most profiles at a low setting (.1 to .8). I use mostly mid gain and high gain profiles. I've read a lot about people not liking the way it affects high gain profiles but so far, I like the way it smooths out a lot of harshness. However, I can also see what some people mean when they say it takes away some of the cabs resonance and some of the uniqueness of each cab in a profile. But is that because Pure Cab is taking out the harshness that's typically associated with cab resonance? Or what do you guys think?
I'm really interested in if others are using this in the studio for recording in particular. And if so, how does Pure Cab change the guitar tone? And in your opinion, does Pure Cab sound good for recorded guitar tones, or not?
I just got the Headrush Pedalboard backpack and it's the PERFECT size for the Kemper Stage, and 1 to 2 Expression pedals in the main pocket, a ridiculous amount of cables in the front pocket, and a bunch of stuff in a 3rd smaller pocket. I'd HIGHLY recommend it. Great padding and super durable as well. Nothing too crazy though like a hsrd flight case. Definitely gig worthy and durable enough to take on the road. I'll post a pic of the Headrush pedalboard backpack [Blocked Image: https://www.google.com/search?q=headrush+pedalboard+backpack&client=ms-android-hms-tmobile-us&prmd=sivn&sxsrf=ACYBGNRVrEmt9tWzjCZ7-rHWwxBQiWI9gQ:1574200353335&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjuiPamofflAhU1Pn0KHYMcDMAQ_AUoAnoECA8QAg&biw=360&bih=645&dpr=4#imgrc=4uK4P4bUZE-5RM]
Hi everyone!
I just got my Kemper Stage about 2 months ago and I love it so far. By far, the BEST gear purchase I've ever made. I currently use it for recording, and for my live setup.
I was wondering what others think of Pure Cab, and if they're using it for Live and in the Studio, or just for Live use.
Do you guys prefer it on only lower gain profiles? Or all of the above?
I honestly really like the way most profiles sound with and without Pure Cab. It's almost like with or without Pure Cab, it's just a different take on the profile being used.
Which led me to wonder how others are viewing Pure Cab. And wether or not it's being used in the Studio, as well as Live.
What's your take on Pure Cab? And How do you use it?
