Q: about 002R inst. inputs for DI guitar/bass

[dswckw]

My favorite way to record DI bass is with an Avalon U5. Great sounding DI. They run in the $500 range but well worth it.

[cleft]

I'm currently using a 001 with a Presonus DigiTube/BlueMax for DI guitar (which I record both dry and through a Pod). I noticed a significant difference in quality between the 001 and DigiTube inputs.

How are the 002R inst inputs for DI guitar & bass recording? I'm wondering if I can ditch the Presonus path once I upgrade. The one thing I don't like about the Presonus stuff is the noise. Anyone using the 002R for DI recording?

[cleft]

I've heard great things about the U5 and had considered one at some point. Yet the cost was a bit out of my range for what I realistically need. The 001 inputs were actually good enough for bass, but not guitar. That's why I was curious if the 002R inst. inputs were any better for guitar.

Thanks for the recommendation though. I still might consider the Avalon down the line.

[Lucky]

I might be in the minority, but I really like the Pod and Bass Pod for my DI.

[TAPKAE]

I might be in the minority, but I like to use an amp and a mic for guitar.