
Headrush Amplifiers
17 Trace Elliot ELF
Inspired by Trace Elliot ELF
The model 17 Trace Elliot ELF it is designed to deliver compact, defined and punchy sound, ideal for:
- Electric bass (fingerstyle, slap, pick)
- Live and studio situations
- Clean or slightly saturated sounds
It's a very transparent and responsive bass amp, with the ability to add punch via light distortion.
BluesRockHard RockHeavy MetalMetalJazzFunkPopCountryAcousticBassAlternativesClassic Rock
Controls
Treble
Controls the high frequencies:
- Low → smooth sound
- High → bright and defined Useful for slap and pick attack
Mid
Controls the mid frequencies:
- Low → scooped sound
- High → more presence and definition
- Fundamental for standing out in the mix
Bass
Control the low frequencies:
- Low → tight and controlled
- High → deep and full
- Be careful not to overdo it to avoid muddyness
Dist
Activate distortion:
- Y → adds grit and saturation
- N → clean and transparent sound
- Perfect for rock and light bass drive
Gain
Controls the preamp level:
- Low → clean
- Medium → light drive
- High → more noticeable distortion (if Dist ON) Interacts with Dist
Volume
Control the volume of the amplifier:
- Low → controlled output
- High → more pressure and presence
Output Level
Controls the global final volume:
- Negative → attenuation 0 d
- B → neutral
- Positive → boost Does not alter the timbre
Pro Tips
BEHAVIOR OF THE AMPLIFIER
- Very defined and punchy sound
- Simple but effective EQ
- Optional dist to add character
- Excellent response for modern bass
Advice:
- Mid-high → definition in the mix
- Treble → slap and attack
- Bass → adjust depth without mixing
- Dist ON → rock / grit
Final advice:
- Mid is the key → defines the sound in the mix
- Dist ON → rock / alternative
- Dist OFF → modern clean and slap
- Perfect for live and studio bass
Setup Examples
Clean modern/slap
Treble65%
Mid50%
Bass55%
DistN
Gain45%
Volume60%
Output Level0dB
Gritty rock/bass
Treble60%
Mid60%
Bass55%
DistY
Gain60%
Volume65%
Output Level+1 dB
Fingerstyle / hot
Treble55%
Mid55%
Bass60%
DistN
Gain50%
Volume60%
Output Level0dB

