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LOTS of sound processing for the money!
In my opinion, Zoom has got this category cornered. The B1X Four (and the B1 Four for that matter) will give you possibilities for modeling your bass sound that'll keep you busy for months if you don't watch out. ;)
It is capable of doing a lot of things. For starters, it will give you a *lot* more control over the tone of your bass -- you don't need an active bass anymore to get the same kind of tone control.
It also comes with a load of dynamic, modeling, and overdrive effects. I don't really care for the distortion-type effects, but the modeling effects (phasers, flangers, choruses, that kind of stuff) are great, and the dynamic effects (compression, slow attack) can be indispensible.
The effects can be ordered in patches; each patch will hold up to five effects, and you can store up to 50 patches. It already comes with a lot of patches preconfigured... which are usable as examples, but not much more than that. The best idea is to create your own patches (you can start from scratch or use an existing patch as a starting point), and, after having made a backup, get rid of the example patches you don't like (I'm looking at you, #39!) to free up space.
Or if you want to keep it simple, just line up your effects in a patch and then use it as a stomp box, taking effects out of and back into the patch while playing.
The best way to figure out how this device suits you best is by just trying out what works best for you. Zoom has freely downloadable software (for PC or Mac) on their web site to help you create and edit patches.
This device also contains an excellent tuner (which is mutable), a 30-second loop facility if you want to go Jaco (Pastorius) or even Jacob (Collier), and a drum computer (essentially a glorified metronome) that will help you practicing.
I love that it will take power from the USB port, because that meant that I could use one of the USB mains plugs that I had lying around. I love how the output can also be used to drive a headphone. The only thing I don't like is that, while internally, it has the capability to be used as a DAI, it won't use the USB port to output anything. I suspect that Zoom did that to not eat into their own DAI products...
I agree with those who say it's not something you'd take into a professional studio, but I disagree with anyone who says they won't take it on stage. If it's good enough for Marcus Miller on stage, it's good enough for you and me. :)
Build quality and finish is better than I had expected, especially at this price point.
For me, it's a keeper. I love this thing. It's brilliant. It's not gonna lose its place between my bass and my amp ever.
And at this price... seriously? That's a no-brainer.
It is capable of doing a lot of things. For starters, it will give you a *lot* more control over the tone of your bass -- you don't need an active bass anymore to get the same kind of tone control.
It also comes with a load of dynamic, modeling, and overdrive effects. I don't really care for the distortion-type effects, but the modeling effects (phasers, flangers, choruses, that kind of stuff) are great, and the dynamic effects (compression, slow attack) can be indispensible.
The effects can be ordered in patches; each patch will hold up to five effects, and you can store up to 50 patches. It already comes with a lot of patches preconfigured... which are usable as examples, but not much more than that. The best idea is to create your own patches (you can start from scratch or use an existing patch as a starting point), and, after having made a backup, get rid of the example patches you don't like (I'm looking at you, #39!) to free up space.
Or if you want to keep it simple, just line up your effects in a patch and then use it as a stomp box, taking effects out of and back into the patch while playing.
The best way to figure out how this device suits you best is by just trying out what works best for you. Zoom has freely downloadable software (for PC or Mac) on their web site to help you create and edit patches.
This device also contains an excellent tuner (which is mutable), a 30-second loop facility if you want to go Jaco (Pastorius) or even Jacob (Collier), and a drum computer (essentially a glorified metronome) that will help you practicing.
I love that it will take power from the USB port, because that meant that I could use one of the USB mains plugs that I had lying around. I love how the output can also be used to drive a headphone. The only thing I don't like is that, while internally, it has the capability to be used as a DAI, it won't use the USB port to output anything. I suspect that Zoom did that to not eat into their own DAI products...
I agree with those who say it's not something you'd take into a professional studio, but I disagree with anyone who says they won't take it on stage. If it's good enough for Marcus Miller on stage, it's good enough for you and me. :)
Build quality and finish is better than I had expected, especially at this price point.
For me, it's a keeper. I love this thing. It's brilliant. It's not gonna lose its place between my bass and my amp ever.
And at this price... seriously? That's a no-brainer.
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Genuinely incredible
I love this thing a lot. It has more effects than I could ever use and let's you completely customize your tone. The tuner is chromatic which is great for me because I only have one bass so changing tuning between songs is very easy with it. The batteries last for 15-20 hours (my guess) so you get a lot of playing out of it without changing batteries. Also, when it shows up "low battery" on the screen, there's still an hour or more battery in it so it isn't a worry if it happens while gigging. My only slight complaint is that if you get a distorted, gritty tone for metal, it can make your amp buzz a ton, but even then it has a noisegate pedal on it (ZNR) so you can eliminate that. I could absolutely use this for the rest of my life and be happy with it the whole way, not to mention the incredible price. Please buy this for yourself
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Almost Perfect
Now with Amp and Cabinet emulators, it is already superior to the old Zooms. Easy to use interface, and with multiple soung crafting options. My only reservation is, its made from Plastic, not metal which i would prefer. But still seems sturdy enough for touring and studio work ! Aside from that, and this goes for the Guitar version i also have. The new zoom pedals, are almost perfect for all situations, and levels of play !
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all you need for small bands
it was supposed to be more complicated to use. but excellent
enough features for small party bands. unfortunately, I had no chance yet to check it on the big stage.
quality - just perfect.
enough features for small party bands. unfortunately, I had no chance yet to check it on the big stage.
quality - just perfect.
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I have been using it for a week or so and I am most certainly satisfied with the purchase. You can achieve a wide range of quality tones with it (really like the envelope filters, very funky). The only downside is the UI which is not very intuitive, but if you read the manual carefully and experiment with it, you can learn to use it in no time.
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Starters Multi Effect
Amazing product with hell a lot of possibilities!
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Great so far
I'm not remarkably experienced with this type of equipment, and I have not had the chance to test this thing thoroughly, but I find it really nice so far with nice presets and plenty of tweaking possible. I am surprised that it sells at such a low price considering that I find this to be of very good quality and full of neat sounds and possibilities.
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All in one fun
For an all in one unit at this price, its hard to beat. Effects, amps, a looper and some beats, not forgetting a tuner. Powered either usb, batteries or mains its as portable as it gets, I use a power pack to the usb for outside playing/practice and listen via headphones. If you want a bit of everything then this unit has it.
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Amazing pedal for those looking to get into using bass effects.
I took music at college and this pedal helped differentiate me from other bassists. The sounds preloaded on this are amazing and having the ability to alter them makes it even more worth it. The price is not bad for the kit you get it will definitely help you as a bass learner better than someone who has played bass with effects for years. Very worth it for the price in my opinion
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Amazing pedal!
Mainly purchased this to explore tones and effects - as a crutch to get myself into effects pedals. Didn't expect all that much from it, especially for 120 euros and having heard all the negative stuff about cheap multi-effects pedals. Having received it, I was blown away. For the money, you get infinite possible tones, it is genuinely mind blowing. Having played with it for a while, I can genuinely recommend this for both home use and performances - I have used it with bass and electric guitar for school performances and it has been such a life saver, especially the tuner (it is precise)!! The interface is really simple and easy to navigate and the battery life is okay as well!
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