Bass players, perhaps You could recommend some good effects pedals/processors?

[zomb5150]

I am a Bassist and I was wondering if someone could recommend some good Bass effects pedals or processors, I've tried several and just can't seem to find anything I like.

[RavageRitual]

Im a bass player too and have been for about 4 yrs. Shopping for bass effects is much harder than shopping for guitar effects. what i suggest is to go to samash.com or musiciansfriend.com and look at thier bass effects. Both of those sites have reviews from people that have bought the product. I use just a DigiTech Simulator, not really an effects pedal, but it adds a greatfullness and an awesome strong sound to your bass. I wouldn't ever waste your money on an effects board that cost around 600 dollars w/ like a million effects on one thing, those always get frequencys messed up and end up sounding really crappy.

What kind of bass/basses do you have by the way?

[zomb5150]

I play an American made 5 string Fender deluxe jazz bass with active electronics through a 100 watt Fender Bassman, I've had the Bass for 8 years and really like it, I think I'd like to get a "Guild Starfire" or a "Richenbacher 4003" eventually.

[RavageRitual]

I would love to have your bass...
I have a Washburn Force 5 Exotic Neck Thru, and then I have a 4 String Gibson.

[tonemeister]

what kind of sound are you looking for and what kind of music are you playing? i can help but need more info........

[zomb5150]

Originally posted by RavageRitual
I would love to have your bass...
I have a Washburn Force 5 Exotic Neck Thru, and then I have a 4 String Gibson.

I bought that bass when it came out in about 1997 for a little over 900.00, they're much cheaper now.
What kind of Gibson do You have?
I almost bought a Gibson G-3 like Mike Dirnts' of Greenday but put it back for the Fender Jazz Bass.

[zomb5150]

Originally posted by tonemeister
what kind of sound are you looking for and what kind of music are you playing? i can help but need more info........

The sound on Nirvanas' "Bleach" album.
I also like the sound of the bass on alot of the Cures songs.

[RavageRitual]

Originally posted by zomb5150
I bought that bass when it came out in about 1997 for a little over 900.00, they're much cheaper now.
What kind of Gibson do You have?
I almost bought a Gibson G-3 like Mike Dirnts' of Greenday but put it back for the Fender Jazz Bass.

I think you did the right thing by going w. the fender.

Anyway I have a Gibson Thunderbird IV

[zomb5150]

Originally posted by RavageRitual
I think you did the right thing by going w. the fender.

Anyway I have a Gibson Thunderbird IV

that's a sweet looking bass in my opinion:)

[tonemeister]

the bass players you've mentioned are pretty straight forward. fender bass and usually an ampeg 8x10 cabinet for recording. the 10 inch speakers is what gives you that nice punch and attack on the notes while still giving you plenty of bottom. if you want to punch it up a bit just get a compressor and flange pedal but nothing more. keep it simple and the bass will really shine through. if you over do it, the bass tends to get a little muddy and then you really can't tell what's being played it all becomes noise. you want to keep it simple and sharp.

[zomb5150]

could You recommend a good compressor pedal?
My bassman has a 15" speaker, can I still achieve a decent sound?would a boss compressor and flanger be sufficient?

[tonemeister]

a boss compressor and flanger is a good buy but if you can get a hartke 4x10 cab to add to the 15 or just use the 4x10 you will be blown away by the difference. bass is the one thing you don't have to worry about being heard the trick is to keep it clear and not muddy. if you were playing an arena then 15" speaker combined with the 10's would be great but for clubs and rehearsal rooms it's overkill. in the studio we always use 10" speakers because the incredible clarity they give.

[tonemeister]

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[zomb5150]

I'd like to thank You for Your help, You seem quite knowledgeable on the subject.:)

[tonemeister]

no problem. let me know how it works out. :)