Zoom B6 Bass Multi FX Pedal - Are Digital Multi FX Pedals Good For Bass?

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⏰ Timestamps ⏰
» 0:00 Intro Jam
» 1:12 What is it?
» 2:34 Inputs and Outputs
» 5:54 Presets & Drum Patterns
» 7:19 Let's Hear the Presets!
» 10:24 More Features!
» 12:11 Memory Mode
» 12:44 Looper
» 13:01 Making a Patch!
» 14:22 A Preamp
» 15:35 Next, a Compressor!
» 16:55 Modulation
» 18:25 Delay
» 19:37 Reverb
» 20:31 The User Interface
» 22:49 A Built-In Tuner!
» 23:29 What About The Price?
» 24:04 The Amps!
» 27:24 What Do Nathan & Lee Think?

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[PushSueAside]

For me… the “gear” on this show, is just icing. IMO… Nathan and Lee’s playing, chemistry and commentary, make “All about the bass”, one of the greatest shows on YouTube.
Thank you guys.

[okanaganguy]

I've owned several multi-effects for bass. They all lasted exactly one weekend before returning it to the shop.
This one, however, shows many practical applications.

Must buy.


Lee - you have been practicing.
Marvelous playing.
Thanks for this.
Nathan, you're way smarter than you let on...

[ShadamAran]

I think the fact that the drum presets link up with the looper is a big deal in and of itself that noone really talks about. Seems like an amazing practice tool on top of everything else it does.

[brianharms]

I own one of these and it sounds great, but the processing power is weak. You are very limited to the number of effects you can add to each patch. If you don't play with many effects then this thing is gold. I can add compression, amp, IR and usually one maybe two other effects.

[jml]

The presets on this thing are 95% usable. All great tones, that need little or no tweaking. I leave all my other pedals at home now.

[SetFireTheNightSky]

I love your gear showcase videos and as a longtime user of ZOOM FX, I can honestly say that ZOOM has come *_A LONG_* way in the FX world. They have really stepped up their game in a great way to bring affordable, high quality FX to the bass community.

Sure, there will always be more expensive units with more bells, whistles and features but, with those units comes a *_WAY_* higher price tag and when you consider what ZOOM offers and gives bass players with units like this, I'd say this is the better buy. The days of saying digital FX are no match to analog ones are pretty much over.

Anyone who still believes that is either a elitist tone purist or a gear snob, in which case they shouldn't even be looking at gear like this in the first place. To do so and then complain about it is just pointless and irrelevant. Still for those open-minded players that are looking for great, affordable studio quality bass FX and features, you just can't go wrong with units like this.

I mean, is it "perfect"? No, of course not *_BUT_* when you consider what you get with this vs. what you don't? It's pretty close to perfect. Again, thanks for reviewing this unit. Having said that, I just have one thing to ask...

_In the future, if you're gonna go a little bit in depth into the features of units like this, please read the manuals first!_ I know that a lot of players today are all about things being "intuitive" but, let's face the truth here - most things nowadays require a bit of know-how to operate properly and to get the most out of. Units like this are no exception.

Plus, there are so many people who will stop watching a video and turn away from equipment like this as soon as they perceive those reviewing it to be confused and/or lost on how to operate it, even if later, those reviewing it quickly figure things out and say that in the end, it is quite simple to operate. By then, it's too late and you lost that player and that player might lose out on a great piece of gear. That benefits no one... just some food for thought...

Again, great video here..

[mattcheckleybass]

I have a Zoom B3n and can't see much that this really adds beyond better connectivity and a touchscreen, there doesn't seem like there's any new FX/amps.

[darkgothic]

I use the Boss GT-6B and i say yes to multi effect for bass 💪🏻

[SteveWeltman]

Your review was fun, informative and your bassist was (to me) just on fire "having fun" (he plays like I hear it in my mind and my fingers F$%^ it all up... must be the new hands). I really like this unit .The B6 seems like a solid tool for a lot of bassists.

[robertpurdy]

I have a Zoom B3 that I use every day. Decent bit of kit for the price and I get compliments on the sound through my TC Electronics bass amp. This might be a good fit if the B3 ever gives out.

[bennobassosaurus]

Great review!! And great playing! Thanks lads

[Bobby-wnyr]

I think what’s really needed here is a comparison to the line 6 pod go and headrush mx5 as they come in at the same price. Does it’s bass-first presets and modelling make it worth it over what appear to be better units that are setup more for guitar out the box?

[URTH-ybxh]

Zoom bass fx boxes are Line 6 too The Bass Pod Xt Live for instance So yes

[jameslewis]

This seems like a really legitimate upgrade from the old B5. The only thing that is missing is an expression pedal but then again that was more often than not one of those features that just didn't get used very often.

[aftertheendtimes]

Great session, great playing! =) Love cheers

[Gkm]

I don’t know about ‘drums’ on a bass effect unit… anyway, I’m using a Boss GT-1B. I don’t use any of the preamps, amp sims, cabinet sims, overdrives or distortions. Digital amp stuff just does not work to my ears; it sounds like crud. But the modulations and EQs and synth things? Those are all good enough for live performance. So I utilize a SansAmp in concert with the GT-1B, and it gives me everything I need.

[privateuser]

Really like Lee. Was Nathan trying to make me hate the product?

[billyellow]

I'm swapping out my multi fx for separate pedals. In the heat of a gig, I'm always stamping on the wrong button and selecting a random inappropriate effect. Then stamp frantically to get back to what I want and it all goes crazy!

[karloschaos]

Nice little Zappa reference at the end.

[charlybassmusic]

Thank you so much....I really enjoyed the review....