Marshall Gov'nor distortion for bass

Mike151 · #1 08-02-2011, 09:00 AM

Anyone currently use this or have any input on this as a distortion pedal for bass?
In Store Used USED MARSHALL GOV'NOR PEDAL and more Guitar Effects at GuitarCenter.com.

I'm thinking about trying one out but would rather hear some trusted advise before I spend the money.

I don't live near a guitar store that has one so trying one out is not an option.

Hutzbordello · #2 08-02-2011, 09:02 AM

Timmy C from RATM used one so.......as long as its in good shape eh?

Mike151 · #3 08-02-2011, 09:24 AM

Yeah, I dig his sound. Alot of it has to do with the powerhouse drummer imo.

Ric5 · #4 08-02-2011, 09:26 AM

I use it as one of my 4 parallel chanels in my pedalboard.

bass effects

RCCollins · #5 08-02-2011, 09:31 AM

The Guv'nor is a distinctive overdrive, not really a clone of anything else, and it sounds kinda (surprise!) Marshall-y. Keep in mind that it is popular enough that there are clones with a preferable size and format (i.e. knobs on top) - available for a lot less cash.

I personally prefer the Guv'nor II for bass - the 4-band EQ makes it flexible. And it's available used for under $50. Sounds significantly different from the original though.

Ric5 · #6 08-02-2011, 09:33 AM

it is good for a 60s cream Jack Bruce tone.

cataract · #7 08-02-2011, 09:38 AM

Didn't Mike Rutherford use one of these on some of the early Genesis stuff?

bigchiefbc · #8 08-02-2011, 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by cataract

Didn't Mike Rutherford use one of these on some of the early Genesis stuff?

I doubt it. Genesis has been around since the late 60's. The Guv'nor didn't come out until the mid-80s as far as I know. So maybe on their later stuff, it's possible.

cataract · #9 08-02-2011, 10:18 AM

Nevermind, got it confused with the Marshall Supa Fuzz.
The Gov'nor is pretty BA though!

darkstorm · #10 08-02-2011, 06:34 PM

When I used seperates the Marshall Govner pedals where a fave. I used two, one stacked into the other.

Gasman · #11 08-02-2011, 06:46 PM

It's pretty good, very distinct sound. I have one but haven't used it in a while. It's a good middle ground between OD and fuzz, IMO. You might be able to get one cheaper on evilbay, though. At least there you can sell it for about what you paid for if you don't like it. I don't know if GC will take a return on a used item easily or not.

Jawbone · #12 08-02-2011, 10:05 PM

Another very underrated pedal. Great OVERDRIVE - not a fuzz!!! When used with some skill it can provide a killer tone. And the price is usually, extremely reasonable for these.

WinstonNilesRum · #13 08-03-2011, 02:26 AM

How does it compare to other light O/Ds (Digitech Bad Monkey, I'm looking at you)? Is there anyone who has tried both who can comment on their versatility, general sound, bass response and, erm, tubey-ness?

BassBrass · #14 08-03-2011, 08:59 AM

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Originally Posted by RCCollins

I personally prefer the Guv'nor II for bass - the 4-band EQ makes it flexible. And it's available used for under $50. Sounds significantly different from the original though.

I just got one of those on a whim...cheap under $40 on EBay. It's actually won a space on my board! I got tired of my Xotic BB Pre's smoothness, first tried Green Rhino as a bright (high mids) overdrive and now the Gov II is my dark overdrive (lower mid center, less treble even with mid and treble maxed). (As of 8/1/11 that is...) Both have a rougher, more cutting sound than the BB. Gov. II is perfect driving an envelope for growell, and sending it through the Attack Goat & VT adds the high end it's missing. I keep the "bass" at noon, but the All-Important "deep" is at 3pm. ("Bass" is boomy, guitar bass, not real low end as we know it. "Deep" is the true low end)
This thing blows away any Monkeys. Low end IMPACT-present.