Multi Effect Unit

sleepypunk1111 · #1 08-09-2010, 06:07 PM

Guys thank you for your help with my other questions.

Now for the big one

I'm in a 90's cover band and I need to be able to get a bunch of different sounds

I would like to get a multi effects unit that can save several different settings that I can re-call with a foot controller

I have my rig in a rack so that is an option

Lets hear those awesome ideas!

MaxMaps · #2 08-09-2010, 08:31 PM

this question gets asked daily.

The favorite multi effects unit that is most frequently mentioned is the Line 6 M9 or M13 mult effects unit. With updated firmware it works well on the bass.

**TheMutt** · #3 08-09-2010, 08:37 PM

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Originally Posted by MaxMaps

this question gets asked daily.

The favorite multi effects unit that is most frequently mentioned is the Line 6 M9 or M13 mult effects unit. With updated firmware it works well on the bass.

+1
It's what I'd be after if I needed a multi

Crystalman85 · #4 08-10-2010, 02:04 AM

If you want other choices for multi-effecrs processors(regardless of how much they cost), check out these multi-effects processors.

Boss me-20b/me-50b
Line 6 pod x3 live
Korg "toneworks" ax3000b(if you're lucky to find one)
Zoom b2/b2.1u
Zoom b9.1ut

champbassist · #5 08-10-2010, 02:48 AM

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Boss me-29b

What in Lord's name is that???

The 4 Boss ME series bass multifx ever produced are ME-6B, ME-8B, ME-20B and ME-50B. In the GT series you have GT-6B and GT-10B and there's the OLD BE-5B.

@OP TBH, use the search function. This question is very common. In any case, I bet my bottom dollar that most replies here will suggest the Line 6 M9 or M13.

Crystalman85 · #6 08-10-2010, 04:59 AM

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Originally Posted by champbassist

What in Lord's name is that???

The 4 Boss ME series bass multifx ever produced are ME-6B, ME-8B, ME-20B and ME-50B. In the GT series you have GT-6B and GT-10B and there's the OLD BE-5B.

@OP TBH, use the search function. This question is very common. In any case, I bet my bottom dollar that most replies here will suggest the Line 6 M9 or M13.

Oops...sorry. I meant the boss me-20b.

ga_edwards · #7 08-10-2010, 06:22 AM

Although the OP does mention that he has his rig racked, so rack effects are an option.

As such, the Line 6 X3 pro might be an option (or the much inferior but much cheaper Behringer Bass V-amp pro).

The Line 6 X3 can be remotely controlled by a number of their foot controllers that come in various sized for different needs. They are powered by the X3 itself via the cat 3 ethernet connector. This makes for an easy connection, easy setup and no need for a power supply at the front of the stage.

Other rack based multi's, such as the Behringer tend to me midi based, so you need a midi foot controller, which can be a headache to setup and required their own power supply.

Line 6 used to make a Bass Pod Pro that's not quite in the same league as the X3, but still darn good. Might be worth a hunt on ebay.

vinny · #8 08-14-2010, 06:14 PM

So what are the better controllers y'all have used? I'd be using it with a Blue Thunder.

Crystalman85 · #9 08-14-2010, 07:52 PM

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Originally Posted by vinny

So what are the better controllers y'all have used? I'd be using it with a Blue Thunder.

The rocktron blue thunder?

vinny · #10 08-15-2010, 08:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Crystalman85

The rocktron blue thunder?

Yes.

MEKer · #11 08-15-2010, 10:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Crystalman85

If you want other choices for multi-effecrs processors(regardless of how much they cost), check out these multi-effects processors.

Boss me-20b/me-50b
Line 6 pod x3 live
Korg "toneworks" ax3000b(if you're lucky to find one)
Zoom b2/b2.1u
Zoom b9.1ut

I have this unit, but evidently I am too stupid to figure the *^$*&$^% thing out. I am so pissed I'm gonna sell it. But I will say, the few tones I've managed to isolate sound great. Ahh $@&^, now I am pissed again thinking about it. Pardon me whilst I go elsewhere and cuss for 10 minutes.

Crystalman85 · #12 08-15-2010, 06:03 PM

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Originally Posted by vinny

Yes.

Awesome...I have a rocktron utopia b100. It's got some pretty cool sound. I would say that it's worth checking out if you're looking for something different.

Crystalman85 · #13 08-15-2010, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by MEKer

I have this unit, but evidently I am too stupid to figure the *^$*&$^% thing out. I am so pissed I'm gonna sell it. But I will say, the few tones I've managed to isolate sound great. Ahh $@&^, now I am pissed again thinking about it. Pardon me whilst I go elsewhere and cuss for 10 minutes.

I can easily understand that you're confused with the korg ax3000b. if you confused about the controls, you should consult the owner's manual. if you don't have the owner's manual of the korg ax3000b, the korg website has a downloadable manual for it on the support section.

http://www.korg.com/SupportResults.aspx?productid=242

MEKer · #14 08-15-2010, 09:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Crystalman85

I can easily understand that you're confused with the korg ax3000b. if you confused about the controls, you should consult the owner's manual. if you don't have the owner's manual of the korg ax3000b, the korg website has a downloadable manual for it on the support section.

http://www.korg.com/SupportResults.aspx?productid=242

Done it by the manual many times...still can't get the hang of it. Too long to explain why-grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr

Crystalman85 · #15 08-16-2010, 12:34 AM

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Originally Posted by MEKer

Done it by the manual many times...still can't get the hang of it. Too long to explain why-grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr

Perhaps the korg ax3000b is not what your looking for in a multi-effects processor. there are plenty of decent multi-effects processors out there. you just need to try them out and see what multi-effects processor is right for you.