Bass pedal

[mike roman]

Out of these pedals which is best to achieve Rush/Yes bass tone $200 is out my price range for Sans Amp Pedals if there's any more pedals thats in $150 price range please refer them to me make/model. Thank You

 

[opivy3056]

Both Chris Squire and Geddy famously run split signals for their distorted sounds. A crossover distortion like the Darkglass X would be a good place to start, allowing you to select which frequencies you want to distort. With their popularity they routinely pop up in the classifieds here for under $150.

 

[220_Hz]

Both Chris Squire and Geddy famously run split signals for their distorted sounds. A crossover distortion like the Darkglass X would be a good place to start, allowing you to select which frequencies you want to distort. With their popularity they routinely pop up in the classifieds here for under $150.

You can also try using a two channel parallel loop blender to mix effected & uneffected signals directly on the board.

 

[FaithNoMan]

I've seen YYZ pedals come up pretty cheap on Reverb, and the Darkglass X is another good choice.

 

[odrive]

The MXR Bass DI pictured in the OP blends the clean and distorted signals to your desired mix. I think with the right bass it would get you the sound you want. I haven't tried the other two pedals.

 

[johnk_10]

ater owning the Darkglass X and the X7 (which are both nice pedals) i'd recommend the YYZ pedal to get what you're looking for.

 

[FaithNoMan]

What JohnK said. Save the extra few bucks and get the one that is MADE to get that tone.

 

[Dave Leighton]

Vote 3 for the YYZ...

 

[obimark]

Yeah, taking a wild guess that the one with Geddy's face on it would be the best choice here.

 

[chiphaleonbass]

JohnK is kind of an authority on dirt pedals around here, I'd take his advice... plus I've heard horrendous things about the Acoustic preamp

 

[johnk_10]

JohnK is kind of an authority on dirt pedals around here, I'd take his advice... plus I've heard horrendous things about the Acoustic preamp

i've heard that too too. mostly that it's very noisy (hiss).

 

[two fingers]

Also keep in mind that for both of those guys FRET BUZZ was a is/was a big part of their sound.

You can't completely get there with any pedal. These guys have/had no problem getting physical with a bass with slammed down action and fresh roundwound strings.

But, yeah, the YYZ will put you over the top, I think.

 

[singlemalt]

The MXR m80 is built like a tank, you should be able to find a used one for under $100.

It’s a great pre and boost, I wasn’t wild about the dirt side. The blend is key.

Great di. Runs on phantom power.

I only buy used pedals from the endless river of TB. Catch and release. Try it for as long as you like, sell it on if it’s not your thing.

 

[Ric5]

you can get one of these under $200 if you shop a little

 

[Ric5]

 

[MDBass]

ater owning the Darkglass X and the X7 (which are both nice pedals) i'd recommend the YYZ pedal to get what you're looking for.
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Out of these pedals which is best to achieve Rush/Yes bass tone $200 is out my price range for Sans Amp Pedals if there's any more pedals thats in $150 price range please refer them to me make/model. Thank YouView attachment 4040417

None of these are ideal for the tones you’re after.

The YYZ from Tech 21 is the best standalone choice as others have already mentioned: you can find them used for less than $200.

 

[Zoffy]

I have the MXR Bass DI, the SansAmp Tech 21 DI, and the Geddy Lee YYZ. They are all excellent at what they do, but if you want that Geddy Sound, get the YYZ - you can dial in his sounds perfectly. The only thing missing is a washing machine and popcorn dispenser where the amps should be.

 

[ruju]

Be patient. Save up you money until you can get the tech21 YYZ. I just got one and it is exactly what I wanted. Even with a tight budget, it's affordable.
The three pedals you've posted as options won't really get you the sound you are looking for.

 

[Janforth]

Not sure any of your choices will work. As for the Rush/Yes bass tone, I think of Rickenbacker using the Ric-o-sound stereo output, can't say it's a pedal in your price range, but I know 2 Ashly SC-40 preamps will get you there.

 

[Planespotter]

Also keep in mind that for both of those guys FRET BUZZ was a is/was a big part of their sound.

You can't completely get there with any pedal. These guys have/had no problem getting physical with a bass with slammed down action and fresh roundwound strings.

But, yeah, the YYZ will put you over the top, I think.

This!!