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Multi-fx vs single pedal predicament

#21
I should also note that I don't expect to actually like the majority of the effects in a multi-fx unit. My main priority is that I can find at least 1 or 2 models in each category that I really like. The idea is to 'replace' a few individual pedals, not a monstrous 100 effect pedal board. In reality, I would NOT allow myself to buy more than 2 of any single type of pedal. If I can _replace_ 5-$100 pedals, then the multi-fx unit already paid for itself.

Relating to individual pedals, is there any way to wire them all up to a central hub/switch that will allow you to change the pedal order without physically doing so? i.e. have pedals A-B-C-D in a preconfigured switch that will allow you to switch between various pedal orders of choice: A-B-D-C, D-A-B-C, B-A-D-C, etc...
 
#22
There are switchers that can rearrage the pedal order. But they're MIDI controllable, so now you need a MIDI foot controller to change the patches in the switcher. There's at least one smallish 4 loop MIDI switcher they're around $200, plus probably $50 or more for a simple up/down MIDI patch changer.

Again, note the BOSS GT-10B includes one effects loop which you can control the bypass and position of. It also includes MIDI control, you can configure which MIDI PC# is sent by each patch in the GT-10B so you could use an external MIDI compatible switcher along with the GT-10B to provide even more control over pedals attached to the effects loop.

So, you could use a GT-10B, harness whatever effects you enjoy in that unit (totally usable compression, modulation, delay, synth, and more), and add a few additional pedals in the effects loop. Control those pedals manually, or use MIDI switcher and have the GT-10B control it all on a patch-by-patch basis for you.
 
#23
JaggedBass said:
I should also note that I don't expect to actually like the majority of the effects in a multi-fx unit. My main priority is that I can find at least 1 or 2 models in each category that I really like. The idea is to 'replace' a few individual pedals, not a monstrous 100 effect pedal board. In reality, I would NOT allow myself to buy more than 2 of any single type of pedal. If I can _replace_ 5-$100 pedals, then the multi-fx unit already paid for itself.

Relating to individual pedals, is there any way to wire them all up to a central hub/switch that will allow you to change the pedal order without physically doing so? i.e. have pedals A-B-C-D in a preconfigured switch that will allow you to switch between various pedal orders of choice: A-B-D-C, D-A-B-C, B-A-D-C, etc...
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I dont think too many people like MOST effects on the multis, its rather, are there enough effects that you WILL like. For the M13 or M9 im pretty sure there are enough effects worth using. If there are 3 or 4, you've paid for the multifx.
I think people try to do too much with a multifx...because they CAN..and then find themselves kicking on some bizzare saved setting which you might only use rarely
 
#25
saxman_singcan said:
Another pro to singles is that as your tastes change, you can swap out pedals as you please. (and if you buy them used, you can usually sell them for the same price.)
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This is very true. I had an OC-3 for a few years, and I did like it... just didn't use it that much. I traded it straight up for a mint Fulltone OCD! Speaking of overdrives... while the ODB-3 can be very distinctive, it can do normal overdrive if you turn down the treble. I think it can do a lot of what the Fulltone Bassdrive does, in a less transparent manner. The Bassdrive sounds more like you and your bass, just overdriven.

I would get the SA Bass Distortion Pro and an M9/M13. That should be more than enough flexibility for the genres you listed, and for geeking out on your own :D
 

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