Zoom b3 patch Ideas

[Robertillo]

I have a question that has probably been discussed at some point during the thread, but just 'cos I'm lazy

I am currently working on a project where I mainly play a 5 string active bass, however, there are some things I prefer to play on a 4, all my 4's being passive.

I really don't want to bend down and flick the active/passive switch when changing basses and also start having to worry about changing levels. I was thinking of placing an independent pre on the board just for when using a passive, but I would rather save the space (and money ). So I am thinking of just using the first effect in line of the B3 to equal the gains between the basses.

I know I will have to play around with levels before I find the perfect setting, but I am wondering what effect you would pick for this task?


(in case it makes any difference, my signal chain would be: Bass > Tuner > Compressor > Zoom B3 > Meatbox > DI to FOH > HPF > Amp. )

There's plenty of amp effects on the B3 you can use for that. Since you are using an external compressor, you just need to boost the clean signal with the least amount of coloration; maybe the Bass Booster with high volume, and trying a low gain level? Or the Bass Pre?

 

[Donee_G]

hello.. can someone get slap setting for this song?



Thanks a lot ^^

 

[musicman7722]

Great Thread

 

[Crystalman85]

Great Thread

Thanks...feel free if you have some patch ideas of your own.

 

[Crimstein]

This is a patch i created just minutes ago...i wanted to create a sound somehow close to Accept's bass tone in the last albums.

Metal Grit

Section 1: MComp: threshold: 14, ratio: 4, attack: 7, level: 100

Section 2: t-scream: gain: 31, tone: 50, level: 70, balance: 36

Section 3: BassDrive: level: 100, blend: 60, treble: 3, bass: 4, gain: 41, presence: -2, mid: 3

Preferably a pbass with pick will sound even better for the specific sound

Let me know what you think about that patch...

 

[RickRussell]

Hi,

does anyone have a B3 patch that replicates a cello? or close as possible? thanks.

 

[bigthemat]

searched but couldn't find anything. Anyone have a good wooly mammoth patch? Or even something close to the grit that Robert Sledge got with his muff on the early Ben Folds stuff. As always, you guys rock and appreciate all these great ideas

 

[LowActionHero]

So, I'm still fighting GAS for an EHX Freeze, even tho the cheapish one I saw for sale is gone now. Anyone experiment with making something similar on the B3?
This will be my weekend project, but I'm stuck at work for 5 more hours, and really anxious to give it a try.

 

[jwilson67]

Anybody got some quick ideas for 80's bass synth patches? My band is doing Thriller and the Ghostbusters theme this Saturday and none of the specific synth models are doing it for me so far.

 

[LowActionHero]

I created a patch that closely duplicates the idiot box blower box bass distortion pedal.

Stupid heavy

Section 1: squeak: gain: 75, tone: 40, level: 90, balance: 17

Section 2: bottom b: bass: 5, treble: 3, level: 50

Section 3: svt: bass:4, mid:3, treble: -2, midfq:300hz, gain:30, level: 30, ultra: both, cab: E 4x10, mix:50

I know I'm late to the party, but THANK YOU. You saved me $109!!

But seriously, you guys do good work, thanks for sharing!

 

[mdalamond]

Anyone have any patch ideas for Believer from Imagine Dragons?

 

[Siegfried17]

Anyone have any patch ideas for Pungent Stench Blood, Pus And Gastric Juice?

 

[Rafolix]

Dear friends,
Any idea about how to get the DOD Envelope Filter with teh B3?
Thank you for your help

 

[Rafolix]

And you would make my day if you give me any clue about how to sound like John Paul Jones in The Lemon Song.

Thanks a lot again.

 

[yosafatagape]

hello i am from indonesia and i really want learning about using bass pedals. And several time ago, i buying zoom b3n in music store. i looking up inside b3n is any effect or amp not same in zoom b3. can i using maybe zoom b3 patch i using inside b3n? or maybe any suggestions for me? help me hahaha. thanks for attention. i give big respect for all of you.

 

[jking138]

I own a B3 but haven't played with the B3n. I think it has a few different effects but I'm sure you could try some of the B3 patches on it. You even get an extra couple of slots with the B3n

 

[iSteen]

How do you use the various compressors n the B3? Can it be used instead of a dedicated compressor?

 

[rlro]

How do you use the various compressors n the B3? Can it be used instead of a dedicated compressoThey a?

They are not great, but decent enough. I personally think the compressors on B3 are even better than on B3n (although, generally speaking the B3n is way better, imo). Almost always the compressor goes first in my chain.

 

[Guiseppe]

How do you use the various compressors n the B3? Can it be used instead of a dedicated compressor?

Hi iSteen. The compressor patches on the B3 are decent - if you don't have a particular favorite compressor pedal already, it is certainly worth using one of your slots. It's a great way to learn the different thoughts on different types of compressor technology! Do I think that the B3 compressors are as good as a $300 boutique compressor? Nope. But then again, I don't think most people can distinguish compression, nor even know what it is! Here's the bottom line: Compression is used to even out your attack while playing your bass. If the compression available on the B3 is good enough that YOU feel your playing is better, then it's of benefit!

Note: I usually only use compression and the ZNR noise gate, with a little boost when necessary. So, my two patches I predominantly use are

Pos 1: Compressor. I usually use the 160 Comp.
Pos 2: Boost. I like the Exciter or Splitter patch, depending on the song.
Pos 3: ZNR. Make sure you set Detect to guitar in.

I do my EQ on my basses (passive Fender Jazz w/ Audere preamps). That saves you a slot and puts the EQ at your fingertips.

 

[yosafatagape]

I own a B3 but haven't played with the B3n. I think it has a few different effects but I'm sure you could try some of the B3 patches on it. You even get an extra couple of slots with the B3n

how about b3 effect not exist in b3n? like heaven or metalwrld, i think any effect in b3 not exist in b3n? and can i still try b3 patches and b3 effect insert to b3n?