Bass players can enjoy the same core processing muscle and flexibility of the GT-10 in a specially made sibling: the GT-10B, optimized for the low-frequency domain. The massive power of BOSS’s latest DSP engine and COSM sound-modeling know-how are integrated to provide the most creative and essential features for bass. With Parallel Chain, Phrase Loop, a
The second new offering in the ME series is the ME-20B, a powerful multi-effects unit optimized for live performance. With the same performance-based design as its guitar-focused ME-20 counterpart, the ME-20B is aimed at the performing bassist who wants stage-friendly effects and solid construction at an affordable price. Mix, match, and customize a wide variety of effects, including compressor, overdrive, distortion, T-Wah, phaser, flanger, chorus, delay, reverb, defretter, synth, and more.
Performance-based bass processor for the player who wants an easy-to-use interface with BOSS tone and quality
New super-tough metal chassis with 3 footswitches, 5 realtime control knobs, and expression pedal
EZ Edit for quick sound creation
Unique effects such as Synth, Octave, Defretter, and more
BASS ENHANCE function for instant presence boost
30 user memory locations in addition to realtime operation
Multi-Effects Made Simple BOSS understands that bass players want access to powerful effects, but they don’t want to get caught up in the menus and programming hassles of a multi-effects processor. Enter the ME-50B. Just like its guitar-oriented sibling, the new ME-50B puts BOSS’ finest multi-effects for bass into a convenient floor processor with the feel of a compact pedal. Forget about menus and cursor buttons. Just reach down and twist a knob!
Independent COSM Compressor/Limiter and EQ Everyone knows that the fundamentals of good bass tone are compression and EQ. That’s why the ME-50B features two dedicated sections for these essential effects. The Compressor/Limiter uses advanced COSM modeling—including a “Natural” compression setting that retains the nuances of your playing—to give you tight, punchy tone. Simply select the compressor “Type” and adjust the Sustain/Threshold knob to get the tone you want. The Master section includes a 3-band EQ with a sweepable mid for precise tonal shaping.
Get Creative with Cool Filter/Tone Effects The ME-50B includes a variety of unique tone-shaping effects just for bass. These include a handy “Octave Up” effect, which adds a note one octave above the original while retaining your natural bass sound—complete with adjustable drive on the octave-shifted note—plus favorites like Slow Gear, T-Wah and a Defretter effect for instant fretless sounds. Using the Tone effect preset, you can get quick tonal variations with preset EQs like “Bottom Boost” and “Mid Shape.”
Incredibly Warm Overdriven Sounds and More Want some extra bite? Switch on the ME-50B’s Drive effects, which include settings like “Muff Fuzz,” “Bass Driver,” “Natural” and “Metal” to give you a range of overdriven/distorted sounds. A new “Hi Band” effect creates a distorted sound on the high frequencies while keeping the lower frequencies intact—perfect for creating complex tones while keeping your original playing dynamics. There are also four synth bass sounds with superb tracking and natural feel.
Sound On Sound with a Twist Sound On Sound recording is very popular with guitarists, and now bass players can build their own loops, too. But the ME-50B can do even more. Using the new Kick Drum function, players can tap in their own kick drum and create loops over the beat. If that’s not enough, check out the new Sound Hold function, which lets you endlessly sustain a low note while playing over it. With the ME-50B, bassists can take their playing to a whole new level.
A Bass Player’s Dream Come True. The BOSS ME-50B puts world-class bass effects in a rugged floor unit with easy pedal-style control. Effects are divided into six sections—Compressor/Limiter, Master, Filter/Tone, Drive/Synth, Delay/Modulation and Expression Pedal—giving bassists a range of unique and powerful tones including new effects like Sound Hold, Octave Up and Kick Drum. Effects can be edited using 23 knobs and controlled via three built-in footswitches and an assignable expression pedal. This is the piece no bass player should be without!
Floor-based bass multi-effects processor with easy analog control
Killer COSM® Compressor/Limiter and Drive effects, plus T-Wah, Slow Gear and Defretter
Innovative Sound Hold function for sustaining a low note while playing on top
Sound On Sound recording with new Kick Drum effect for keeping time
Dedicated knobs for each effect section—no menu-surfing!
Easy Tone effects with Preset EQ templates for quick tone editing
3 footswitches and onboard expression pedal routed to 6 options like Octave, Wah, etc.
Looking for just the right sound? Check out the new AX3B multi-effect processor. This on-the-floor, foot-switchable unit contains an array of 57 realistic effect types powered by Korg’s proprietary “REMS” modeling technology. Want a studio’s worth of great amps, cabinets, modulation and delay/reverb effects and more? The AX3B is easy-to-use and delivers a sound quality that will satisfy beginners and pros alike. Plus, this little powerhouse will fit comfortably into the pocket of your gig bag and will run on batteries, so in addition to playing live on stage, it’s an ideal choice for quick rehearsals, warm-ups or even to help pass the time while traveling in the van. Now you can enjoy great bass sound wherever you are.
Introducing the AX5B modeling signal processors – a compact modeling effects processors with professional grade effects quality, a built-in expression pedal, and much more! The AX5B contain 58 modeling effects powered by Korg's proprietary “REMS” modeling technology, including a wide range of amps, cabinets, modulation, and delay/reverb. Not only does the AX5B pack a wide variety of essential effects into a compact processor, but they also boast the same quality of effects as our top-of-the-line AX3000B. The AX5B features a built-in expression pedal that can be used to control volume, wah, or many other effect parameters, giving you a virtually limitless range of possibilities. With easy operation that will have even a beginner playing great sounds right away, a compact size that slips easily into the pocket of your gig bag, and the flexibility of battery-powered operation, this unit makes it easy for you to enjoy top-level bass sound in any situation.
V-Guitar System for Bass, Dual Core COSM Engine + MIDI conversion
Dual independent signal paths
The VB-99 sports dual independent signal paths, which greatly expands the sonic possibilities of this system. The two paths can be assigned to two distinct sounds (patches), and mixed and layered as desired. Sounds can be blended with a single knob, and even split or switched via playing dynamics. Imagine setting up a patch in which an electric bass morphs into a synth sound when you really dig in... or assigning an overdriven amp sound to your low B and E strings, and a lush, string-type sound to your A, D and G strings. The soundscapes are almost endless... and it’s only possible with the VB-99 and its companion GK-3B pickup (which installs on most standard steel-string basses).
Expressive possibilities
In addition to more than twice the number of patches — including everything from classic and modern basses, to acoustic instruments, and the widest range of amps and effects — the VB-99 offers greater expressive possibilities thanks to a D BEAM Controller, a Ribbon Controller, and String Modeling.
D BEAM The assignable D BEAM controller allows a bassist to control his sound through hand gestures through an infrared beam of light. It’s a great way to generate inspiring tones and wow an audience.
Ribbon Controller The onboard Ribbon controller is much like those found on keyboard synthesizers — perfect for tweaking a patch or getting just the right filter setting on a bass synth sound.
V-LINK V-LINK is Roland’s proprietary format for controlling external video equipment, so visionary bassists can create soundscapes beyond just the music.
String Modeling String Modeling is new to the VB-99, enabling to convert "Round Wound" strings to "Flat Wound" or "Black Nylon" for enhanced bass performance.
A simple intuitive interface
Of course, all the V-Bass’ power would mean nothing if it wasn’t supremely easy to use in the widest variety of settings. That’s why the VB-99 incorporates a large, bright 240 x 64 dot LCD, with tons of helpful graphics. There are also dedicated knobs and buttons for all major functions. So you can go from tweaking an amp model to adjusting global settings within seconds.
Bassist friendly features
Since the introduction of the original V-Bass, players around the world have given us some great feedback. As a result, the VB-99’s new “bassist-friendly” features include a BASS DIRECT input/output, for sending your normal bass output unchanged through the VB-99 — or blending it with the onboard sounds as desired. There’s also an XLR output with ground lift switch for “going direct,” either live or in the studio. Speaking of live, the VB-99 can be controlled with an optional foot controller, like the Roland FC-300, and it can be conveniently rack-mounted using an optional adaptor.
Perfect for modern recording setups
With the VB-99’s built-in USB audio/MIDI streaming capability, modern musicians can take full advantage of computer-based setups. Just connect a single USB cable from the back of the V-Bass directly to your Mac or PC. Then trigger other sounds (via MIDI) or record your V-Bass (via USB audio) using your DAW software and plug-ins (sold separately). Roland’s V-Bass editing software (free downloadable) even lets you edit and save V-Bass sounds right from your computer.
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Today, we are proud to introduce the all-new V-Bass VB-99, which delivers three times the sonic firepower of the original model! Based on an all-new custom processing engine and 10 years of R&D, the V-Bass serves up a wide range of inspiring new COSM bass and amplifier models, powerful polyphonic effects, new String Modeling technology, dual independent signal paths for blending sounds, new controllers, and a host of thoughtíul improvements that bassists demanded. Better still, it's al1 packaged in a smaller, more convenient format that's ideal for both tabletop recording and on-stage use.
Zoom ZFX-3 24-bit/96kHz digital multi-effects processor 46 Effects types / 8 Modules 40kHz frequency response Built in drum machine Harmonized pitch shifter 13 amp/pedal modeling sets 80 patches (40 user defined and 40 preset patches) Operates on 4 AA batteries or included AC power adapter (AD-0006D)
The fundamental frequencies of an electric bass are about 40 to 600 Hz, but harmonics go all the way up to the ultrasonic frequency range. Many conventional pedal effects make the low end sound thin and lifeless. This usually is not only because of insufficient response in that range, but also because the harmonics are not handled properly. The B2 series from ZOOM makes such problems history. 24-bit resolution and a sampling frequency of 96 kHz ensure signal processing power on a par with the best rack-mount devices. The dynamic, wide-range bass signal retains its full impact, and the result is clear, powerful sound that remains a distinct presence also when playing in a band ensemble.
The fundamental frequencies of an electric bass are about 40 to 600 Hz, but harmonics go all the way up to the ultrasonic frequency range. Many conventional pedal effects make the low end sound thin and lifeless. This usually is not only because of insufficient response in that range, but also because the harmonics are not handled properly. The B2 series from ZOOM makes such problems history. 24-bit resolution and a sampling frequency of 96 kHz ensure signal processing power on a par with the best rack-mount devices. The dynamic, wide-range bass signal retains its full impact, and the result is clear, powerful sound that remains a distinct presence also when playing in a band ensemble.
