Zoom B6 Multi-Effects Processor for Electric Bass

The Zoom B6 is a multi-effects processor crafted to provide a wide array of sonic options for both electric and acoustic bass players. It brings the renowned sounds of Zoom into the 2020s, featuring user-friendly controls, high-quality audio, looping capabilities, rhythmic patterns, numerous input/output options, USB audio interface connectivity, and support for visually impaired users.

A variety of DI types, amplifier models, cabinet impulse responses, and preamp emulations are available, all recorded at 88.2 kHz to maintain high-frequency fidelity whenever feasible. Utilize the 4.3-inch touchscreen and footswitches to configure your ideal sound, or follow the instructions of the command system designed for visually impaired users; every aspect has been carefully considered for user comfort and tonal quality. The independent variable-Z inputs allow for smooth transitions between active and passive bass instruments. Sound can be directed to headphones, amplifiers, and line-level outputs.

Features

• Zoom’s new analog circuit in the DI section improves the low frequencies of your instrument
• With an 88.2 kHz effects processor, the B6 remains pristinely free of unwanted aliasing distortion.
• Zoom modeled four iconic preamps for this unit. Two tube emulations are on hand: one with rich harmonics, the other with a clear attack and a tight low end. Two solid-state modes are also on hand: one offering sharp tones, subtle compression, and low-end preservation for piezo pickups, the other offering an absolutely clean timbre with little distortion.
• Separate inputs allow you to A/B switch from electric bass to synth or acoustic bass, and back again. Both inputs let you change the impedance from 1 to 10 megohms, giving you a cleaner tone for upright basses equipped with piezo pickups.
• The B6 features 11 classic zoom amp models in history, as well as two brand new amp algorithms.
• The B6 provides simulations of 12 classic bass cabinets, each with three variations based on mic positioning.
• The 4.3″ color touchscreen lets you drag, drop, and rearrange effects to build the perfect signal chain in seconds.

4 Play Modes

• Effect Board
  • This mode provides a visual representation of your pedal chain. By clicking the assigned foot switch, you can turn on or off an effect in your patch.
• Bank/Patch
  • This mode lets you scroll up and down through your Banks and Patches by clicking the corresponding foot switch.
• Memory
  • Ideal for organizing your patches for performances, the Memory Mode allows the footswitches to activate one of the 4 patches in each bank.
• Looper
  • Use the Looper to add layers to your sound.

Brand New Amp Emulations

• Sun CB
  • This model offers clean bass and bright high frequencies.
• Monotone
  • A solid-state combo amp perfect for jazz, this emulation features a round low midrange with a calm overall tone.

Preamp and FX Emulation

• Clear Drive
  • This original ZOOM Clear DRV preamp uses a linear phase filter in the distortion path. As a result, phase interference is eliminated during dry mixing, providing a clear drive.
• Super Low Preamp
  • A ZOOM original preamp for super-low sound. Using missing-fundamental acoustic science, SpLoPre is equipped with a bass enhancer, which emphasizes the low end of every note. With a Lo EQ and a minus-one-octave sound, a super-low-end tone is produced.
• Djent Preamp
  • An original ZOOM preamp recommended for Djent sounds. This preamp combines an undistorted low-end with a strongly distorted high-end to provide a crisp, intense distortion even with a down-tuned 5-string bass.
• 1073 Preamp
  • A thick, warm sound of a vintage mic preamp with transformer distortion.
• Solid Preamp
  • Modeled after a console’s solid-state mic preamp, the SolidPre delivers tight sounding harmonics with the ultralow frequencies cut out.
• Bass Analog Octave
  • ZOOM’s original octaver using an algorithm based on the operating principle of analog octavers.
• Bass Standard Synth
  • ZOOM’s original bass synthesizer sound with adjustable filtering details.
• Bass Synth Talk
  • This effect produces a synthesizer sound similar to a talking modulator.