Bass Distortion
Bass Distortion
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 New MXR M84 Bass Fuzz Deluxe Guitar Pedal  US $119.95
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 Soundblox Pro Bass Multiwave Distortion custom expression control Source Audio US $200.00
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 Aguilar Agro Bass Overdrive Pedal US $150.00
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 DigiTech XBD Bass Driver Overdrive Pedal US $35.00
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 Xotic Bass BB Preamp Distortion Pedal US $84.00
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 NEW DUNLOP MXR M 80 DIRECT BOX w DISTORTION PEDAL w FREE CABLE 0$ US SHIPPING US $139.99
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 MXR M84 BASS FUZZ DELUXE EFFECTS PEDAL FREE POWER SUPPLY US $129.99
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 Digitech XBD Bass Driver Overdrive Distortion PEDAL US $34.99
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 Behringer Bass Synthesizer BSY600 US $35.00
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 AGUILAR TLC BASS COMPRESSOR PEDAL US $117.50
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 BOSS ODB 3 US $45.00
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 Tech 21 Red Ripper US $80.00
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 Electro Harmonix Bass Big Muff Pi BRAND NEW FROM DEALER FREE SH IN US US $83.10
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 FULLTONE BASS DRIVE V2 BASS OVERDRIVE DISTORTION PEDAL BASSDRIVE HANDWIRED US $340.00
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 MXR M80 Bass DI Pedal US $139.99
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 Gig FX VOD 3 STAGE Distortion Pedal US $149.00
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 Boss ME 20B Bass Multiple Effects US $219.00
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 Tech 21 Red Ripper Bass Fuzz Distortion Effect Pedal Stompbox FREE 10 CABLE US $189.00
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 Tech 21 SansAmp VT V2 Bass Overdrive Pedal FREE 6 Patch Cable NEW US $169.00
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 Boss ODB3 Bass Overdrive Pedal US $109.00
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 Electro Harmonix Enigma Envelope Filter Bass Effects Pe US $192.75
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 New Tech 21 v2 SansAmp VT Bass Pedal Version 2 US $169.00
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 Digitech BP90 Bass Guitar Multi Effects Processor Pedal US $99.95
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![New Digitech BP355 Bass Multi FX Pedal w USB Interface 4794]](http://www.psrmusicgroup.com/images/e/130682216312_0.jpg) New Digitech BP355 Bass Multi FX Pedal w USB Interface 4794] US $199.95
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 Tech 21 VT Bass Character Series Pedal NEW US $169.00
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 Tech 21 SansAmp Character Series VT Bass Deluxe Distortion Effects Pedal US $269.00
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 AGUILAR AGRO BASS OVERDRIVE EFFECTS PEDALS NEW US $178.99
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 Tech 21 SansAmp Character Series VT Bass Deluxe US $269.00
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 Tech 21 SansAmp Bass Driver DI Bass Guitar Stompbox Pedal FREE 10 Cable NEW US $199.00
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 Amptweaker Bass TightDrive Overdrive Pedal US $179.99
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A Brief History Of The Bass Guitar
The bass guitar has been derived from the double bass, which was used in the late 1950's. Having 4 strings, these instruments add the lower tones to a musical performance. Experimentation with the bass had started as early as the 1920's. It wasn't until the 50's however, that a proper bass instrument was formed.
In the mid 20th century jazz became popular. As double bass's were used those days, they were often not heard due to the lack of amplification. The drums, banjos and other instruments in the band drowned out the sound of the bass. Until the 1950 when the first electric bass came into existence with modern amplification techniques.
The bass guitar is played like all guitars with the player holding it close to his body in a horizontal position. The strings are plucked with hand or with the plectrum. In the 1970's, the slapping technique became popular.
Today, the bass guitar ranges from 4 strings up to 11 strings. The 5, 6 and 7 strings providing the mid range while the 11 string starts from a lower than human hearing going up to a very high active. Electric bass guitar players use various configurations. These changes are made by using preamplifiers and speaker sets. Signal processors are also varied to provide new soundscapes.
In night clubs, combo amplifiers are used. These amplifiers are fixed with single loud speakers to make them portable and effective.
The body of the instrument can be of wood or graphite. A wide range of finishing is applied to make it look good. IT can be colored or simply clear white. The work done on the body is fine engineering and delicate balances have to be maintained.
A hot debate rages on what to call this instrument. For non musicians, the term bass guitar is common, while hard core players like to call it electric bass or simple electric bass. Slowly but surely however, this instrument has gathered a large following which likes to use its own jargon.
The electric bass is a part of modern country music, post 1970 jazz and funk. Used mainly to provide backing, it adds a depth to the music. This instrument has added a whole new color to our musical pleasure. In sole music particularly, the bass guitar is effective.
Are sound effects used? Well, yes and no. As the bass guitar sets the tone for the rest of the band, sound effects are not often used, unlike electric guitars. Modern bands however have started experimenting with distortion units to add a new flavor to the bass and low key that they provide behind the music.
As we go into a new century, electric bass's become more and more popular. All bands use it today to add a subtle background. Many groups like U2 even use it to give a haunted feeling increasing emotional attachment with the music. Newer techniques have made this instrument a crucial part of any musical group today.
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What is the best bass distortion/fuzz/overdrive--muse esk?
Ive heard of colorsound,e.harmonics bass pi, blackstar tube distortion ect... Im hoping there is a single pedal that can give the clear,punchy fuzz Im looking for.
I use a Electro harmonix pedal its called the Double Muff, but theres also the russian muff pi, big muff pi and several other muffs. All sound to have silly names, but i know for a fact the Double muff sounds very, very nice.
Some of them are guitar pedals, like the double muff, but it works just the same on bass. sounds pretty musey too 
, sounds better than on the demo.
plus, its only £34 now - on Gak, guitar amp keyboard, great, very reliable music site
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