A DI out. Paste as plain text instead, × You can post now and register later. Gold Supporters see zero ads! Anyone own a Zoom B1 Four, B3 or B3n? Anyone own a Zoom B1 Four, B3 or B3n? Music Rooms. P.S.   Your previous content has been restored. I picked up a Four X, having gotten pretty used to the Zoom way and sound having had a B1Xon that did me well until I dropped it. View and Download Zoom B1 FOUR quick manual online. Casa Musical Delgado - Instrumentos Musicales Hey guys, I've been messing around with my B1-on for a while, and I'm really liking the sheer tonal versatility of it, but to my ears it adds some pretty obvious digital noise, everything I play seems like it has some level of bitcrushed overtones added to it, especially at extreme EQ settings. Zoom B1X FOUR Pdf User Manuals. Upload or insert images from URL. Support FAQ Site Rules Advertising Jobs More . A separate pedal for each function is the only way I can see using all those (amp sim, compressor, overdrive, modulation, ambience) functions. Its 24-bit AD/DA conversion offers excellent dynamic range. B1 FOUR controller pdf manual download. Discussion in 'Effects [BG]' started by Crystalman85, May 30, 2019. Fyi no noise issues for me at all with the B3N with an isolated supply. At £68 that makes it an incredible value multifx headphone amp. Multi-Effects Processor. + Modulation depth on the DUAL delay can be adjusted; and if you don't want two delays, you can just turn the volume on one of them down. I really appreciate it. For the money, it's almost a no brainer! +1 on the high praise for the Zoom B1X Four. I recently picked one up used from another TB'er and I love this thing. It'll be better than the B1on for certain effects, it should contain the Darkglass models from the B3n for one, also I think the amp models on the B3n are a step up from the previous generation, I couldn't get a decent overdriven SVT from the B3/B1on. I’m on my second  B1-on. It is a PITA to programme any digital multi … Forums. Like you I managed to make a pretty quiet ‘clean’ patch which was created by delicately balancing the pre and effects (tend to use reverb) and also the limiter. most of the time i just sit on my bed playing, but sometimes go in to other rooms. The Zoom B1X FOUR’s onboard drum machine lets you play your bass to 68 different drum patterns in a variety of time signatures, such as 4/4, 3/4, and more. I quite like the look of the GCE-3 as well. Effect Types and Parameters B1 FOUR / B1X FOUR [ DYNAMICS ] DYN Comp This is a simulation of the MXR Dyna Comp. 4 x. At most, I will place my Top 3 patches next to each other and patch up or down to adjacent patches with the footpedal. Zoom B1X FOUR Multi-Effects Bass Guitar Pedal. Also for: B1x four, G1 four, G1x four. I can't really 'justify' getting based on my lack of gig use of my existing pedals, however for the money it's almost a no brainer. I the actual sound processing better then the B1on? Here's a review and a demo of some of the features of the Zoom B1X Four. Is it worth upgrading my B1Xon for this? Fine for what i needed but it seemed like i was just duplicating what i had already, so sent it back. $27.50 0 – 10 ATTCK Sets compressor attack speed to FAST or SLOW. Read honest and unbiased product reviews from our users. Hey guys, I've been messing around with my B1-on for a while, and I'm really liking the sheer tonal versatility of it, but to my ears it adds some pretty obvious digital noise, everything I play seems like it has some level of bitcrushed overtones added to it, especially at extreme EQ settings. $109.99. 1 comment. And looks a lot of fun, particularly with the expression pedal. Zoom B1X FOUR Pdf User Manuals. Just a couple of years learning the bass. The Four seems to have that covered as all four controls are analogue (OK they may be rotary encoders rather than analogue pots, but they are physical knobs). Quick Links. View online or download Zoom B1X FOUR Operation Manual, Quick Manual The real feature I like is the Editing software. The Zoom B1X FOUR take your low-end to new heights with over 70 effects and amp models, looper and a built-in rhythm section. I'm with Dave_bass5, the B1on is just so portable. Log in or sign up to leave a comment Log In Sign Up. Seems perfect for a lot of occasions. 5mm input for mobile devices and media players, and a combined amp/headphone output. + But Zoom's generic tape delay sounds very good, and the EP-3 gain boost is available separately (at the cost of another slot). The Zoom B1X Four takes your low-end to new heights with over 70 effects and amp models, looper and a built-in rhythm section. ;) It is capable of doing a lot of things. Thanks Ped. When i practice i always have my ipad plugged in to the B1 (or Spectradrive sometimes) so any noise created by the converters is masked anyway. Lots of great sounds -- Zoom really did their homework when choosing what to emulate in this unit. 50% Upvoted. Shop My Details . B1on. Hardly worth bothering about but annoying when you notice it, and a bit annoying that you can't use many of the models because of it. Bass Effects Pedal with Expression Pedal. Biggest issue is that the floor is pretty far away : ) Reading glasses (which I couldn't function in for playing live) would help that but f*#k everything else. - The modulation on Zoom's EP-3 delay is obtrusive and stepped too. Bottom line would be battery power. With an expression pedal for live adjustment of volume, wah, and effects, the Zoom B1X FOUR multi-effects pedal makes it easy to craft expressive bass tones. 0 comments. For the price and size I still think it's excellent and worthy of a spot in my travel bass gig bag. Zoom B1X Four Pedal Products June 13, 2020 May 26, 2020 Making Music The Zoom B1X FOU R’s onboard drum machine lets you play your bass to 68 different drum patterns in a variety of time signatures, such as 4/4, 3/4, and more. I only ever use the B1on with batteries. Completely agree, particularly the MS-60B in my experience. X is for Xpression For added control, the B1X FOUR features an expression pedal that can adjust effects, such as volume, wah, delay and pitch. Why do you use the B1-on in preference to the B3n? However, I do want a small unit, so didn't want to move to the B3n. Help. Well-Known Member. Clear editor. Zoom B1X FOUR Multi-Effects Bass Guitar Pedal. Plus, access ZOOM Guitar Lab’s additional library of downloadable effects. Joined May 9, 2020 Messages 219 Reaction score 727. Zoom B1X Four to kompaktowy multiefekt przeznaczony do gitary basowej. The first was fine but i too found it a bit noisier than the B3. I am new to effects in general and my first purchase is the B1X Four. ;) It is capable of doing a lot of things. COMBO POWER AMP Use when connected to an ordinary combo amp return. $109.99. Plus, access Zoom Guitar Lab's additional library of downloadable effects. Forums Calendar Staff More . Also for: B1x four, G1 four, G1x four. It has 46 effects, 13 different amp/stomp box emulators, the ability to play through headphones, the added drum machine and also featured is a built in chromatic tuner. Also I like ability to feed it from mobile charger. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Do you have a B1on to compare it to? Patchlist - Upload patch - Request patch For me, the MS-60B is fine for gigging but it would be nice to be able to switch patches either way (the MS-60B you can only move forward to the next patch), and be slightly less fiddly to change individual effect parameters. In my opinion, Zoom has got this category cornered. The unit runs on four AA batteries, giving you up to 18 hours of run time. Well-Known Member. I've been using a B1on for years, gigging, and had no issues with durability and noise, I actually bought a B3 and quickly moved it on, it sounded exactly the same but was a lot bulkier (couldn't get in my hard Bass case) before that I had a 506 MkII which I retired when the input jack became dodgy. $27.50 Not much, but it's there. You won't get anything better for that price, nothing beats Zoom's digital multi effects at their price point, and in my personal opinion the effects sound better then on the more expensive Boss digital multi effect. B1Xon. I have aB3n but never use it. Discussion in 'Effects [BG]' started by Jkk17, Aug 25, 2019. Bass Effects Pedal. I do love the DK models in the B3n, it would be nice to have them for messing around with. Read honest and unbiased product reviews from our users. hide. The B1X Four (and the B1 Four for that matter) will give you possibilities for modeling your bass sound that'll keep you busy for months if you don't watch out.   Your link has been automatically embedded. Plus, access ZOOM Guitar Lab’s additional library of downloadable effects. ... Zoom Corporation 4-4-3 Kanda-surugadai Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0062, Japan T … View and Download Zoom B1 FOUR quick manual online. share. You won't get anything better for that price, nothing beats Zoom's digital multi effects at their price point, and in my personal opinion the effects in their never models like the B1X Four sound better than those in the more expensive Boss digital multi effect. It has 46 effects, 13 different amp/stomp box emulators, the ability to play through headphones, the added drum machine and also featured is a built in chromatic tuner. Quick Links. Zoom B1/B1X Four; Request patch; Support. The Zoom B1X FOUR’s onboard drum machine lets you play your bass to 68 different drum patterns in a variety of time signatures, such as 4/4, 3/4, and more. I'm interested in the new one if it's less noisy. B1 FOUR controller pdf manual download. It's got the DSP of the B3n, rather than the older chips present in the previous generation B3 and MS-60B (and I assume the B1on too?). In my opinion, Zoom has got this category cornered. However it doesn’t stop me thinking how great it would be to have a perfect sounding version. X and non-X version effects are compatible. Or maybe I could stuff batteries in the VB99 . The B1x employs Zoom’s ZFX-3 DSP chip and a 96kHz sampling rate to deliver amazingly accurate models of tube harmonics. My guess is that the Four indicates the  4 rotary controls. × I've decided that I can't *use* multifx pedals live no matter what they sound like. Woodinblack, February 12, 2019 in Effects, https://www.zoom-na.com/products/guitar-bass-effects/bass/zoom-b1-four-b1x-four-bass-multi-effects-processors, This seems like an ideal thing for a small pedalboard, with 5 effects (not sure what the 4 is for), Has it been out a while and I just missed it? Copyright © All the good names are taken ltd. There’s still some digital noise at the end of a long note as it starts to decay but hardly an issue for the price of the thing. B1 FOUR / B1X FOUR. Thread starter SkyMonkey; Start date Nov 27, 2020; SkyMonkey. So I'll be interested in the thoughts on the B1 Four. Thomann have it as in stock in 6-7 weeks so must be new. I really only use one amp/cab set up, I don’t use the effects as such, but i do  use the pitch shifter for learning songs in other keys (not a great tone, but good enough for me to learn with). No point having a bass and rig that you're really happy with and then your sound mucked up by a £40 pedal. Interesting. The B1x employs Zoom’s ZFX-3 DSP chip and a 96kHz sampling rate to deliver amazingly accurate models of tube harmonics. The B1X Four (and the B1 Four for that matter) will give you possibilities for modeling your bass sound that'll keep you busy for months if you don't watch out. The real feature I like is the Editing software. Added parameters allow you to adjust the tone and the compressor attack speed. Patchlist - Upload patch - Request patch Bit annoying actually! ;) It is capable of doing a lot of things. The BASSment. Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Zoom B1 FOUR Bass Guitar Multi-Effects Processor Pedal, With 60+ Built-in effects, Amp Modeling, Looper, Rhythm Section, Tuner, Battery Powered at Amazon.com. ), Flatwound strings with the least tension in *relative* numbers. I don't like the changing of entire patches just to put some delay on it, and to work at all it has to be planned out in the banks. The Zoom B1X FOUR’s onboard drum machine lets you play your bass to 68 different drum patterns in a variety of time signatures, such as 4/4, 3/4, and more. An expression pedal for another £17 is going to make this a LOT of fun as a stand alone multi to take to rehearsals and gigs. My only real gripe with it is that you have to go into a patch or effect to change volume or EQ. In my opinion, Zoom has got this category cornered. More than 60 traditional and boutique effects, such as octaver, bass synth and fuzz. Is shielding required on a passive P-bass. Multi-Effects Processor. That's definitely worth knowing and would be a deal breaker for me. report. I really appreciate it. Other Sites Guitarchat ... FS Zoom B1x Four : SOLD £50 Orpington By PaulThePlug, December 17, 2020 in Effects For Sale. Display as a link instead, × I expected much less for £20, so it's fine - but I definitely wouldn't be happy if I found the same with amore expensive pedal/headphone unit. View online or download Zoom B1X FOUR Operation Manual, Quick Manual No playing with X or Y or Z sound and then deciding to flourish with a little delay for a moment. I have spent ages getting the quietest patch possible which is the Avalon DI model and some reverb. 0 – 100 Not saying it can't or shouldn't be done, just that I can't and shouldn't do it. This works pretty well on it, simulating having separate pedals. I use my B1-on almost every day for practising at home, but this looks much nicer. With an expression pedal for live adjustment of volume, wah, and effects, the Zoom B1X FOUR multi-effects pedal makes it easy to craft expressive bass tones. The Zoom B1X FOUR takes your low-end to new heights with over 70 effects and amp models, looper and a built-in rhythm section. Plus, access ZOOM Guitar Lab’s additional library of downloadable effects. From looking at the photos of B1 Four, I hope the buttons marked 1 to 5 will be a direct way to edit each of the five effects of the current patch. It's a fun pedal and great for beginners (I haven't been paid anything to say that! On 12/02/2019 at 11:57, Woodinblack said: On 25/03/2019 at 12:18, Chienmortbb said: Copyright © All the good names are taken ltd. Found ‘THE TONE’, now moved on to other things..... Cand Heat Audio, Cables handmade in the United Kingdom. The B1on is noisy in what sense? Very small and tidy. The larger ones that are basically single pedal boards, where you can pop up and bank and pop over a # are less of an issue there, but the size of those things kept me from shlepping the around. Its just easier than having to worry about a PSU as well. I'm quite likely to grab one of these, wish they were available sooner. Help. Its 24-bit AD/DA conversion offers excellent dynamic range. Volume Power requirements COMP/LIMIT module AC adapter 9 V DC, 300 mA (center minus plug) (ZOOM AD-0006) EFX module Push the expression pedal fully down Batteries B1/B1X Four IEC R6 (size AA) batteries, approx. The Four seems to have that covered as all four controls are analogue (OK they may be rotary encoders rather than analogue pots, but they are physical knobs). + But Zoom's generic tape delay sounds very good, and the EP-3 gain boost is available separately (at the cost of another slot). Activity All Activity More . Has anyone tried emulating Cliff Burton's tone with a zoom B1X Four ? Plus, access ZOOM Guitar Lab's additional library of downloadable effects. The B1on is digital and like many digital effects units will cause noise on the power line if you don’t use a truly isolated power supply. Its basically the B3n with fewer buttons and plastic. And finally I've found the way to load effects from G1/A1 which expanded usability even further. COMBO POWER AMP Use when connected to an ordinary combo amp return. More . Guitar effect patches for the zoom B1 FOUR and B1X FOUR This is a file library, download zoom's guitar lab software to handle them. ...Shame: I've just discovered it's got a plastic chassis which puts a bit of question-mark over how rugged the B1 Four is going to be. Smilies; BB Codes; Trophies; Cookie Usage; ... ToneLib Community Forum. TalkBass utilizes technology from Skimlinks that may give us a small affiliate commission on purchases made via links on our site. MS-50G. Not often, but when i get a new pedal or need to play with the pedals. I don't mean it's a problem creating patches or arranging them in useful banks. Support. It is a PITA to programme any digital multi effects unit from the  knobs and buttons on the front. Even so, there's some digital noise when you hear a note decay. Ah, that's a new bit of information. Discussion in 'Effects [BG]' started by Crystalman85, May 30, 2019. Thread starter SkyMonkey; Start date Nov 27, 2020; SkyMonkey. Ive used it ever since. For live performances, two performance modes allow you to switch patches and effects seamlessly. Not a big thing for me  as the DI on my amp is excellent and I have  an Orchid DI  on my pedal board. What is missing? This popped up on Zoom's site during the Namm show a week or so ago. I know the B3n is still better, but not better enough for me to give up the portability. Zoom B1X FOUR Multi-Effects Bass Guitar Pedal. Tonelib GFX Language files; Testimonials & Suggestions; Bug Reports; Forum Related; Downloads. One thing I do like about the B1X Four is that it's much easier to set up a "live" patch like you describe than it was on the B1Xon, and pick a few fx for it and toggle them on and off by using the right pedal to advance through them and the left to bypass or turn on. Multi-Effects Processor. Except you don't need expression pedal effects on B1/G1/A1 versions. I still use it like I used the B1Xon live, which is to just have that one better, beefier sound and leaving it there all night. NPD: ZOOM B1X FOUR. If you don't jump on it, i don't think it will be a problem! × As you might know I use a similar device, the Roland VB99, at home - it’s kind of like a B1on in principle and I suppose it’s spoilt me for anything else but I do find the B1on really handy for taking out with the Wingbass; it even fits in the tiny gig bag pocket! Supporting Members list unlimited gear with no listing fees in the Classifieds, get instant Keyword Alerts, and get Free Shipping at the TalkBass Store. Maybe it's just me, but every time I've gotten any kind of multifx pedal for guitar or bass I've tried to have one full bank of useful live sounds and failed at getting comfortable physically and mentally using them. The only limitation comes from the pedal - it has not enough memory to hold all the effects (you can't even have all the B1X effects at once), to upload G1X and A1X effects you'll have to unload the B1x effects first to free RAM. I find mine OK for messing about when travelling with my mini bass, but it's a tad noisy on some settings. The Zoom B1 Four takes your low-end to new heights with over 70 effects and amp models, looper and a built-in rhythm section. Home Preset Library > Zoom B1/B1X Four Page 2 of 2 < Prev 1 2. Music Rooms. B3n. For Sale: Bass Guitar Strings and Accessories, The TB Bazaar: Gear For Sale from our Sponsors, For Sale: Double Bass Amps, Strings & Accessories, Wanted: Bass Guitars, Amps, and Accessories, Wanted: Double Basses, Amps & Accessories, (You must log in or sign up to reply here. Simply hook the pedal up to your Mac or Windows machine over a USB cable and add effects from Zoom's Guitar Lab software. ...oh dear, I seem to have got caught in the Looper . Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Zoom B1X FOUR Bass Guitar Multi-Effects Processor with Expression Pedal, With 70+ Built-in Effects, Amp Modeling, Looper, Rhythm Section, Tuner, Battery Powered at Amazon.com. Guitar effect patches for the zoom B1 FOUR and B1X FOUR This is a file library, download zoom's guitar lab software to handle them. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. I only ever use it with headphones and mostly playing solo so it may not be noticeable for some people, and maybe not through a rig - but I do tend to be hyper critical of small details like that when using cans. I agree it sounds great for the price/size. Audio Visual Equipment Store. I'd prefer to pay a little more for better quality. Maybe having one fuzzier patch but that's the extent. Powered by Invision Community. + Modulation depth on the DUAL delay can be adjusted; and if you don't want two delays, you can just turn the volume on one of them down. I find any noise really distracting... but I have the B1on mostly tamed to my liking now. As @Chienmortbb said above "It is a PITA to programme any digital multi effects unit from the  knobs and buttons on the front." NPD: ZOOM B1X FOUR. The B1 FOUR/B1X FOUR can operate with four AA batteries. 4 x. Go to Bass; MultiStomp. Bass Multi-Effects Processor. If it won't fit in the shoulder bag, much less the gig bag, I end up leaving it hooked up at home, so it's small pedals, with their attendant flaws, that I use : ). The B1on is a great bit of kit. SLOW, FAST Tone Adjusts the tone. X is for Xpression For added control, the B1X FOUR features an expression pedal that can adjust effects, such as volume, wah, delay and pitch. Read honest and unbiased product reviews from our users. Oh god, more money going out of my account. I like the look of this. Forums. Almost every digital pedal does this. - The modulation on Zoom's EP-3 delay is obtrusive and stepped too. Dang - just spotted that the B1 Four has an aux in and the output jack is "for connection to amp or headphones". B1X FOUR Firmware | Mac B1X FOUR Version 2.00 for Mac (Released 02/07/2020) Software Guitar Lab | Windows Guitar Lab 7.0 for Windows 8.1/10 (Released 01/21/2021) It doesn't have to be perfect, I just want to get as close as possible to his tone using only the effects inside the Zoom B1X For. Thank you for your support! Zoom B1X FOUR Multi-Effects Bass Guitar Pedal. The Zoom B1X FOUR will take your low-end to new heights with over 70 effects and amp models, looper and a built-in rhythm section. 1 point. Joined May 9, 2020 Messages 219 Reaction score 727. As with all the digital multi effects units I have had or tried, it can be noisy at extreme settings . One final thing about noise. Be able to edit with Guitar Lab / no doubt the excellent Tone Lib software will be adapted for this very shortly also too. Actually, it's the small multi pedals that do this with me. In fact sometimes, and I know this goes against all ive said above, i  plug my pedal board in to it and run the B1 in tuner mode. I mostly practice with one and I always bring it to gigs, just in case i need to review something between sets. Sense Adjusts the sensitivity of the effect. By save. Just that live, unless I'm literally using one patch nearly all the time and the very rare advance to the patch after or the one previous and then back, I find that the process of going to a handful of different patches to be distracting and mildly disorienting. You can also use an optional Zoom AD-16 AC adapter or run your pedal via USB bus power. There's a fair amount of noise/fizz unless you tame it by turning off any amp/cab models. FYI i still have my 20+ year old zoom 505 mk1 which its basically a successor too, and its had a lot of bashing about and works fine. ToneLib Community Forum.   You cannot paste images directly. Having sold my B3n to get a Helix Stomp, I'm actually tempted by the fun and convenience of this little thing to go back to a Zoom multi (although I've kept my MS-60B probably more for nostalgia as it was one of the first bass pedals I ever bought) and not to mention its price! The B1X Four (and the B1 Four for that matter) will give you possibilities for modeling your bass sound that'll keep you busy for months if you don't watch out. I use a MS-60B live and have a B1on at home. Features: - B1 FOUR offers over 60 built-in effects - 9 amp models for simulating classic rigs - Up to 5 effects can be … The B1 Four provides one 1/4" instrument input, one 3. Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Zoom B1X FOUR Bass Guitar Multi-Effects Processor with Expression Pedal, With 70+ Built-in Effects, Amp Modeling, Looper, Rhythm Section, Tuner, Battery Powered at Amazon.com. I got my son the Guitar version a while afterwards and he wanted the bass one as well, so we got another. I understand there's a way to program your jumps if you're needing to jump from say patch 50 over to patch 58 or anywhere that isn't right next door so to speak, but since I'm only 3-4 days into it, I still need to read up on the process.   Pasted as rich text. The BASSment. I also have a Korb AC3000B and that is a breeze to programme from a computer. Sort by.