Zoom B2 Four Bass Multi-Effects Processor with 6 DI Boxes, Multi-Layered IR’s, Amp Modeling, 100+ Built in Effects, Looper, Lightweight & Audio Interface for Direct Recording to Computer

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I had been using my Line 6 Helix as my bass rig either direct to house or run through my QSC 10.2. It's an awesome bass rig but I'm a pretty simple man when it comes to bass and I didn't need that many options and I also wanted to see if I could find something smaller.

Some of the presets that are obviously trying to recreate certain sounds are…wishful thinking at best. For example: the "GoodTimes1979" preset sounds less like Chic and more like "booming muddy mess". Mon pédalier était bancal, j'ai mis une petite semelle autocollante de 1 mm sur le patin qui posait problème et maintenant c'est parfait. The B2 FOUR is perfect for jamming and rehearsing. The built-in 60-second looper allows you to build grooves, while the 68 rhythm patterns from the on-board drum machine provide the perfect accompaniment for practice. Connect the B2 FOUR directly to a PA or interface with the balanced output, or use the stereo outputs to connect to an amp.

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Lots of simulated pedals to play with. Saves a bunch of money, especially when you're as indecisive as I am. If your pedal chain has more than three options and you will be activating and deactivating various pedals throughout the performance, I can see it being a pain. Easier to swap between presets than to activate and deactivate stuff. Haven’t really run into that myself but as I’ve been messing around it’s been on my mind. If an expression pedal is being used to adjust the volume, adjust the pedal position until the volume level is suitable. You might need this manual in the future. Always keep it in a place where you can access it easily. Leider ist der Looper und das Schlagzeug als Effekt in einem Patch einzusetzen. Möchte man ein Patch wechseln, so muss man drauf achten, dass in dem anderen Patch der Looper/Drum ebenfalls sich in der Effektkette befindet, sonst hört der Loop/Drum auf zu spielen. Lösung wäre, das Looper/Drum global eingebaut sind, also nicht als Bestandteil eines Patches.

A total of 11 faithfully reproduced models of classic bass amps are included, with the company utilising their new modelling technology to capture impulse responses at three different volume levels, with the resulting layers then triggered based on the playing level of the connected instrument. The switchable input impedance function from the B6 also makes an appearance, allowing the B2 Four to be used with acoustic and double basses in addition to standard electric instruments, and a DI emulation feature provides the sound of six different tube and solid-state Direct Injection boxes. Effects & Presets Exemple, je possède une pédale préamp MXR BASS DI + , il y a une émulation de celle-ci dans le B2 Four ; et bien on reconnaît le son ! The built in tuner is ok but the screen doesn’t feel responsive enough for me. I much prefer my polytune for that side of things. iOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. in the USA and other countries, and it is used under license. Small, simple, yet still LOTS of options, and it had an XLR out. I was also very impressed by the design in that the navigational buttons are on a raised corner meaning you can use them fairly easily with your foot too. Looks sleek. You can "only" have 5 FX at a time (that includes amp sims) but that's plenty enough for me.The sounds are good. The pedal sims work exactly like you’d expect them to work and they sound fantastic. I also wasn't exactly sure how the preamp models should be used. It seemed strange to me to put a preamp in front of an amp/cab sim, but some of the presets definitely did that, and I mean there's really no "rules." If it sounds good, it sounds good. I might just be too mired in old analog thinking of "Bass into amp/cab." I mean who knows, maybe a preamp into an amp/cab and running one of the DI models might produce something cool. I haven't tried yet. The presets also serve as a great way to learn the unit by analyzing them and seeing what's running verses what you're hearing. I remember one preset that was running the pitch shifter module but not actually doing any pitch shifting, but the unit itself definitely drastically changed the tone just being on. Another one used that same unit with a pitch shift of 1 cent to get a pretty good "With A Little Help From My Friends" sound. I never would have thought to use it in those ways. The modeling of amps and effects is from the same generation. The sampling frequency of B2FOUR is not disclosed, so there might be a difference here. The most significant difference is in the IR. B6 can use external IRs, while B2 FOUR cannot but can use the latest Multi-layer IR. If You Frequently Switch Between Multiple Tones, B6 is Recommended

Considering the maximum number of simultaneous effects and the number of footswitches, if you often combine multiple effects or switch tones during a song, B6 would be a better choice. Conclusion B2 FOUR is recommended for first-time bass effect users or as a secondary unit. Due to the adoption of multi-layer IR, it’s not possible to load external IRs. This might be a downside for those who have favorite IRs they’re accustomed to using. No Expression Pedal Included The contents of this document and the specifications of the product could be changed without notice. Nicht alle Effekte haben eine Paralleloption, was vermutlich bei Kompressoren ganz gut gewesen wäre. Mir fällt es schwer die Kompressoren ohne Metering einzustellen, vlt bin ich da aber auch etwas zu penibel, habe keine Erfahrung mit Kompressor und EBass, für Drums fände ich es schwierig. Höre über Neumann Monitore in einem behandelten auch daher im Bass recht linearem Raum.Following on from the recent release of the G2 Four and G2X Four units, Zoom have announced the upcoming launch of the B2 Four, a multi-effects and amp simulator pedal designed specifically for bassists that combines features derived from their flagship B6 processor ( reviewed in the August 2022 issue of SOS) with their latest Multi-Layer IR modelling technology. Amp Simulation Lots of simulated pedals to play with. Saves a bunch of money, especially when you’re as indecisive as I am. Je trouve que la gamme des effets est complète, avec plusieurs variations pour un même type d'effet, des "clones" de pédales célèbres.