API LLX Bass TranZformer Bass Pedal… Very few companies in the audio world have the history and pedigree to match API.  Since 1969, their name has been synonymous with the highest level of pro audio gear, and their recording consoles and outboard gear sit prominently in the finest recording studios all over the world.  The […]

Disclaimer: This pedal was kindly provided by Bananana Effects for this review. However, this does not influence our opinion or the content of our review. We strive to provide honest, unbiased, and accurate assessments to ensure that our readers receive truthful and helpful information. Introduction Today, we're looking at the Matryoshka Synth pedal by Bananana […]

As bass players, we're constantly looking for gear that balances performance with portability. Smaller gear is not just a preference—it's often a necessity, especially for musicians who gig frequently or work in compact studio spaces. The IK Multimedia Tonex One pedal might just be the answer to this need. Compact, versatile, and feature-packed, this tiny […]

Innovation by design is what comes to mind with the Vidami YouTube Looper. The Vidami YouTube Looper is a truly magnificent and easy-to-use learning tool and is compatible with Youtube and over 50 online learning sites. It features functions such as loop, speed, forward, back, and pause/play, all at the touch of a foot switch. […]

The Mo Bass Pedal Delivers Growl and a Big Clean Bottom end for Bass Guitar… The Mo Bass Pedal is a bass guitar pedal for the working man, the Mo Bass delivers both overdrive and clean big bottom tones with mild natural compression and even order harmonics, and can do both at the same time. […]

Dirty Pedals? Scratchy Sounds? Guitar Pedals live a rough life with your stomping, spilling and sweating all over them. Show your guitar pedals some love with MusicNomad's new 12 pc. Pedal Care Kit for Guitar & Bass.  "Guitar Pedal maintenance often gets overlooked when we talk about equipment care, but is such an essential part […]

BOSS FS-1-WL Wireless Footswitch… The BOSS FS-1-WL Wireless Footswitch, a compact and Versatile Foot Controller for Digital Music Scores, YouTube Videos, DAWs, BOSS and Roland Instruments, and More. BOSS announces the FS-1-WL Wireless Footswitch, a versatile multi-function foot controller for a wide range of applications. Users can control digital music score apps, YouTube videos, DAWs, […]

Death By Audio Has Hit a New Low, Drops the Bass War: A Revolutionary Fuzz Pedal for Bassists Prepare to experience bass fuzz like never before. Death By Audio Effects is proud to announce the latest addition to their esteemed lineup: the Bass War. This groundbreaking pedal is now available at deathbyaudio.com and authorized dealers worldwide. A sibling […]

Ampero Mini by Hotone Audio… Ampero Mini is the smallest guy in the Ampero family so far, offering you uncompromised Ampero sound in an ultra-compact aluminum case. It has the essentials of stunning Ampero effects armory with 3rd party IR support. Onboard essential I/O jacks are more than enough for daily use, the touch screen […]

Hotone Soul Press II Review Disclaimer: Hotone has generously provided us with a review unit of the pedal. We wish to clarify that although we have been provided the pedal, our opinions and evaluations in this article are based solely on our honest and unbiased assessment of their gear. We value transparency and objectivity in […]

Disclaimer: This pedal was kindly provided by Joyo for the purpose of this review. However, this does not influence our opinions or the content of our reviews. We strive to provide honest, unbiased, and accurate assessments to ensure that our readers receive truthful and helpful information. Introduction: The Joyo Monomyth bass preamp pedal is designed […]

Under it's new ownership, DigiTech® returns to production with the SDRUM Strummable Drums™, the first-ever intelligent drum machine for guitarists and bassists. Boasting studio-quality samples and five professional sounding drum kits and BeatScratch™ technology, SDRUM allows users to create drum patterns by simply strumming strings. As a player scratches across guitar or bass strings, he […]

Jeff Genzler is a modern-day electric bass icon, having been in the game and at the forefront of groundbreaking developments in bass amplification for decades.  Jeff founded Genz Benz amplification in 1984 and helped pioneer the modern era of great-sounding, forward-design bass amps and cabs.  He was on the front lines of the Class D, […]

Review of the Empress Bass Compressor… Compressor pedals seem to be contentious territory for bassists.  Some players swear by them as the glue that helps keep their levels stable and consistent, while others feel they squash their dynamic range and limit their ability to play with nuance and touch.  I like certain compressors for their […]

A review of the Joyo Gloam – Sub Octave Fuzz Pedal for Bass Disclaimer: This pedal was kindly provided by Joyo for the purpose of this review. However, this does not influence our opinions or the content of our reviews. We strive to provide honest, unbiased, and accurate assessments to ensure that our readers receive […]

GENZLER® AMPLIFICATION proudly announces the third effects pedal in their pedal product line, the CRASH BOX 4™, CLASSIC BASS DISTORTION. This new CRASH BOX 4 model continues the collaboration of the GENZLER AMPLIFICATION design team and Andy Field, former Genz Benz engineer. Together they possess decades of innovative audio product design and manufacturing expertise. The […]

PRESS ANNOUNCEMENT MonoNeon has been blazing a trail ever since arriving on the scene with his innovative, fringe bass playing. DigiTech has recognized this uber-talent and partnered with MonoNeon to create a unique and innovative pedal that MonoNeon is proud to call his own. The MonoNeon Signature Whammy takes its cues from DigiTech's Whammy V […]

I heard about Sushi Box FX the same way I have come to learn about a lot of boutique brands with an overwhelmingly enthusiastic following: good ole talkbass.com.   As a pedal fan, I kept seeing an increasing number of references to the Sushi Box brand and its diverse line of pedals. I write this, […]

MXR® Bass Innovations Celebrates 15 Years with Blackout™ Series… In 2023, Dunlop is marking the 15th anniversary of MXR Bass Innovations with the limited edition Blackout Series. The MXR Bass Innovations team was created to provide bass pedals made by and for bass players—not merely repurposed guitar pedals. The Blackout Series features two of MXR […]

EBS Professional Bass Equipment has unveiled its newest pedal, the DynaVerb Limited Spring Edition. With three new reverb effects of Reversed, Gated, and Spring-type, and three Hall and three Room reverbs this versatile pedal is designed for bassists who want to expand their sound options. The new DynaVerb is created for bass but can enhance […]