Zoom B6

I have used zoom bass effects units for many years now and with the B6 they have brought across the familiar features of the B3 and B3n but is in a much more intuitive layout which makes using the unit really easy. The touch screen functionality is great with easy to understand icons to programme patches etc. The AB function allows a 2nd bass to be hooked up which for players who play electric with different set ups on separate basses or acoustic players. Great to see the looper with longer recording time and sd card addition to extend the allowable recording time. Having capability of layering multiple effects and easily switching them on and off via the floor switches is great. It also allows you switch between patches when looping which the b3n didn't which is nice. I've only had yhe unit for a week but feel at home with it already. If you love the B3 and B3n them this is recommended

I got this as I needed bass effects and DI box for gigs. I didn’t want to go the individual pedal route as it was too much hassle for me. Firstly the gold- unit was well priced, well constructed from good quality plastic with a nice carbon style finish, is light and has a good range of effects. The DI function is fantastic and some of the pre-sets are awesome. Now, the only big negative (besides not including the Bluetooth adapter so you can use in a phone/iPad etc.)for me is that I find this unit EXTREMELY difficult to program and understand. The fact the manual must be accessed via internet doesn’t help either, and the quick start guide was not really helpful. I’m a novice when it comes to effects boards and processing but this is a huge issue. Lots of homework involved. I’m sure though, once I get the hang of how it works, it’ll be superb. It would have been a 5 rating if it was easier and more intuitive to program your own patches. Still though, a great unit at a great price and 4/5 stars is not bad!!