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HXFX is exactly my kind of pedal. Like the Plethora it allows me to see separate effects rather than a crowded little screen. However I've been a fan of Zoom pedals forever. If there was a dedicated bass version of the G11 that would be done kind of special sauce.

@TobyMunkling The reason I take your review so seriously, where other posters negativity fails to scrape the outer coating to my GAS, is because of this So many people claim the Zoom effects are utterly inferior to their Line 6 rivals, but I have always preferred filters and synths on my Zoom pedals. You appear to share my tastes so your remarks on the recent updates on one, and the lack of improvement on the other has struck home. Which is a shame as I have been allowing the GAS to swell to almost unstoppable levels.

Thank you @TobyMunkling an interesting review. I'm surprised to hear the sounds haven't improved since the B3. In fact more than surprised, it seems incredible. I think I'd better get my HXFX repaired

And lest we forget, iPhone commands a very small part of the market compared to Android. But I don't have a clue how these things work, there's probably a very good reason for zoom going the way they have

But all joking aside the Bluetooth/smartphone capability is a big draw over here. Not saying I will scratch my interest because of it, but my enthusiasm has received its first dent.

The app is only for the iPhone. For someone who prefers a functional mobile phone to an expensive fashion accessory, this is a great disappointment. I don't know if it's a deal breaker, but it's pretty important.

These updates seldom excite me, but of course now I've blown up my HX there are several interesting bass friendly things in this one. Grr.

Those who might scoff at the idea of Zoom producing a multi effect in the HX price bracket, might do well to listen to this. Unscientific it may be but compelling it is nonetheless.

Nothing wrong with any of the Zoom products I've owned, but some things could be improved. Having a remote control in the shape of a phone app would save me bending down to tweak, and squinting at a tiny screen too far away to see. However good these improvements are though, I am greedy and still want it to sound better too.

Anyone understand the technical side of things? I'm wondering about the improvements, if any, made to the effects from previous (inexpensive) Zoom model. Are there figures you can quote to prove the new effect has another 2000 gigawatt reactor added for each pedal simulation? Having just perused the effects list it reads very similar to all the previous Zoom offerings. As much as I like the touchscreen and expression pedal and new shiny package, at the price point I'd like to think it actually sounds better too. A side by side comparison with a B1_Four would be absolutely ideal of course.

Not on it yet but interested..

I didn't think I'd ever need another octave pedal after buying the Joyo XVI. But an OC-5 came up used but mint for a very good price so I gave it a go. I can't imagine ever wanting another. I know I said that before, but really it's perfect in every respect.

I don't think TC Electronic make an envelope filter, but I have plenty so it's not a problem. The Plethora for me was never meant to be an all in one. It's a part of a pedal board, 5 effects and a tuner, with the ability to change those 5 effects, and to customise each one as much or as little as I want to. Given that they add effects and improve the functionality with firmware updates, I think it's excellent value.

Great stuff @Lozz196 really glad you're back doing what you love.

Great review, I am getting increasingly excited to get my hands on one. I've always liked Zoom products, the menus are so easy to use, the effects always way better than people say. I suspect the plastic casing and low price has some sub conscious influence. I busted my Helix, but even if I get it fixed I want one of these.

Sexy!

The only thing I dislike these days is a pedal which, at home or in rehearsal, turns my bass into a musical behemoth, rolling like an ocean, climbing like a mountain, crashing like surf, exploding like a volcano, but the moment I engage it on stage it transforms my sound into something like a sick kitten f@rting.

Brilliant!

Bought an EHX Iron Lung from @CJPJ and it was the perfect Basschat shopping experience. Friendly, polite, communicative, and really fast. I'm delighted to recommend this most excellent Basschatter to the community.

At present I'm working to a structure as part of bass lessons I'm taking. But yes the twelve bar blues is very recognisable

I have been persevering, a few minutes a day and gradually increasing the number of intervals. Its definitely getting better

I'm just astonished at the tidy desk. You moving out?

Another RM500 lover here. In fact I've had three Ashdown amps, one of each and they're all amazing.