eude Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 [quote name='sk8' timestamp='1327401370' post='1510477'] I've used the fuzz face sim which is the only fuzz sim on the B2.1u. I think it sounds good with some clean blended back in. [/quote] Cheers Mike, but it's the "Gated Fuzz" type thing that the Ultra Fuzz thing does that I'm keen on trying you see. Just interesting that they discountinued it and have omitted it from their multi effects... Eude Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sk8 Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 Fuzz face is all there has been recently! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rumple Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 Yeah it's only Fuzz Face or Big Muff, I'm using a little bit of Tube Screamer in my main patch for some dirt which I'm liking a lot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brensabre79 Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 I'd imagine if they had sufficient reason to discontinue it (e.g.lack of interest / legal dispute etc.) then that would be the same reason to omit it from their multi-effects... Looks like you'll have to scour the 'bay Eude Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sk8 Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 there are other gated fuzz's out there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eude Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 Cheers guys. I'm just interested in trying one out, but like Mike says, there's others out there. For what I've heard the Ultra Fuzz did some really nice BIG smooth fuzz sounds, which were almost synth-like, but I guess the B3 has plenty of synth effects going on, so I'm sure I'll find something in there Any news on when you can buy these in the UK? Holding out so I can get one with a proper plug... Eude Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1976fenderhead Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 [quote name='eude' timestamp='1327405253' post='1510554'] Cheers guys. I'm just interested in trying one out, but like Mike says, there's others out there. For what I've heard the Ultra Fuzz did some really nice BIG smooth fuzz sounds, which were almost synth-like, but I guess the B3 has plenty of synth effects going on, so I'm sure I'll find something in there Any news on when you can buy these in the UK? Holding out so I can get one with a proper plug... Eude [/quote] I had the Ultra Fuzz for years and it was the best fuzz I had ever used on bass, but when I tried the SFX Micro Fuzz I sold the Zoom straight away Check it out, I don't get tired of recommending it. I wish I had a use for it in my current functions band It really nails the Death From Above 1979 sound to my ears, which is what I bought it for! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eude Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 [quote name='1976fenderhead' timestamp='1327414793' post='1510816'] I had the Ultra Fuzz for years and it was the best fuzz I had ever used on bass, but when I tried the SFX Micro Fuzz I sold the Zoom straight away Check it out, I don't get tired of recommending it. I wish I had a use for it in my current functions band It really nails the Death From Above 1979 sound to my ears, which is what I bought it for! [/quote] Interesting... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leftyhook Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 [quote name='1976fenderhead' timestamp='1327414793' post='1510816'] I had the Ultra Fuzz for years and it was the best fuzz I had ever used on bass, but when I tried the SFX Micro Fuzz I sold the Zoom straight away Check it out, I don't get tired of recommending it. I wish I had a use for it in my current functions band It really nails the Death From Above 1979 sound to my ears, which is what I bought it for! [/quote] Headline reads: "Function Band Murdered my Creativity" My son bought me an MXR Big Muff Pi for xmas. can I use it on Amy Winehouse songs? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1976fenderhead Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 (edited) [quote name='leftyhook' timestamp='1327414941' post='1510820'] Headline reads: "Function Band Murdered my Creativity" My son bought me an MXR Big Muff Pi for xmas. can I use it on Amy Winehouse songs? [/quote] LOL... well, I have a very creative day job and honestly, I realised I didn't have enough creativity to go around for my job and for writing songs, I was getting burned out... and then playing my band's songs in empty-ish London venues for my friends and friends of the other bands, and people just staring at you like statues as you play, and getting treated like sh*t by promoters, and getting no money for it... Too old for that sh*t. At least now I: a ) gig a lot b ) get paid c ) can justify spending loads of money on gear coz I actually use it d ) have more uses for my bass synth than I ever had e ) make people dance and have fun, so I'm happy The downside: f ) have to wear a suit every now and then g ) haven't got a song to use my fuzz in (but plenty to use distortion in so not too bad) Go on kids, sell out! You'll enjoy it! Edited January 24, 2012 by 1976fenderhead Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brensabre79 Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 [quote name='1976fenderhead' timestamp='1327415538' post='1510843'] LOL... well, I have a very creative day job and honestly, I realised I didn't have enough creativity to go around for my job and for writing songs, I was getting burned out... and then playing my band's songs in empty-ish London venues for my friends and friends of the other bands, and people just staring at you like statues as you play, and getting treated like sh*t by promoters, and getting no money for it... Too old for that sh*t. At least now I: a ) gig a lot b ) get paid c ) can justify spending loads of money on gear coz I actually use it d ) have more uses for my bass synth than I ever had e ) make people dance and have fun, so I'm happy The downside: f ) have to wear a suit every now and then g ) haven't got a song to use my fuzz in (but plenty to use distortion in so not too bad) Go on kids, sell out! You'll enjoy it! [/quote] Ditto, the only thing I'm not sure about is why it took me so longto realise I have waaay more fun playing other peoples songs to folks who enjoy it than playing my own songs to an indifferent sound engineer and a nasty stain on the floor, oh no wait thats the indifferent sound engineer. I don't get to do my own stuff live these days at all, it just goes out on compilation albums, but that means I can use all sorts of sounds without worrying about recreating it at some excuse for a venue. Tropical insect based percussion sections are my speciality now, I could never get them to chirp in time live, the stain on the floor never had the right microphones and there would always be some cockroach in the venue trying to get in on the act! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1976fenderhead Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 [quote name='brensabre79' timestamp='1327418627' post='1510890'] I have waaay more fun playing other peoples songs to folks who enjoy it than playing my own songs to an indifferent sound engineer and a nasty stain on the floor, oh no wait thats the indifferent sound engineer. [/quote] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1976fenderhead Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 (edited) I've just called DV247 and asked if they have a date for starting to sell this, they don't know about it at all... Not looking like it's gonna arrive here quickly. I want to buy it from a UK shop so if I don't like it it's not too expensive to post back... And this from the FAQ is a bit of a downer for me: [color=#333333][font=Verdana,]Is it possible to use a foot switch to tap the tempo used for delay times and modulation rates?[/font][/color] [indent=1]This is not possible using the foot switches on the B3. If you want to tap the tempo for delay times and modulation rates while playing bass guitar, you will need an FS01 foot switch (sold separately).[/indent] A multi fx with no accessible tap tempo, wtf? And only one exp input means you'd have to choose between wah/whammy/volume and tap tempo... Edited January 24, 2012 by 1976fenderhead Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eude Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 [quote name='1976fenderhead' timestamp='1327420412' post='1510926'] I've just called DV247 and asked if they have a date for starting to sell this, they don't know about it at all... Not looking like it's gonna arrive here quickly. I want to buy it from a UK shop so if I don't like it it's not too expensive to post back... [/quote] Cheers for that mate, it's not the shipping back I'm concerned about, it's the possible warranty issues you can sometimes get into if you use a different PSU from the one that ships with it. I have heard that some amp manufacturers won't honour warranties if you cut the plug off an amp bought from mainland Eurpose and wire it up with a UK one... I can wait, have a few things I need to sell to justify the expense anyway Eude Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1976fenderhead Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 You could just use a euro-uk adaptor, or use any Boss style psu with it and say you used the adaptor... Wouldn't void anything... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eude Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 [quote name='1976fenderhead' timestamp='1327420959' post='1510937'] You could just use a euro-uk adaptor, or use any Boss style psu with it and say you used the adaptor... Wouldn't void anything... [/quote] You're not helping Eude Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sk8 Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 [quote name='eude' timestamp='1327420824' post='1510933'] Cheers for that mate, it's not the shipping back I'm concerned about, it's the possible warranty issues you can sometimes get into if you use a different PSU from the one that ships with it. I have heard that some amp manufacturers won't honour warranties if you cut the plug off an amp bought from mainland Eurpose and wire it up with a UK one... I can wait, have a few things I need to sell to justify the expense anyway Eude [/quote] I daisy chain my B2.1u using a diago. Never used the origianl power supply. Its only a 9 volt supply.......... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dannybuoy Posted January 24, 2012 Author Share Posted January 24, 2012 I found my B2 to be really noisy when on a daisy chain with other pedals, but quiet when used with it's own supply. If you experience the same but want the convenience of a single supply you can get a Diago isolation adapter tip or Gigrig Virtual Battery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eude Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 [quote name='sk8' timestamp='1327421565' post='1510948'] I daisy chain my B2.1u using a diago. Never used the origianl power supply. Its only a 9 volt supply.......... [/quote] You're not helping either! Eude Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sk8 Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 [quote name='dannybuoy' timestamp='1327421849' post='1510952'] I found my B2 to be really noisy when on a daisy chain with other pedals, but quiet when used with it's own supply. If you experience the same but want the convenience of a single supply you can get a Diago isolation adapter tip or Gigrig Virtual Battery. [/quote] Never had a problem with noise with it daisy chained [quote name='eude' timestamp='1327421865' post='1510953'] You're not helping either! Eude [/quote] I know!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rumple Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 I'm running mine off of USB bus power from my computer, for the more adventurous types out there the B3 could possibly run via a mobile phone charger connected to the USB port! I'm far from an expert on all things electrical and probably way off the mark so I take no resposibility for damage if you do try it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1976fenderhead Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 [quote name='eude' timestamp='1327421865' post='1510953'] You're not helping either! Eude [/quote] Well, Thomann say the item is unavailable, or available on request only whatever that means, so that should help you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eude Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 [quote name='1976fenderhead' timestamp='1327430574' post='1511153'] Well, Thomann say the item is unavailable, or available on request only whatever that means, so that should help you [/quote] Finally, thank you Seriously though, I will be getting one of these soon! Probably in the next couple of weeks if I can get hold of one. Eude Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1976fenderhead Posted January 25, 2012 Share Posted January 25, 2012 I actually called Zoom now because I'm between this and an an M5 to ask when they expect the B3 in the UK... They said they'll be arriving in the first 2 weeks of February and RRP is £189 If the shops here follow that RRP there will be a lot of happy Thomann customers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brensabre79 Posted January 25, 2012 Share Posted January 25, 2012 They never sell them at RRP though do they... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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