Zoom effects processors

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#661

Yes. The B3n is the top end model from the same generation as the B1four.

The rough breakdown for the last few generations of processors and algorithms is:

ancient: B1
older: B1on / MS60b / B3
previous: B1four / B3n
current: B6

The B3n has a more powerful processor than the B1four and can basically host 1-2 more effects simultaneously. It also has a nicer UI for Stomp Mode - more buttons, footswitches, etc. Definitely an upgrade, I liked mine.

The real upgrade would be the B6.

Or even better, a Line6 Helix (HX Stomp, etc).

Or best, a NeuralDSP Quad Cortex :rofl:

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#662

Thanks @howard - appreciate it…

Yeah, well, that moves out of the range of “splurge” and into the range of “investment” :slightly_smiling_face: But I was looking at the B6, and wish I had considered it prior to buying my DAI, since (as I understand it) it functions as the DAI as well… $500 is an expensive pedal though. That’s more than I paid for either of my basses. :rofl:

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#663

I have a used Zoom B3 I picked up for about 80 bucks and am super happy with it. I also have the G3 which is the guitar version and have played them Both out pretty regularly and gotten plenty of “toan “ compliments on them. The XLR out, the the tuner, the looper, the ground lift as well and the pre/post switch makes it a super useful piece of kit for me.

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#664

I used to own a B1on too and it was actually pretty good as well.

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#665

I think most people with Zoom multi-effects pedals have come across their “preset library”. Not trying to duplicate that repository - but is there any interest in a thread here that would share patch settings?

For example: Here’s Joe Dart

Effect: "**MB Comp**" (*Dynamics*), active - **"yes"**

"Comp" = **100**​

"LoTHR" = **71**​

"HiTHR" = **37**​

"Volume" = **30**​

Effect: "**EP Stomp**" (*Overdrive / Distortion*), active - **"yes"**

"Gain" = **90**​

"Bass" = **0**​

"Treble" = **-10**​

"Volume" = **36**​

Effect: "**DI-5**" (*Overdrive / Distortion*), active - **"yes"**

"Gain" = **40**​

"Tone" = **1**​

"HiCut" = **Off**​

"Volume" = **35**​

Effect: "**EBH360**" (*Amp simulator*), active - **"yes"**

"Bass" = **0.5**​

"MID-F" = **500Hz**​

"Mid" = **5.0**​

"Treble" = **-10.0**​

"Bright" = **6**​

"Drive" = **6**​

"Volume" = **40**​

"CHARRA" = **-10.0**​

**Patch Volume:** 100
**DSP Load:** 73%
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#666

This reminds me, there’s a new Zoom in town: the B6. In a different price range than the B1 Four, if you ask me :roll_eyes: So what do we think?

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#667

Looks compelling. If I ever tire of my Zoom B3n I’ll give that a look.

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#668

There was some discussion around that when it was launched.
Linky here

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#669

@Koldunya has one!

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#670

I’ve had my B6 for a year. I like it a lot.

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#671

A year! Okay, apparently it’s not as new as I thought it was :sweat_smile:

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#672

I think I’m up to 5 different zoom pedals now. Have played them all with bass and guitar and there are a lot of times I like it better than my boutique analog things. Of which there are… a few. Most of my zoom models are older and lack an aux in. That would be my only complaint.

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