Overview:
THE NEW B1XON Bass Effects Pedal with Expression Pedal
- Step into the spotlight with the Zoom B1Xon. It offers
dozens of DSP effects and amp models, plus effects chaining, onboard chromatic
tuner, rhythm patterns, looping, even a built-in expression pedal. Use the pedal
for gain drive or volume, to add wah or filtering, or to affect delay time or
modulation speed. Your bass has never sounded so good!
Amazing effects, amazing features, amazing sound
- The B1Xon offers 105 bass effects, including a variety of
distortion, compression, modulation, delay, reverb and amp models, along with a
number of pedal-controlled effects.
- Up to 5 effects can be used simultaneously, chained together
any way you like. In addition, there are 68 built-in rhythm accompaniment
patterns, and you can connect headphones to the output jack (as well as
portable music players to the auxiliary input jack) for silent practice
sessions. An onboard chromatic tuner supports all standard bass tunings, and a
Looper feature allows you to record up to 30 seconds of CD-quality audio. Loop
length can be set either manually or to a preset number of quarter notes, and
you can loop to any rhythm pattern, with automatic quantization that ensures
seamless start and end times.
- Programming is simple and straightforward thanks to a
streamlined user interface and large backlit LCD screen. Advanced editing
features such as Swap, Auto-Save and Pre-Select make it easy to organize your
patches for live performance and allow you to scroll through patches silently
while keeping the current patch operational. In addition, the B1Xon's built-in
expression pedal enables you to control input level, output level, or any
selected effect parameter in real time.
Dozens of different ways to make you a bass hero
- The B1Xon allows you to choose from 105 different onboard
DSP effects, including 5 pedal-controlled effects.
- These include compressors, noise gates, filters, equalizers
and octave dividers, as well as boosters, overdrives, fuzzes, phasers and
flangers, plus chorus, pitch shift, tremolo, vibrato, a sub-octave generator
and an intelligent bass synthesizer that plays along in key—even a DeFret
effect that changes the tone of a fretted bass into that of a fretless. There
are simulations of both classic and modern pedals such as the Aphex Punch
Factory, MXR DynaComp, dbx 160A, BBE Sonic Maximizer, Moog MF-101 and Z. Vex
Seek-Wah, as well as the Xotic EP Booster and Bass BB Preamp, Electro-Harmonix
Bass Big Muff, SansAmp Bass Driver DI, MXR Bass D.I.+, Avalon Design U5, plus
the ADA Flanger, tc Electronic Corona Tri-Chorus and BOSS ODB-3, DS-1 and Metal
Zone. Original effects include Zoom's Noise Reduction (ZNR) algorithm, a bass
frequency-specific Auto-Wah and a "talking" modulator. You'll also
find more than a dozen delays and natural-sounding reverbs here, including
rooms, halls, plates and an emulation of the Line6 M9 Particle Verb.
- The dozen amp models include emulations of classic tube
amplifiers like the Ampeg SVT, Ampeg B-15, Fender Bassman, Marshall Super Bass,
Polytone Mini-Brute III and acoustic 360, as well as the contemporary sounds of
the Hartke HA3500, SWR SM-900, Aguilar DB750, Gallien-Krueger 800RB, Eden
WT-800 and Italian Markbass Little Mark III, each with its own distinct cabinet
modeling that can be used to further alter the tonal quality. What's more, you
can pair any amp model to any cabinet model for unusual, and often striking,
effects.
Complex multi-effects made easy.
Question: When is an effects pedal not just an effects
pedal? Answer: When it's a multi-effects pedal.
- The B1Xon not only allows you to select and edit any of its
onboard effects, it enables you to use up to 5 of them simultaneously, chained
together in any order you like. This kind of power and flexibility means that
you can create rich, complex effects within the unit itself instead of having
to use multiple pedals.
- Stompbox chains typically start with dynamics effects, such
as compression, before routing the signal to wah, EQ, distortion and/or
overdrive effects. Modulation and spatial effects such as chorus, delay and
reverb are usually placed at the end of the chain.
- However, there are no hard and fast rules on how to chain
effects. Exciting new sounds can easily be discovered with a little
experimentation and some imaginative effect chaining. The B1Xon gives you the
ability to get creative with your effects chaining.
- You can also easily edit chains you’ve previously created.
Simple changes in the order of effects can sometimes alter sounds dramatically.
For example, an EQ set before an amp model can result in a radically
differentsound than having the EQ set after the amp model. That's because
putting the EQ before the amp model serves not only to alter the tonal
characteristic of the sound but to act as a signal booster as well. All this
can be done internally with the B1Xon—much easier than physically changing the
order of stompboxes.
Features:
Tuner - Stayin' in tune.
- Bassists know the importance of playing in tune. But it's
not just about getting your instrument in tune; it's about keeping it in tune
all night. That's no problem if you're using a B1Xon, because its built-in
Tuner makes the task totally stress-free, even under the pressure of a live gig
and the heat of stage lighting.
- The B1Xon Tuner is instantly accessible at all times and
shows you whether the note you're playing is sharp, flat, or dead on. You can
opt to either bypass the currently selected effect (thus giving you a clean,
unaffected sound) when tuning, or to mute the signal altogether, allowing you
to tune in silence.
- The B1Xon Tuner is flexible, too: It can be set to a
reference of A=440, or any value between 435 and 445, and can be used
chromatically or in a variety of standard bass tunings.
Rythms - The perfect accompaniment.
- Rhythm training is an important part of every bassist's
craft. The B1Xon Rhythm function makes it easy and fun to do. 68
realistic-sounding rhythms are at your fingertips: PCM samples of actual drums
playing real-life patterns in a variety of different genres—everything from
rock to jazz, and from Emo to Motown. Dozens of quarter-note, eighth-note and
sixteenth-note rhythms are provided, in 4/4, 6/8 (shuffle) and 3/4 (waltz
time); for the adventurous, there's even a 5/4 groove!
- The Rhythm function can also be used in conjunction with the
Looper function (see below), allowing you to craft complex orchestrations
overlaying the pattern of your choice.
Looper - Build a complete performance.
- Got a great lick that you'd like to expand on, or a
distinctive chord progression that you think could serve as the foundation for
an exciting improvisation or an inspired solo? Explore your creativity to its
fullest with the B1Xon Looper, which allows you to layer up to 30 seconds of
performance (through the effect or effects of your choice) in high quality
audio (16-bit 44.1kHz). Recording time can either be set manually or to a
preset number of quarter notes, up to 64 beats, and starting and stopping the
Looper (as well as readying it for an overdub or clearing its memory
altogether) is as easy as pressing a pedal—no hands required.
- The B1Xon Looper can also be used in conjunction with the
Rhythm function, allowing you to play along with the pattern of your choice.
Auto Save - Edits saved. All the time.
- Finally got that perfect effect crafted, but afraid you'll
lose it? It'll never happen when you use the B1Xon's handy Auto Save function.
When switched on, whatever you change will automatically be saved.
- Alternatively, if you'd prefer the insurance of a safety net
(so that you never accidentally overwrite a patch), simply leave Auto Save off.
The B1Xon will then politely ask you if you want to save your edits whenever
you move on to a different patch. Settings can be saved to the currently
selected memory area, or to any other area, allowing you to place it where it's
most convenient.
- The B1Xon makes naming patches a breeze, too—simply use the
parameter knob to dial in the characters you want. Patch names can be up to ten
characters long, and each patch can be assigned its own level as well, allowing
you to ensure consistent volume even when going from a gentle acoustic sound to
heavy metal overdrive.
Pre Select - Choose the effect you want before the audience hears it.
- Normally, you'll want to store your custom B1Xon patches
adjacent to one another so that stepping on the pedal will scroll through them
in the order needed. In that circumstance, you'll also want the sound to change
immediately, and this is the way the B1Xon normally operates.
- However, if you haven't stored your patches in adjacent
memory locations, or if you simply get the urge to experiment and change things
up in the middle of a performance, just turn on the B1Xon Pre Select function.
This allows you to scroll through patches silently, with the current sound
remaining unchanged as you do so.
Power Functions - More power to you.
- The B1Xon runs on just 4 AA batteries—either alkaline or
rechargeable NiMH. Alternatively, it can be powered from an optional Zoom AD-16
AC adapter or via USB.
- When running on batteries, the B1Xon powers up automatically
when a jack is inserted into its input connector, and a unique
"eco" function can be used to
automatically power the unit off if unused for 10 hours.
- Battery life (when using alkaline batteries) is more than 20
hours, even during continuous use, and a handy "battery remaining"
display shows you how much power is remaining. To extend battery life further
still, you can opt to have the backlit LCD display turn off automatically after
15 or 30 seconds after the pedal was last used.
Using the B1Xon expression pedal - Express yourself.
- The B1Xon's built-in expression pedal allows you to alter
any selected parameter in real time. You can use it for gain drive or volume
(affecting either input or output level), to add wah or filtering, to affect
delay time or modulation speed, or a variety of other parameters. In addition,
the pedal range can be independently adjusted for each patch—you can even set
the minimum value higher than the maximum value for reverse pedaling effects.
- There's also a simple calibration procedure that allows you
to customize pedal sensitivity. Whether you're a feather-light player or a real
lead-foot, the B1Xon can adapt to your particular pedaling style.
Features at a glance
- 100 effects, including distortion, compression, modulation,
delay and reverb, plus 5 pedal-controlled effects
- Up to 5 effects can be used simultaneously, chained together
in any order
- Built-in expression pedal for control over input level,
output level, or any selected effect parameter
- 100 memory locations (10 banks of 10) for the storage of
user-created patches
- Swap function makes patch organization a breeze
- Auto Save function for automatic saving of all patch
parameters
- Pre Select function allows silent patch selection while
keeping the current patch operational
- Onboard chromatic tuner supports all standard bass tunings
- Looper feature for the recording of up to 30 seconds of
CD-quality audio with seamless start and end times
- 68 built-in rhythm patterns which can be used in conjunction
with the Looper
- Standard ¼" input jack accepts standard cable (both
active and passive instruments supported)
- ⅛" auxiliary input jack for connection of personal
music players
- Output jack for connection to amp or headphones
- Backlit LCD with contrast control for easy viewing in
low-light environments
- Lightweight and small enough to fit in your gig bag
- Easily integrated into any existing pedalboard
- Runs on 4 AA batteries, with alkaline battery life of 20
hours
- USB port for power and firmware updates
- Optional AC adapter (Zoom AD-16)
Top Panel Features:
Rear Panel Features:
Display Information Panel Features:
What's in the Box?
- Operation manual
- AA size (LR6) battery x 4
Specifications:
- Number of effects:.................................100
- Number of simultaneous effects: .................5
- Number of patch memories:.................100 (10 banks of 10)
- Sampling frequency:..........................44.1 kHz
- A/D conversion:................................24-bit, 128× oversampling
- D/A conversions: ............................24-bit, 128× oversampling
- Signal Processing:..........................32−bit floating point & fixed point
- Frequency characteristics:...................20Hz – 20 kHz +1 dB, -6 dB (into 10 kΩ load)
- Display:...............................Backlit dot matrix LCD
- Input:......................................Standard mono ¼" phone jack
- Rated input level: .......................... -20 dBm*
- Input impedance (line):....................... 470 kΩ
- Aux in:......................................Mini stereo (⅛") phone jack
- Rated Input Level: ...................... -10 dBm*
- Input impedance (line): .....................1kΩ
- Output: ................................................Standard stereo (¼") phone jack
- Maximum line output level........................+2 dBm (output impedance load of 10 kΩ or more)
- Maximum headphones output level:...............17 mW + 17 mW (into 32Ω load)
- S/N (input conversion noise): ......................119dB
- Battery Type: .................................... AA size (LR6) battery x 4
- Continuous battery operation time: .................... 20 hours when using 4 AA alkaline batteries
- AC adapter (optional):...............................DC 9V center-negative, 500 mA (Zoom AD-16)
- USB: ..........................................Firmware update, bus power
- External Dimensions: .....................154.8mm(D) x 237.0mm(W) x 50.0mm (H)
- Weight: ........................................640g (without batteries)
* Note: 0 dBm = 0.775 Vrms