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A Must-have Bassman - in a Stompbox!
The Boss FBM-1 offers up classic Fender Bassman tone - in one rugged little stompbox. The Bassman was the world's first bass amplifier, and it quickly gained favor with guitarists of the day for its unique tonal abilities - in fact, it's still a popular pick. Designed in collaboration with Fender, the FBM-1 faithfully re-creates that flavor and feel of a classic '59 Bassman amp.
So, grab the tone of one of the most sought-after amps in history - for just a fraction of the price - with the Boss FBM-1.
Boss FBM-1 Fender '59 Bassman Effects Pedal at a Glance:
- Classic Fender '59 Bassman tone in a stompbox
- Great as a pre-gain pedal for Fender tonal color
Classic Bassman tone in a stompbox
The Fender '59 Bassman is far and away one of the classic amps, and having that sought-after tone in a stompbox is truly a marvel. Created as a bass amp, guitarists quickly latched onto the Bassman for its beefy tones. From chunky rhythm tones to smooth solos, the FBM-1 faithfully delivers the sound and response of the Bassman.
Great as a pre-gain pedal for Fender tonal color
The coolest thing about the FBM-1 is that it can work with any amp to add Fender color to your tone. No matter what you play through, the FBM-1 will deliver a touch of the Bassman sound to your signal. Plus, the Bright In input can be used to creat a brighter tone, similar to the original Bassman.
Boss FBM-1 Fender '59 Bassman Effects Pedal Features:
- Recreates the legendary tone of the 1959 Fender Bassman amp
- Additional BRIGHT IN provides a brighter sound, similar to the original Bassman
- Presence, Treble, Mid, and Bass EQ controls
- Perfect pre-gain pedal for adding or retaining Fender tone color
The Boss FBM-1 puts a classic amp into a handy, affordable stompbox!
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The Best Way to Character your Amp by RockinVic from Ssan Jose, Ca, June 10, 2009 Music Background: Pro musician, recording engineer
“This is a great pedal overall. Use it to character your amp, not drive it. The overdrive to me sounds a bit muddy.
I own a a 59' Bassman Reissue and a Epiphone Valve Jr.
For some small club gigs, I use the bassman. When i do bigger shows, i actually use the Valve JR.
the FBM-1 is great because it allows me to character my Valve Jr. to sound very...” Read More
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"If you owned a Bassman back years ago and want to get the closest thing to it, but in a pedal, get this. This is the perfect compliment to a jazz, blues, or classic rock guitar rig."
Carson McClain
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