4 PEDALS EVERY BASSIST SHOULD HAVE

Stompboxes For The Bass

No matter the number of strings, or the register, on your instrument—nor whether you pick with your fingers, or a plectrum—you can instantly add a smorgasbord of sonic variety to your rig just by adding a handful of pedals into the signal chain between your instrument and your amp (or DI).

If you or any bass players you know need some aural inspiration made especially for the lower end of the frequency spectrum, we picked out four of our favorite bass pedals that we think are must-haves for any bassist—all of which are currently in stock (or soon-to-be replenished) in the BASSment at Chicago Music Exchange!

SHOP BASS EFFECT PEDAL ARRIVALS

Tech 21 SansAmp Bass Driver DI

Looking to dial up big vintage tube tones, bright modern slap sounds, gnarly distortions, and everything in between? Much more than just a direct box, the Tech 21 SansAmp Bass Driver DI features three different outputs to let you drive power amps, recording desks, and PA mixers—or, just use it to enhance the sound of your rig! While the core of the SansAmp Bass Driver and all of its tones remain true to its original design, for 5- and 6-string bassists, the latest version of the SansAmp Bass Driver DI comes equipped with an added switch to let users adjust the bass frequency and extend into those lower registers, plus an added mid-range control with a switch to adjust its frequency.

Tech 21 SansAmp Bass Driver DI v2 Effects and Pedals / Bass Pedals
Tech 21 SansAmp Bass Driver DI v2 Effects and Pedals / Bass Pedals

Tech 21 SansAmp Bass Driver DI v2

$249.00
Tech 21 SansAmp Bass Driver DI v2

Much more than just a direct box, the SansAmp Bass Driver DI is capable of dialing up big vintage tube tones, bright modern…

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Damnation Audio MOSFET Bass Distortion

The Damnation Audio MOSFET Bass Distortion—or MBD for short—is the long-awaited follow-up to our original MBD-1 and MBD2 bass distortion pedals but with a few enhancements, including a boost footswitch with a boost control providing over 30dB of additional gain, plus a newly designed contoured clean blend.

Damnation Audio Mosfet Bass Distortion V3 Pedal Effects and Pedals / Distortion
Damnation Audio Mosfet Bass Distortion V3 Pedal Effects and Pedals / Distortion

Damnation Audio Mosfet Bass Distortion V3 Pedal

$249.00

The Damnation Audio MOSFET Bass Distortion, simply referred to as the MBD, is the long awaited follow up to our original MBD-1 and MBD2 bass distortion pedals. The heart of…

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MXR M82B Bass Envelope Filter

The MXR M82 Bass Envelope Filter delivers classic, analog, envelope filter sounds in an easy-to-use and compact pedal designed specifically for bass. Separate Dry and Effect controls let you dial in the perfect mix of affected and direct signals, so you can bring the funk without losing the low end. Now available in 'Blackout' finish!

MXR M82B Bass Envelope Filter Blackout Effects and Pedals / Bass Pedals
MXR M82B Bass Envelope Filter Blackout Effects and Pedals / Bass Pedals

MXR M82B Bass Envelope Filter Blackout

$169.99

With high-quality bass effects built from the ground up specifically for bass players, MXR Bass Innovations is the world’s bestselling line of bass pedals. To celebrate its 15th anniversary, we’re…

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Diamond Pedals Bass Comp/EQ Pedal

The Damnation Audio MOSFET Bass Distortion—or MBD for short—is the long-awaited follow-up to our original MBD-1 and MBD2 bass distortion pedals but with a few enhancements, including a boost footswitch with a boost control providing over 30dB of additional gain, plus a newly designed contoured clean blend.

Diamond Pedals Bass Comp/EQ Pedal Effects and Pedals / Bass Pedals
Diamond Pedals Bass Comp/EQ Pedal Effects and Pedals / Bass Pedals

Diamond Pedals Bass Comp/EQ Pedal

$239.00

There’s something truly magical about finding the compression sweet-spot on bass. Enter the Diamond Bass COMP/EQ. This bad-boy will go on your board, and never come off. This next-gen compressor…

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SHOP BASS EFFECTS

MXR M82 Bass Envelope Filter
MXR M82 Bass Envelope Filter
MXR M82 Bass Envelope Filter

MXR M82 Bass Envelope Filter

$152.00
Origin Effects Cali76 Compact Bass Compressor
Origin Effects Cali76 Compact Bass Compressor
Origin Effects Cali76 Compact Bass Compressor

Origin Effects Cali76 Compact Bass Compressor

$325.00
Bergantino Super Pre
Bergantino Super Pre
Bergantino Super Pre
Bergantino Super Pre

Bergantino Super Pre

$650.00
Damnation Audio Dirtmixer Bass Blender Pedal
Damnation Audio Dirtmixer Bass Blender Pedal
Damnation Audio Dirtmixer Bass Blender Pedal

Damnation Audio Dirtmixer Bass Blender Pedal

$179.00
Death by Audio Bass War Fuzz Pedal
Death by Audio Bass War Fuzz Pedal
Death by Audio Bass War Fuzz Pedal

Death by Audio Bass War Fuzz Pedal

$195.00
JAM Pedals Rattler MKII Bass Distortion Pedal
JAM Pedals Rattler MKII Bass Distortion Pedal
JAM Pedals Rattler MKII Bass Distortion Pedal

JAM Pedals Rattler MKII Bass Distortion Pedal

$239.00
Analog Alien Alien Bass Station Pedal
Analog Alien Alien Bass Station Pedal
Analog Alien Alien Bass Station Pedal

Analog Alien Alien Bass Station Pedal

$399.00
Origin Effects Cali76 MK2 Bass Compressor Super Vintage Blue
Origin Effects Cali76 MK2 Bass Compressor Super Vintage Blue
Origin Effects Cali76 MK2 Bass Compressor Super Vintage Blue

Origin Effects Cali76 MK2 Bass Compressor Super Vintage Blue

$379.00

Bass Bits

When you’ve got a full bass rig to lug around (plus a few new stompboxes on your pedalboard) it can be easy to lose sight of the littlest things. Make sure you’re all stocked up on all your bass supply needs when you shop for everything from picks to power supplies, patch cables, strings, and other accessories in CME’s BASSment!

SHOP PEDALBOARDS & POWER SUPPLIES

Pedaltrain NOVO 32 Pedalboard 5 Rails 32
Pedaltrain NOVO 32 Pedalboard 5 Rails 32
Pedaltrain NOVO 32 Pedalboard 5 Rails 32
Pedaltrain NOVO 32 Pedalboard 5 Rails 32
Pedaltrain NOVO 32 Pedalboard 5 Rails 32

Pedaltrain NOVO 32 Pedalboard 5 Rails 32" x 14.5" Wheeled Tour Hard Case

$295.00
Vertex Travel Plus TP2 MKII Pedalboard 20
Vertex Travel Plus TP2 MKII Pedalboard 20

Vertex Travel Plus TP2 MKII Pedalboard 20"x11" w/TP2 Riser

$332.00
Vertex TC3 MKII Hinged Riser
Vertex TC3 MKII Hinged Riser

Vertex TC3 MKII Hinged Riser

$207.00
Vertex TE3 MKII Hinged Riser
Vertex TE3 MKII Hinged Riser

Vertex TE3 MKII Hinged Riser

$218.00
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SHOP PATCH CABLES

D'Addario Flat Patch Cable 2
D'Addario Flat Patch Cable 2

D'Addario Flat Patch Cable 2" Right Angle Twin Pack

$19.99
Divine Noise 30ft White Curly Cable Accessories / Cables
Divine Noise 30ft White Curly Cable Accessories / Cables

Divine Noise 30ft White Curly Cable

$93.50
D'Addario Flat Patch Cable 2' Right Angle Accessories / Cables
D'Addario Flat Patch Cable 2' Right Angle Accessories / Cables
D'Addario Flat Patch Cable 2' Right Angle Accessories / Cables

D'Addario Flat Patch Cable 2' Right Angle

$14.99
RockBoard Flat Patch Y Splitter Cable 50 cm / 19 11/16
RockBoard Flat Patch Y Splitter Cable 50 cm / 19 11/16

RockBoard Flat Patch Y Splitter Cable 50 cm / 19 11/16"

$10.00

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You know we’ve always got a steady flow of new arrivals, plus plenty of vintage and used options, so come see what’s bubbling in the BASSment when you shop online; or, head downstairs when you visit CME’s Lincoln Avenue showroom, located in Chicago’s Lakeview neighborhood.

And, if you want to branch out beyond our top four favorites, shop our complete collection of bass effects, and start building the rig that’s right for you!

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