Best MXR Bass Pedals 2025

Premium MXR bass pedals - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: October 22, 2025 • Next update: October 29, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $100 Under $200 Under $300 Under $500 Under $800

SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced

GENRES & STYLES: For Bass-Specific Effects For Professional Bass Setup For Live Performance For Studio Recording For Tone Enhancement For Bass Players

BRANDS: MXR Darkglass Electro Harmonix Tech 21 Origin Effects EBS Boss Aguilar JAM pedals

MXR MB301 Bass Synth - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (30 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

MXR MB301 Bass Synth

by MXR

Studio Recording Tone Enhancement Professional Bass Setup

Key Feature:

• Designed specifically for bass frequencies

✓ PROS

• Maintains low-end clarity
• Designed specifically for bass frequencies

✗ CONS

• More expensive than guitar effects
• Takes up pedalboard space

MXR MB301 Bass SynthEffect Pedal for Electric BassBass synthIntergalactic grooves and vintage vibes from analogue...

⭐ 4.7/5 (30 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 621187

$362

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MXR M80 Bass DI Plus - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (14 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

MXR M80 Bass DI Plus

by MXR

Tone Enhancement Bass-Specific Effects Bass Players

Key Feature:

• Maintains low-end clarity

✓ PROS

• Essential for serious bass players
• Wide range of bass-specific effects

✗ CONS

• May not work well with guitars
• Requires bass-specific knowledge

MXR M80 Bass DI Plus, Bass Di PlusThe Bass D.I. + combines all the requirements a modern bass player has in a DI box in...

⭐ 4.5/5 (14 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 175204

$241

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MXR M 81 Bass Preamp - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (34 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

MXR M 81 Bass Preamp

by MXR

Studio Recording Live Performance Tone Enhancement

Key Feature:

• Essential for serious bass players

✓ PROS

• Wide range of bass-specific effects
• Maintains low-end clarity

✗ CONS

• Requires bass-specific knowledge
• Takes up pedalboard space

MXR M 81 Bass PreampCombination of Preamp and DI Box for Electric BassSeparate controls for input and outputParametric...

⭐ 4.6/5 (34 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 333371

$218

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MXR M84 Bass Fuzz Deluxe - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (11 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

MXR M84 Bass Fuzz Deluxe

by MXR

Professional Bass Setup Bass Players Bass-Specific Effects

Key Feature:

• Designed specifically for bass frequencies

✓ PROS

• Wide range of bass-specific effects
• Designed specifically for bass frequencies

✗ CONS

• Limited to bass applications
• May not work well with guitars

MXR M84 Bass Fuzz DeluxeEffect Pedal for Bass GuitarVintage circuitModified for modern bassistsFuzz toneControls for...

⭐ 4.5/5 (11 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 281808

$197

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MXR M288 Bass Octave Deluxe - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (28 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

MXR M288 Bass Octave Deluxe

by MXR

Bass Players Live Performance Studio Recording

Key Feature:

• Essential for serious bass players

✓ PROS

• Wide range of bass-specific effects
• Professional bass tone shaping

✗ CONS

• Limited to bass applications
• Takes up pedalboard space

MXR M288 Bass Octave Deluxe, Effect Pedal for Electric BassThe pedals of the company MXR are a hit since more than 30...

⭐ 4.7/5 (28 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 231320

$175

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MXR Bass Chorus Bundle PS A1 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (16 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

MXR Bass Chorus Bundle PS A1

by MXR

Bass-Specific Effects Tone Enhancement Professional Bass Setup

Key Feature:

• Professional bass tone shaping

✓ PROS

• Designed specifically for bass frequencies
• Professional bass tone shaping

✗ CONS

• Requires bass-specific knowledge
• Limited to bass applications

MXR Bass Chorus Bundle PS A1*Bundle offer comprising*, MXR M 83 Bass Chorus Deluxe*Effect Pedal for Electric...

⭐ 4.7/5 (16 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 495713

$262

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MXR Bass Comp Bundle PS A1 RB - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (13 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

MXR Bass Comp Bundle PS A1 RB

by MXR

Tone Enhancement Professional Bass Setup Live Performance

Key Feature:

• Maintains low-end clarity

✓ PROS

• Wide range of bass-specific effects
• Designed specifically for bass frequencies

✗ CONS

• Requires bass-specific knowledge
• Takes up pedalboard space

MXR Bass Comp Bundle PS A1 RB*Bundle offer comprising*, MXR M87 Bass Compressor*Effect Pedal*Compressor pedal for...

⭐ 4.7/5 (13 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 495348

$240

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MXR M 83 Bass Chorus Deluxe - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (50 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

MXR M 83 Bass Chorus Deluxe

by MXR

Bass Players Professional Bass Setup Tone Enhancement

Key Feature:

• Maintains low-end clarity

✓ PROS

• Designed specifically for bass frequencies
• Professional bass tone shaping

✗ CONS

• Limited to bass applications
• More expensive than guitar effects

MXR M 83 Bass Chorus DeluxeEffect Pedal for Electric BassChorus / FlangerAnalogue circuitStereo operation can be...

⭐ 4.5/5 (50 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 306200

$248

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MXR Bass Envelope Bundle PS A1 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (2 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

MXR Bass Envelope Bundle PS A1

by MXR

Tone Enhancement Studio Recording Live Performance

Key Feature:

• Essential for serious bass players

✓ PROS

• Designed specifically for bass frequencies
• Wide range of bass-specific effects

✗ CONS

• Limited to bass applications
• May not work well with guitars

MXR Bass Envelope Bundle PS A1*Bundle offer comprising*, MXR M 82 Bass Envelope Filter*Effect Pedal*For E-BassClassic...

⭐ 4.6/5 (2 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 495342

$213

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MXR Bass Chorus Bundle PS A1 RB - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#10

⭐ 4.7/5 (26 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

MXR Bass Chorus Bundle PS A1 RB

by MXR

Bass-Specific Effects Professional Bass Setup Bass Players

Key Feature:

• Designed specifically for bass frequencies

✓ PROS

• Designed specifically for bass frequencies
• Maintains low-end clarity

✗ CONS

• Limited to bass applications
• Requires bass-specific knowledge

MXR Bass Chorus Bundle PS A1 RB*Bundle offer comprising*, MXR M 83 Bass Chorus Deluxe*Effect Pedal for Electric...

⭐ 4.7/5 (26 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 495715

$263

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MXR M87 Bass Compressor - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#11

⭐ 4.4/5 (2 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

MXR M87 Bass Compressor

by MXR

Tone Enhancement Bass Players Live Performance

Key Feature:

• Wide range of bass-specific effects

✓ PROS

• Designed specifically for bass frequencies
• Essential for serious bass players

✗ CONS

• May not work well with guitars
• Takes up pedalboard space

MXR M87 Bass CompressorEffect PedalCompressor pedal for electric bassCHT "Constant headroom technology" for...

⭐ 4.4/5 (2 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 262004

$223

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MXR Bass Octave Bundle PS A1 RB - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#12

⭐ 4.8/5 (18 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

8/10

MXR Bass Octave Bundle PS A1 RB

by MXR

Bass Players Live Performance Tone Enhancement

Key Feature:

• Maintains low-end clarity

✓ PROS

• Maintains low-end clarity
• Professional bass tone shaping

✗ CONS

• Requires bass-specific knowledge
• More expensive than guitar effects

MXR Bass Octave Bundle PS A1 RB*Bundle offer comprising*, MXR M288 Bass Octave Deluxe*Effect Pedal for Electric...

⭐ 4.8/5 (18 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 495479

$191

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MXR Bass Distortion M 85 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#13

⭐ 4.6/5 (51 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

MXR Bass Distortion M 85

by MXR

Bass Players Studio Recording Professional Bass Setup

Key Feature:

• Essential for serious bass players

✓ PROS

• Designed specifically for bass frequencies
• Maintains low-end clarity

✗ CONS

• Limited to bass applications
• May not work well with guitars

MXR Bass Distortion M 85Effect Pedal for Electric BassDistortion pedalDeveloped by "pedal icon" and master of...

⭐ 4.6/5 (51 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 367524

$180

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MXR M 280 Vintage Bass Octave - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#14

⭐ 4.9/5 (27 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

MXR M 280 Vintage Bass Octave

by MXR

Bass-Specific Effects Tone Enhancement Bass Players

Key Feature:

• Wide range of bass-specific effects

✓ PROS

• Essential for serious bass players
• Professional bass tone shaping

✗ CONS

• More expensive than guitar effects
• Requires bass-specific knowledge

MXR M 280 Vintage Bass OctaveEffect Pedal for Electric BassSub-OctaverBased on a classic Sub-Octave circuitFrom fat...

⭐ 4.9/5 (27 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 459683

$191

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MXR Bass Envelope Bundle PS A1 RB - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#15

⭐ 4.6/5 (31 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

MXR Bass Envelope Bundle PS A1 RB

by MXR

Professional Bass Setup Tone Enhancement Studio Recording

Key Feature:

• Maintains low-end clarity

✓ PROS

• Wide range of bass-specific effects
• Designed specifically for bass frequencies

✗ CONS

• Limited to bass applications
• Takes up pedalboard space

MXR Bass Envelope Bundle PS A1 RB*Bundle offer comprising*, MXR M 82 Bass Envelope Filter*Effect Pedal*For...

⭐ 4.6/5 (31 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 495343

$215

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How to Choose the Best Bass Pedals

Budget Planning

• Under $200: Entry-level
• $200-$500: Intermediate
• $500-$1000: Advanced
• $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

• Sound clarity & tone
• Build materials & finish
• Hardware durability
• Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

• Your musical style
• Skill level match
• Intended use case
• Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.

Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.

Higher-priced bass pedals typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.

Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.

Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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Best MXR Bass Pedals 2025

MXR MB301 Bass Synth

MXR M80 Bass DI Plus

MXR M 81 Bass Preamp

MXR M84 Bass Fuzz Deluxe

MXR M288 Bass Octave Deluxe

MXR Bass Chorus Bundle PS A1

MXR Bass Comp Bundle PS A1 RB

MXR M 83 Bass Chorus Deluxe

MXR Bass Envelope Bundle PS A1

MXR Bass Chorus Bundle PS A1 RB

MXR M87 Bass Compressor

MXR Bass Octave Bundle PS A1 RB

MXR Bass Distortion M 85

MXR M 280 Vintage Bass Octave

MXR Bass Envelope Bundle PS A1 RB

How to Choose the Best Bass Pedals

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Key Features

Frequently Asked Questions

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