Electro Harmonix BASS9 Bass Machine
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Electro Harmonix
BASS9 Bass Machine
Product Info
Article Number:
471965
Brand:
Electro Harmonix
Model:
BASS9 Bass Machine
Category:
Guitar Effects
Price:
$251.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The BASS9 is a surprisingly capable bass generator. It's a fantastic tool for guitarists wanting to expand their sonic palette or bassists needing a quick and affordable way to add unique tones. While not a replacement for a real bass, it's a fun and creative effects unit for studio and live use.
Product Description
- Electro Harmonix BASS9 Bass Machine
- Effects pedal for electric guitar
- Generates different bass sounds from the instrument signal
- No special pickups necessary
- With a new algorithm that has been revised for transposing one to two octaves down with superior dynamics and optimised tracking
- 9 Bass sounds: Precision
- Longhorn
- Fretless
- Synth
- Virtual
- Bowed
- Split Bass
- 3: 03
- and Flip-Flop
- Instrument signal can be mixed with bass sound (effect)
- Fast tracking
- Independent Effect and Dry volume controls for effect output
- Extra Dry output socket outputs your input signal unchanged
- Controls: Dry Vol
- Effect Vol
- Control 1
- Control 2 and Preset selector switch
- Powered via included 9 V DC power supply
- Power consumption: 100 mA
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 102 x 121 x 89 mm
*Connectors:*
- Input: 6.3 mm jack
- Effects output: 6.3 mm jack
- Dry output: 6.3 mm jack
- Power adapter: AC adapter
- 5.5 x 2.1 mm
- negative polarity inside
PROS
- • Excellent tracking, even with fast playing and complex basslines
- • The 'Bowed' and 'Synth' sounds offer genuinely unique textures
- • Independent Dry/Effect volume allows for subtle blending or extreme effects
- • Compact size makes it pedalboard-friendly without sacrificing functionality
CONS
- • The 'Split Bass' sound can be muddy if not carefully EQ'd
- • Preset selector feels a bit cheap and lacks tactile feedback
- • Some sounds, like 'Flip-Flop', are novelty rather than usable tones
Product Video
Key Features
Effect Type
Bass Modeling
Controls
Dry Vol, Effect Vol, Control 1, Control 2, Preset Selector
Bypass Type
True Bypass
Power Supply
9V DC Adapter (included)
Connections
Input, Output, Dry Output, DC 9V
Dimensions
102 x 121 x 89 mm
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Frequently Asked Questions
The dry blend is decent, but lacks the pristine clarity of a dedicated DI. It’s great for adding subtle bass reinforcement, but not for critical recording scenarios.
They’re inspired by classic basses—a Precision, a Longhorn—but they're not direct emulations. Think of them as interpretations, offering a unique flavor rather than a perfect replica.
It’s designed to work with standard passive guitar pickups. The algorithm compensates for the different signal characteristics, but you might need to adjust levels.
