




Zoom B6 Multi-Effects Processor for Electric Bass
The Zoom B6 is a multi-effects processor crafted to provide a wide array of sonic options for both electric and acoustic bass players. It brings the renowned sounds of Zoom into the 2020s, featuring user-friendly controls, high-quality audio, looping capabilities, rhythmic patterns, numerous input/output options, USB audio interface connectivity, and support for visually impaired users.
A variety of DI types, amplifier models, cabinet impulse responses, and preamp emulations are available, all recorded at 88.2 kHz to maintain high-frequency fidelity whenever feasible. Utilize the 4.3-inch touchscreen and footswitches to configure your ideal sound, or follow the instructions of the command system designed for visually impaired users; every aspect has been carefully considered for user comfort and tonal quality. The independent variable-Z inputs allow for smooth transitions between active and passive bass instruments. Sound can be directed to headphones, amplifiers, and line-level outputs.
Features
- Zoom's new analog circuit in the DI section improves the low frequencies of your instrument
- With an 88.2 kHz effects processor, the B6 remains pristinely free of unwanted aliasing distortion.
- Zoom modeled four iconic preamps for this unit. Two tube emulations are on hand: one with rich harmonics, the other with a clear attack and a tight low end. Two solid-state modes are also on hand: one offering sharp tones, subtle compression, and low-end preservation for piezo pickups, the other offering an absolutely clean timbre with little distortion.
- Separate inputs allow you to A/B switch from electric bass to synth or acoustic bass, and back again. Both inputs let you change the impedance from 1 to 10 megohms, giving you a cleaner tone for upright basses equipped with piezo pickups.
- The B6 features 11 classic zoom amp models in history, as well as two brand new amp algorithms.
- The B6 provides simulations of 12 classic bass cabinets, each with three variations based on mic positioning.
- The 4.3" color touchscreen lets you drag, drop, and rearrange effects to build the perfect signal chain in seconds.
4 Play Modes
- Effect Board
- This mode provides a visual representation of your pedal chain. By clicking the assigned foot switch, you can turn on or off an effect in your patch.
- This mode provides a visual representation of your pedal chain. By clicking the assigned foot switch, you can turn on or off an effect in your patch.
- Bank/Patch
- This mode lets you scroll up and down through your Banks and Patches by clicking the corresponding foot switch.
- This mode lets you scroll up and down through your Banks and Patches by clicking the corresponding foot switch.
- Memory
- Ideal for organizing your patches for performances, the Memory Mode allows the footswitches to activate one of the 4 patches in each bank.
- Ideal for organizing your patches for performances, the Memory Mode allows the footswitches to activate one of the 4 patches in each bank.
- Looper
- Use the Looper to add layers to your sound.
- Use the Looper to add layers to your sound.
Brand New Amp Emulations
- Sun CB
- This model offers clean bass and bright high frequencies.
- This model offers clean bass and bright high frequencies.
- Monotone
- A solid-state combo amp perfect for jazz, this emulation features a round low midrange with a calm overall tone.
- A solid-state combo amp perfect for jazz, this emulation features a round low midrange with a calm overall tone.
Preamp and FX Emulation
- Clear Drive
- This original ZOOM Clear DRV preamp uses a linear phase filter in the distortion path. As a result, phase interference is eliminated during dry mixing, providing a clear drive.
- This original ZOOM Clear DRV preamp uses a linear phase filter in the distortion path. As a result, phase interference is eliminated during dry mixing, providing a clear drive.
- Super Low Preamp
- A ZOOM original preamp for super-low sound. Using missing-fundamental acoustic science, SpLoPre is equipped with a bass enhancer, which emphasizes the low end of every note. With a Lo EQ and a minus-one-octave sound, a super-low-end tone is produced.
- A ZOOM original preamp for super-low sound. Using missing-fundamental acoustic science, SpLoPre is equipped with a bass enhancer, which emphasizes the low end of every note. With a Lo EQ and a minus-one-octave sound, a super-low-end tone is produced.
- Djent Preamp
- An original ZOOM preamp recommended for Djent sounds. This preamp combines an undistorted low-end with a strongly distorted high-end to provide a crisp, intense distortion even with a down-tuned 5-string bass.
- An original ZOOM preamp recommended for Djent sounds. This preamp combines an undistorted low-end with a strongly distorted high-end to provide a crisp, intense distortion even with a down-tuned 5-string bass.
- 1073 Preamp
- A thick, warm sound of a vintage mic preamp with transformer distortion.
- A thick, warm sound of a vintage mic preamp with transformer distortion.
- Solid Preamp
- Modeled after a console's solid-state mic preamp, the SolidPre delivers tight sounding harmonics with the ultralow frequencies cut out.
- Modeled after a console's solid-state mic preamp, the SolidPre delivers tight sounding harmonics with the ultralow frequencies cut out.
- Bass Analog Octave
- ZOOM's original octaver using an algorithm based on the operating principle of analog octavers.
- ZOOM's original octaver using an algorithm based on the operating principle of analog octavers.
- Bass Standard Synth
- ZOOM's original bass synthesizer sound with adjustable filtering details.
- ZOOM's original bass synthesizer sound with adjustable filtering details.
- Bass Synth Talk
- This effect produces a synthesizer sound similar to a talking modulator.
- This effect produces a synthesizer sound similar to a talking modulator.
Pedal |
|
---|---|
Simultaneous Effects | 6x |
Patches | User: 240x |
Sampling Frequency | 88.2 kHz |
AD/DA | 24-Bit with 128x Oversampling |
Signal Processing | 32-Bit |
Frequency Characteristics | 20 Hz to 40 kHz, ±0.5 dB, 10-Kilohm Load |
Controls | 4 x FX Footswitches 1 x Tap Tempo Switch 1 x Mode Switch 1 x Bypass/Engage Switch 1 x DI Selector Switch 1 x Input Selector Switch |
Display | TFT color LCD (480 x 272 pixels), 4.3" / 10.9 cm |
Noise Floor | Amp/Phones: -96 dBu Output: -100 dBu Send: -99 dBu |
I/O | 2 x 1/4" TS Inputs (Impedance Selectable) 1 x 1/4" TS Return Input 1 x 1/4" TRS Control Input 1 x 3.5 mm TRS Auxiliary Input 1 X 1/4" TRS Send Output 1 x 1/4" Amp/Line/Phone Output 1 x XLR Output, Balanced 1 x USB Type-C Port |
Input Level | Inputs 1/2: -20 dBu Return: -20 dBu Aux In: -10 dBu |
Input Impedance | Inputs 1/2: 1/10 Megohm Return: 1 Megohm Aux In: 10 Kilohms |
Output Level | Amp Out/Phones: +11.4 dBu with Output of 10 Kilohms or Higher Send Output: +11.4 dBu with Output of 10 Kilohms or Higher |
Headphone Output Power | 24 mW + 24 mW at 32 Ohms |
Output Impedance | 100 Ohms (Hot Ground, Cold Ground), 200 Ohms (Hot-Cold) |
Control Input | FP02M Input |
Power | Zoom AD-16, Supplied |
USB | USB 2.0 Micro-B Supported Cable Type: Micro-B |
Audio Interface | USB 2.0 Full Speed, 44.1 kHz (32-bit) / 88.2 kHz (16-bit), 2 Inputs, 2 Outputs |
SD Card | Cards that Support SD/SDXC/SDHC Specifications (Class 10 or Higher) |
Looper | 44.1 kHz / 16-Bit Stereo WAV |
Impulse Response | 44.1 to 192 kHz, 16/24/32-Bit WAV |
Dimensions | 9 x 16.5 x 2.6" / 22.8 x 41.8 x 6.5 cm |
Weight | 4.2 lb / 1.9 kg |




