Boss ME-8B Bass Multiple Effects

January 18, 1996 -- BOSS recently introduced a collection of compact effects pedals designed specifically for electric bassists. These "bass-optimized" pedals have been so well received that BOSS has decided to follow-up with a powerful, all-in-one bass multi effect: the ME-8B Bass Multiple Effects Processor. This floor pedal style effects unit offers virtually every sound possibility for the variety conscious bassist.

The ME-8B offers a comprehensive collection of BOSS effects, perfectly suited to bass. Simply touch the pedals to access compression, EQ, delay, chorus and pitch-shifting as well as an outstanding collection of newly developed effects using some of BOSS' most impressive proprietary technology. A greatly improved signal-to-noise ratio is accomplished via a brand new high performance DSP chip. The new chip provides 18-bit AF (Adaptive Focus) Method A/D conversion and 20-bit D/A conversion. Extensive realtime control is easily performed with the dedicated control pedal.

Built-in effects also including reverb, flanger and even bass overdrive. Unique effects include the newly developed "Defretter" which turns any fretted bass into a "fretless" at the touch of a pedal. This is extremely useful for both live and recording applications. For easy control and one-touch recall, there are 50 preset patches and 50 user patches.

This versatile unit even has a built-in chromatic tuner. With all these great innovations and useful features, the ME-8B is still extremely user-friendly and thoroughly road worthy. BOSS' trademark durability and portable design, combined with exciting features and breakthrough effects make the ME-8B the multi-effects board to have for the serious bassist.

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