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could someone please tell me the difference between distortion and overdrive effects on the bass guitar. Im looking for a pedal and noticed distortion and overdrive pedals and im not sure the difference between the two. thanks
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Posted 31 December 2008 - 10:34 AM
That's a very good question but unfortunatly there is no definite answer... 
Well at least let me try one: Overdrive is the sound you get when you put more gain into the amp that it can handles hence producing a crunchy sound. It is generally accepted that an overdrive pedal has a bit less crunch or "bite" if you will than a distortion pedal.
Distortion is more a break down of the sound. Think of it as a blown speaker that you still trying to make work. It is the sound you'll get from band such as Metallica or Slayer to give you an idea.
Having said that, i must point out that either distortion or overdrive pedal tend to be real tone sucker for bass. Some manufecturer make some pedal specifically for bass. If it's possible lean toward one of those and it may help you keep your bassy tone.
I have used a Ibanez PD7 Phat-Hed pedal for a while and was happy with the sound i had with it. Here is a review from Harmony Central.
Well at least let me try one: Overdrive is the sound you get when you put more gain into the amp that it can handles hence producing a crunchy sound. It is generally accepted that an overdrive pedal has a bit less crunch or "bite" if you will than a distortion pedal.
Distortion is more a break down of the sound. Think of it as a blown speaker that you still trying to make work. It is the sound you'll get from band such as Metallica or Slayer to give you an idea.
Having said that, i must point out that either distortion or overdrive pedal tend to be real tone sucker for bass. Some manufecturer make some pedal specifically for bass. If it's possible lean toward one of those and it may help you keep your bassy tone.
I have used a Ibanez PD7 Phat-Hed pedal for a while and was happy with the sound i had with it. Here is a review from Harmony Central.
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Posted 01 January 2009 - 12:56 AM
I don't personally care for effects pedals, but I know several players who absolutely SWEAR by this pedal: the Tech 21 VT Bass Pedal....check it out:
http://www.youtube.c...h?v=ot6jQTYdSCY
http://www.youtube.c...h?v=ot6jQTYdSCY
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Posted 16 January 2009 - 08:35 PM
Strictly as a follow up to the information on the Tech 21 VT pedal:
I live near the MF/GC clearance center and was out there just goofing off a while back. They had these pedals (Blem) for $120. I figured "what the hell" and grabbed one. It was in perfect shape, with the exception of the box it came in - a little bent up - no big deal.
Took it home and WHAMMMMMOOOO!!! This is THE pedal that I have waited for (and didn't think existed) for years! Great tube sound and distortion and absolutely no loss of low end. I use it constantly now.....
I HIGHLY recommed it!
RF
I live near the MF/GC clearance center and was out there just goofing off a while back. They had these pedals (Blem) for $120. I figured "what the hell" and grabbed one. It was in perfect shape, with the exception of the box it came in - a little bent up - no big deal.
Took it home and WHAMMMMMOOOO!!! This is THE pedal that I have waited for (and didn't think existed) for years! Great tube sound and distortion and absolutely no loss of low end. I use it constantly now.....
I HIGHLY recommed it!
RF
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Posted 17 January 2009 - 11:36 AM
QUOTE (randallflagg @ Jan 1 2009, 12:56 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I don't personally care for effects pedals, but I know several players who absolutely SWEAR by this pedal: the Tech 21 VT Bass Pedal....check it out:
http://www.youtube.c...h?v=ot6jQTYdSCY
http://www.youtube.c...h?v=ot6jQTYdSCY
my little micro GK amp sounds better. however if you looking for distortion maybe this pedal will be the thing. seems a little noisy to me. then again I like big fat clean bass rich in sound.
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