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Description

Dive into the rich, raunchy tones of the Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet, a bass effect pedal designed for musicians who crave a gritty, growling sound. This pedal isn't just about the grind, it also offers an extended bass response that preserves your bottom octave while delivering an SVT-like growl. With a switchable boost for that extra punch and versatile voicings and clipping modes to shape your sound, this pedal is more than capable of making your basslines stand out and be heard.

Key Features:

  • Extended, deep bass response
  • SVT-like growl for a raunchy tone
  • Switchable boost for additional volume
  • Versatile voicings and clipping modes to shape your sound

Product specs

Brand Fulltone
Model Bass Drive MOSFET
Finish Silver
Year 2010s
Made In United States
Categories Bass Effect Pedals, Overdrive and Boost Pedals

FAQs

What type of power supply does the Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet require?

The Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet requires a standard 9V DC power supply, and it can also be powered by a 9V battery for added convenience.

Is the Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet suitable for live performances?

Yes, the Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet is designed for both studio and live performance settings, offering robust overdrive and boost capabilities that can cut through a mix.

Can the Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet be used with a guitar as well as a bass?

While designed specifically for bass, the Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet can also be used with electric guitars, providing a versatile overdrive and boost that enhances low-end frequencies.

How does the MOSFET switch affect the sound of the Fulltone Bass-Drive?

The MOSFET switch on the Fulltone Bass-Drive enhances the pedal's harmonic richness and dynamic response, offering a smoother overdrive with more pronounced midrange tones.

Does the Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet have true bypass?

Yes, the Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet features true bypass, ensuring that your signal remains unaffected when the pedal is not engaged.

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Reviews

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet.

Features and functionality

  • The CompCut/FM/Vintage switch significantly alters the pedal's sound, with CompCut providing a transparent saturation effect and Vintage offering a more scooped, articulate tone.

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Comparisons

  • Compared to the Green Rhino, the Fulltone Bass Drive is less bright but offers a versatile dirt solution with fewer power cables needed.

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  • The JHS Moonshine V2 offers a preferable range and a clean blend feature, making it a compact alternative to the Bass-Drive for some users.

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  • JAM Pedals' LucyDreamer is likened to a bass tube screamer, offering a distinct tonal option similar to the Fulltone Bass-Drive.

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  • The Joyo Double Thruster is noted for its mid-boost switch, providing a tube amp-like overdrive and cutting through the mix effectively, making it a budget-friendly alternative.

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Mods and upgrades

  • Owners are exploring modifying the pedal to maintain low-end frequencies, specifically around the ~100 Hz range, by adjusting the capacitors.

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Use cases and applications

  • The pedal excels in delivering a mix of cranked OCD and Big Muff tones, tight and aggressive but without the sustain typical of a Big Muff.

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  • Smallsound/Bigsound Team Awesome! Fuzz Machine offers brutal tones with a clean blend, suitable for retaining low-end in heavy, twisted bass riffs.

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User experience

  • Owners have noted the boost footswitch can significantly increase volume and overdrive, which may require careful management to avoid excessive loudness.

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  • Owners express difficulty finding second-hand Fulltone Bass-Drive units, suggesting high satisfaction and reluctance to sell.

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4.5 out of 5

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skytimesfive

good but not for me

nice overdrive pedal, keeps your low end tight and present but doesnt have much gain even with both switches pressed

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See how Mark Hoppus uses Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet

Mark Hoppus

Singer, Bassist

Blink-182

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Verified via PhotoBucket

Photo of Mark Hoppus live pedalboard

See how Nate Mendel uses Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet

Nate Mendel

Bassist

Foo Fighters

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Verified via Photo

"I use a Fulltone overdrive pedal on one song, but I’m not using many pedals these days. Now that we have three guitar players [Grohl, Chris Shiflett, and Pat Smear]" / original link went down (http://www.bassplayer.com/artists/1171/nate-mendel-with-the-foo-fighters/26511)

In the added pic you can spot the Fulltone Bassdrive clearly visible on his board

See how Jeff Ament uses Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet

Jeff Ament

Bassist

Pearl Jam

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Verified via Photo

Can be seen on Jeff's pedal board at http://giventowail.com/site/img/gear/jeff/jeff_board.jpg

See how Dallon Weekes uses Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet

Dallon Weekes

Singer, Bassist

Panic! at the Disco

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Verified via Photo

Dallon Weekes is seen using the Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet in an Instagram post where he mentions "making noise" while being considerate of his neighbors.

See how Matt Freeman uses Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet

Matt Freeman

Bassist

Rancid

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Verified via reverb.com

Matt Freeman, bassist of Rancid, is confirmed to own and use the Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet, as verified by a listing on Reverb.

See how Debbie Googe uses Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet

Debbie Googe

Bassist

My Bloody Valentine

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Verified via Talkbass

A Fulltone Bass-Drive can be seen in this picture of Debbie Googe's My Bloody Valentine pedalboard.

See how Brendan Benson uses Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet

Brendan Benson

Singer, Guitarist

The Raconteurs

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Verified via YouTube

At around 4:40 minute mark, Fulltone Bass Drive pedal is visible.

See how Jack Lawrence uses Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet

Jack Lawrence

Bassist

The Raconteurs

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Verified via YouTube

Clearly visible in this demonstration of his gear at 0:35 along with his MicroSynth pedal.

See how Ben Kenney uses Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet

Ben Kenney

Guitarist, Bassist

Incubus

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Verified via YouTube

At around 6:58-6:59, a Fulltone Bass Drive is seen on Ben Kenney's pedalboard.

See how Jeff Matz uses Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet

Jeff Matz

Bassist

High On Fire

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Verified via Bassplayer

Bass : First Act Limited Edition Delgada; GHS Bass Boomers (.050-.115), Dunlop Tortex Picks (1.14mm)

Rig : 80s Ampeg SVT VL head and 8x10 cab; 70s Laney Klipp head and Marshall 4x12 cab

Effects : MXR M80 Bass DI, Fulltone Bass-Drive MOSFET, Electro-Harmonix Metal Muff, Whirlwind A/B Box, Boss TU-2 Chromatic Tuner

"I run the DI, with distortion as my primary tone, into the SVT. I've also been using Matt's Metal Muff to get a crazy, overdriven sound. We like the heaviness of tuning down two steps to CFBbEb."

http://www.bassplayer.com/article/high-fires-jeff/may-08/35685

See how Alex Brady uses Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet

Alex Brady

Bassist

Julie

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Verified via Photo

in this image, on the floor next to her pedalboard, you can see the fulltone bass drive mosfet

See how Dan Andriano uses Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet

Dan Andriano

Singer, Guitarist

Alkaline Trio

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Verified via Orangeamps

I’m always running a Fulltone Bass Driver, just barely gained up

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