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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 Nikki Monninger uses Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet

Nikki Monninger

Singer, Bassist

Silversun Pickups

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Verified via Bassplayer

Pedals: Malekko B:Assmaster, Zvex Woolly Mammoth Bass Fuzz, Boss ODB-3 Overdrive, Electro-Harmonix Bass Micro Synth, Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet, EBS Octabass, Aguilar TLC Compressor

See how Stefan Lessard uses Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet

Stefan Lessard

Bassist

Dave Matthews Band

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Verified via Dave Matthews Band
See how Nick Jost uses Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet

Nick Jost

Bassist, Keyboardist

Baroness

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Verified via Photo

In a photo from a Baroness gig in 2013, Nick Jost can be seen using a Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet on his pedalboard.

See how Duncan Stewart uses Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet

Duncan Stewart

Bassist

Basement

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Verified via Instagram

In an Instagram photo by duncanstewart_ik, Duncan Stewart's Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet is visible on the table in front of him.

See how Roberta Sammarelli uses Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet

Roberta Sammarelli

Bassist, Keyboardist

Verdena

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Verified via effettidiclara

the pedal is listed in the official page of effettidiclara

See how Joe Lester (Intronaut) uses Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet

Joe Lester (Intronaut)

Bassist

Intronaut

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Verified via Premierguitar

According to Premier Guitar's rig rundown of Intronaut, Joe uses a Fulltone Mosfet Bass-Drive.

See how Stephen Pope Jr. uses Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet

Stephen Pope Jr.

Bassist, Composer

Wavves

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Verified via Bassplayer

In this article Pope is said to use a Fulltone Bass Driver

See how Peter Mulders uses Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet

Peter Mulders

Bassist

Brutus

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Verified via Photo

Peter's Fulltone Bass Drive can be seen here on an Instagram story posted by the band showing his and Stijn's pedalboards.

See how Chris Cain uses Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet

Chris Cain

Bassist

Bad Wolves

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Verified via Photo

Chris Cain's Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet pedal can be seen in this Instagram story from We Are Scientists.

See how Jeff Caxide uses Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet

Jeff Caxide

Bassist

Isis

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Verified via TalkBass.com

Jeff Caxide uses the Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet, as seen in the "Pedal Fever" discussion on TalkBass.com.

See how Justin Harris uses Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet

Justin Harris

Bassist

Bloc Party

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Verified via Flickr

(Note the Korg DT-10, which is exactly the one which later appeared in Bloc Party's rig rundown.) In this 2012 photo of Menomena's gear, taken at their Brussels concert, the Fulltone Bass Drive is visible.

See how Bryan Herweg uses Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet

Bryan Herweg

Bassist

Pelican

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Verified via TalkBass.com

In a discussion on TalkBass.com, Bryan Herweg is noted for using the Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet pedal.

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