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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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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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Rhydian Dafydd

Composer

The Joy Formidable

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Verified via BassPlayer.com

Listed among his gear in an interview with Bass Player.

See how Kiyoshi uses Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet

Kiyoshi

Singer, Bassist

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Verified via Facebook

In a video on Kiyoshi's official Facebook page, the artist showcases the Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet, highlighting its role in her bass effects setup.

See how Victor Krummenacher uses Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet

Victor Krummenacher

Singer, Guitarist

Camper Van Beethoven

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Verified via Twitter

According to Krummenacher's Tweet, his pedalboard is fairly simple - he uses this pedal, along with the Boss TU-2 tuner.

See how Will Bottomley uses Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet

Will Bottomley

Bassist

Marmozets

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Verified via YouTube

In a 2012 YouTube video by MARMOZETS, Will Bottomley mentions purchasing the Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet.

See how Rodrigo Palma uses Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet

Rodrigo Palma

Bassist

Saves the Day

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Verified via Photo

In this Instagram post from Rodrigo's personal instagram page, we can see he is using the Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet pedal with Saves the Day and Into It. Over It.

See how Bobby Markos uses Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet

Bobby Markos

Bassist

Cloakroom

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Verified via YouTube

in the minute 1:10 you can see all pedals

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Deon Rexroat

Bassist

Anberlin

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Verified via Photo

This is Deon's pedalboard for shows with Loose Talk around January 2020.

See how David González (Berri Txarrak) uses Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet

David González (Berri Txarrak)

Bassist

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Verified via Facebook

David González of Berri Txarrak uses the Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet as his main drive pedal, as shown in a Facebook photo.

See how Chuck Fay uses Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet

Chuck Fay

Singer, Bassist

State Radio

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Verified via The Rigs

"I can get really aggressive with distortion using my Fulltone Bass Drive and Crowther Hot Cake. I can go up an octave with my Whammy IV, roll off the neck pickup on either my ’78 Fender Jazz or EBO copy and pretend I’m a lead guitar player."

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YUKKE

Guitarist, Bassist

MUCC

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Verified via Photo

In Glare magazine Vol. 11, an image shows that YUKKE has a Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet on his pedalboard.

See how Martin Delahaye uses Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet

Martin Delahaye

Bassist, Music Producer

Panza

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Verified via Facebook

Dead center, in the bottom row of this image of Martin's pedalboard we can see a Fulltone Bass-Drive Mosfet.

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