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Effect pedals designed to add a raw edge to your bass sound can be split into three different categories: bass fuzz, bass overdrive, or bass distortion. And on this page, you'll find all of the overdrive and distortion you and your bass could ever want or need.

The Best Bass Distortion or Overdrive

If you're seeking something with more edge to it, but the shredded, buzzing sound of a bass fuzz pedal is not what you're looking for, then you're in the right place. If you just want to enrich the output of your stack or combo amplifier with a sweet dose of tasteful colour and maybe give the mid-range response a bit of a boost, then an overdrive pedal will probably do it for you. If you want to get extreme and really push your bass sound to the front of the mix, then you'll want some mighty and meaty distortion instead.

Mini-Pedals, Tube-Overdrive & Blend

These days, you can get both distortion and overdrive bass effects packed away in pretty small boxes, but if you need things to be as space-saving as possible, then you could just opt for a micro or mini pedal. For bassists that can't get enough of the organic, character-packed sound of a tube-driven amplifier, there are even pedals with a real preamp valve built-in. You can also get models that feature a blend function: perfect if you're looking for an overdriven or fully distorted sound but still want to retain your clean sound. And, to really polish off your pedalboard, you'll also be able to find all of thepower supplies, patch leads and pedalboards you need right here.

The Best Bass Pedal for Metal: Drive, Distortion or Fuzz?

Keeping their sound clear and articulated is a challenge for any bassist working with harder genres like metal. To complete the sound of the band and to make sure your bass is punching through, a bass distortion or overdrive (or both) is a must. While an overdrive pedal will give your foundation sound a bit more push and character, a distortion pedal will boost the sound even further - just like it does for the guitarist. Of course, if you can't find your signature sound here, then have a look at our range of bass guitar fuzz pedals.

Frequently Asked Questions About Bass Overdrive & Distortion Pedals

What is bass overdrive and distortion for?

An overdrive or distortion pedal gives the sound of a bass guitar a more raw and ragged edge without the bassist having to push their amplifier too far. This way, bassists can immediately flip from a driven or distorted sound to a clean sound at the literal push of a button.

Do I need bass overdrive or bass distortion?

An overdrive pedal mimics the sound of an overdriven valve amplifier, resulting in a more raw bass sound. A distortion pedal has a similar effect but is even more intense and extreme.

Can I combine a distortion pedal with an overdrive pedal?

It's absolutely possible to combine distortion pedals with overdrive pedals and use both at the same time. This method is referred to as gain stacking. To build a gain stack, place the overdrive before the distortion in your effect chain, then start by turning the gain knobs down a bit so you're not just making a mess of noise.

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Boss BB-1X Bass Driver bass overdrive

The Boss BB-1X is an overdrive stomp box for bassists who want to emphasise the characteristics of their bass guitar and amplifier, but still have a wide overdrive palette to choose from. Amp and line outputs are present.

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EarthQuaker Devices Blumes Low Signal Shredder Bass Overdrive Pedal

In the tight form of the Blumes Low Signal Shredder, EarthQuaker Devices sort bassists out with a fully analogue overdrive loaded with no-less-than three different clipping modes for shaping a broad stack of drives.

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Way Huge WM23 Smalls Red Llama Overdrive MkIII Pedal

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Proco RAT2 Distortion Effect Pedal

Let loose in 2008, and directly based on the 1988 original, the second edition of the Proco RAT pedal gives you every bit of the classic and fluffy yet defined distortion you've been dreaming of.

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EarthQuaker Devices Zoar Dynamic Audio Grinder Medium-High Gain Distortion Effect Pedal

Kit out your rig with discrete, medium high-gain distortion shaped by a transistor-only circuit complete with detailed EQ controls and responsive amp-like sound. This is the EarthQuaker Devices Zoar Dynamic Audio Grinder.

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Darkglass Vintage Microtubes Bass OverDrive

With the Vintage Microtubes bass overdrive, Darkglass Electronics pays tribute to some of most legendary sounds in rock history. This stomp box gives you the same sort of organic compression old tube amps are known for.

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Aguilar Tone Hammer Preamp & DI Box

The Aguilar Tone Hammer gives you the quintessential Aguilar sound in the form of a rather compact pedal. This preamp/direct box is equipped with a versatile, active 3-band EQ plus a colourful drive function. It is the perfect tool for recordings and live performances.

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Aclam Dr. Robert Overdrive

Aclam's Dr. Robert overdrive pedal is an accurate replica of the legendary VOX UL730 guitar amplifier and you might as well consider this true bypass pedal like The Beatles in a box!

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