Exploring the Bassfire’s effects
Imagine having nine different stomp boxes at your feet. The Bassfire’s effects section works the same way: nine different effects modules are chained together in a sequence that you determine. You can control the parameters for each of those nine modules using the EFFECT, VALUE, and DRIVE knobs on the left- hand side of the front of the Bassfire. First though, take some time to familiarize yourself with the Bassfire’s default programs.
Turn the Effect knob all the way to the left to select Play. Now, play your bass and explore the programs by pressing the Program Up and Program Down buttons, twisting the Value knob, or by using optional footswitches attached to the rear of the unit.
You’ll hear programs ranging from clean and chorusy to grungy and downright nasty. If you have a pair of headphones, you might want to plug them in to the front panel headphone jack to hear the true stereo effects.
Modifying effects programs
There’s a lot more to the Bassfire’s effects than just what’s in the presets. The following pages provide a guide to the effects available.
Once you move the EFFECT knob out of the Play position, you’re ready to start editing the effects. Once you change an effect, the EDITED LED on the bottom right of the display will light. From left to right, here are your options:
PLAY
In this setting, the display shows you the current program number. This is the mode you should choose for typical live performances, as it allows you to switch programs easily via the foot pedals.
Indicates the bank letter and program number of the current program.
COMP/LIMIT (Compressor/Limiter)
Compression. Adds sustain and smoothness by lowering the dynamic range.
Limiting. Retains the original volume, but smooths out the loudest peaks.
Off.Turns COMP/LIMIT off.
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