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Boss FBM-1 Fender '59 Bassman Pedal

Item ID: FBM1

Guitar Effects Amplifier Modeling Pedal with Fender '59 Bassman Model

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A Must-have Bassman - in a Stompbox!

The BOSS FBM-1 offers up classic Fender Bassman tone in one rugged little stompbox. The Bassman was the world's first bass amplifier, and it quickly gained favor with guitarists of the day for its unique tonal abilities. In fact, it's still a popular pick. Designed in collaboration with Fender, the FBM-1 faithfully re-creates that flavor and feel of a classic '59 Bassman amp. So, grab the tone of one of the most sought-after amps in history (for just a fraction of the price) with the BOSS FBM-1.

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BOSS FBM-1 Fender '59 Bassman Effects Pedal at a Glance:
  • Classic Fender '59 Bassman tone in a stompbox
  • Great as a pre-gain pedal for Fender tonal color

Classic Fender '59 Bassman tone in a stompbox
The Fender '59 Bassman is far and away one of the classic amps, and having that sought-after tone in a stompbox is truly a marvel. Created as a bass amp, guitarists quickly latched onto the Bassman for its beefy tones. From chunky rhythm tones to smooth solos, the FBM-1 faithfully delivers the sound and response of the Bassman.

Great as a pre-gain pedal for Fender tonal color
The coolest thing about the FBM-1 is that it can work with any amp to add Fender color to your tone. No matter what you play through, the FBM-1 will deliver a touch of the Bassman sound to your signal. Plus, the Bright In input can be used to create a brighter tone, similar to the original Bassman.

BOSS FBM-1 Fender '59 Bassman Effects Pedal Features:
  • Re-creates the legendary tone of the 1959 Fender Bassman amp
  • Additional Bright In provides a brighter sound, similar to the original Bassman
  • Presence, Treble, Mid, and Bass EQ controls
  • Perfect pre-gain pedal for adding or retaining Fender tone color

The BOSS FBM-1 puts a classic amp into a handy, affordable stompbox!
Specification Detail
Type Fender Bassman Emulation
Inputs 2 x Instrument
Outputs 1 x 1/4"
Power Supply Included No
Batteries 1 x 9V
Height 2.4"
Depth 5.1"
Width 2.9"
Weight 1 lbs.
Manufacturer Part Number FBM-1

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based on 6 reviews

Bassman Pedal

by Dug Sullivan from Idaho
May 3, 2013
Music Background: Pro,hobbyist,etc.
I play a Tele and a fretless Precision, Chicago blues only.This pedal makes any amp sound great to me. I have one for each instrument. Vintage tones for guitar or bass.

Nice Pedal

by Michael Wilson from Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia
November 19, 2009
Music Background: Intermediate-Blues, Vintage R&R
Very nice vintage tone. Built like a tank like most BOSS pedals. Good sound with tweaking controls on box and amp. I run through a Epiphone Blues Custom 30 all tube amp with Stratocaster and Epi. Wild... read more [+]kat. Very sweet tone. But although it is not an original '59 Bassman, But it is just a small box. What's not to like!! It will make any small tube amp SING! Not for METAL music.. close [-]

The Best Way to Character your Amp

by RockinVic from Ssan Jose, Ca
June 10, 2009
Music Background: Pro musician, recording engineer
This is a great pedal overall. Use it to character your amp, not drive it. The overdrive to me sounds a bit muddy.

I own a a 59' Bassman Reissue and a Epiphone Valve Jr.

... read more [+]For some small club gigs, I use the bassman. When i do bigger shows, i actually use the Valve JR.

the FBM-1 is great because it allows me to character my Valve Jr. to sound very similar to my bassman. Then i use a boss Blues Driver to actually drive in my leads.

here is my pedal set up

FBM-1-->BD2-->Danelectro Reel Echo-->PT-13 tuner

The FBM-1 will definitely get you close to the sound of a real Bassman, you just need to learn to EQ it and you will be fine. close [-]

a great stompbox!

by Kees Schipper from Zundert
August 14, 2007
Music Background: singer/guitarplayer
My old tubescreamer is retiring after I used the 59 bassman stompbox for the first time. It's really the
best stompbox I've ever heard. All my guitars sound better with it ,especially my old Gi... read more [+]bson 335.!
Really great! close [-]

Sweetwater Advice

Carson McClain
If you owned a Bassman back years ago and want to get the closest thing to it, but in a pedal, get this. This is the perfect compliment to a jazz, blues, or classic rock guitar rig.
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