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Electro-Harmonix Bassballs Twin Dynamic Envelope Filter - Classic Funk Bass Pedal
$85.30
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Classic Twin Filter Envelope Follower for Funky Bass

The Electro-Harmonix Bassballs is a legendary twin dynamic envelope filter that creates unique vocal-like tones and funky bass sounds. Twin tuned filters sweep your signal in response to your playing dynamics, creating everything from subtle quack to extreme vocal wah effects. An envelope follower designed specifically for bass players who want to be unique and funky, the Bassballs has been the secret weapon of funk, disco, and fusion bassists since the 1970s. Whether you're laying down classic funk grooves or exploring modern bass tones, the Bassballs delivers that unmistakable vocal character.

Twin Tuned Filters - Unique Vocal Tone

The Bassballs' signature sound comes from its dual filter design:

  • Twin Filters: Two filters sweep simultaneously for rich, complex tone
  • Vocal Character: Creates talking, vowel-like sounds
  • Dynamic Response: Filters react to your playing intensity
  • Unique Sweep: Distinctive sound unlike single-filter pedals
  • Classic Tone: The sound of 70s funk and disco bass

Envelope Follower Design

Touch-sensitive filtering that responds to your playing:

  • Dynamic Control: Filter sweep follows your attack and dynamics
  • Play Harder, Sweep More: Intensity controls the effect
  • Expressive: Your playing technique shapes the tone
  • No Expression Pedal Needed: Control with your hands
  • Natural Feel: Responds like an extension of your bass

Simple Two-Knob Control

  • Sensitivity: Adjusts how the filter responds to your playing
  • Distortion: Adds fuzz/distortion to the filtered signal
  • Easy to Use: Simple controls, complex sounds
  • Quick Tweaking: Dial in your tone fast
  • Wide Range: Subtle to extreme settings

Perfect for Funk and Disco Bass

The Bassballs is the classic funk bass filter:

  • Funk Standard: Used on countless funk recordings
  • Disco Essential: That classic 70s bass sound
  • Slap Bass: Perfect for slap and pop technique
  • Groove Machine: Makes bass lines dance
  • Bootsy Approved: The sound of funk legends

True Bypass

  • Preserves Tone: No signal degradation when off
  • Clean Signal: Bypassed tone stays pure
  • Professional Feature: Essential for pedalboard use

Rugged Die-Cast Construction

  • Metal Chassis: Tough die-cast housing
  • Compact Size: Pedalboard-friendly footprint
  • Tour-Ready: Built to withstand gigging
  • Reliable: EHX legendary durability

Specifications:

  • Model: Bassballs Twin Dynamic Envelope Filter
  • Type: Envelope filter / auto-wah
  • Filters: Twin tuned filters
  • Controls: Sensitivity, Distortion
  • Bypass: True bypass
  • Power: 9V battery (included) or 9V DC adapter (optional)
  • Current Draw: 3mA
  • Construction: Die-cast metal chassis
  • Jacks: Standard 1/4" input and output
  • Weight: Approximately 0.6 lbs

Ideal For:

  • Funk bass players
  • Disco and dance music bassists
  • Slap bass enthusiasts
  • Fusion and jazz-funk players
  • Anyone seeking vocal-like bass tones
  • Experimental bassists
  • Collectors of classic pedals

Why Choose the Bassballs?

  • Classic Sound: Legendary 70s funk bass tone
  • Twin Filters: Unique dual filter design
  • Touch-Sensitive: Responds to your playing dynamics
  • Simple Controls: Easy to use, complex sounds
  • True Bypass: Preserves your tone
  • Great Value: Classic tone at $85.30

The Sound of Funk Bass

The Bassballs has been used on countless recordings:

  • Classic 70s funk and disco
  • Parliament-Funkadelic bass tones
  • Modern funk and fusion
  • Dance and electronic music
  • The vocal bass sound you know

Versatile Envelope Filter Tones

  • Subtle Quack: Light filtering for texture
  • Classic Funk: That talking bass sound
  • Extreme Vocal: Pronounced vowel-like tones
  • With Distortion: Fuzzy filtered madness
  • Clean Filtering: Pure envelope sweep

Works Great with Slap Bass

The Bassballs loves aggressive playing:

  • Slap Technique: Emphasizes attack and pop
  • Dynamic Range: Responds to thumb and finger dynamics
  • Percussive Tone: Enhances rhythmic playing
  • Funk Grooves: Perfect for syncopated bass lines

Electro-Harmonix Legacy

The Bassballs is a classic EHX design:

  • Originally released in the 1970s
  • Used by funk and disco legends
  • Continuously produced for decades
  • Proven reliability and tone
  • Made with pride in NYC

Battery Included

  • 9V Battery: Included and ready to use
  • Long Battery Life: Low 3mA current draw
  • Optional Adapter: 96DC-200BI power supply available separately
  • Pedalboard Power: Works with standard 9V DC supplies

Great Value at $85.30

The Bassballs offers exceptional value:

  • Classic twin filter design
  • Legendary funk bass tone
  • True bypass switching
  • Rugged die-cast construction
  • 9V battery included
  • Decades of proven performance

Easy to Use

  • Simple Setup: Just two knobs to adjust
  • Instant Funk: Sounds great right away
  • Experiment Friendly: Easy to find new sounds
  • No Learning Curve: Plug in and play

What's Included

  • Electro-Harmonix Bassballs pedal
  • 9V battery (installed)
  • User manual
  • Note: Power adapter sold separately (96DC-200BI recommended)

Get Your Funk On

If you want that classic vocal, talking bass tone that defined funk and disco, the Electro-Harmonix Bassballs is the pedal you need. The twin tuned filters create a unique sweep that responds to your playing dynamics, making your bass lines come alive with vowel-like character. Whether you're slapping out funk grooves, laying down disco bass lines, or exploring modern fusion sounds, the Bassballs delivers that unmistakable vocal tone. At $85.30, you get a legendary pedal with decades of proven performance, simple two-knob operation, and the classic sound heard on countless recordings. Make your bass talk with the Bassballs!