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Boss ME-6B Specifications

General

Type	Bass Multi-Effects Processor
Effects	Distortion, Chorus, Delay, Reverb, EQ, Noise Suppressor
User Programs/Presets	30 user programs
Input	1 x 1/4" (6.35mm)
Outputs	1/4" phone x 2
Power Supply	9V DC (power supply included)
Weight	2.4 kg / 5.3 lbs

Summary

Before You Begin

MAIN FEATURES

On-board Effects

The ME-6B offers 11 specialized effects for bass guitarists.

On-board Synth Bass

Bass synthesizer with pitch/envelope detection and dynamic filters for varied sounds.

Simple Editing Operations

User-friendly parameter adjustments via the top panel controls.

Store Up to 25 Effects Settings

Ability to save 25 custom effects settings (patches) for quick recall.

Manual Mode for 'Pedal Effect' Feel

Mode allowing real-time effect on/off switching via pedals, simulating stompboxes.

Long Delay and Reverb with Natural Decay

Natural decay of delay and reverb effects when switching patches.

Tuner Out Jack

Dedicated jack for connecting a tuner without disrupting the main signal path.

Headphone Jack

Allows private monitoring of the ME-6B's sound through headphones.

IMPORTANT NOTES

Power Supply and Connection Precautions

Guidelines for safe and correct use of the power adapter and connection to the unit.

Placement and Environmental Guidelines

Recommendations for optimal unit placement to avoid hum, interference, and damage.

Maintenance and Cleaning Instructions

Instructions for cleaning and maintaining the ME-6B unit to prevent damage.

General Safety Precautions

Safety warnings regarding impact, liquids, foreign use, malfunctions, and electrical shock.

PANEL DESCRIPTIONS

MAKING THE CONNECTION

SECTION I: PLAYING THE ME-6B

Play Mode Operation

Explains how to select and recall preset patches for live performance.

Selecting a Patch

Detailed steps for choosing a specific patch using bank and number pedals.

Manual Mode Operation Overview

Selecting Manual Mode

Methods for activating and deactivating the Manual Mode using panel buttons or footswitch.

Manual Mode Controls and Parameters

Instructions for switching effects on/off and adjusting parameters in Manual Mode.

DIRECT BASS SOUND: BYPASS

Real-Time Volume Control with Expression Pedal

SECTION II: MODIFYING EFFECTS SETTINGS

Changing Patch Settings

Step-by-step process for editing existing patch parameters and saving changes.

Canceling Edits

Storing Effects Settings (Write Operation)

Duplicating Effects Settings with Copy

SECTION III: THE EFFECTS

Compressor / Enhancer Effect

Explanation of the Compressor/Enhancer effect and its parameters like Sustain, Attack, and Level.

Overdrive/Distortion Effect

Details on the Overdrive/Distortion effect, including modes, Drive, Tone, and Level controls.

Synth Bass Effect

Equalizer Effect

Noise Suppressor Effect

Chorus / Flanger Effect

Reverb/Delay Effect

Master Output Controls

SECTION IV: REFERENCE

Troubleshooting Common Problems

Guidance for diagnosing common issues like no sound or inability to select patches.

Factory Settings Initialization

Instructions for resetting individual patches or the entire unit to their original factory defaults.

SPECIFICATIONS