FabBass
Key Features
- 1960s Hofner violin-bass sound focus.
- Octave, transpose, tune, and fine-tune controls.
- Plectrum/finger dynamics and decay shaping.
- Dull-to-bright color and velocity response.
- Classic seven-band bass graphic EQ.
- Separate bass/neck and treble/bridge pickup controls.
- Rhythm/solo switch and output controls.
Description
FabBass is Samsara Cycle Audio's VST instrument for creating a close 1960s Hofner violin-bass sound. Its pitch, shape, tone, output, EQ, and pickup sections let you move from plectrum or finger dynamics and note decay to bass/neck and treble/bridge pickup blends.
The instrument includes octave, transpose, tune, and fine-tune controls, a classic seven-band bass graphic EQ, and rhythm/solo switching. The catalog lists a Windows 32-bit VST version 1.0 at 3.0 MB.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What bass sound does FabBass target?
FabBass is designed to create a close 1960s Hofner violin-bass sound. Its pickup and tone sections let you shape the character further.
Can I adjust the playing response?
Yes. Force controls plectrum/finger dynamics, Decay sets note length, Sustain controls fade length, and velocity can brighten the sound.
What tone-shaping tools are included?
The instrument includes a seven-band bass graphic EQ, tone color, pickup volumes, rhythm/solo switching, and tuning controls.