Zoom Review: 506 II

History:

Purchase: After thinking about the 506 for a long time, I was pushed over the edge when Zoom revised the pedal, and bought out the 506/2. So I went the the Rockshop and paid $199 NZ for it, and $89 for the expression pedal (I really only wanted the unit for wah and volume swells, so the expression pedal was a nescessary requirement for me.

What I Like About This Zoom 506 II: I liked the tuner, the ease of getting from one effect to another.

What I Do NOT Like About The Zoom 506 II: Hmm... First of all, the unit is made out of a tough, but cheap plastic which doesn't look like it'd handle being kicked around a stage. In fact, every time I stand on it Im afraid I'm gonna crush it. Secondly, the effects sound terrible. The unit sucks all the low mids out of the sound, leaving you with a very hollow, and incredibly weak bass sound. To my ears this unit actually sounds better on a guitar.

Zoom 506 II Quality Rating: The plastic fantastic top, with a metal plate underneath, and 4 little rubber feet.

Review Summary: In summary, I felt a little let down by this unit, but what did I expect for the price.... Good for beginners, but if you know your #5's from your augmented notes, you'll not have a happy time with this one

Rating of this Zoom product: 1

This Zoom 506 II Guitar Effects Review Submitted By: String Breaker

Review Date: 2002-03-12