Zoom Review: 505 Guitar Multi-Effects Processor

History:

Purchase: I got this great pedal of of my freind for $50 US.

What I Like About This Zoom 505 Guitar Multi-Effects Processor: I liked everything about it. I've heard many people say the distortions are fake, but I think they just need to marry this bad boy with the right Guitar and amp. I use it in a Vox Cambridge 30 Reverb and it sounds fantastic. The step effects are crazy. Anyone can get inspired by this thing. It has a mass abundance of effects. The doubler is combined with the distortion overdrive makes for a great Randy Rhoads. I like how small it is because unlike other multi effects pedals I can actually put it in my pocket, or in my amp. Another person on here said its good for beginners, but he "disposed of it" He also stated that he spilled soda on it several times and it still worked. I wouldn't take someone too seriously if they make a habit of spilling things on their eqiopment. It sounds to me like he's a beginner.

What I Do NOT Like About The Zoom 505 Guitar Multi-Effects Processor: Nothing really. Except that it does have a short delay when you switch effects. You gotta learn to be creative. I just have the drummer do a fill or something while I change effects.

Zoom 505 Guitar Multi-Effects Processor Quality Rating: Great! has taken lots of Beating. The buttons stick occasionally.

Review Summary: I love this, and recommend it to anyone who hasnt tried it. I think any level musician could find a use for it. Its great for band use and live shows. It makes some impressive noises ;-)

Rating of this Zoom product: 5

This Zoom 505 Guitar Multi-Effects Processor Guitar Effects Review Submitted By: Ian Brown

Review Date: 2002-03-22