33 versatile effects
In an exceptionally compact body, you get a full array of 33 different effects, arranged in seven modules. The quality of effects is exceptional, and up to eight effects can be used at the same time. The 506 II far surpasses anything previously available. Versatile Effect Unit With 33 Types of Effects Features an array of effects to broaden a bassists range of sound and style, such as enhancer effect to bring out the contours of a tone, or defretting which enables you to achieve a fretless.

Use 36 preprogrammed patches right away
Effect combinations and parameter settings can be stored by the user in up to 36 patches. What's more, a variety of patches that faithfully reproduce the sound of famous bassists are also included. Without having to buy expensive amplifiers, you can now play with an unlimited variety of sounds. For line out use and recording at home or studio, the amp simulator allows you to recreate the tonal characteristics of a real bass amp.

ZNR (Zoom Noise Reduction)
Because the bass provides the backbone of a band's sound, the utmost attention must be paid to noise reduction. The ZNR(Zoom Noise Reduction) system enables you to achieve a smooth and natural release for a noise-free sound environment.

Highly appealing sophisticated design
The 506 II's molded chassis with its sleek, flowing lines offers a stylish ultra-modern appearance that will endure for many years to come. Extremely durable space-age plastic and a flat control surface take the worry out of carrying the unit in the same case with other gear. The pedal switches are tough enough to be operated with the sole of a hard boot, providing ruggedness on a par with metal units.

A palm-sized partner
Thanks to its palm-top size dimensions and low weight of only 280 grams (without batteries), the 506 II fits in any carring case and can even be carried in your jacket pocket.

Analog feel and simple operation
Zoom's long experience with compact effect devices has helped shape the 506 II: a large rotary selector, easy to read red LED display, foot switches with ample travel. In a word, an interface that is truly user friendly. You build your sound simply by selecting elements shown on the panel and using the + and - keys to change values. And you can easily store any of your creations in up to 36 patch locations.

28 hours of continuous operation with four size AA alkaline batteries
On stage or in the rehearsal studio, you don't always have spare batteries at hand. This isn't a problem with the 506 II. Its low power consumption design extends battery life to the maximum. Of course, you can also use an optional AC adapter for extended practice sessions or pre-production work.

Ready for pedal effect operation
A control input on the rear panel lets you connect a separately available expression pedal or foot switch, opening up a range of new sonic possibilities. The expression pedal can be used to adjust volume, pedal wah, distortion gain, pitch shift or a number of other effect parameters.

Built-in auto-chromatic tuner
The integrated tuning function lets you quickly and precisely adjust the pitch of your instrument, even in a loud rehearsal environment or live gig. The re-designed tuner interface looks cool and is extremely useful. Besides the note readout, the difference in pitch is shown by the speed of a rotating indicator. This makes tuning as easy as using a harmonics beat.