Bass guitars typically use fewer effects than electric six-strings, as the natural bass tone fits snugly with the instrument’s rhythmic role. That said, common effects include overdrive/distortion, compressors, reverb, and chorus. These can add huge amounts of punch, clarity, and atmosphere to your sound.If you’re interested in fleshing out your setup further, reflect on the type of music you want to make. If you’re into heavy rock or metal, definitely look at overdrive/distortion pedals as well as compressors. If you play indie rock or jazz, use reverb and chorus for a clean, airy tone. If you’re in a funk group, an envelope filter is almost a must. If you want to go even further, add a multi-effects pedal station and delve deep into the waters of experimentation.