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Yes, bass players do use pedals. There are various types of pedals that can be used with a bass guitar to alter the sound in various ways, such as:

1. Octave pedals: These pedals allow the bass player to add an octave (either above or below the original pitch) to their sound, thickening it and giving it a more synth-like quality.

2. Distortion/overdrive pedals: These pedals add warmth, crunch, and dirt to the bass sound, which can be useful for heavy rock or punk music.

3. Fuzz pedals: Fuzz pedals are similar to distortion pedals but they have a more extreme and gritty sound, which is often used in vintage rock and roll and psychedelic music.

4. Envelopes pedals (also known as auto-wah pedals): These pedals create a filter that moves the cut