Best BOSS products in the Effects pedal category
On this page you'll find a ranking of the best BOSS products in this category. To give you a quick overview, we've already ranked the most important information about the products for you.
1. BOSS ME- 90B Bass Multieffets
We present the ME-90B, an intuitive ME effect processor with professional performance tools for bassists. Expand your creative possibilities with 61 effects specifically designed for use with bass guitars. Shape your bass sound with ten bass preamps based on our latest AIRD technology. Connect the ME-90B to stage amplifiers, PA systems, and computers. With a combination of an intuitive interface, expression pedal, and footswitches, you can spontaneously implement any idea without being held back in your creativity.
Highlights:
- All-in-one bass processor with high-quality BOSS amplifiers and effects
- Easy sound creation like a pedal with an intuitive, knob-based interface
- Excellent sound quality with 24-bit AD and 32-bit DA conversion, 32-bit floating-point processing, and 48 kHz sampling rate
- 61 effects from the BOSS bass effect library
- 10 built-in AIRD preamp models including new developments
- Separate preamp section and six parallel effect categories with multiple selectable effect types
- Edit parameters, swap preamp and effect types, and more in the BOSS Tone Studio
- Eight multifunctional footswitches and an expression pedal including toe switch
- 36 ready-to-play presets and 36 user memory slots for saving your own setups
- Manual mode for pedalboard operation and memory mode for switching complete setups
- Blend knob for mixing in the bass direct sound
- 6.3 mm stereo outputs and balanced XLR mono output with ground lift switch
- Switch on the back to adjust the 6.3 mm audio outputs for a bass amplifier or full-range PA system
- Send/return loop for external pedals
Included:
- 1 x ME-90B Bass Multi-Effects
- 4 x Batteries (AA, LR6)
- 1 x Quick Start Guide.
2. BOSS AW-3 Auto Wah
The BOSS AW-3 Wah Pedal uses a digital processor instead of an analog circuit. This allows for optimal sound quality and a variety of classic and modern wah-wah sounds, such as Touch-Wah, Auto-Wah, and "Humanizer."
For the classic pedal wah sound, an expression pedal can be connected, and for bassists, there is a special bass input available to play the popular BOSS Touch-Wah sound.
Highlights:
- Five different modes
- Touch-Wah with "Up" or "Down" filter movement
- New "Envelope Processing" for the most accurate response to playing strength
- Autowah with tap tempo via the AW-3 itself or tempo setting via an external expression pedal
- Classic pedal wah through an external expression pedal
- Special input for bass
Included:
- 1 x AW-3 Dynamic Wah Pedal
- 1 x Dry battery (9V, 6LR61)
- 1 x Manual.
3. BOSS VB-2W
The Boss VB-2W is a vibrato effect pedal in a new Waza handcrafted design. Thanks to the fully analogue circuitry, the VB-2W authentically reproduces the legendary vibrato with pitch shift from the original 1982 pedal. It also features a new vibrato mode. This pedal has a deposit mode that allows you to determine when the vibrato effect is being used by pressing the pedal at that moment. This product was approved by the chief designers in Japan and assembled with a keen eye for detail, providing a special sound and response that has already pleased many guitarists.
Specifications:
- Modes: Latch, Unsprung, Bypass
- Nominal input level: -20 dB
- Input impedance: 1 M Ohm
- Nominal output level: -20 dB
- Output impedance: 1 k Ohm
- Impedance when used: 10 k Ohm or more
- Bypass: Buffer
- Controls: Pedal switch, standard/custom switch, rate button, depth button
- Indicators: Check indicator (also acts as a battery indicator)
- Connectors: Input jack, output jack, depth jack, DC input jack
- Power supply: Alkaline batteries (9 V, 6LR61) or carbon-zinc battery (9 V, 6F22), NAT adapter (optionally available)
- Power consumption: 35 mA
- Battery life for continuous use: Alkaline: approx. 22 hours, Carbon: approx. 4 hours
- Accessories: Manual, safety instructions, and alkaline battery (9 V, 6LR61)
- Dimensions: 73 x 129 x 59 mm
- Weight: 450 grams.
4. BOSS BD-2W effects pedal Expression pedal Black, Blue
The WAZA Craft Special Edition Blues Driver Pedal BD-2W from Boss is based on the popular BD-2. The WAZA Edition features two modes that can be switched between using a toggle. The Standard mode operates like the classic BD-2 Blues Driver Pedal, known for its earthy overdrive, sound variety, and responsiveness as well as dynamics with changes in playing volume. The Custom mode of the BD-2W Waza Edition pedal offers a wider range in tone control, more gain, and slightly more bass and warmth. Additionally, it includes a newly developed analog circuit used in the WAZA series, which makes the sound a bit rounder than the standard BD-2 model.
Details:
BOSS BD-2W WAZA Special Edition Premium Pedal based on the classic BD-2 Blues Driver
2 modes - Standard and Custom
Newly developed analog circuit
Wider range of tone control
Additional gain and warmer bass
Responds excellently to dynamics, playing style, and changes in volume.
5. BOSS RC-10R multi-effects pedal/processor
The RC-10R combines song-based looping with organic rhythms in a compact device, providing fresh inspiration for your live performances, songwriting sessions, and daily practice. With this next-generation loop station, you can create music and grooves spontaneously and in real-time. The RC-10R supports you with two song parts, intros and outros, as well as a variety of groove fills. Through the controls and the loop display on the interface, you have everything under control and in view. Additionally, you can expand the RC-10R with external switches and MIDI controllers as needed to make your performance even more flexible. The extensive rhythm library covers nearly every music genre. Alternatively, you can import your own rhythms to customize the RC-10R for specific songs and styles to meet your individual needs.
Highlights:
- Next-generation performance tool that combines song-based looping and dynamic rhythms in a compact device
- Over 280 preset rhythm styles for nearly every genre, two independent parts, intro/outro fills, and two transition fills
- 16 versatile drum kits with high-quality sounds from BOSS and Roland's rhythm libraries
- Stereo looper with six hours of recording capacity and top-notch 32-bit AD/DA conversion, as well as 32-bit floating-point signal processing
- Serial 2-track mode for creating loop performances with two independent parts
- Two circular displays for loop and rhythm playback status
- Easy operation thanks to an informative LCD display and intuitive user interface
- Built-in memory for 99 phrases and 50 user rhythms
- MIDI in/out via space-saving mini-jack connectors
Included:
- 1 x RC-10R
- 1 x Power adapter
- 4 x Rubber feet
- 1 x Quick start guide.
6. BOSS DD-500 musical instrument amplifier part/accessory footswitch/controller
The Boss DD-500 is a highly advanced effects pedal designed specifically for musicians seeking a variety of delay effects in a compact format. With a combination of top-notch sound quality and extensive modulation options, this pedal offers a user-friendly interface suitable for both live performances and studio applications. The DD-500 employs 32-bit AD/DA conversion and a sampling rate of 96 kHz to ensure clear and precise playback of delay effects. It features twelve different delay modes, ranging from classic to experimental sounds, allowing users to fully unleash their creativity. Additionally, the pedal includes a built-in phrase looper that enables the creation of loop sequences up to 60 seconds long. Its robust construction and versatile connectivity options make the DD-500 an indispensable tool for any musical performance.
- 12 different delay modes from vintage to modern
- Built-in phrase looper with 60 seconds of loop time
- Graphic LCD display for real-time control
- Choice between buffer or true bypass operation
- Versatile connectivity options including USB and MIDI.
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BOSS DD-500 musical instrument amplifier part/accessory footswitch/controller
7. BOSS SDE-3
The SDE-3 combines digital vintage character and a wide versatility in a unique and inspiring BOSS compact pedal. Experience the original sound and key features of the Roland SDE-3000, the legendary rack delay from the 1980s, played by some of the most influential guitarists of all time. Equipped with a variety of modern functions, the SDE-3 fits seamlessly into any creative setup. Additionally, the powerful offset parameter provides a wide range of colorful dual-delay textures.
Highlights:
- Beautiful vintage digital delay sounds with great creative range
- Characteristic modulation with separate rate and depth controls
- Hi-Cut to limit high frequencies
- Variable offset function creates a second delay track for unique sounds
- Adjustable maximum delay time: 800 ms (Mono/Stereo) or 1600 ms (Mono)
- Two stereo delay options: panning and discrete stereo
- Multiple output modes: stereo, wet/dry, and dry mute (mono or stereo)
- Tap tempo and carryover function
- Connection for extended control via up to two footswitches or an expression pedal
- TRS MIDI input for synchronization with external MIDI clock signals
Included:
- 1 x SDE-3 compact pedal
- 1 x dry battery (9V, 6LR61)
- 1 x manual.
8. BOSS MO-2
Expressive compact with distinctive, all-new tones powered by Multi-Dimensional Processing technology (MDP), the MO-2 Multi Overtone uses your guitar’s harmonic characteristics to create a wide range of extraordinary new sounds.
MO-2: An expressive new voice
The MO-2 produces incredibly distinctive and expressive tones only possible with the magic of MDP. Using your guitar's rich harmonic characteristics as a starting point, the MO-2 builds completely new voices that enhance and thicken your normal sound. Three different modes offer diverse tone-shaping options, while the DETUNE knob unlocks a wide range of impressive modulation effects. From shimmery multi-string resonance to flute-like transparency to powerful textures reminiscent of organs and synths, the MO-2 brings you an array of unique sonic tools that add all-new dynamic resonance characteristics to your guitar.
Multi-Dimensional Processing for superior tone
Roland’s innovative Multi-Dimensional Processing (MDP) analyzes audio signals in many dimensions and applies ideal effects to each. By giving different dynamic changes relative to the input signal in real time, MDP can create bold, all-new sounds with a previously unattainable range of expression.
- Next-generation BOSS compact pedal with innovative Multi-Dimensional Processing, realized with proprietary technology and custom DSP
- Impressive, harmonically rich sounds that complement and enhance your straight guitar sound
- Works well with both clean and distorted guitar tones, and also bass guitar
- Ultra-responsive to volume changes and playing dynamics
- Three different sound modes; wide range of tonal adjustment with simple controls
- Mono or stereo output
- BOSS five-year warranty.
9. BOSS EV-30
Big expression in a small format. Thanks to its compact dimensions, it fits perfectly into packed pedalboards, while the robust aluminum housing, made with proven BOSS quality, withstands even the toughest rock performances. If you're looking for a compact expression pedal, the BOSS EV-30 is the best choice.
The innovative internal mechanism of the EV-30 offers super-accurate and smooth control over all parameters, rivaling that of larger pedals. With two expression outputs, you can control two different devices with just one pedal, saving additional space. The outputs are electronically isolated, protecting against unwanted noise from ground loops.
The EV-30 allows real-time parameter control of many compact pedals with expression pedal inputs. It is also perfect for use with multi-effect processors and effect switchers. The polarity switch enables the use of the EV-30 with nearly all devices with expression inputs, including keyboards and synthesizers.
- Space-saving expression pedal in a robust aluminum housing
- Velvet-smooth and fluid for precise parameter adjustments
- Two isolated expression outputs to control two devices with just one pedal
- Independent pedal range settings for each output
- Compatible with stereo jacks of compact pedals, multi-effects, keyboards, MIDI controllers, and more
- Polarity switch allows use with most devices that support expression control
- Same robust and space-saving design as the FV-30H/L volume pedals and the PW-3 wah pedal
- Stereo jack cable included.
10. BOSS ST-2
The BOSS ST-2 effect pedal is a versatile distortion device that offers authentic stack sounds in a compact format. It allows musicians to easily shape their sound from vintage crunch to extreme distortion. The innovative SOUND control simultaneously influences both gain and tonal character, enabling seamless sound adjustments. Additionally, two EQ controls are available to further refine the tonal nuances. The ST-2 is the result of years of modeling experience and provides the dynamic response of classic tube amplifiers, making it sensitive to the playing style and volume of the guitar. This pedal is ideal for musicians seeking a wide range of distortion styles, from smooth overdrive sounds to powerful high-gain tones.
- Dynamic distortion that responds to playing technique and volume
- SOUND control for simultaneous adjustment of gain and tonal character
- Two EQ controls for precise tonal fine-tuning.
