A practical guide to shaping sounds and getting creative with BOSS’s most portable GX-series processors yet.
Inside James Walbourne’s guitar world: essential pedals, tone, songwriting, live performance, recording, and lessons from a life in music.
We go deep behind the scenes with the trusted tech of Robert Smith, J Mascis, Rich Robinson, Doyle Bramhall II, and other legends of guitar.
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Champion beatboxer Martin Benati talks creativity and the mindset behind his unforgettable winning streak with the RC-505mkII Loop Station.
Loop by loop, Oxis is reshaping DIY dream pop—guitar, bass, vocals, and the RC-505mkII Loop Station combine in a fearless vision of sound.
Looping bass opens up a world of sounds. Explore everything you need to know about loop pedals for bass players in this comprehensive guide.
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A wireless expression pedal opens up worlds of creativity. Learn how the EV-1-WL can expand your sound by controlling effects parameters.
Are you ready to make the jump and leave those tangled cables behind? Discover exactly which BOSS Wireless System is right for you.
Wouldn’t it be great to grab your guitar and instantly start playing without cables or pedals? With the wireless Katana-Air, you can.
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Tony McGovern talks BOSS pedals, Texas’s standout guitar tone, touring, studio work, and how the band stays creative, dynamic, and relevant.
Vintage, rare, and classic effects reimagined with the PX-1 Plugout FX and BOSS Effects Pedals plug-ins—timeless tones for stage and studio.
From Sheffield shops to world tours, DR Guitars founder and master rig builder for the pros, Dean Rowbotham, retraces globetrotting steps.
The London-based guitarist walks us through his history, the power of the XS-100 Poly Shifter, and how he'd explain his style to his granny.
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See All »Tony McGovern talks BOSS pedals, Texas’s standout guitar tone, touring, studio work, and how the band stays creative, dynamic, and relevant.
Inside James Walbourne’s guitar world: essential pedals, tone, songwriting, live performance, recording, and lessons from a life in music.
Vintage, rare, and classic effects reimagined with the PX-1 Plugout FX and BOSS Effects Pedals plug-ins—timeless tones for stage and studio.
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We talk to GN’R’s longest-serving guitarist about Roland and BOSS gear old and new before the band lights up London’s Wembley Arena.
Toast, a daring and innovative guitarist from Nashville, reveals how V-Guitar continues to inspire his evolving sound and fuel creativity.
Connected to a DAW, the BOSS VG-800 V-Guitar Processor can drive software instruments directly. Learn how to use this powerful capability.
LOOPING
Champion beatboxer Martin Benati talks creativity and the mindset behind his unforgettable winning streak with the RC-505mkII Loop Station.
Guitar master and looping legend Johnny A. shares how the BOSS RC-600 Loop Station helps him craft his spellbinding live solo show.
Loop by loop, Oxis is reshaping DIY dream pop—guitar, bass, vocals, and the RC-505mkII Loop Station combine in a fearless vision of sound.
It's just your guitar and a pedal, but the possibilities are endless. Here is everything you need to know about loop pedals for acoustic guitar.
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Fletcher is a Knoxville Tennessee-bred, North Yorkshire-based writer and musician who is also founder and front man for the Sub-Gents. His articles appear in Reverb, Tone Report, and many other outlets.
Michael was the longest-serving editor-in-chief of Guitar Player. Currently, he runs the Guardians of Guitar website, creates content for guitar-gear manufacturers, and was Content Director for Modern Drummer magazine.
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Rod is Brand Storytelling Copywriter, BOSS. His writing has appeared in outlets like Guitar World, Music Radar, Guitar Player, and numerous others. He’s also a lifelong musician.
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Harness the full expressive power of your favorite tube guitar amplifiers with these powerful stage and studio tools.
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Weezer’s “Undone – The Sweater Song” helped propel the band’s debut album to success. Master this classic and pick up its distinctive sound with the BOSS Katana.
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With over three million sold since 1978, there's a CUBE amplifier for every type of musician. Find out which CUBE is the right one for you.
Already in the Katana ecosystem? The KATANA:GO is your next step. This pocket-sized powerhouse lets you plug in and play anywhere.
Harness the full expressive power of your favorite tube guitar amplifiers with these powerful stage and studio tools.
The BOSS Katana is ideal for woodshedding and improving your playing. Here are home practice tips to get the most from your amplifier.
Learn how the power of BOSS Tone Studio can expand your guitar sound and elevate your overall Katana experience.
MULTI-EFFECTS
Explore the GX-10’s sound-building workflow, connections, and creative tools.
GX is the latest addition to the comprehensive BOSS range of multi-effects processors, offering extreme flexibility with intuitive control.
Explore key features, functionality, and learning resources to get the most out of the powerful GT series.
Jump in and learn about key features, functionality, and educational resources to get the most out of an ME series pedal.