Karnivool’s Drew Goddard and Mark Hosking reflect on nearly three decades of creativity, curiosity, and sonic exploration.
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.
The BOSS VG-800 V-Guitar Processor revolutionizes guitar and bass performance. Investigate its advanced features.
EXPLORE PEDALS
The OD-200 brings together decades of innovation in overdrive and distortion to create a totally unique breed of pedal. Harness its power.
A compressor pedal is a brilliant tool to enhance a guitar tone. Learn to get the most from this dynamic pedalboard mainstay.
A true authority on heavy metal, few guitarists are better equipped than Ola Englund to explore the distorted depths of the Waza Craft HM-2W.
Every BOSS pedal includes a buffer, an essential tool for keeping your guitar sounding great. Learn more about this tone-saving feature.
The FZ-1W Fuzz is a totally new pedal with a fresh take on the sound of ’60s units—reimagined for modern players. Learn how it came to be.
The V-Guitar Story: How Roland and BOSS Designed the Future of Electronic Guitar
Join us as we explore the incredible history of V-Guitar, culminating in 2025’s mind-blowing VG-800 V-Guitar Processor.
Reverberations: Karnivool
Karnivool’s Drew Goddard and Mark Hosking reflect on nearly three decades of creativity, curiosity, and sonic exploration.
Reverberations: Guns N’ Roses Guitarist Richard Fortus
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.
Reverberations: Toast and the VG-800 V-Guitar Processor
Toast, a daring and innovative guitarist from Nashville, reveals how V-Guitar continues to inspire his evolving sound and fuel creativity.
Exploring the Advanced Features of the BOSS V-Guitar System
The BOSS VG-800 V-Guitar Processor revolutionizes guitar and bass performance. Investigate its advanced features.
Using the BOSS V-Guitar System with Synthesizers
Connected to a DAW, the BOSS VG-800 V-Guitar Processor can drive software instruments directly. Learn how to use this powerful capability.
Recording with the BOSS V-Guitar System
Today’s guitarist has many recording choices available. Find out why the BOSS VG-800 is the ideal studio tool.
The Ultimate Guide to Roland and BOSS GK-Series Divided Pickups
A GK-5 or GK-5B Divided Pickup is all that’s required to access the transformative creative power of the GM-800 and VG-800. Learn to use them.
Elevate Your Live Performance with the BOSS V-Guitar System
Learn how the BOSS V-Guitar Modeling System can streamline your setup and expand your creative possibilities onstage with powerful processing.
The V-Guitar Story: How Roland and BOSS Designed the Future of Electronic Guitar
Join us as we explore the incredible history of V-Guitar, culminating in 2025’s mind-blowing VG-800 V-Guitar Processor.
A Beginner’s Guide to the BOSS V-Guitar System
Here’s all you need to know about BOSS V-Guitar—what it is, how it works, the latest products, and how to approach them.
Behind the Board: Andre Cholmondeley with Pat Metheny
V-Guitar and guitar synth wiz Andre Cholmondeley talks guitar tech duties for Pat Metheny, Adrian Belew, Steve Howe, and others.
Behind the Board: Doug MacArthur with Steve Vai
Steve Vai’s tech, Doug MacArthur, talks crafting cutting-edge guitar rigs using BOSS Guitar Synthesizers and the GK-5 Divided Pickup.
Reverberations: Guitar Synthesizer Magician Nate Mercereau
Recording artist Nate Mercereau explains how he is redefining the role of the guitarist with Roland and BOSS guitar synthesizers.
Pedal Partners: Combining a Synth Pedal with Other Effects
A synth pedal can transform a guitar signal into another instrument entirely. Explore the versatility of this powerful tool.
The Complete Guide to Guitar Synthesizers
Immerse yourself in the world of guitar synthesis and learn about the history and technology that power these powerful sound-creation tools.
Five Creative Ways to Use a Synth Pedal
The SY-1 is one of the most versatile effects ever. Learn to utilize this powerful synth pedal for maximum expression.
Under the Hood of the EURUS GS-1
With the EURUS GS-1, BOSS brings its advanced synth engine into a high-quality guitar. Discover what makes the instrument so innovative.
Creative Winds: Introducing the BOSS EURUS GS-1
With the release of the EURUS GS-1, BOSS is moving into an entirely new realm. Yoshi Ikegami shares the vision behind the instrument.
BOSS SY-1: Be Your Own Keyboard Player
Looking to add synth tones to your band’s sound without adding members? Learn how to expand your sonic palette using just the SY-1.
Sound Creation with the SY-300 Guitar Synthesizer
The BOSS SY-300’s range of sounds is extensive, whether playing pads, bass parts, or lead lines. Here are some in-depth tips to get started.
EXPLORE AMPS
Learn the basic steps to get your Katana set up and sounding its best. Plus, explore its controls and features.
DUAL CUBE LX is a desktop powerhouse. Here are some must-have accessories to take this portable amp to the next level.
Explore how to discover new tones, share your own, and connect with other BOSS enthusiasts worldwide using BOSS Tone Exchange.
Thundercat is a new school bass hero. Explore his song "Funny Thing" and learn how to get its sound with the BOSS Katana.
Katana amps continue to grow and mirror players' needs. If you're investigating the Katana-50 MkII or Katana-100 MkII, here’s a full guide.