Simone Marie Butler (Primal Scream, The Jesus and Mary Chain, The Twilight Sad) on pedals, classic gear, bass tone, and iconic British rock.
Charlie Jones on Robert Plant, Jimmy Page, Steve Albini, Unledded, Walking into Clarksdale, Grammy wins, and life in the Led Zeppelin world.
From dub to punk to electronic, Gorillaz’s touring bass player relies on the BOSS GT-1000 Guitar Effects Processor for his seismic low end.
Will Sergeant talks Echo & the Bunnymen’s iconic guitar tones, Roland and BOSS gear, and how he’s shaped the post-punk sound since 1978.
EXPLORE LOOPING AND WIRELESS
From the tiny Katana-Mini to the Katana Artist flagship combo, learn how each amp in the series could suit your unique musical needs.
Gritty, slinky, and incredibly catchy, “No One Knows” rocketed Queens of the Stone Age to the top. Capture its tone with the BOSS Katana.
Explore the extensive functionality the GA-FC EX brings to playing environments of all kinds—from stage to studio to livestream and beyond.
Learn how the BOSS Katana series of amplifiers can be a comprehensive one-stop-shop recording tool for guitarists in any genre of music.
Explore the origins of the revered brown sound and learn just how it's become a universally accepted measure of great guitar tone.
The Ultimate Guide to Guitar Effects Pedal Order and Signal Chain
There's an art to assembling a pedalboard. Learn how perfecting a signal chain will reward you with the tone you've been seeking.
BOSS 2022: The Year in Review
BOSS debuted over twenty new products in 2021, and the output didn’t slow in 2022. Look back at twelve months of activity and releases.
All About the DS-1: The Benchmark BOSS Distortion
Since its debut, the DS-1 has fueled the music of trendsetting guitarists from every genre. Learn why it’s loved by generations of players.
Maximizing the Space Echo RE-202 and RE-2
The RE-202 and RE-2 offer extremely accurate emulations of the original Space Echo. Learn how to master these two powerful pedals.
History of the Space Echo
Roland introduced the earliest Space Echo units in 1973. Journey through the phases of the legendary tape echo up to the BOSS RE-202.
Space Echo Sounds and How to Use Them
The Space Echo series has a storied history. Examine what makes a tape echo unit like the RE-201 sound exactly the way that it does.
Why the RE-201 Space Echo Remains a Classic
The RE-201 is what we think of today when somebody mentions the Space Echo. Find out why it’s such an iconic tape echo unit.
Inside the RE-202 Space Echo
To many, the Space Echo is the ultimate tape echo. BOSS engineers share how they analyzed and captured this classic sound for the RE-202.
What the Fuzz? The Origins of BOSS Fuzz Pedals
With the release of the Waza Craft FZ-1W Fuzz, BOSS has come full circle from its ’60s psychedelic rock roots. Get the entire fuzzy history.
Inside the BOSS FZ-1W Fuzz
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.
Guitar Pedals Go Country
Country music uses pedals differently than other genres. Explore the style’s effects history and learn to use stompboxes to get that twang.
BOSS 2022: The Year in Review
BOSS debuted over twenty new products in 2021, and the output didn’t slow in 2022. Look back at twelve months of activity and releases.
All About the DS-1: The Benchmark BOSS Distortion
Since its debut, the DS-1 has fueled the music of trendsetting guitarists from every genre. Learn why it’s loved by generations of players.
Maximizing the Space Echo RE-202 and RE-2
The RE-202 and RE-2 offer extremely accurate emulations of the original Space Echo. Learn how to master these two powerful pedals.
History of the Space Echo
Roland introduced the earliest Space Echo units in 1973. Journey through the phases of the legendary tape echo up to the BOSS RE-202.
Space Echo Sounds and How to Use Them
The Space Echo series has a storied history. Examine what makes a tape echo unit like the RE-201 sound exactly the way that it does.
Why the RE-201 Space Echo Remains a Classic
The RE-201 is what we think of today when somebody mentions the Space Echo. Find out why it’s such an iconic tape echo unit.
Inside the RE-202 Space Echo
To many, the Space Echo is the ultimate tape echo. BOSS engineers share how they analyzed and captured this classic sound for the RE-202.
What the Fuzz? The Origins of BOSS Fuzz Pedals
With the release of the Waza Craft FZ-1W Fuzz, BOSS has come full circle from its ’60s psychedelic rock roots. Get the entire fuzzy history.
Inside the BOSS FZ-1W Fuzz
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.
Guitar Pedals Go Country
Country music uses pedals differently than other genres. Explore the style’s effects history and learn to use stompboxes to get that twang.
EXPLORE AMPS
Explore the origins of the revered brown sound and learn just how it's become a universally accepted measure of great guitar tone.
“Robbers” by The 1975 is an ode to dysfunctional relationships reminiscent of Bonnie and Clyde. Learn the licks and how to get its spacious sound on the BOSS Katana.
The BOSS Katana is ideal for woodshedding and improving your playing. Here are home practice tips to get the most from your amplifier.
BOSS debuted over twenty new products in 2021, and the output didn't slow in 2022. Look back at twelve months of activity and releases.
Already in the Katana ecosystem? The KATANA:GO is your next step. This pocket-sized powerhouse lets you plug in and play anywhere.