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.
From Sheffield shops to world tours, DR Guitars founder and master rig builder for the pros, Dean Rowbotham, retraces globetrotting steps.
EXPLORE LOOPING AND WIRELESS
“I’m Not Okay (I Promise)” is a defining track in the MCR repertoire. Learn about the iconic song and get its tone with the BOSS Katana.
Thundercat is a new school bass hero. Explore his song "Funny Thing" and learn how to get its sound with the BOSS Katana.
Katana combines precision engineering, breakthrough technology, and decades of experience to produce its sound. Explore the whole series.
Steve Lacy's "Bad Habit" introduced this genre-blurring guitar hero. Learn the song's chordal vocabulary and nail its tones with the BOSS Katana.
Papa Roach's "Last Resort" emerged from nu metal with one of rock's great riffs. Capture the song's legendary punch with your BOSS Katana.
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.
History in the Making: the BOSS TB-2W Tone Bender
The inside story of how UK pedal pioneers Sola Sound forged a collaboration with BOSS and wrote a new chapter in the history of fuzz.
40 Years of the BOSS SD-1 Super Overdrive
Introduced in 1981, the SD-1 Super Overdrive is beloved by guitarists across genres. Learn its history from the roots of rock to today.
Is There a Perfect Pedal Order?
Opinions on pedal order vary, and guitarists’ emotions run high on the topic. Here are some recipes to set off on the stompbox signal path.
Loop Switcher 101: No More Pedal Tap Dancing
With a quick setup, you can be one step away from complete tonal changes with a single toe tap using the ES-8 or other BOSS switchers.
BOSS OD-200: 4 Ways to High Gain Heaven
The OD-200 brings together decades of innovation in overdrive and distortion to create a totally unique breed of pedal. Harness its power.
5 Reasons to Add the DM-2W To Your Pedalboard
Savvy guitar players know about the special magic that the BOSS DM-2W Delay brings to their sound. Here are five reasons why.
History in the Making: the BOSS TB-2W Tone Bender
The inside story of how UK pedal pioneers Sola Sound forged a collaboration with BOSS and wrote a new chapter in the history of fuzz.
40 Years of the BOSS SD-1 Super Overdrive
Introduced in 1981, the SD-1 Super Overdrive is beloved by guitarists across genres. Learn its history from the roots of rock to today.
Is There a Perfect Pedal Order?
Opinions on pedal order vary, and guitarists’ emotions run high on the topic. Here are some recipes to set off on the stompbox signal path.
Loop Switcher 101: No More Pedal Tap Dancing
With a quick setup, you can be one step away from complete tonal changes with a single toe tap using the ES-8 or other BOSS switchers.
BOSS OD-200: 4 Ways to High Gain Heaven
The OD-200 brings together decades of innovation in overdrive and distortion to create a totally unique breed of pedal. Harness its power.
5 Reasons to Add the DM-2W To Your Pedalboard
Savvy guitar players know about the special magic that the BOSS DM-2W Delay brings to their sound. Here are five reasons why.
EXPLORE AMPS
The BOSS Katana is ideal for woodshedding and improving your playing. Here are home practice tips to get the most from your amplifier.
The Katana-100 MkII can take even advanced players to the next level. Here’s a rundown of seven reasons to make it your next amp.
Beyoncé’s “Texas Hold ‘Em” highlights the Houston native’s Southern roots and distinctive country style. Learn the song's key chords and embellishments.
Explore the Katana's sonic capabilities and its comprehensive range of amp types, effects, control functions, desktop editing system, and more.
Learn the basic steps to get your Katana set up and sounding its best. Plus, explore its controls and features.