
Celebrating 30 years in 2025, the BOSS BD-2 delivers rich, touch-responsive tone—here are five great ways to use this genre-spanning pedal.


Behind the Board: Bob Mackenzie with James Blake
Find out how James Blake’s engineer Bob Mackenzie uses BOSS pedals in the studio to elevate tracks in this behind-the-scenes interview.

Behind the Board: Gavin Maxwell with Mogwai and IDLES
Guitar tech Gavin Maxwell shares pro pedalboard tips and unique insights into the signature sounds of Mogwai and IDLES.
EXPLORE LOOPING AND WIRELESS

Since 2008, CUBE Street has been synonymous with street performance. Discover how the rebranded BOSS CUBE Street II expands on the original.

The 2016 arrival of the BOSS Katana was decades in the making. Explore the breakthroughs that sparked this revolutionary amplifier range.

Learn to set up a pedalboard in this guide to the bass signal chain. Plus, explore the versatile Katana Bass amp series and its effects.

“Supermassive Black Hole" was a commercial and critical success. Read about the seductively sleek rocker and learn to get its sound with the 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.

Five Creative Ways to Use a Vibrato Pedal for Guitar
Vibrato pedals can sound both subtle and extreme, authentic and outlandish. Find out how to use this singular effect.

Pedal Partners: Combining Compression with Other Effects
A compressor pedal is a brilliant tool to enhance a guitar tone. Learn to get the most from this dynamic pedalboard mainstay.

The Complete Guide to Delay Pedals
This in-depth guide features everything a guitarist needs to begin their journey—from the origins of delay to complex setups.

Five Creative Ways to Use a Multi Overtone Pedal for Guitar
The BOSS MO-2 Multi Overtone pedal is a comprehensive creative tool. Learn to harness its extraordinary power.

Pedal Partners: Combining Tremolo with Other Effects
Tremolo can be the solution to unlocking new exciting tones and effects through a handful of simple pedal combinations.

Five Creative Ways to Use a Fuzz Pedal for Guitar
The fuzz pedal remains one of the world’s most celebrated effects. Here are five ways it can enhance a guitarist’s sound.

Pedal Partners: Combining EQ with Other Effects
As simple as an EQ pedal may initially appear, it’s a must-have for any pedalboard, large or small. Learn to use this essential effect.

Five Creative Ways to Use a Flanger Pedal for Guitar
Flanger is one of the three core modulation effects, alongside chorus and phaser. Discover how to maximize this powerful sonic tool.

Five Creative Ways to Use a Phaser Pedal for Guitar
Phaser is a classic modulation effect that defined the sound of the ’70s. Learn to use this fantastic tool for enriching a guitar tone.

Five Creative Ways to Use an EQ Pedal for Guitar
The EQ pedal is an essential tool for guitarists. Learn how dialing in EQ can fine-tune a guitar sound and make it sparkle.

Five Creative Ways to Use a Vibrato Pedal for Guitar
Vibrato pedals can sound both subtle and extreme, authentic and outlandish. Find out how to use this singular effect.

Pedal Partners: Combining Compression with Other Effects
A compressor pedal is a brilliant tool to enhance a guitar tone. Learn to get the most from this dynamic pedalboard mainstay.

The Complete Guide to Delay Pedals
This in-depth guide features everything a guitarist needs to begin their journey—from the origins of delay to complex setups.

Five Creative Ways to Use a Multi Overtone Pedal for Guitar
The BOSS MO-2 Multi Overtone pedal is a comprehensive creative tool. Learn to harness its extraordinary power.

Pedal Partners: Combining Tremolo with Other Effects
Tremolo can be the solution to unlocking new exciting tones and effects through a handful of simple pedal combinations.

Five Creative Ways to Use a Fuzz Pedal for Guitar
The fuzz pedal remains one of the world’s most celebrated effects. Here are five ways it can enhance a guitarist’s sound.

Pedal Partners: Combining EQ with Other Effects
As simple as an EQ pedal may initially appear, it’s a must-have for any pedalboard, large or small. Learn to use this essential effect.

Five Creative Ways to Use a Flanger Pedal for Guitar
Flanger is one of the three core modulation effects, alongside chorus and phaser. Discover how to maximize this powerful sonic tool.

Five Creative Ways to Use a Phaser Pedal for Guitar
Phaser is a classic modulation effect that defined the sound of the ’70s. Learn to use this fantastic tool for enriching a guitar tone.

Five Creative Ways to Use an EQ Pedal for Guitar
The EQ pedal is an essential tool for guitarists. Learn how dialing in EQ can fine-tune a guitar sound and make it sparkle.
EXPLORE AMPS

Explore how to discover new tones, share your own, and connect with other BOSS enthusiasts worldwide using BOSS Tone Exchange.

The BOSS Katana is ideal for woodshedding and improving your playing. Here are home practice tips to get the most from your amplifier.

From power outputs to onboard features, this in-depth guide will give you the essentials you need to choose a guitar amp with confidence.

Explore the Katana's sonic capabilities and its comprehensive range of amp types, effects, control functions, desktop editing system, and more.

Learn how the power of BOSS Tone Studio can expand your guitar sound and elevate your overall Katana experience.