Guitar tech Gavin Maxwell shares pro pedalboard tips and unique insights into the signature sounds of Mogwai and IDLES.
Al Robinson, Reeves Gabrels’ longtime tech, breaks down his gear, vast pedal collection, BOSS tattoos, and why Gabrels is “the best tech.”
There's an art to assembling a pedalboard. Learn how perfecting a signal chain will reward you with the tone you've been seeking.
Top-tier guitar tech Dave Lee shares behind-the-scenes insights from his time working with John Frusciante of the Red Hot Chili Peppers.
EXPLORE LOOPING AND WIRELESS
Are you ready to make the jump and leave those tangled cables behind? Discover exactly which BOSS Wireless System is right for you.
The Acoustic Singer series provides self-contained amplification for performing singer/guitarists. These useful tips will elevate your gigs.
Beyoncé’s “Texas Hold ‘Em” highlights the Houston native’s Southern roots and distinctive country style. Learn the song's key chords and embellishments.
“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.
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.
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.
Creative Ways to Use a Noise Suppressor Pedal for Guitar
A noise suppressor can be one of the most helpful tone-shaping tools on a pedalboard. Learn to use these pedals in unique ways.
Pedal Partners: Combining Octave with Other Effects
Octave pedals carve a path for guitarists to veer into synth tones and big bass riffs. Find out how to utilize this expansive effect.
Pedal Partners: Combining Flanger with Other Effects
Flanger has been a swirling presence in music throughout the decades. Learn to combine it with other effects for incredible results.
Five Creative Ways to Use a Line Selector Pedal for Guitar
A line selector is a utility pedal with many applications. Learn to maximize this incredibly useful device.
Five Creative Ways to Use an Octave Pedal for Guitar
An octave pedal can be one of the most creative tools in your sonic arsenal. Explore the myriad possibilities of this remarkable effect.
Pedal Partners: Combining Fuzz with Other Effects
Fuzz can be one of the most exciting pedals on a guitarist’s board. Here are some powerful recipes for combining it with other effects.
Pedal Partners: Combining Chorus with Other Effects
Chorus adds an extra dimension when paired with other pedals. Here are some dynamic suggestions for combining it with different effects.
Five Creative Ways to Use a Compressor Pedal for Guitar
A compressor is essential to any professional player’s pedalboard. Learn to use the effect and open up a world of sonic possibilities.
Five Creative Ways to Use a Chorus Pedal for Guitar
Chorus is an effect that transcends genres. Here are some unique and creative ways to use it to enhance your guitar tone.
Five Creative Ways to Use a Reverb Pedal for Guitar
As one of the most popular effects, there are more variations of reverb than ever. Learn its history and how to harness reverb’s power.
Creative Ways to Use a Noise Suppressor Pedal for Guitar
A noise suppressor can be one of the most helpful tone-shaping tools on a pedalboard. Learn to use these pedals in unique ways.
Pedal Partners: Combining Octave with Other Effects
Octave pedals carve a path for guitarists to veer into synth tones and big bass riffs. Find out how to utilize this expansive effect.
Pedal Partners: Combining Flanger with Other Effects
Flanger has been a swirling presence in music throughout the decades. Learn to combine it with other effects for incredible results.
Five Creative Ways to Use a Line Selector Pedal for Guitar
A line selector is a utility pedal with many applications. Learn to maximize this incredibly useful device.
Five Creative Ways to Use an Octave Pedal for Guitar
An octave pedal can be one of the most creative tools in your sonic arsenal. Explore the myriad possibilities of this remarkable effect.
Pedal Partners: Combining Fuzz with Other Effects
Fuzz can be one of the most exciting pedals on a guitarist’s board. Here are some powerful recipes for combining it with other effects.
Pedal Partners: Combining Chorus with Other Effects
Chorus adds an extra dimension when paired with other pedals. Here are some dynamic suggestions for combining it with different effects.
Five Creative Ways to Use a Compressor Pedal for Guitar
A compressor is essential to any professional player’s pedalboard. Learn to use the effect and open up a world of sonic possibilities.
Five Creative Ways to Use a Chorus Pedal for Guitar
Chorus is an effect that transcends genres. Here are some unique and creative ways to use it to enhance your guitar tone.
Five Creative Ways to Use a Reverb Pedal for Guitar
As one of the most popular effects, there are more variations of reverb than ever. Learn its history and how to harness reverb’s power.
EXPLORE AMPS
From livestreams to venues, a great acoustic guitar amp will power up a performance while retaining the unplugged vibe.
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.
The Van Halen classic maintains a hold on rock fans and guitar heads. Learn about the song and how to capture its tone with the BOSS Katana.
Learn how the Katana-Mini can boost your inspiration during downtime and keep you in practice for future gigs.
BOSS Katana amplifiers are versatile and feature-packed. This brief guided tour will help you sweeten your amp with a few choice suggestions.