Emma Ruth Rundle discusses artistic identity, These Killing Times, and the enduring role of BOSS and Roland gear in her creative process.
Skunk Anansie guitarist Ace reveals the all-BOSS “workhorse” pedalboard behind his live sound and why the GT-1000 remains his top fly rig.
Inside James Walbourne’s guitar world: essential pedals, tone, songwriting, live performance, recording, and lessons from a life in music.
The musical surrealist revisits everything from a Summer of Love adolescence to pedal preferences and the origins of his melodic existentialism.
EXPLORE LOOPING AND WIRELESS
Since 1978, this game changer has stayed close to musicians on the move. Learn how the CUBE became the world's favorite portable amp series.
“Paint It Black” is a landmark Rolling Stones single, known for its haunting sound and distinctive instrumentation. Learn how to capture the grief-stricken tone with the BOSS Katana.
Learn why BOSS Katana is the ideal amplifier for beginner guitarists. Plus, get the scope of the entire line.
By design, all Katana amps make it easy to dial in and save great sounds on the fly. Learn about the powerful editor for the Katana 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.
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.
How to Choose a Pitch Pedal
A clear guide to the complete BOSS pitch range—learn how the XS-1, XS-100, OC-5, and PS-6 can reshape your sound and inspire new ideas
Reverberations: Olly Steele
The London-based guitarist walks us through his history, the power of the XS-100 Poly Shifter, and how he’d explain his style to his granny.
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.
BOSS Effects Pedals for Keyboardists
An exciting world of effects awaits keyboardists from rotary, chorus, flanging, and phasing to reverb, delay, distortion, loopers, and more.
Whirled Class: From Spinning Speaker Cabs to the RT-2 Rotary Ensemble
Explore the pivotal history of rotary speakers, the evolution to the BOSS RT-2, and iconic tracks shaped by this mesmerizing sound.
Five Creative Ways to Use the RT-2 Rotary Ensemble
Discover five inspiring ways to use this essential modulation pedal and bring the whirling magic of rotary speaker cab sounds to your rig.
Pedal Partners: Combining the RT-2 Rotary Ensemble with Other Effects
Elevate your sound with inspiring tones and textures by pairing this sublime rotary speaker cabinet effect with other BOSS stompboxes.
BOSS Engineering: RT-2 Rotary Ensemble
RT-2 project lead, Takeshi Mitsuhashi, reveals how BOSS captured the soul of classic rotary—and pushed it even further than before.
Behind the Board: Ben Jackson with Yungblud
Yungblud’s live and studio tones are built on BOSS—guitar tech Ben Jackson reveals how the band’s boards bring the noise night after night.
Reverberations: Alessandro “Asso” Stefana
Enter the enigmatic world of Alessandro Stefana—guitarist, composer, and sonic explorer—in this rare interview on sound, gear, and vision.
Ola Englund on the HM-2W: Swedish Chainsaw Tone Returns
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.
Gain Appreciation: Analyzing the BOSS HM-2W
Colin Scott of CSGuitars spent quality time with the BOSS HM-2W, returning with a deep-dive technical exploration of the Waza Craft pedal.
What’s the Difference Between a DS-1, SD-1, and BD-2?
Discover the differences between these three pedals. Explore how they sound, how they’re used, and which one might work for you.
MT-2: A Heavy Metal History Lesson
The MT-2 is more than a million-selling mainstay of bedroom players. Learn how Biffy Clyro, Kurt Ballou, and others harness its extreme tone.
Why Every Guitarist Needs an SD-1
The legendary SD-1 is truly a sound for all styles. Run through four key advantages of the classic pedal and find out what it can do for you.
What’s the Difference Between Overdrive and Distortion?
Overdrive and distortion are unique sounds that can be confused. Gain an increased awareness of the differences between the two terms.
Five RC-5 Tips for the Gigging Musician
The RC-5 provides players a wealth of sonic possibilities, all without having to take hands off the guitar. Here are five powerful tips.
Delayed Reaction: Essential Live DM-2W Settings
Echo continues to be a favored sound for guitarists, both live and in the studio. Enter the DM-2W, a fresh take on the classic delay pedal.
The Many Uses of the BOSS NS-2 Noise Suppressor
Still the industry standard of noise gate pedals, guitarists can use this flexible NS-2 in several ways to tame the buzz.
A Chorus of Tones: CE-2W Studio Applications
From the goth to grunge, the CE-2W is the chorus to beat. Learn how the deceptively simple pedal works wonders in the studio.
EXPLORE AMPS
Emma Ruth Rundle discusses artistic identity, These Killing Times, and the enduring role of BOSS and Roland gear in her creative process.
With the Version 3 update, Nextone builds on the line's robust tone shaping and customization power. Learn to maximize its latest features.
Fleetwood Mac’s “Dreams” is beloved by fans spanning generations. Learn how to recreate its ethereal sound with the BOSS Katana.
“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 Juliana Theory founding member and guitarist discusses his new solo project and the BOSS gear that has been with him every step of the way.