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
Four-string icon Bakithi Kumalo talks about township beginnings, playing with Paul Simon, and encouraging the next generation of musicians.
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.
Gritty, slinky, and incredibly catchy, “No One Knows” rocketed Queens of the Stone Age to the top. Capture its tone with the BOSS Katana.
Katana combines precision engineering, breakthrough technology, and decades of experience to produce its sound. Explore the whole series.
Learn the basic steps to get your Katana set up and sounding its best. Plus, explore its controls and features.
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.
Reverberations: Liv Thompson with RAYE
From gritty clubs to world-famous arenas and festivals, pop session extraordinaire Liv Thompson offers sound advice.
The BOSS BD-2 Blues Driver: A Touchstone of Tone
More than merely a drive pedal for blues players, the BD-2 Blues Driver is a modern classic with genre-spanning appeal.
Why Buffers are Important for Great Tone
Every BOSS pedal includes a buffer, an essential tool for keeping your guitar sounding great. Learn more about this tone-saving feature.
Echoes in Time: The History of BOSS Delay Pedals
Come along as we run down the entire history of BOSS delay pedals through the years, from 1978 all the way up to the present day.
Why the BOSS TU-3 is the Go-To Tuner Pedal for Touring Pros
The TU-3 is the tuner of choice for the world’s finest players. Discover why this legendary utility pedal remains an industry-standard tool.
The Complete Guide to Boost and Preamp Pedals
Boosts and preamp pedals help increase guitar level and shape tone. Here’s everything you need to know about these versatile pedals.
The Complete Guide to Noise Gate and Suppressor Pedals
A noise gate can be the cornerstone of a great guitar tone. Investigate the world of noise gates and suppressor pedals.
The Complete Guide to Acoustic Guitar Effects Pedals and Signal Chain
Explore the essential acoustic guitar effects, learn how to use them, and discover the best order for your unique signal chain.
Using Delay for Specific Genres
Whether you’re seeking crisp echoes, tape saturation, or subtle analog delays for a slapback effect, here are genre tips for every style.
Five Creative Ways to Use a Synth Pedal
The SY-1 is one of the most versatile effects ever. Learn to utilize this powerful synth pedal for maximum expression.
EXPLORE AMPS
The BOSS Katana series has steadily evolved since 2016. Explore the latest advancements in the new Katana Gen 3 line.
From the tiny Katana-Mini to the Katana Artist flagship combo, learn how each amp in the series could suit your unique musical needs.
Learn how the Katana-Mini can boost your inspiration during downtime and keep you in practice for future gigs.
Four-string icon Bakithi Kumalo talks about township beginnings, playing with Paul Simon, and encouraging the next generation of musicians.
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.