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
Learn how the Katana-Mini can boost your inspiration during downtime and keep you in practice for future gigs.
Katana combines precision engineering, breakthrough technology, and decades of experience to produce its sound. Explore the whole series.
The BOSS DUAL CUBE LX builds on the legacy of the globally popular series. Learn to get the most out of this small yet mighty amp.
Wouldn’t it be great to grab your guitar and instantly start playing without cables or pedals? With the wireless Katana-Air, you can.
Emma Ruth Rundle discusses artistic identity, These Killing Times, and the enduring role of BOSS and Roland gear in her creative process.
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.
Reverberations: James Walbourne of Pretenders and His Lordship
Inside James Walbourne’s guitar world: essential pedals, tone, songwriting, live performance, recording, and lessons from a life in music.
Behind the Board: Dean Rowbotham With Good Charlotte, Bring Me the Horizon, and The Prodigy
From Sheffield shops to world tours, DR Guitars founder and master rig builder for the pros, Dean Rowbotham, retraces globetrotting steps.
Behind the Board: Mattias Johansson With The Cure, Dinosaur Jr., and The Black Crowes
We go deep behind the scenes with the trusted tech of Robert Smith, J Mascis, Rich Robinson, Doyle Bramhall II, and other legends of guitar.
Flawless Feel, Sublime Sound, Perfect Precision: The XS Series Poly Shifters
How BOSS mastered the three As of pitch shifting—Attack, Authenticity, Accuracy—with the XS-1 and XS-100, setting new industry standards.
An Introduction to Pitch Shifter Pedals
Discover what pitch shifter pedals do, how they work, and why they’re essential tools for guitarists seeking new tones and creative freedom.
Shifting With the Times: The History of BOSS Pitch Pedals
Explore decades of industry-leading BOSS pitch pedal innovation, from the classic OC-2 Octave to the advanced XS-1 and XS-100 Poly Shifters.
Reverberations: Echo & the Bunnymen Guitarist Will Sergeant
Will Sergeant talks Echo & the Bunnymen’s iconic guitar tones, Roland and BOSS gear, and how he’s shaped the post-punk sound since 1978.
Five Creative Ways to Use a Pitch Shifter Pedal
Watch inspiring demo videos and discover new techniques on how to transform your music-making with the BOSS OC-5, PS-6, XS-1, and XS-100.
Reverberations: Gorillaz Bassist Seye Adelekan
From dub to punk to electronic, Gorillaz’s touring bass player relies on the BOSS GT-1000 Guitar Effects Processor for his seismic low end.
Reverberations: ĠENN’s Janelle Borg and Leona Farrugia
We explore how ĠENN fuse art-rock energy with cinematic soundscapes using BOSS pedals, as creativity, sisterhood, and live power collide.
Five Creative Ways to Use a Harmonist Pedal for Guitar
The BOSS PS-6 Harmonist is a unique, feature-packed pitch-shifting effect. Learn to unlock its massive potential.
The Legend of the CE-1 and RE-201 Preamps
The CE-1 and RE-201 are beloved for their analog preamp circuits. The BP-1W Booster/Preamp now puts these revered preamps into compact form.
Using a Delay Pedal with Other Instruments
Delay pedals aren’t solely for guitars. Learn why using this effect with other instruments is a gateway to fresh sonic landscapes.
Exploring the Differences Between BOSS Delay Pedals
Explore the differences between BOSS delay pedals so you can decide which BOSS delay is perfect for your sound and playing style.
Comparing Analog and Digital Delay Pedals
Learn the differences between analog and digital delay guitar pedals and how to best utilize them in your setup.
Popular Delay Pedal Artists and Their Iconic Sounds
Examine some of the most popular delay artists and their iconic sounds. Then, explore their pedals and how to capture their unique tones.
X Series Pedals: MDP Technology Explained
The BOSS X Series is popular with players who value character, crispness, and expressiveness. Take a deep dive into their MDP technology.
The Delay Pedal Glossary
Explore this comprehensive delay pedal glossary to learn about attack, feedback, wow, flutter, and everything in between.
Pedal Partners: Combining a Slicer with Other Effects
A Slicer is far from a typical tonal tool. Learn how it can be perfect for guitarists pushing their boundaries and creating unique tones.
Reverberations: Noel Gallagher
The Manchester master tunesmith opens up about the magic of guitar, the role of effects, and his endless search for melodies.
EXPLORE AMPS
Fleetwood Mac’s “Dreams” is beloved by fans spanning generations. Learn how to recreate its ethereal sound 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.
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.
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.