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
“I’m Not Okay (I Promise)” is a defining track in the MCR repertoire. Learn about the iconic song and get its tone with the BOSS Katana.
The Acoustic Singer series provides self-contained amplification for performing singer/guitarists. These useful tips will elevate your gigs.
Explore the essential acoustic guitar effects, learn how to use them, and discover the best order for your unique signal chain.
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.
From the tiny Katana-Mini to the Katana Artist flagship combo, learn how each amp in the series could suit your unique musical needs.
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.
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
Learn how to choose a bass guitar amp for recording, gigging, and home practice. Plus, discover how the Katana Bass ticks all boxes.
The Acoustic Singer series provides self-contained amplification for performing singer/guitarists. These useful tips will elevate your gigs.
Learn why BOSS Katana is the ideal amplifier for beginner guitarists. Plus, get the scope of the entire line.
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.
With the Version 3 update, Nextone builds on the line's robust tone shaping and customization power. Learn to maximize its latest features.