The BOSS SDE-3 Dual Digital Delay Masterclass The SDE-3 Dual Digital Delay fuses legendary Roland SDE-3000 sound with modern features. Here are ten ways to use this powerful pedal. September 4, 2024September 9, 2024 Pedals by Rod Brakes 23 mins read
Behind the Board: Dan Cleary with Dave Navarro of Jane’s Addiction Dave Navarro and Eric Avery’s trusted tech reveals the secrets to the signature sounds of alt-rock icons Jane’s Addiction. July 11, 2024August 7, 2024 Pedals by Rod Brakes 20 mins read
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. February 22, 2024February 23, 2024 Pedals by Rod Brakes 12 mins read
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. December 11, 2023December 11, 2023 Pedals by Joe Branton 8 mins read
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. October 28, 2023October 28, 2023 Pedals by Joe Branton 9 mins read
Five Creative Ways to Use a Vibrato Pedal for Guitar Vibrato pedals can sound both subtle and extreme, authentic and outlandish. Find out how to use this singular effect. August 5, 2023August 5, 2023 Pedals by Joe Branton 8 mins read
Five Creative Ways to Use a Multi Overtone Pedal for Guitar The BOSS MO-2 Multi Overtone pedal is a comprehensive creative tool. Learn to harness its extraordinary power. July 25, 2023July 25, 2023 Pedals by Joe Branton 9 mins read
Five Creative Ways to Use a Flanger Pedal for Guitar Flanger is one of the three core modulation effects, alongside chorus and phaser. Discover how to maximize this powerful sonic tool. June 22, 2023June 22, 2023 Pedals by Joe Branton 8 mins read
Five Creative Ways to Use a Phaser Pedal for Guitar Phaser is a classic modulation effect that defined the sound of the '70s. Learn to use this fantastic tool for enriching a guitar tone. June 22, 2023June 22, 2023 Pedals by Joe Branton 10 mins read
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. May 24, 2023May 24, 2023 Pedals by Joe Branton 8 mins read
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. May 24, 2023May 24, 2023 Pedals by Joe Branton 8 mins read
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. May 24, 2023May 24, 2023 Pedals by Joe Branton 9 mins read
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. April 7, 2023April 7, 2023 Pedals by Joe Branton 11 mins read
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. April 7, 2023April 7, 2023 Pedals by Joe Branton 10 mins read
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. March 16, 2023March 16, 2023 Pedals by Joe Branton 9 mins read
Five Creative Ways to Use a Distortion Pedal for Guitar Distortion pedals can be wild beasts. Understanding how to tailor them to your setup is integral to getting the most out of the effect. March 11, 2023March 11, 2023 Pedals by Joe Branton 9 mins read
Pedal Partners: Combining Reverb with Other Effects Reverb can be the icing on the cake of a guitarist's sound. Here are some exciting sonic options for pairing reverb with other effects. March 11, 2023March 11, 2023 Pedals by Joe Branton 10 mins read
Reverberations: Stew Jackson of Massive Attack The multi-talented producer/guitarist dishes on Bristol's musical mojo, the BOSS RE-202, and the supernatural power of delay. February 1, 2023March 4, 2023 Pedals by Ari Rosenschein 9 mins read
BOSS Slicer: Instant Idea Generator The Slicer effect slices and dices your sound to create rhythmic patterns on the spot. Discover the ins and outs of this innovative original. January 11, 2023August 12, 2023 Pedals by Jim Bybee 9 mins read
Reverberations: Liam Finn of Crowded House Liam Finn discusses playing in Crowded House, essential BOSS gear, and how livestreaming is helping him craft a new album. December 30, 2022December 30, 2022 Looping/Pedals by Ari Rosenschein 9 mins read
Reverberations: Geoff Barrow of Portishead and BEAK The prolific artist opens up about his varied career, sound theories, and lengthy history with the Space Echo leading to the BOSS RE-202. December 30, 2022March 4, 2023 Pedals by Ari Rosenschein 9 mins read
All About the DS-1: The Benchmark BOSS Distortion Since its debut, the DS-1 has fueled the music of trendsetting guitarists from every genre. Learn why it's loved by generations of players. October 6, 2022October 6, 2022 Pedals by Jim Bybee 18 mins read
Behind the Sounds of the BOSS GX-100 The BOSS GX-100 is a powerful guitar effects processor with a sleek, ultra-modern design. Meet the tone chasers behind many of its sounds. June 30, 2022January 29, 2025 Multi-Effects by Ari Rosenschein 5 mins read
Inside the RE-202 Space Echo To many, the Space Echo is the ultimate tape echo. BOSS engineers share how they analyzed and captured this classic sound for the RE-202. May 11, 2022May 13, 2022 Pedals by Ari Rosenschein 20 mins read
What the Fuzz? The Origins of BOSS Fuzz Pedals With the release of the Waza Craft FZ-1W Fuzz, BOSS has come full circle from its '60s psychedelic rock roots. Get the entire fuzzy history. December 21, 2021December 22, 2021 Pedals by Rod Brakes 14 mins read