More than merely a drive pedal for blues players, the BD-2 Blues Driver is a modern classic with genre-spanning appeal.
Boosts and preamp pedals help increase guitar level and shape tone. Here’s everything you need to know about these versatile pedals.
The BOSS PS-6 Harmonist is a unique, feature-packed pitch-shifting effect. Learn to unlock its massive potential.
Vibrato pedals can sound both subtle and extreme, authentic and outlandish. Find out how to use this singular effect.
The BOSS MO-2 Multi Overtone pedal is a comprehensive creative tool. Learn to harness its extraordinary power.
Flanger is one of the three core modulation effects, alongside chorus and phaser. Discover how to maximize this powerful sonic tool.
Phaser is a classic modulation effect that defined the sound of the '70s. Learn to use this fantastic tool for enriching a guitar tone.
A noise suppressor can be one of the most helpful tone-shaping tools on a pedalboard. Learn to use these pedals in unique ways.
Flanger has been a swirling presence in music throughout the decades. Learn to combine it with other effects for incredible results.
A line selector is a utility pedal with many applications. Learn to maximize this incredibly useful device.
A compressor is essential to any professional player’s pedalboard. Learn to use the effect and open up a world of sonic possibilities.
Chorus is an effect that transcends genres. Here are some unique and creative ways to use it to enhance your guitar tone.
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.
Distortion pedals can be wild beasts. Understanding how to tailor them to your setup is integral to getting the most out of the effect.
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.
The multi-talented producer/guitarist dishes on Bristol's musical mojo, the BOSS RE-202, and the supernatural power of delay.
The Slicer effect slices and dices your sound to create rhythmic patterns on the spot. Discover the ins and outs of this innovative original.
Liam Finn discusses playing in Crowded House, essential BOSS gear, and how livestreaming is helping him craft a new album.
The prolific artist opens up about his varied career, sound theories, and lengthy history with the Space Echo leading to the BOSS RE-202.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The FZ-1W Fuzz is a totally new pedal with a fresh take on the sound of ’60s units—reimagined for modern players. Learn how it came to be.
Country music uses pedals differently than other genres. Explore the style's effects history and learn to use stompboxes to get that twang.