Boss MD-500 Modulation Effects Processor

£389.00

JustPedals serve up a tasty Multi Effects. A solid Multi Effects and Chorus that stands out amongst other Multi Effects Pedals on the JustPedals menu. Boss make great Multi Effects Pedals, so If you like Multi Effects and Chorus, then a Boss MD-500 Modulation Effects Processor is the perfect Multi Effects to order in. Read More details Below.


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This tasty Multi Effects number is delivered to your pedal board. A tasty Multi Effects and Chorus that stands out amongst other Multi Effects Pedals on the menu. Boss make great Multi Effects Pedals, so If you like Multi Effects and Chorus, then a Boss MD-500 Modulation Effects Processor is the perfect Multi Effects to order in. The Boss MD-500 Modulation Effects Processor is a versatile pedal which provides an extensive range of modulation effects featuring effects with intensive programming parameters for a wide variety of sounds. Each algorithm has been designed specifically for the RV-500 providing incredibly unique effects while enhancing the popular modulations such as chorus phase flange vibrato and tremolo. Switch to A/B simul mode to use two patches at the same time and connect your favourite gain/drive to the FX looper and place it anywhere in the chain. Powered by advanced Boss technology the MD-500 Modulation pedal is perfect for adding extra depth and dynamics to your sound.

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Boss

Boss is a prominent manufacturer of guitar effects pedals, multi-effects units, and related musical equipment, known for their durability, reliability, and wide range of effects. Founded in 1973 as a division of the Roland Corporation, Boss quickly became synonymous with high-quality effects pedals that are popular among guitarists and musicians worldwide.

Boss pedals are renowned for their rugged construction, intuitive controls, and signature sound quality. The company offers a comprehensive lineup of effects pedals covering various categories, including distortion, overdrive, delay, modulation, and more. Iconic pedals like the DS-1 Distortion, the DS-2 Turbo Distortion, the DD-3 Digital Delay, and the MT-2 Metal Zone have become staples on countless pedalboards due to their versatility and reliability.

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Electric Guitars

Guitar Effects Pedals

Guitars

Multi Effects Pedals

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Chorus

A chorus pedal thickens and widens your tone by subtly duplicating your signal and shifting it slightly out of tune and time. The result is movement — shimmering cleans, liquid arpeggios, and that unmistakable 80s swirl that makes single notes feel fuller and chords sound expansive. From gentle sparkle to deep, watery modulation, chorus adds dimension without overwhelming your core sound.

Use it to bring life to clean passages, soften driven tones, or create spacious textures that sit beautifully in a band mix. Whether you’re after subtle depth or bold, warbling character, a chorus pedal is a simple way to make your guitar sound bigger, richer, and more immersive.

Looper

A looper pedal records and plays back sections of your playing, allowing you to layer sounds and build full arrangements on your own. By capturing short or long phrases, you can create rhythm parts, harmonies, or entire backing tracks in real time. Most loopers offer basic controls for record, overdub, and playback, while advanced models include multiple tracks, tempo syncing, and memory storage for saving your loops.

Loopers are invaluable for practice, songwriting, and live performance. They help you explore ideas, refine timing, and experiment with textures — from solo acoustic performances to complex ambient soundscapes. A good looper pedal becomes an instrument in itself, letting you improvise, arrange, and perform with creativity and freedom, turning one guitar into an entire band.

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Tremolo

A tremolo pedal modulates the volume of your guitar signal up and down in a rhythmic pattern, creating a pulsing or wavering effect that can sound vintage and hypnotic or sharp and choppy depending on the settings. It’s one of the oldest effects in guitar history, famously used on classic amps from the 1950s and ’60s.

Most tremolo pedals let you control the speed, depth, and wave shape, allowing you to go from smooth, subtle swells to intense stuttering tones. It’s a simple but expressive effect that adds movement and character to your sound.

Vibrato

Vibrato refers to a guitar pedal effect that modulates pitch slightly up and down, creating movement and a sense of wobble in the sound. Unlike tremolo, which changes volume, vibrato affects pitch only, producing anything from subtle shimmer to pronounced, warbling textures. It is often used to add character, depth, and vintage-style modulation to guitar tones.