About Boss

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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.

In addition to individual pedals, Boss also produces multi-effects units, loopers, tuners, and accessories designed to meet the needs of modern guitarists and musicians. Their multi-effects units, such as the GT-1000 series, offer a wide range of effects and amp modeling capabilities in a single unit, providing players with a compact and convenient solution for achieving a variety of tones.

With a legacy of innovation and a commitment to quality, Boss continues to be a trusted name in the world of guitar effects, inspiring musicians to explore new sonic possibilities and express themselves creatively.

Guitar Effect Pedal

A guitar pedal, also known as an effects pedal, is a device used by guitarists to alter the sound of their instrument in various ways. These pedals are typically small, foot-operated units that are connected in a signal chain between the guitar and the amplifier. They can modify the guitar’s tone, pitch, and dynamics by applying different effects such as distortion, reverb, delay, chorus, and more. Guitar pedals come in both analog and digital formats, and they allow musicians to create a wide range of sounds, enhancing their musical expression and creativity. They are essential tools for guitarists in genres ranging from rock and blues to jazz and electronic music.

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Volume

A volume pedal is a pedal-style device used to control the volume level of an instrument, typically a guitar or a keyboard, by foot movement. It allows musicians to adjust the volume smoothly and dynamically while playing, providing hands-free control over their instrument’s output level. Here’s how a volume pedal works and some common features:

1. **Pedal Design**: A volume pedal consists of a foot-operated pedal and a housing unit. The pedal is typically attached to a potentiometer (variable resistor) inside the housing, which adjusts the volume level based on the pedal’s position.

2. **Expression Pedal Compatibility**: Many volume pedals are compatible with expression pedals, allowing players to control other parameters in addition to volume, such as modulation depth, delay mix, or wah effect, depending on the pedal and the equipment it’s connected to. This adds versatility and flexibility to the pedal’s functionality.

3. **Input and Output Jacks**: Volume pedals have input and output jacks for connecting the instrument’s signal input and output, respectively. Some volume pedals also feature additional jacks for connecting to effects pedals or other audio equipment.

4. **Taper and Sweep**: The taper refers to the way the volume changes in relation to the pedal’s movement. Most volume pedals feature an audio taper, which provides a logarithmic response to the pedal’s movement, mimicking the way human ears perceive volume changes. The sweep refers to the range of motion of the pedal, from minimum to maximum volume.

5. **Minimum Volume Control**: Some volume pedals include a minimum volume control knob or switch, which allows players to set a minimum volume level when the pedal is fully depressed. This can be useful for achieving swells or fade-ins from silence.

6. **Buffered vs. Passive**: Volume pedals may be either buffered or passive. Buffered pedals include an active circuit that maintains a consistent impedance and signal strength, preventing signal loss and preserving tone when using long cable runs or connecting to multiple effects pedals. Passive pedals, on the other hand, do not include active circuitry and may introduce some signal loss, especially with long cable runs.

7. **Tuner Out**: Some volume pedals feature a tuner output jack, which allows players to connect a tuner pedal directly to the volume pedal. This enables silent tuning while muting the instrument’s signal to the amplifier or other audio equipment.

Overall, a volume pedal is a versatile tool for guitarists, keyboardists, and other musicians seeking dynamic control over their instrument’s volume level. Whether used for swells, fade-ins, rhythm adjustments, or creative volume effects, a volume pedal provides hands-free control and adds expressive possibilities to live performances and studio recordings.

BOSS Fv-500H High Impedance Volume Pedal, Ultra-Smooth Pedal Movement & Heavy-Duty Aluminum Die Casting Body

£110.00

For 14 years, the famous BOSS FV-300 served as an industry-standard volume pedal, today the bar has been raised with BOSS’s FV-500H and FV-500L pedals. These tank-tough diecast pedals are designed to meet the needs of the most demanding customers. FV-500H (high-impedance) refers to electronic audio devices with an input or output impedance of more than 600 ohms, perfect for electric guitars & bass. Heavy-duty aluminum die casting body. Ultra-smooth pedal movement for the utmost in comfort and control. Pedal rubber is for comfortable play and non-slip action. Expression pedal function. Convenient tuner-output jack. Adjustable pedal feel (torque).

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BOSS Fv-50H Mono High-Impedance Volume Pedal

£74.00

High-impedance FV-50H designed for connection before guitar effects units Low-impedance FV-50L enables direct control of stereo keyboards and stereo effects units Minimum Volume knob lets users set minimum volume as desired Convenient Tuner Out jack enables speedy tuning on stage

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BOSS Fv-50L Mono Low-Impedance Volume Pedal

£79.00 £75.00

Low-impedance FV-50L enables direct control of stereo keyboards and stereo effects units Minimum Volume knob lets users set minimum volume as desired Convenient Tuner Out jack enables speedy tuning on stage Number of items: 1.0

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BOSS Fv-30L Low-Impedance Foot Volume Pedal

£78.99

Compact foot volume pedals with kickin’ new designs specially created for saving space on your pedalboard Maintaining the trusted BOSS standard for sound quality, reliability, and durability Space-saving volume pedals with rugged aluminum die-cast body designs Silky feel with smooth pivot for maximum control Tuner out jack (FV-30H) Stereo input and output (FV-30L) FV-30H for direct connection to high-impedance gear like electric guitars FV-30L for low-impedance gear like synthesizers and stompboxes

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BOSS DS-1 Distortion Pedal, Classic Tones for All Types of Music, The benchmark in Guitar distortion,Orange

£74.00 £63.53

Legendary distortion used by guitarists everywhere since 1978. BOSS’s first distortion pedal defined a bold new sound, delivering hard-edged attack and smooth sustain that’s been a staple of players for generations. The classic DS-1 tone is behind the signature sounds of numerous rock legends, and is ready to fuel your own signature sound today. Hard-edged attack remains clear even at maximum distortion settings, ideal for heavy rhythms and cutting solos. Works great as a booster at low distortion settings. Unique tone control offers a wide range of sound shaping. Doesn’t mask the unique sound characteristics of different guitars, pickups, and styles. Turning down the guitar’s volume cleans up the tone without introducing muddiness. BOSS five-year warranty.

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