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Suggestions Pedals Looping Multi-Effects Amps Guitar Synth Wireless Looping Over and Over: The Stickmen Project Mysterious EDM duo The Stickmen Project discusses how TikTok and a Loop Station helped grow a massive online following and forge a career. by Paul Kobylensky 8 mins read Pedals 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. by Rod Brakes 12 mins read Pedals Echoes in Time: The History of BOSS Delay Pedals Come along as we run down the entire history of BOSS delay pedals through the years, from 1978 all the way up to the present day. by Jim Bybee 43 mins read Amps / Multi-Effects / Pedals 7 mins read BOSS 2022: The Year in Review BOSS debuted over twenty new products in 2021, and the output didn’t slow in 2022. Look back at twelve months of activity and releases. looping See All » Five RC-5 Tips for the Gigging Musician by Stuart Williams 5 mins read The RC-5 provides players a wealth of sonic possibilities, all without having to take hands off the guitar. Here are five powerful tips. 5 Ways to Enhance Your Playing with the RC-500 by Ed Lim 7 mins read With its two tracks, versatile drum grooves, and rhythmic effects, the RC-500 is the perfect creative companion. Discover how to utilize it. Shooting From the Lip: A Brief History of Beatboxing by Henry Yates 14 mins read This is the story of a modern art form, from the trailblazers of the NY beat battles to the BOSS RC-505mkII Loop Station. Explore beatboxing. BOSS RC-505mkII Loop Station: The Next Generation by Henry Yates 10 mins read From the start, the BOSS RC series blazed the looping trail. Learn how the RC-505mkII Loop Station is blowing sonic possibilities wide open. looping See All » Navigating the BOSS Loop Station Lineup: A Guide to Picking the Perfect Pedal Here’s how to navigate the Loop Station series, compare key features, and find the right pedal for your stage, studio, or production rig. by Henry Yates 21 mins read Over and Over: The Stickmen Project Mysterious EDM duo The Stickmen Project discusses how TikTok and a Loop Station helped grow a massive online following and forge a career. by Paul Kobylensky 8 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. by Ari Rosenschein 9 mins read wireless See All » Express Yourself: Expanding Creativity with the EV-1-WL A wireless expression pedal opens up worlds of creativity. Learn how the EV-1-WL can expand your sound by controlling effects parameters. by Ed Lim 10 mins read Which BOSS Wireless Guitar System Is For Me? Are you ready to make the jump and leave those tangled cables behind? Discover exactly which BOSS Wireless System is right for you. by Ed Lim 10 mins read Go Wireless with the BOSS Katana-Air Wouldn’t it be great to grab your guitar and instantly start playing without cables or pedals? With the wireless Katana-Air, you can. by Jim Bybee 8 mins read Distortion & Overdrive EXPLORE pedals See All » Reverberations: Ed O’Brien of Radiohead The echo aficionado reveals his favorite stompboxes and explains why BOSS has been at the forefront of all this incredible music.” by Rod Brakes 9 mins read Reverberations: Sophie Burrell The shred virtuoso talks about the power of songwriting, her social media success, and stamping out separation, misogyny, and sexism. by Rod Brakes 14 mins read Reverberations: Malina Moye The six-string sensation discusses her beloved BOSS pedals and this year’s IWD campaign theme: Inspire Inclusion. by Rod Brakes 13 mins read Reverberations: Liv Thompson with RAYE From gritty clubs to world-famous arenas and festivals, pop session extraordinaire Liv Thompson offers sound advice. by Rod Brakes 13 mins read pedals See All » 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. by Jack Cooper 11 mins read Why the RE-201 Space Echo Remains a Classic The RE-201 is what we think of today when somebody mentions the Space Echo. Find out why it’s such an iconic tape echo unit. by Paul White 7 mins read Why the BOSS TU-3 is the Go-To Tuner Pedal for Touring Pros The TU-3 is the tuner of choice for the world’s finest players. Discover why this legendary utility pedal remains an industry-standard tool. by Jim Bybee 7 mins read guitar synth See All » Pedal Partners: Combining a Synth Pedal with Other Effects A synth pedal can transform a guitar signal into another instrument entirely. Explore the versatility of this powerful tool. by Joe Branton 8 mins read The Complete Guide to Guitar Synthesizers Immerse yourself in the world of guitar synthesis and learn about the history and technology that power these powerful sound-creation tools. by Paul White 18 mins read Five Creative Ways to Use a Synth Pedal The SY-1 is one of the most versatile effects ever. Learn to utilize this powerful synth pedal for maximum expression. by Joe Branton 8 mins read wireless AND GUITAR SYNTH BOSS GP-10: A Guitar Tech, Roadie, Studio, and Rack in a Box by Braegen Russell 6 mins read The GP-10 is a guitar tech, roadie, guitar studio and effects rack all in one. Learn how to have your dream rig with this simple setup. Under the Hood of the EURUS GS-1 by Paul White 7 mins read With the EURUS GS-1, BOSS brings its advanced synth engine into a high-quality guitar. Discover what makes the instrument so innovative. Go Wireless with the BOSS Katana-Air by Jim Bybee 8 mins read Wouldn’t it be great to grab your guitar and instantly start playing without cables or pedals? With the wireless Katana-Air, you can. Strings and Synths: A History of Roland and BOSS Guitar Synthesizers by Jack Cooper and Michael Molenda 14 mins read Guitar synthesizers have come a long way. Learn how early Roland guitar synths and MIDI innovation led to current BOSS technology. Distortion & Overdrive EXPLORE Our Contributors See All » Fletcher Stewart Fletcher is a Knoxville Tennessee-bred, North Yorkshire-based writer and musician who is also founder and front man for the Sub-Gents. His articles appear in Reverb , Tone Report , and many other outlets. Michael Molenda Michael was the longest-serving editor-in-chief of Guitar Player . Currently, he runs the Guardians of Guitar website, creates content for guitar-gear manufacturers, and was Content Director for Modern Drummer magazine. Paul White Paul is Executive Editor at SOS Publications after 30-years as Editor of Sound on Sound . Self-described as a lapsed electronics engineer,” Paul is half of Cydonia Collective producing cinematic chillout music. Rod Brakes Rod is BOSS Brand Communications and Content Specialist. His writing appears in outlets like Guitar World , Music Radar , Total Guitar , and many others. He’s also a lifelong musician. amps See All » The BOSS Katana Amp Range: Choose Your Weapon From the tiny Katana-Mini to the Katana Artist flagship combo, learn how each amp in the series could suit your unique musical needs. by Ed Lim 11 mins read A Beginner’s Guide to Bass Amps: Fundamental Sounds This beginner’s guide to bass amps provides a tour of the essential sounds bassists should look for in their amplifier. by Lee Glynn 25 mins read Patch Work: Ain’t Talkin’ ‘Bout Love” by Van Halen The Van Halen classic maintains a hold on rock fans and guitar heads. Learn about the song and how to capture its tone with the BOSS Katana. by Ari Rosenschein 5 mins read amps See All » Patch Work: Dreams” by Fleetwood Mac Fleetwood Mac’s Dreams” is beloved by fans spanning generations. Learn how to recreate its ethereal sound with the BOSS Katana. by Carolyn Shlensky 5 mins read Patch Work: Bad Habit” by Steve Lacy Steve Lacy’s "Bad Habit" introduced this genre-blurring guitar hero. Learn the song’s chordal vocabulary and nail its tones with the BOSS...