BOSS GT-1 Guitar Effects Processor

Description

Ultra-portable and easy to use, the GT-1 delivers professional-grade tones anywhere you play. Powered by BOSS’s GT-series engine, it offers world-class amps and effects for every genre. Its streamlined interface ensures quick sound creation, while the assignable control switch and expression pedal give you real-time control. With BOSS TONE CENTRAL, you can download free pro patches, editing tools, and more—ideal for both beginners and advanced players on the move.

Features

• Premium BOSS sound engine in a compact, lightweight floor unit

• Modern, smooth-edged design—safe for transport in guitar bags

• Easy Select & Easy Edit functions for fast tone creation and tweaking

• Four AA batteries provide up to 7 hours of playtime

• Built-in control switch & expression pedal; additional jack for external control

• Free downloadable patches via BOSS Tone Central

• Create and share Livesets through BOSS Tone Exchange

Sound and Performance

• Powered by BOSS’s legendary sound engine for studio-grade tone

• Wide selection of COSM amps—from vintage classics to modern MDP-based tones

• Includes specialized effects: Acoustic Simulator, Guitar Simulator, and more

• Onboard looper enhances practice and performance

Ease of Use

• Intuitive Easy Select and Easy Edit functions

• Genre, distortion, or effect-type-based patch selection

• Deep parameter editing via dedicated buttons

• Quick-access panel for real-time adjustments

Connectivity and Expansion

• Three footswitches for patch control, tuner, and looper functions

• Assignable CTL1 switch for tap tempo, effect toggle, etc.

• Expression pedal and toe switch customizable for volume, wah, and modulation

• USB connectivity for DAW recording and patch management

Specifications

Sampling Frequency: 44.1 kHz
AD Conversion: 24 bits + AF method
AF (Adaptive Focus) method improves signal-to-noise ratio on AD/DA converters
DA Conversion: 24 bits
Effects: 108 types
Patches: 99 User + 99 Preset
Phrase Loop: 32 sec

Nominal Input Level:

• INPUT: -10 dBu

• AUX IN: -20 dBu

Maximum Input Level:

• INPUT: +7 dBu

• AUX IN: 0 dBu

Input Impedance:

• INPUT: 1 MΩ

• AUX IN: 27 kΩ

Nominal Output Level:

• OUTPUT (L/MONO, R): -10 dBu

• PHONES: -10 dBu

Output Impedance:

• OUTPUT (L/MONO, R): 1 kΩ

• PHONES: 44 Ω

Recommended Load Impedance:

• OUTPUT (L/MONO, R): 10 kΩ or greater

• PHONES: 44 Ω or greater

Controls

• DOWN/UP switches

• CTL1 switch

• EASY SELECT / EASY EDIT / FX1 / OD / PREAMP / MOD / DELAY / REVERB buttons

• MEMORY EDIT / EXIT / ENTER / MENU buttons

• 3 parameter knobs

• Expression pedal

Display

• Graphic LCD (132 x 32 dots, backlit)

Connectors

• INPUT jack

• OUTPUT (L/MONO, R) jacks: 1/4-inch phone type

• CTL2,3/EXP2 jack: 1/4-inch TRS type

• AUX IN: stereo mini-jack

• PHONES: stereo mini-jack

• USB COMPUTER port (Type-B)

• DC IN jack

Power Supply

• 4 × AA Alkaline batteries or AC adaptor (sold separately)

• Current Draw: 200 mA

• Battery Life: Approx. 7 hours continuous use

Accessories

• Owner’s manual

• “Using the Unit Safely” leaflet

• 4 × AA batteries

Options (Sold Separately)

• AC adaptor: PSA series

• Footswitch: FS-5U, FS-5L, FS-6, FS-7

• Expression Pedal: FV-500L, FV-500H, Roland EV-5

• Carrying Case: CB-BM-S

Dimensions

Width: 305 mm
Depth: 152 mm
Height: 56 mm
Maximum Height: 74 mm
Weight (including battery): 1.3 kg

Disclaimer

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