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BOSS Announces Updates For The GT-1000 and GT-1000CORE Guitar Effects



BOSS announces system updates for the GT-1000 and GT-1000CORE the company’s leading amp/effects processors for guitarists and bassists.

The Version 4.0 (GT-1000) and Version 2.0 (GT-1000CORE) updates add three expressive high-gain guitar amps, additional bass amps, new guitar effects, and more. Available as free downloads, these substantial updates reflect BOSS’s dedication to the continuing development of its flagship-class GT platform.

GT-1000 and GT-1000CORE Update Features

Three newly developed high-gain guitar amp types spotlight the continuing evolution of the advanced AIRD (Augmented Impulse Response Dynamics) and MDP (Multi-Dimensional Processing) technologies from BOSS:

X-Ultra – Inspired by a classic British stack amp modified with a modern multi-stage gain circuit. MDP provides intelligent control of the clipping in each gain stage, realizing extended dynamic response that’s not possible with traditional analog designs.

X-Optima – With many high-gain tube amplifiers, it can be difficult to strike the ideal tonal balance between chords and single notes. X-Optima features an innovative new gain algorithm that takes full advantage of MDP’s adaptive frequency shaping, providing well-defined rhythm sounds and rich lead tones that sit perfectly in every mix.

X-Titan – This articulate amp type is perfect for aggressive metal styles driven by heavy riffs. MDP delivers sharp, tight sounds on the low strings while retaining fatness and body in the high ranges, making it well-suited for down turnings and extended-range guitars with seven or eight strings.

The GT-1000 and GT-1000Core updates also include six new bass preamps, two new drive effects, a new tuner display mode, and under-the-hood enhancements.

About the GT-1000

The BOSS GT-1000 has received universal acclaim for its premium audio quality, extensive effect, and versatile real-time control with 10 onboard footswitches and an expression pedal. Advanced AIRD technology delivers class leading sound and feel, driven by 32-bit AD/DA, 32-bit floating-point processing, and a 96 kHz sampling rate throughout.

The GT-1000’s impressive DSP engine offers on-demand power for 24 simultaneous effects and two amps in each patch, eliminating frustrating limitations while creating sounds. The rear panel features diverse connectivity options, including stereo XLR outputs and USB for audio transfer and editing with a desktop computer. In addition, Bluetooth enable wireless editing with iOS and Android mobile apps.

About the GT-1000CORE

The BOSS GT-1000CORE offers the complete sound-creation features of the GT-1000 in a go-everywhere format. It’s compact footprint features three customizable footswitches, allowing players to travel light while tackling any professional playing situation. The efficient hardware design supports a wide range of connectivity options, including stereo audio I/O, two effect loops, external control jacks, and TRS MIDI I/O.

Availability & Pricing: The BOSS GT-1000 4.0 and the GT 1000CORE 2.0 updates are now available to download for free.


BOSS Announces KATANA-500 Bass Head



The Katana-500 Bass Head raises professional bass amplification to the next level with advanced BOSS technology. Refined preamp circuitry and the newly developed 500-watt Class D power amp support your touch and technique with deeply expressive tones. 

And with the innovative Cab Resonance feature, you can quickly calibrate the amplifier’s output voice to achieve the ideal response with any speaker cabinet. You also get a wide range of premium tools to shape your personal sound, plus expansive connectivity for every playing situation.

Main Features

  • Compact 500-watt bass amplifier head with professional tone tools for serious players
  • Next-level performance with a newly developed Class D power amp and innovative Cab Resonance calibration
  • Enhance the core bass sound for different styles with two Amp Feel settings
  • Wide-ranging four-band EQ, including low-mid and high-mid controls with three adjustable frequency settings
  • Compressor and drive controls, each with three selectable types
  • Shape switch with mid-scoop, bright, and wide-range options
  • Bottom knob to tighten the sound and eliminate sub-bass rumble
  • Hi Cut button with three selectable frequencies
  • Blend knob to mix in the dry bass sound
  • Pad switch to optimize the input for high-output active pickups
  • Onboard memory for saving and recalling a custom setup with a touch
  • Two high-current speaker outputs with robust locking connectors
  • XLR line output and headphones/recording jack
  • USB connector for communicating with BOSS Tone Studio and audio recording/playback with music production software
  • Download and share livesets at Boss Tone Exchange
  • Optional Bluetooth Audio MIDI Dual Adaptor allows you to edit sounds and stream audio from an iOS or Android mobile device
  • Optional companion speaker cabinet Katana Cabinet 112 Bass

Realize Your Perfect Sound

The compact Katana-500 Bass Head brings serious bassists a next-generation sound experience backed by decades of BOSS R&D. This amp is incredibly clear, punchy, and responsive, realized with 500 watts of carefully tuned Class D power. Cab Resonance takes things even further, using high-tech calibration to internally fine-tune the power output section for your preferred speaker cabinet.

One-Touch Cabinet Calibration

Every speaker cabinet has its own characteristic impedance curve and frequency response, and these elements affect how the amplifier feeding it behaves. With a simple button press, the Cab Resonance feature in the Katana-500 Bass Head calibrates the amp’s reactive output stage circuitry to match the unique properties of the connected cabinet. 

Our proprietary process analyzes numerous elements, including the lowest frequency that the cabinet can produce, high-end resonances, and many other factors. With this information, advanced processing dynamically enhances the output to provide superior feel and response, powerful lows, and high-definition overall sound.

Craft Your Core Tone

The Katana-500 Bass Head offers a deep selection of controls to hone your sound. Boost or cut frequencies with the four-band active EQ and choose from three low-mid and high-mid frequency options to target specific ranges. Grab the Bottom knob to optimize the low end for different stages and toggle three Hi Cut settings to smooth the sound as needed. And with the Shape button, you can instantly revoice the amp with mid-scoop, bright, and wide-range curves.


BOSS Announces VE-22 Vocal Performer



BOSS announced the VE-22 Vocal Performer, the latest model in the company’s long-running series of Vocal Performer products. With the portable VE-22, performing singers can take charge of their live sound with an XLR microphone preamp and a diverse range of premium sonic tools, from basic vocal enhancements to dramatically processed effects. A real-time harmony function is also included, along with versatile features for practice, recording, and online streaming.

The VE-22 is packed with the latest enhancements on BOSS’s acclaimed Vocal Performer technology. Studio essentials like compressor, EQ, and de-esser provide core sound support, and there’s a wide selection of delays and reverbs for adding space and ambience. Users can explore a universe of electronic colors and aggressive textures to go with auto pitch, distortion, lo-fi, modulation and other cool voice-transforming effects. Preset memories offer 50 ready-to-go sounds, while 99 user memories are available for storing custom setups for different songs and styles.

The VE-22’s powerful harmony and doubling functions enable users to create head-turning ensemble effects from a single voice. It’s easy to set the song key, change up the harmony, voicing, adjust levels, and more with panel knobs. It’s also possible to assign the harmonies to an onboard switch and bring them in and out while performing.

The uncomplicated VE-22 interface encourages users to get creative with vocal sounds. Harmony, Effect, and Echo sections feature multi-function knobs for fast navigation, while the color display and knob LEDs offer a clear view of the current status. Three customizable switches support both foot and hand operation. There’s also a jack for connecting an expression pedal or external footswitches for additional live control.

The VE-22 provides a XLR input and integrated preamp for a professional stage microphone, plus phantom power for high-end condenser types. A high/low gain switch, rear-panel sensitivity knob, and level meter enable the user to optimize the input signal for nearly any mic. USB-C, an analog aux input, and a headphone jack support a variety of vocal activities, including daily practice, computer recording, music playback from a smartphone, and live-streaming on social media.

Availability and Pricing

The new BOSS VE-22 Vocal Performer and CB-CE22 Carrying Case will be available for purchase at authorized US BOSS retailers in January for $349.99 and $69.99.


BOSS Announces IR-2 Amp & Cabinet Pedal



BOSS announces the IR-2 Amp & Cabinet pedal, the latest addition to the company’s long-running effect pedal series. The IR-2 features 11 premium guitar amp types and cabinet IRs from Celestion Digital, giving players a powerful solution for achieving consistent, high-quality sound while performing, recording, and practicing.

The versatile IR-2 also offers wide-ranging connectivity, including a headphones output for sound monitoring and USB-C for interfacing with music production software and loading user cabinets IRs.

Packing the inspiring sounds of classic tube amps and mic’d speaker cabinets in a standard stompbox footprint, the IR-2 provides easy access to studio-grade tones on quiet stages, fly dates, recording gigs, and practice sessions. Backed by decades of BOSS tone expertise, every selection delivers the same expressive nuance and dynamic touch response of a real amp and cabinet. Audio quality is also top-notch, thanks to advanced DSP, 32-bit floating point processing, and a 96 kHz sampling rate.

The IR-2 is equipped with 11 solid platforms that dish up every guitar amp flavor, from famous tube combo to vintage and modern stacks. There are several original BOSS amps as well, including a high-gain Brown type derived from the Katana series. Every amp is paired with a curated Celestion Digital IR for ready-to-play results. If desired, third-party IRs can be swapped in via the dedicated IR-2 Loader app.

Sound creation is fast and easy with the IR-2’s intutitive interface. Familiar amp-style controls are available for gain, level, and tone-shaping, and there’s an onboard Ambience effect to add natural spaciousness and depth. The player can connect their other pedals to the IR-2’s input, just like they would with an amp. Using the send/return loop, it’s possible to path mod, delay, and reverb effects into the chain after the amp sounds. The TRS return jack supports stereo operation for passing the sound of stereo effects to the IR-2’s audio outputs.

Along with IR loading, the USB-C connector on the IR-2 allows the player to send the sound of their complete rig directly to music recording software on a computer or iOS device. Audio can be monitored from the software through headphones, eliminating the need for a separate interface. General audio playback is supported for practice sessions, perfect for jamming with songs from a music library, and following along with lessons from YouTube and other sources.

For more information, visit www.boss.info.


BOSS Introduces RV-200 Reverb



BOSS announces the RV-200 Reverb, the latest addition to the popular 200 series of advanced effect pedals. The RV-200 delivers inspiring reverbs and exceptional sound in a streamlined, pedalboard-friendly design.

Twelve versatile reverb types – including the newly developed Arpverb – provide everything from subtle spatial color to complex, dreamy textures for ambient explorations. Users can quickly dial in sounds with the fast-access interface and save favorites in 127 memories. The RV-200 also features flexible onboard foot switches, deep external control support, and a range of expressive tools to take performances to new levels.

The RV-200’s powerful reverberation engine offers class-leading sound quality, backed by custom BOSS DSP, 32-bit AD/DA, 32-bit floating point processing, and a 96 kHz sampling rate. Every algorithm offers true studio-grade performance with detail and definition. From essentials like Room Hall, and Plate to deeply immersive sounds like Shimmer, Slowverb, and the new Arpverb, the RV-200’s 12 distinctive reverb types provide ambient colors for every song and style.

Like all 200 series pedals, the RV-200 offers a powerful yet intuitive panel that makes it easy to shape great sounds. Core controls include reverb time, effect level, pre-delay, and variable high and low filters. There’s also a density control to adjust the weight of the sound, plus a parameter knob that provides access to multiple sound-shaping tools unique to each reverb type.

The RV-200 incudes memories for storing 127 reverb sounds. Two onboard foot switches pack a lot of performance versatility, with numerous options to reassign their targets for different needs. Users can bypass the effect, scroll through memories, and activate a Hold function to carry on the reverb effect for as long as the switch is pressed. It’s also possible to assign powerful performance effects such as Warp, Twist, and Fade.

The RV-200 supports numerous options for external operation. Many assignable parameter targets can be controlled via foot switches or an expression pedal, and MIDI I/O is provided on space-saving mini TRS jacks. Via MIDI, users can chain multiple 200 series pedals and select memories on all of them at once. It’s also possible to control various functions from external MIDI controllers and devices like the BOSS ES-8 and ES-5 effects switchers.

Availability & Pricing

The new BOSS RV-200 Reverb is now available for purchase at authorized US BOSS retailers for $269.99.


BOSS ANNOUNCES KATANA-AIR EX WIRELESS GUITAR AMPLIFIER



BOSS announces the Katana-Air EX Guitar Amplifier, a powerful new wireless desktop amp for guitar and bass, Katana-Air EX delivers professional stereo sound and acclaimed Katana tomes in a compact footprint, supported by a larger cabinet and other enhancements over the standard Katana-Air model.

Advanced BOSS wireless technology and integrated Bluetooth provide convenient cable-free operation, while the companion BOSS Tone Studio app (iOS/Android) offers deep-sound editing and built-in tools for skill development with YouTube content.

In 2018, BOSS introduced the Katana-Air, the world’s first totally wireless guitar amplifier, Katana-Air EX expands on the original model’s impressive feature set with 35 watts of maximum power, increased fullness and sound projection, and additional recording and performance options.

Katana-Air EX has been engineered to provide an authentic stage-style playing experience in a desktop size. Two custom five inch speakers are loaded into a carefully designed wood cabinet, generating full sound with rich resonance typically only available with performance amplifiers. Punchy, high-definition tones offer an inspiring platform for honing natural techniques, while the tuned bass-reflex port ensures tight bottom-end response for low-tuned guitar riffs and electric bass practice.

Katana-Air EX comes equipped with sounds derived from the Katana stage amplifiers, dialed in for maximum expression with its desktop cabinet. Five unique amp characters provide tones from sparkling clean to high gain, including a dedicated character for acoustic-electric guitar and bass. The amp also features access to 60 BOSS effects, with a wide selection of overdrives and distortions plus mod, delay, and reverb effects optimized for the amp’s stereo speaker system. Six onboard memories allow users to store their favorite amp and effects setups for instant recall.

BOSS’s digital wireless guitar technology is at the heart of Katana-Air EX, providing transparent sound and lightning-fast response with no lag or dropouts. The included transmitter offers up to 12 hours of playing time per change, and the amp features a built-in docking port for charging. The integrated motion sensor and standby function conserve energy when the system is idle, allowing the users to keep the transmitter plugged in between sessions and turn the system on just by picking up the instrument,

With onboard Bluetooth, Katana-Air EX users can wirelessly connect with the BOSS Tone Studio app and play along with songs streamed from a mobile device. It’s also possible to record tracks directly to computer music software via USB and use the stereo line output with mic’d cab emulation for live performances in direct-to-PA setups. Going further, Katana-Air EX does double duty as a high quality portable Bluetooth speaker for casual listening.

The dedicated BOSS Tone Studio app provides complete wireless control of Katana-Air EX from a smartphone or tablet. Users can adjust amp settings, customize effects, and access deeper functions only available from the app. Integrated YouTube support energizes daily practice sessions with the ability to watch videos, create song lists, loop sections, and more. It is even possible to change sound memories automatically during video playback, providing an inspiring hands-free experience when jamming along with popular songs and backing tracks.

The optional EV-1-WL Wireless MIDI Expression Pedal and FS-1-WL Wireless Footswitch provide remote operation of various functions assigned in the BOSS Tone Studio mobile app. Users can control volume and wah, change memories, and trigger the app’s practice tools – all with a cable-free connection.

Katana-Air EX can be powered with the included adaptor or via eight AA batteries or an optional Roland BTY-NIMH/A Rechargeable Amp Power Pack for completely wireless operation.

Availability & Pricing

The new Katana-Air EX Wireless Guitar Amplifier is available now for purchase at authorized US BOSS retailers for $599.00. To learn more about Katana-Air EX and the original Katana-Air.


BOSS Announces AC-22XL Acoustic Amplifier



BOSS announced the AC-22LX Acoustic Amplifier, a compact stereo amplifier for pickup-equipped acoustic stringed instruments.

The AC-22LX presents a new concept in acoustic amplification, delivering a full-immersion playing experience realized through advanced BOSS Air Feel technology.

Air Feel breathes life into the dry, sterile sound of standard acoustic instrument pickups, recreating the detailed tones captured by stereo acoustic microphone setups in world-class studio settings. From acoustic-electric guitar to ukulele, violin, banjo, and other stringed instruments, the AC-22LX and Air Feel deliver the ultimate personal amplification experience for serious acoustic players.

Many elements contribute to the rich, complex sound of acoustic stringed instruments, including the soundboard, body resonances, and more. In recording situations, stereo microphone setups are used to capture this combined sound along with the surrounding room ambience. Unfortunately, instrument microphones are impracticable for most amplified playing situations due to feedback and other issues. Air Feel erases these limitations, bringing authentic studio microphone sound to acoustic amplification for the first time.

The AC-22LX’s compact and attractive cabinet is equipped with two custom twin-cone speakers, providing expansive stereo tones for home playing. Along with Air Feel, the Guitar/Instrument channel features a three-band EQ plus reverb and combined with reverb/chorus effects. The Mic channel supports an XLR vocal microphone and includes selectable phantom power, two-band EQ, and a dedicated reverb for independent processing. With 15 onboard memories, users can save setups for different songs and instruments. The AC-22LX Editor (macOS/Windows/iOS/Android) provides even deeper control with the ability to change reverb types, access parameters, and more.

The AC-22LX also includes a Rhythm Box feature to enhance practice sessions and live performances. Five instrument types include percussion and drum set sounds, all infused with BOSS spatial technology that fills the surrounding space with vibrant rhythmic energy. There are 15 onboard patterns which users can customize with 119 variations in the AC-22LX Editor.

With its versatile analog and USB connectivity, users can send the AC-22LX’s sound output to a PA system, recorder, or livestreaming application, complete with Air Feel processing and spatial rhythm tones. The analog output supports mono or stereo operation, while the USB connection has a convenient Loopback function for monitoring sounds from a computer.

There are a variety of available options to extend the AC-22LX experience. A rear-panel jack supports up to two foot switches, providing access to rhythm start/stop, control of the onboard looper, and the assignable functions in the AC-22XL Editor. Installing the Bluetooth Audio MIDI Dual Adaptor unlocks even more possibilities through wireless connectivity, including the ability to stream and play along with music from a mobile device, adjust settings via the iOS/Android version of the editor, and more.

Availability & Pricing

The new AC-22LX Acoustic Amplifier is available now at authorized BOSS retailers for $399.99. To learn more about the AC-22LX, visit http://www.boss.info/us/


BOSS Announces AC-22LX Acoustic Amplifier



BOSS announces the AC 22LX Acoustic Amplifier, a compact stereo amplifier for pickup-equipped acoustic stringed instruments. The AC-22 LX presents a new concept in acoustic amplification, delivering a full-immersion playing experience realized through advanced BOSS Air Feel technology.

Air Feel breathes life into the dry, sterile sound of standard acoustic instrument pickups, recreating the detailed tones captured by stereo acoustic microphone setups in world-class studio settings. From acoustic-electric guitar to ukulele, violin, banjo, and other stringed instruments, the AC-22LX and Air Feel deliver the ultimate personal amplification experience for serious acoustic players.

Many elements contribute to the rich, complex sound of acoustic stringed instruments, including the soundboard, body resonances, and more. In recording situations, stereo microphone setups are used to capture this combined sound along with the surrounding room ambience.

Unfortunately, instrument microphones are impractical for most amplifying playing situations due to feedback and other issues. Air Feel erases these limitations, bringing authentic studio microphone sound to acoustic amplification for the first time.

Born of intensive BOSS sound research and advanced processing technologies, Air Feel transforms a standard acoustic pickup’s sound with richness and dimension never possible until now. Players can plug in and enjoy their instrument’s natural acoustic character at performance volumes – without the need for microphones and audio engineering skills.

Easily accessible via a panel knob on the AC-22LX, multiple Air Feel settings recreate the immersive sound of classic stereo microphone techniques, including XY, AB, ORTF, and mid-side.

The AC-22LX’s compact and attractive cabinet is equipped with two custom twin-cone speakers, providing expansive stereo tones for home playing. Along with Air Feel, the Guitar/Instrument channel features a three-band EQ plus reverb and combined reverb/chorus effects. The Mic channel supports an XLR vocal microphone and includes selectable phantom power, two-band EQ and a dedicated reverb for independent processing.

With 15 onboard memories, users can save setups for different songs and instruments. The AC-22LX Editor (macOS/Windows/iOS/Android) provides even deeper control with the ability to change reverb types, access effect parameters, and more.

With its versatile analog and USB connectivity, users can send the AC-22LX’s sound output to a PA system, recorder, or live-streaming application, complete with Air Feel processing and spatial rhythm tones. The analog line output supports mono or stereo operation, while the USB connection has a convenient Loopback function for monitoring sounds from a computer.

There are a variety of available options to extend the AC-22LX experience. A rear-panel jack supports up to two footswitches, providing access to rhythm start/stop, control of the onboard looper, and other assignable functions in the AC-22LX Editor.

Installing the Bluetooth Audio MIDI Dial Adaptor unlocks even more possibilities through wireless connectivity, including the ability to stream and play along with music from a mobile device, adjust settings via the iOS/Android version of the editor, and more.


BOSS Announces New Serial GK System And GM-800 Guitar Synthesizer



BOSS announces the new Series GK system and the GM-800 Guitar Synthesizer, a powerful and versatile product that elevates guitar and bass synthesis into a new age of natural playability and boundless creative range. Driven by the newly developed Serial GK digital interface, the advanced ZEN-Core engine in the GM-800 unlocks any sound imaginable – from acoustic instruments to classic and modern synths – while high performance DSP delivers tracking stability and expressive scope never before possible.

Users can also expand the GM-800 experience with a growing selection of ZEN-Core content on Roland Cloud. In addition, BOSS has released a variety of complementary products for the GM-800 and Serial GK system, including GK-5 and GK-5B Divided Pickups for guitar and bass, BGK-15 and BGK-30 connection cables, and GKC-AD and GKC-DA GK Converters for interfacing with classic 13-pin GK products.

GM-800 Guitar Synthesizer

BOSS and its parent company Roland have been the worldwide leaders in guitar synthesizer innovation for nearly five decades, beginning with the revolutionary GR-500 system in 1977. Expanding and elevating the concepts behind many historic Roland GR products, the GM-800 provides guitar and bass players with cutting-edge creative tools and access to sounds typically only available with keyboard-based instruments.

The GM-800 is built around the expandable ZEN-Core Synthesis System, the sound source found in professional Roland products like the JUPITER-X and FANTOM keyboards and ZENOLOGY software synthesizer. ZEN-Core combines modern PCM synthesis and advanced modeling to provide an infinite playground for sonic discovery. With over 1200 Tones, GM-800 users can play everything from pianos, organs, and orchestral instruments to classic Roland synth sounds like the JUPITER-8, JUNO-106, and many others.

The GM-800 features an intuitive workflow based around Scenes, which contain four Tone parts, a Rhythm part, and a vast selection of synthesis parameters, effects, pitch settings, and sensitivity adjustments. Users can layer Tones to create combined voices or assign Tones to individual strings, such as a bass sound on the low strings and a piano or sax sound on the high strings. It’s also possible to assign Tones to specific fret ranges, a powerful new feature made possible with the GM-800’s advanced pitch detection.

The GM-800 supports an ever-growing range of creative options through Roland Cloud, including ZEN-Core Sound Packs, Wave Expansions, and more. A free Roland Account provides access to essential Roland Cloud services, with additional content available via three paid membership levels. All plans start with a free 30-day Ultimate trial to experience everything Roland Cloud has to offer.

The streamlined GM-800 flows smoothly from desktop operation to installation on an advanced pedalboard. There are four assignable footswitches, plus two external control jacks that each support up to two footswitches or an expression pedal. MIDI I/O is also included for interfacing with other synthesizers and MIDI equipment.

Via USB, users can craft Scenes in detail from their computer using the BOSS Tone Studio software for the GM-800. It’s also possible to capture GM-800 sounds as audio tracks in a DAW and use the Guitar to MIDI function to play software-based instruments and hardware sound modules.

Availability & Pricing

The new BOSS GM-800 and GK System will be available in the U.S. beginning in August as follows: GM-800 $749.99, GK-5 $249.99, GK-5B $299.99, GKC-AD $199.99, GCK-DA $199,99, BGK-15 $49,99, BGK-30 $69.99.


BOSS Introduces DM-101 Delay Machine



BOSS introduces the DM-101 Delay Machine, a powerful and innovative analog delay pedal for modern musicians. Driven by eight BBD’s under smart CPU control, this inspiring pedal delivers 12 unique modes, stereo operation, and a wide array of tonal colors, all while maintaining 100 percent analog signal processing throughout. And with 127 user memories, tap tempo, carryover, MIDI, and more, the DM-101 offers the features and versatility of an advanced digital pedal – but with the vibrant, characterful sound that’s only possible with authentic analog BBD circuitry.

Analog delays based around BBD (bucket-brigade device) microchips emerged in the 1970s as a compact and cost-effective alternative to the standard tape delays of the era. Their warm, saturated, and highly musical sound established a distinctive style of delay that remains favored by many musicians and audio engineers. With its modern CPU control approach, the DM-101 supercharges this classic effect with enhanced capabilities for today’s music makers.

The DM-101 flows effortlessly between gritty vintage echoes and modern analog delay tones with extended high-frequency clarity. Multiple internal circuit elements are switched to define each of the 12 modes, including the number of active BBDs and their connection order, low-pass filter settings, and clocking rates. Twisting the Variation knob cycles through parameters unique to the different modes. And like a traditional analog delay, users can drive the effect into saturated self-oscillation by cranking the Intensity knob.

A major benefit of the DM-101’s CPU control is the ability to realize sophisticated stereo sounds not available with other BBD analog delays. For example, Pan mode routes each BBD and its feedback loop to alternate points in the stereo field, while Dial Mod shifts the modulation phase for each output to generate a wide, spacious delay effect. Six of the 12 modes support stereo operation, providing everything from short reverb-like sounds and expansive modulated delays to pattern delays for intense rhythmic effects.

The DM-101 offers all the creative benefits of an advanced modern delay pedal. Tap tempo and note subdivisions are available with most modes, and there’s carryover for maintaining repeats when the effect is bypassed. Users can store and recall favorite setups with four onboard memories and connect up to two foot switches or an expression pedal for extended real-time control. MIDI I/O takes things further, providing remote access to 127 user memories, MIDI sync, and more. The stereo audio outputs are set for blended operation by default, but they can be easily reconfigured for wet/dry rigs and wet-only parallel setups.