Boss XS-1 Poly Shifter

Description

Boss XS-1 Poly Shifter

The Boss XS-1 is the BOSS pitch shifter pedal designed for those seeking a natural and versatile sound without compromise. Thanks to advanced technology developed with proprietary algorithms and a dedicated DSP platform, the XS-1 offers precise and musical polyphonic performance in every context. Unlike traditional pitch shifters, the XS-1 pedal preserves the attack and character of the instrument, maintaining the tonal personality of the guitar or bass even with complex chords or sustained melodic lines.

The BOSS XS-1 effect offers a range of transpositions spanning from +/- seven semitones to three octaves up or down, covering virtually every musical need. The compact interface typical of BOSS pedals ensures simplicity and immediacy of controls, allowing you to quickly find the right setting. The Boss XS-1 allows you to adjust the Balance to avoid intonation conflicts in semitones, or to mix the direct signal in octave transpositions to achieve effects such as 12-string guitar or guitar/bass combinations. The Detune mode, on the other hand, enriches the sound palette with realistic doublings and unique nuances.

It also ensures extended creative control: the switch can be set to on/off or momentary mode, two external footswitches can be connected to quickly recall different tunings, and with an expression pedal, the XS-1 becomes a true dynamic pitch bending instrument. All this makes the Boss XS-1 not just a pitch shifter, but a guitar and bass pedal capable of redefining the concept of live tuning changes with professional-level performance.

Specifications

Class-leading pitch shifting quality thanks to new BOSS algorithms

Instantly changes the pitch of guitar, bass, or other instruments

Clear response and natural feel that preserve the original sonic character

Pitch transposition up to +/- seven semitones or +/- three octaves

Balance knob to adjust the mix between direct signal and effect

Detune function (+/- 20 cents) to create rich doubling effects

Selectable switch modes: toggle or momentary

Ability to connect external footswitches to recall up to three tuning settings, or use an expression pedal for linear pitch control

BOSS five-year warranty

Dimensions: 73 x 129 x 59 mm

Weight: 410g