Boss GX-1 Guitar Effects Processor

Boss GX-1 Guitar Effects Processor Your Ultimate Guitar Companion The GX-1 delivers professional-grade sound and features in an ultra-portable platform for practice, recording, and performance. Authentic GX series amp and effect algorithms supply endless creative fuel, while the high-res color display, intuitive effect buttons, and Gear Suite tools make sound creation a snap. Rugged, powerful, and remarkably compact, the GX-1 is filled with inspiring tones for every guitarist, from beginning players to touring pros seeking an all-in-one travel solution with no-compromise sound.   Pro Tones for Every Player Powered by algorithms inherited from the GX-100, the GX-1 makes great tone accessible to every player, regardless of skill level. Explore 23 highly expressive AIRD amps, complemented by over 140 effects from the vast BOSS library. With adjustable effect order and eight simultaneous blocks plus a volume pedal and noise suppressor, you can easily craft custom setups for playing different music styles and performing specific songs on stage.   Smooth Operation Whether editing presets or building sounds from scratch, the GX-1 is designed for frustration-free creation. Inspired by the GX-100 and GX-10 interfaces, the hexagon-shaped effect buttons provide a visual representation of the sound categories, and you can use them to turn effects on/off with a tap or access detailed parameters with a long press. You also get 99 memories loaded with ready-to-play presets, plus 99 user memories for storing your custom sound creations.   Build Sounds Fast with Gear Suite The GX-1 introduces Gear Suite, a powerful new feature for dialing in amp and effect sounds fast. Each amp/effect type contains multiple factory Gear Suite settings, letting you recall a complete set of professionally tuned parameters with the turn of a knob. You can also edit effect parameters to taste and save favorites in user Gear Suite locations for instant access to personalized settings.   Performance Freedom Once you’ve crafted your tones, grow your expressive range on stage with advanced real-time control. Assign the onboard footswitches and expression pedal to control anything you can imagine—from basic effects on/off to adjusting one or more parameter targets at once—and go even further with wired and wireless options for external control. The GX-1 also offers three versatile power options (batteries, AC adaptor, or USB), allowing you to practice and perform anywhere.   Your Daily Creative Partner The GX-1 flows wherever your creativity takes you. Interface with a mobile device or computer via Bluetooth or USB to jam with songs and record tracks in a DAW. When you’re ready to dive deeper, BOSS Tone Studio is your ideal partner. Use the Session feature to play along with YouTube songs and lessons, complete with AB repeat and speed adjustment. Hone your skills with a metronome and rhythms. And access BOSS Tone Exchange within the app to stay inspired with pro sounds. Editing tools are also on hand to fine-tune effects and organize sounds for later recall.     Product Highlights: AIRD amp modelling with 23 amplifier types, delivering authentic tube tone and touch response inherited directly from the GX-100 flagship. Over 140 effects with 8 simultaneous blocks, adjustable routing, and a dedicated volume pedal and noise suppressor all in one chain. Gear Suite feature lets you dial in any amp or effect instantly using factory-tuned presets, with the option to save your own custom versions for quick recall. 99 factory presets ready to play out of the box, plus 99 user memory slots for your own custom patches. Pro-grade audio quality with 24-bit AD / 32-bit DA conversion, 32-bit floating-point processing, and 48 kHz sampling rate. Bluetooth and USB-C connectivity for streaming backing tracks wirelessly or recording direct into your DAW — no extra interface needed. BOSS Tone Studio app (macOS, Windows, iOS, Android) for deep editing, YouTube playback with AB repeat, metronome, and access to BOSS Tone Exchange. Three footswitches and an expression pedal with toe switch, all freely assignable to virtually any parameter — expandable with optional wired or wireless accessories. Flexible power options: four AA batteries (approx. 5 hours), USB bus power, or AC adaptor (sold separately). Supports loading custom WAV speaker IRs for a fully personalised cabinet sound. Built-in phrase looper with up to 38 seconds of mono recording.     Specifications Sampling Frequency 48 kHz AD Conversion 24-bit AF method DA Conversion 32-bit Processing 32-bit floating point Effects 146 types Memories 99 User 99 Preset Phrase Loop 38 sec. (Mono) Tuner Accuracy ±0.1 cent Nominal Input Level -10 dBu Maximum Input Level 7 dBu Input Impedance 1 MΩ Nominal Output Level -10 dBu Output Impedance 1 kΩ Recommended Load Impedance Output (L/Mono, R): 10 kΩ or greater Phones: 44Ω or greater Display Colour Graphic LCD (320 × 240 dots) Connectors INPUT jack (1/4″ phone) OUTPUT L/MONO, R jacks (1/4″ phone) PHONES jack (3.5mm mini phone) CTL2,3/EXP2 jack (1/4″ TRS phone) USB COMPUTER port (USB Type-C) Power Supply 4× AA (LR6) alkaline batteries USB bus power AC adaptor (PSA-S series, sold separately) Current Draw 250 mA (AC adaptor / battery) 400 mA (USB) Battery Life Approx. 5 hours (alkaline) Dimensions 307 × 149 × 56 mm (W × D × H) 12-1/8″ × 5-7/8″ × 2-1/4″ Maximum Height 73 mm / 2-7/8″ (with expression pedal raised) Weight 1.2 kg (2 lbs 11 oz) Included Accessories 4× AA alkaline batteries, Startup Guide, “Read Me First” leaflet