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Boss SY-1 Compact Pedal Synthesiser

SKU: SY-1

The Boss SY-1 takes all of Boss’s Synthesiser know-how, shrinking it into a Compact Pedal footprint for guitar or bass. Requiring no programming knowledge to use, this pedal is immediately familiar, opening up 121 synth sounds to any guitarist. A mode switch optimises the synth sounds for guitar or bass, while a range of controls allows the player to blend guitar and synth sound, plus play standard guitar over sustained synth voices. Compact and intuitive, the SY-1 is about to revolutionise your pedalboard.

The Boss SY-1 Compact Pedal Synthesiser is now available from Merchant City Music, the longest-established guitar specialist in Glasgow. We ship fast and secure to the UK, Europe and worldwide.

Boss SY-1 Compact Pedal Synthesiser

With the SY1, it’s never been easier to infuse your creative arsenal with BOSS’s legendary guitar synthesizer technology. This amazingly expressive tool is filled with 121 ultra-responsive sounds, all distilled down into a BOSS compact pedal that slides easily into any setup. Best of all, it’s as simple to use as a standard stompbox, so you don’t need any background in synth programming to bring a new world of sonic textures to your music.

Features:

Authentic BOSS polyphonic guitar synth in a compact pedal
No special pickup required—play rich, dynamic synth tones with any guitar or bass
121 total sounds (11 types and 11 variations), all ready to play with no programming knowledge needed
Includes a wide variety of analog-style synth sounds, from leads, basses, and layered organs to sweeping pads and arpeggiated sequences
Latency-free performance for unrestricted musical expression
Quickly adjust sounds to taste with Tone/Rate and Depth controls
Hold function for playing normal guitar over sustained synth voices
Blend synth and normal guitar sounds with independent level controls
Parallel send/return loop for easy integration with other pedals on your board
Mode switch optimises the synth engine for guitar or bass
Supports extended control with an external footswitch or expression pedal

Product Details

Nominal Input Level: INPUT, RETURN -20 dBu
Input Impedance: INPUT, RETURN 2.2 M ohms
Nominal Output Level: OUTPUT, SEND -20 dBu
Output Impedance: OUTPUT, SEND 1 k ohms
Recommended Load Impedance: 10 k ohms or greater
Bypass: Buffered bypass
Controls: Pedal switch, GUITAR/BASS switch, TYPE knob, VARIATION knob, TONE knob, DEPTH knob, EFFECT knob, DIRECT knob
Indicator: CHECK indicator (Serves also as battery check indicator)
Connectors: INPUT jack 1/4-inch phone type; OUTPUT jack 1/4-inch phone type; SEND jack 1/4-inch phone type; RETURN jack 1/4-inch phone type; EXP/CTL jack Stereo 1/4-inch phone type; DC IN jack
Power Supply: Alkaline battery (9 V, 6LR61); AC adaptor (PSA series sold separately)
Current Draw: 85 mA
Expected battery life under continuous use: (Alkaline) Approx. 3 hours *These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.
Accessories: Owner's manual; Leaflet ("USING THE UNIT SAFELY," "IMPORTANT NOTES," and "Information”); Alkaline battery (9 V, 6LR61)

Size and Weight

Width 73 mm / 2-7/8 inches
Depth: 129 mm / 5-1/8 inches
Height: 59 mm / 2-3/8 inches
Weight (including battery): 450 g / 1 lb