Boss GT-1B Bass Effects Processor

Boss GT-1B Bass Effects Processor

PREMIUM BASS TONE IN AN ULTRA-COMPACT PACKAGE
The GT-1B gives bass players a massive range of pro tone-shaping power in a small and robust package. Backed by BOSS’s premium sound engine, you have full access to a huge selection of bass-optimized amps and effects for stage and studio playing. The streamlined interface lets you dial in sounds fast, while the onboard control switch and expression pedal enable you to adjust multiple effects in real time. And by connecting to BOSS TONE CENTRAL, you can download new patches, editing software, and more. Compact, rugged, and battery powered, the GT-1B is the ultimate mobile tone companion for every bassist.

Features: 

• Premium BOSS sound engine specially tuned for bass
• Pro-level amps and effects in a light, compact floor unit
• Essential tools on board for optimizing your core bass tone
• Includes advanced MDP effects for maximum musical expression
• Modern design with no hard edges enables safe transport in an instrument bag
• Easy Select and Easy Edit functions for quickly choosing and tweaking patches
• Four AA batteries provide approximately seven hours of mobile playing time
• Onboard control switch and expression pedal; footswitch/expression pedal jack and USB
• Download pro patches and editor software for free at BOSS Tone Central
• Download and share Livesets at BOSS Tone Exchange

SPECIFICATIONS

Sampling Frequency:  44.1 kHz

AD  Conversion:  24 bits + AF method
* AF method (Adaptive Focus method) is a proprietary method from Roland & BOSS that vastly improves the signal-to-noise (SN) ratio of the AD and DA converters.

DA Conversion:  24 bits

Effects:  90 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 M ohm, AUX IN: 27 k ohms

Nominal Output Level:  OUTPUT (L/MONO, R): -10 dBu,

PHONES: -10 dBu

Output Impedance:  OUTPUT (L/MONO, R): 1 k ohm, PHONES: 44 ohms

Recommended Load Impedance:  OUTPUT (L/MONO, R): 10 k ohms or greater,

PHONES: 44 ohms or greater

Controls

DOWN switch, UP switch CTL1 switch
EASY SELECT button, EASY EDIT button, FX1/LIMITER button, OD/DS button, PREAMP button, FX2/MOD button, DELAY button, REVERB button, MEMORY EDIT button, EXIT button, ENTER button, MENU button 1 knob, 2 knob, 3 knob
Expression pedal

Display:  Graphic LCD (132 x 32 dots, backlit LCD)

Connectors

INPUT jack, OUTPUT (L/MONO, R) jacks: 1/4-inch phone type
CTL2, 3/EXP2 jack: 1/4-inch TRS phone type
AUX IN jack: Stereo miniature phone type
PHONES jack: Stereo miniature phone type
USB COMPUTER port: USB type B
DC IN jack

Power Supply: Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 4, AC adaptor (sold separately)

Current Draw: 200 mA

Expected battery life under continuous use

Alkaline: Approx. 7 hours
* These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.

Accessories

Owner's manual
Leaflet "USING THE UNIT SAFELY"
Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 4

Options (sold separately)

AC adaptor: PSA series
Footswitch: FS-5U, FS-5L, FS-6, FS-7
Expression Pedal: FV-500L, FV-500H, EV-30, Roland EV-5

SIZE AND WEIGHT

Width:  305 mm/12-1/16 inches

Depth:  152 mm/6 inches

Height:  56 mm/2-1/4 inches

Maximum height:  74 mm/2-15/16 inches

Weight (including battery):  1.3 kg/2 lbs 14 oz

* 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms

Shipping Policy

Flipside Music ships items within 2 days of purchase. UPS, FedEx or USPS will be the parcel carrier used to ship your purchase, if you have a preference for another shipping service provider, please contact Ike or Dylan and we will work with you and the company you choose.

International orders may be subject to destination countries sales, VAT or import tax. Please contact your country's duty center, prior to purchase for more information regarding these fees. Flipside Music will not reduce listed price to avoid said duties, taxes, or export/import fees.

Return Policy

New Items:

We honor a 14 day return window on all new items.

If you feel the need to return an item, it must be in the sellable condition, no paint chips, scratches or broken parts. Sellable Condition means that the product(s) is in exactly the same condition as it was when you received it. The item must have all the original packaging, included accessories owner’s manuals and blank warranty card, no sign of wear or abuse.

Used and Vintage Gear:

We honor a 3 day return window on all used and vintage items.

All our used gear is tested for functionality prior to being available for purchase and therefore only carries a 3 day approval period. If you would like to make a return just let us know within the 3 day window.

Damaged or Defective Items:

We visually inspect all items before shipment. If you believe you have received a damaged or defective product, please contact us immediately so we can work through the issue. Guitars, basses, and other equipment returned to us with pick marks, "buckle-rash", or any other damage or evidence of use may be subject to a 20% restocking fee, repair charge or disqualification of return. All items must be returned to us in the same condition they were when shipped to qualify. We reserve the right to refuse any return if we determine the item has been misused, modified or damaged by the purchaser. If the item turns out not to be defective upon inspection, we will have to deduct the cost of shipping from your return credit.

Shipping Charges incurred through the return of an item:

You will be responsible for the shipping charge for the return of your item, and if your item qualifies for Free shipping on its way to you, this shipping charge will also be deducted from your refund. If your item is determined to be defective, we will pay the shipping charge, equivalent to ground service.