Boss MD-200 Modulation Pedal
Outfitted with algorithms from the flagship MD-500, the MD-200 Modulation delivers an array of world-class effects in one small, convenient pedal. Twelve different modes provide every mod sound you need and more, and each includes customized controls that unlock deep tone shaping right from the panel. And with the powerful insert function, it’s simple to patch in drive pedals and other effects for selectable pre or post processing.
Description
Twelve Mod Essentials in One Pedal
- Dial in Sounds Fast
- Save and Recall Your Favorite Setups
- Instantly Change Effect Order for Optimum Tone
- Deep Real-Time Control
MD-200 Modulation Modes
- Chorus—Cutting-edge BOSS chorus derived from the advanced Prime Chorus in the MD-500.
- CE-1 Chorus—Authentic recreation of the legendary CE-1 Chorus Ensemble that includes chorus and vibrato modes from the original pedal.
- Flanger—Cutting-edge BOSS flanger derived from the advanced Prime Flanger in the MD-500.
- Phaser—Cutting-edge BOSS phaser derived from the advanced Prime Phaser in the MD-500.
- Vintage Phaser—‘70s script-type phaser, plus a selectable distortion effect.
- Classic Vibe—Vintage Uni-Vibe sound, plus a selectable fuzz effect.
- Vibrato—Versatile vibrato effect with wide-ranging modulation and tonal adjustment.
- Tremolo—Selectable tremolo and stereo pan modes, plus waveform and tone controls.
- Rotary—Vintage rotating speaker effect with adjustable slow/fast speeds and horn/rotor balance.
- Auto Wah—Expressive wah effect with frequency, resonance, and three filter types, plus selectable guitar or bass operation. Can also be used as a foot wah with an optional expression pedal.
- Slicer—Original BOSS pattern Classic Vibe—Vintage Uni-Vibe sound, plus a selectable fuzz effect effect derived from the popular SL-20 Slicer pedal.
- Overtone—Original BOSS effect that uses advanced MDP tech to create unique new sounds with altered pitch and harmonic characteristics.
Features
- Class-leading sound quality with 32-bit AD/DA, 32-bit floating point processing, and 96 kHz sampling rate
- Twelve versatile modes provide a wide range of modulation types
- Dedicated rate, depth, and level controls, plus three parameter knobs that change function with the selected mode
- Insert Loop function for positioning external pedals before or after mod effects
- Real-time panel setting and four memories for storing favorite sounds
- Global setting optimizes flanger, phaser, and auto wah effects for guitar or bass
- Panel Lock function disables controls to prevent unwanted changes
- Customizable multi-function footswitches for tap tempo, memory selection, and more
- Support for expanded control via external footswitches, an expression pedal, or MIDI
- Full MIDI I/O provided with mini TRS jacks (BMIDI-5-35 adaptor cable available separately)
- Micro USB jack for firmware updates
- Runs on PSA-series AC adaptor or three AA-size batteries
Specs
Sampling Frequency: 96 kHz
AD/DA Conversion: 32 bits
Processing: 32-bit floating point
Modes
12 modes
CHORUS, CE-1 CHORUS, FLANGER, PHASER, VINTAGE PHASER, CLASSIC VIBE, VIBRATO, TREMOLO, ROTARY, AUTO WAH, SLICER, OVERTONE
Memory: 127 + Manual
Nominal Input Level: INPUT A/MONO, B: -10 dBu
Maximum Input Level: INPUT A/MONO, B: +7 dBu
Input Impedance: INPUT A/MONO, B: 2 M ohm
Nominal Output Level: OUTPUT A/MONO, B: -10 dBu
Maximum Output Level: OUTPUT A/MONO, B: +7 dBu
Output Impedance: OUTPUT A/MONO, B: 1 k ohms
Recommended Load Impedance: OUTPUT A/MONO, B: 10 k ohms or greater
Bypass
Buffered bypass
Controls
- ON/OFF switch, MEMORY/TAP switch
- MODE knob, RATE knob, DEPTH knob, E. LEVEL knob, PARAM 1 knob, PARAM 2 knob, PARAM 3 knob
- TAP DIVISION button, MEMORY button
Display: 7 segments, 3 characters (LED)
Indicator: TAP DIVISION indicator, MEMORY (MAN, 1--4) indicators
Connectors
- INPUT (A/MONO, B) jacks, OUTPUT (A/MONO, B) jacks: 1/4-inch phone type
- CTL 1, 2/EXP jack: 1/4-inch TRS phone type
- MIDI (IN, OUT) jacks: Stereo miniature phone type
- DC IN jack
- USB port: USB micro B-type (program update only)
Power Supply: Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 3, AC adaptor (sold separately)
Current Draw: 225 mA
Expected Battery Life Under Continuous Use: Alkaline: Approx. 4 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 3
Rubber foot x 4
Options (sold separately)
AC adaptor: PSA-S series
Footswitch: FS-5U
Dual footswitch: FS-6, FS-7
Expression pedal: FV-500H, FV-500L, EV-30, Roland EV-5
TRS/MIDI cable: BMIDI-5-35
SIZE AND WEIGHT
- Width: 101 mm/4 inches
- Depth: 138 mm/5-7/16 inches
- Height: 63 mm/2-1/2 inches
- Height (including rubber foot): 65 mm/2-9/16 inches
- Weight: 610 g/1 lb 6 oz
- Weight (including battery): 680 g/1 lb 8 oz
* 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms
*The specifications are subject to change without notice.