Boss VO-1 Vocoder

Boss VO-1 Vocoder

MAKE YOUR AXE TALK, SING, AND CRY

The VO-1 Vocoder is a unique and innovative stompbox that puts the massive expressive range of the human voice in the hands of every guitarist and bassist. By vocalizing into a connected mic as you play, it’s easy to transform your tone with electronic voices, classic talk box sounds, and tons of all-new colors that are perfect for modern music styles. It’s even possible to create impressive ensemble vocal sounds without the need to connect an external mic. When you plug into the VO-1, you can literally talk, sing, and cry with your axe, taking your playing to places you never dreamed of before.

-Powerful Vocal Expression for Guitar and Bass

-Cutting-Edge Vocoder Technology in a Compact Stompbox

-Infinite Possibilities Made Easy

FEATURES

• Innovative, easy-to-use vocoder pedal powered by BOSS’ famous guitar synth technology
• Use your voice to dramatically extend the expressive range of your instrument in countless ways
• Vintage mode for classic electronic synth-voice sounds and Advanced mode for all-new vocoder tones with enhanced clarity
• Talk Box mode enables “talking lead guitar” tones without the hassles of a traditional talk box setup
• Choir mode for achieving rich vocal sounds with no mic connected
• Effect loop for sound enhancement and easy integration with existing pedals
• Works with guitar, bass, or any instrument with a 1/4-inch output
• BOSS five-year warranty

SPECIFICATIONS

Modes

• 4 modes
• ADVANCED
• VINTAGE
• TALK BOX
• CHOIR

Nominal Input Level: INPUT, RETURN: -20 dBu, MIC: -40 dBu (MIC SENS: LOW)

Input Impedance:  INPUT, RETURN: 1 M ohm, MIC: 4 k ohms

Nominal Output Level:  OUTPUT, SEND: -20 dBu

Output Impedance:  OUTPUT, SEND: 1 k ohm

Recommended Load Impedance:  10 k ohms or greater

Bypass:  Buffered bypass

Controls

• Pedal switch
• MIC SENS switch
• MODE knob
• COLOR knob
• TONE knob
• BLEND knob
• LEVEL knob

Indicator:  CHECK indicator (Serves also as battery check indicator)

Connectors

INPUT jack
MIC jack (XLR type)
RETURN jack
OUTPUT jack
SEND jack
DC IN jack

Power Supply:  Alkaline battery (9V, 6LR61), AC adaptor (sold separately)Current Draw70 mAExpected battery life under continuous use

Alkaline: Approx. 4 hours
*These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.

Accessories: Leaflet ("USING THE UNIT SAFELY," "IMPORTANT NOTE," and "Information")
Alkaline battery (9V, 6LR61)

Options (sold separately): AC adaptor: PSA series

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):  430 g/1 lb

* 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms

*The specifications are subject to change without notice.

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.