BOSS GT-1B Bass Multi Effects Processor

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GT-1B Bass Multi Effects Processor

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FLAGSHIP 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 flagship 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

  • Flagship-class 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 (to be available in September 2017)

SPECIFICATIONS

Sampling Frequency: 44.1 kHzAD
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
• 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
Dimensions (W x D x H): 305 x 152 x 74 mm (12-1/16 x 6 x 2-1/4 inches)
Maximum height: 74 mm (2-15/16 inches)
Weight (including battery): 1.3 kg (2 lbs 14 oz)

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Magnificent device.. reasonable price.. endless patch permutations. 5 of 5 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store   Toronto (Bloor St.), Ontario
My wife bought it for me at the Bloor St store; after 42 years married, best spousal birthday gift ever (tho I did drop a few wishful hints). An hour out of the box and I’d set a dozen patches. Many hours of experimentation ahead. One definite result.. abandoning further assembly of an old style pedal board.
Posted by Peter Kent on Jul 23, 2023
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Great Sounding Effects 5 of 5 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store   Owen Sound, Ontario
I have played multiple-multi effect bass pedals including the Helix-LT and Boss GT-1000 and this is all of that at a great price and a great, gig bag-sized shell. The seventh (out of 99 presets) is my favourite sound that comes out of the box and is like a Geddy Lee, Chris Squire sound. This is a must-have and at $319.99 is super cheap.
Posted by Oliver Sawatzky on Feb 11, 2022
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A must buy! 3 of 4 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store   Fredericton, New Brunswick
The GT-1B is an amazing unit with excellent sound. You can pretty much customize this rig to your hearts desire. Personally i use the Boss Tone Studio to customize, much easier for me :). The only Negative comment i can make is that the tuner is a bit wonky, but once your used to it all is good. Hopefully Boss fixes this in a firmware update at some point.
Posted by Slappy Pappy on Nov 12, 2020
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Awesome as preamp, then effects galore... 4 of 4 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store   Langley, British Columbia
I have a Solid state amp, wanted better tone, got his pedal and the SVT simulation (called Concert likely a copyright thing) grabs every nuance of the Warwick tone very satisfying. All the effects have tons of controls (using the PC programming tool is best (only) way to tweak with so many controls available) so far very impressed... save as user presets and ready for the road...
Posted by G Warwick on Jun 22, 2019
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GT-1B Awesome effects 4 of 4 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store   Mississauga, Ontario
I purchased my GT-1B from the Mississauga location in January 2018. Best effect pedal i have ever used for my bass(s). Most popular and unusual effects for bass. love it. only wish that it had a more direct way to get to the sounds you want. you need to scroll through the 99 presets to find a desired sound but with more use it makes it easier. Added bebfit it works great with both electric and semi-electric guitars. love it!!!!!
Posted by stephen on Jan 23, 2019
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