Boss XS Series Polyphonic Pitch Shift Guitar Pedal with Detune and Expression Control (XS-1 XS-100 XS1 XS100)
The Boss XS-100 Poly Shifter redefines pedal-based pitch shifting with groundbreaking BOSS technology years in the making. Delivering natural sound, precision tracking, and deep customization options, this powerhouse expression machine transforms how you perform with pitch. Glide up or down four full octaves with the ultra-smooth pedal to infuse your music with evocative new colors. Enhance solos by triggering bold shifts with a single footswitch press. Instantly retune your instrument with drop tunings, capo simulations, and more. And with onboard memories, your favorite setups are always ready when you need them.
Features:
Advanced pitch-shifting workstation with deep control options and an eight-octave range
Total pitch control for guitar and bass
Class-leading pitch shifting quality realized with new BOSS algorithms
Clear response and natural feel that retains the fundamental sound character
Smooth onboard pedal with integrated toe switch provides linear pitch control across +/- four octaves
Fixed pitch settings in semitone steps across eight octaves for drop tunings, capo effects, and otherworldly tones
Detune function (+/- 50 cents) to create rich doubling effects
Adjustable pedal curve and response
Fully customizable toe switch and footswitches for momentary pitch changes, instant retuning, and more
Clear display for editing sounds and 30 memories for storing favorite setups
Dedicated analog output that mirrors the input signal
Connect up to two footswitches or an expression pedal for extended control
TRS MIDI I/O for external control and sending MIDI commands with the pedal and footswitches
USB connector for system updates
The Boss XS-1 Poly Shifter is a compact, stage-ready pitch-shift pedal designed to expand your tonal palette with ease and precision. Offering up to three octaves of shift in either direction and seven semitone steps, the XS-1 allows for everything from subtle detuning to dramatic pitch-bending effects. Its intuitive layout features controls for signal blending, shift direction, and a toggle/momentary switch for flexible performance options. With high-fidelity 24-bit converters and BOSS’s proprietary Adaptive Focus method, the XS-1 delivers crystal-clear tone and natural-sounding pitch shifts. Ideal for live players and studio creatives alike, the XS-1 transforms your guitar into a multi-voice powerhouse.
Features :
Polyphonic pitch-shifting pedal for momentary or sustained tone shifting
Balance knob blends dry and effected signals
Rotary Shift knob with 7 semitone steps, plus 1, 2, and 3 octave jumps
Detune shift direction switch for upward or downward movement
Expression pedal input for real-time pitch control
24-bit AF method conversion reduces noise and preserves tone fidelity
