Flagship amp/effects processor with uncompromising sound quality and unmatched expressiveness
Industry-leading 32-bit AD/DA, 32-bit floating-point processing, and 96 kHz sampling rate throughout
Next-generation BOSS DSP engine, custom designed specifically for music applications
AIRD (Augmented Impulse Response Dynamics) technology realizes BOSSs acclaimed Tube Logic concept in a digital guitar processor, delivering natural feel and optimized integration with all types of external devices
Highly expressive amplifiers, meticulously crafted with AIRD
Massive selection of onboard BOSS effects, including MDP effects and algorithms directly ported from the 500 series
Amps and effects can be routed in numerous series and parallel combinations
Ultra-fast patch switching and delay carryover
Innovative Stompbox feature greatly simplifies using common effects settings in many different patches
Easy operation with large display and six user-assignable switching knobs
Ten footswitches and integrated expression pedal with user-configurable assignments and LED colors
High-resolution tuner with two display modes and mono or polyphonic operation
¼-inch main outputs and XLR sub outputs with independent AIRD Output Select settings; loop for external stereo or mono effects
Support for external control via footswitches, expression pedals, MIDI, and USB
Built-in Bluetooth for wireless editing via BOSS Tone Studio app for iOS and Android mobile devices
Download and share Livesets at BOSS Tone Exchange
USB audio/MIDI interface for computer-based recording and editing
16 locations for loading WAV-format speaker impulse responses
Dedicated mode for bass guitar applications
Latest GT-1000 Update: Version 3.2 (January 2022)
The GT-1000 continues to evolve through ongoing firmware development that adds new features and functionality enhancements requested by users.
Mastering FXEleven different Mastering FX allow you to shape the overall sound at the line output for different styles and playing situations.
New Master Delay TypesFive delay algorithms from the historic BOSS/Roland library have been added: SDE-3000, DD-20 Standard and DD-20 Analog, and Warm and Glitch from the DD-8.
More Onboard Speaker IRs for RecordingThe speaker IR selection in Recording mode has been greatly expanded with the ability to use Original speaker types from different amplifiers.
More Mic TypesA new RBN121 mic type and three mic blend types have been added to the Speaker Simulator block.
EV-1-WL SupportUse the EV-1-WL Wireless MIDI Expression Pedal for cable-free effects control via Bluetooth.
Specifications
Sampling Frequency
96 kHz
AD Conversion
32 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
32 bits
Effects
145 types
Patches
250 (User) + 250 (Preset)
Phrase Loop
38 sec. (MONO)
19 sec. (STEREO)
Tuner Internal Detection
+/-0.1 cent
Nominal Input Level
INPUT: -10 dBu
RETURN1: -10 dBu
RETURN2: -10 dBu
Maximum Input Level
INPUT: +18 dBu
RETURN1: +8 dBu
RETURN2: +8 dBu
Input Impedance
INPUT: 1 M ohm
RETURN1: 1 M ohm
RETURN2: 1 M ohm
Nominal Output Level
MAIN OUTPUT (L/MONO, R): -10 dBu
SUB OUTPUT (L, R): +4 dBu
PHONES: -10 dBu
SEND1: -10 dBu
SEND2: -10 dBu
Output Impedance
MAIN OUTPUT (L/MONO, R): 1 k ohm
SUB OUTPUT (L, R): 600 ohms
PHONES: 20 ohms
SEND1: 1 k ohm
SEND2: 1 k ohm
Recommended Load Impedance
MAIN OUTPUT (L/MONO, R): 10 k ohms or greater
SUB OUTPUT (L, R): 600 ohms or greater
PHONES: 44 ohms or greater
SEND1: 10 k ohms or greater
SEND2: 10 k ohms or greater
Controls
DOWN switch, UP switch CTL1--3 switches, 1--5 switches, POWER switch
EFFECT button, MENU button, EXIT button, WRITE button, PAGE button
1--6 knobs, OUTPUT LEVEL knob
Expression pedal
Display
Graphic LCD (512 x 160 dots, backlit LCD)
Connectors
INPUT jack, MAIN OUTPUT (L/MONO, R) jacks, SEND1 jack, RETURN1 jack, SEND2 jack, RETURN2 jack: 1/4-inch phone type
SUB OUTPUT (L, R) connectors: XLR type
PHONES jack: Stereo 1/4-inch phone type
CTL4, 5/EXP2 jack, CTL6, 7/EXP3 jack, AMP CTL1, 2 jack: 1/4-inch TRS phone type
USB COMPUTER port: USB B type
DC IN jack
MIDI (IN, OUT) connectors
Power Supply
AC adaptor
Current Draw
1.2 A
Accessories
AC adaptor (PSB-1U + AC Cord Set)
Owner's manual
Leaflet "USING THE UNIT SAFELY"
Options (sold separately)
Footswitch: FS-5U, FS-5L, FS-6, FS-7
Expression Pedal: EV-30, FV-500L, FV-500H, Roland EV-5
AC adaptor (PSB-1U)
* When purchasing an AC adaptor, be sure to specify the adaptor (from the list that follows) that is designed for the region in which it will be used, and the voltage supplied there.
(PSB-120/PSB-120TW/PSB-230EU/PSB-230UK/PSB-240A)
Size and Weight
Width
462 mm
18-3/16 inches
Depth
248 mm
9-13/16 inches
Height
70 mm
2-13/16 inches
Maximum height
95 mm
3-3/4 inches
Weight
3.6 kg
7 lbs 15 oz
