Los Angeles, CA (January 15, 2014) -- BOSS is
pleased to announce the ME-80 Guitar Multiple Effects, a powerful
floor-based tone processor with a knob-driven interface for intuitive,
stompbox-style control. Featuring an enormous selection of
flagship-quality effects and COSM amps, eight multifunction
footswitches, battery-powered operation, and much more, the compact
ME-80 is perfect for performing guitarists of all levels. Via the BOSS
TONE STUDIO editor application, ME-80 users can easily customize sounds
and enjoy direct access to free patches and other great content at the
newly launched BOSS TONE CENTRAL website.
BOSS TONE CENTRAL is the ultimate destination for all players that
use BOSS guitar and bass gear. The initial focus of this powerful new
web portal is on the ME-80, but compact pedals and other BOSS
multi-effects will be included as the site evolves. Premium ME-80
content available now includes demo videos and free patches created by
famous guitarists, touring pros, and session players. Users are
encouraged to check back often, as the site will be continuously updated
with additional patches, how-to videos, artist interviews, and much
more.
The ME-80 contains a history of BOSS effects in one pedal, from
overdrives and distortions to wahs, mod effects, pitch shifters, delays,
and the latest MDP effects. Also included are nine updated COSM preamps
derived from the flagship GT-100, with new additions such as Crunch,
Metal, and an AC preamp designed for acoustic/electric guitar. The
onboard expression pedal can be used for foot volume and pedal effects
like wah, octave shift, and Freeze, and it’s also possible to control
effects parameters such as mod rate, delay oscillation, and more.
Unlike typical multi-effects processors that are complicated and
unintuitive, using the ME-80 is as easy as using a stompbox. Eight
different effects categories can be active simultaneously, and the panel
features a total of 30 knobs for instant access to effects selection,
sound adjustment, and more. The Pedal FX category has its own dedicated
knob for quickly assigning an effects type or function to be controlled
by the expression pedal. Favorite settings can be saved in 36 user patch
locations, letting players recall custom effects configurations at the
touch of a pedal.
The flexible ME-80 offers easily selectable modes for individual
stompbox-style on/off or traditional patch-based operation. In Manual
mode, the effects categories function like individual stomp effects,
with direct on/off control via seven footswitches. When entering Memory
mode, the footswitches are reconfigured to select user or preset patches
and patch banks. One footswitch on the ME-80 is dedicated for mode
switching, so users can toggle between Manual and Memory modes at any
time.
In addition, the eight multifunction footswitches provide
convenient access to alternate functions such as tap tempo, tuner,
looper control, and more. The newly developed footswitch style provides
two switches in the space occupied by one in previous designs, allowing
BOSS to outfit the ME-80 with a generous array of foot-operated controls
while keeping the unit extremely compact and mobile. The expression
pedal has its own integrated toe switch that toggles between foot volume
and the current Pedal FX setting.
The ME-80 is equipped with a built-in USB audio/MIDI interface
for direct recording to DAW software, communication with the BOSS TONE
STUDIO application, and more. Available as a free download for Mac and
Windows, BOSS TONE STUDIO features an inviting graphical interface for
editing and organizing ME-80 patches. If the user’s computer has
Internet access, the software also provides an integrated connection to
the BOSS TONE CENTRAL website, allowing them preview and download
gig-ready patches created by top guitar pros directly into the ME-80.
Check 'em out @ http://www.bossus.com/
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