BOSS GX-1 Guitar Effects Processor
The BOSS GX-1 is an ultra-portable amp and effects processor for guitar that delivers premium BOSS sound and features in a compact, battery-powered form factor ideal for practice, recording, and on-the-go performance. Featuring authentic tube amplifier tone and touch response through BOSS’s AIRD (Augmented Impulse Response Dynamics) technology, the GX-1 provides 23 amplifier types and over 140 effect types with eight simultaneous effect blocks—putting a complete professional-grade guitar rig in a package that fits in a guitar bag.
The GX-1’s color graphic display and intuitive effect category buttons make building sounds fast and approachable, while the innovative Gear Suite allows rapid configuration of amp and effect settings with a single knob turn. Ninety-nine ready-to-play preset memories and 99 user memories provide ample storage, and the built-in 38-second phrase looper (19 seconds stereo) adds live performance and practice capabilities. Internal tuner detection accuracy of ±0.1 cent ensures precise pitch monitoring at all times.
Bluetooth connectivity enables wireless jamming with mobile devices, streaming backing tracks, and app-based editing via BOSS Tone Studio. USB-C supports computer recording with 24-bit AD and 32-bit DA conversion at 48 kHz. The GX-1 operates on four AA batteries (approximately 5 hours), AC adaptor, or USB bus power for maximum flexibility. Optional wireless footswitch support expands live performance control beyond the onboard controls.
Key Features
- AIRD Technology: Authentic tube amplifier tone and touch response with 23 amplifier types
- 146 Effect Types: Comprehensive effects library with 8 simultaneous effect blocks plus volume pedal and noise suppression
- Gear Suite: Rapid amp and effect configuration with intuitive knob-based control
- Color Graphic Display: 320 x 240 dot color LCD for clear visual feedback and navigation
- Bluetooth Connectivity: Wireless audio streaming and app-based editing via BOSS Tone Studio
- USB-C Recording: 24-bit AD / 32-bit DA conversion at 48 kHz for professional audio interface use
- Built-In Phrase Looper: 38 seconds (mono) / 19 seconds (stereo)
- Flexible Power Options: Four AA batteries (approx. 5 hours), AC adaptor, or USB bus power
Technical Specifications
- Sampling Frequency: 48 kHz
- AD Conversion: 24 bits + AF method (Adaptive Focus)
- DA Conversion: 32 bits
- Processing: 32-bit floating point
- Effects: 146 types
- User Memories: 99
- Preset Memories: 99
- Phrase Loop: 38 sec (mono); 19 sec (stereo)
- Tuner Detection Accuracy: ±0.1 cent
- Nominal Input Level (INPUT): -10 dBu
- Maximum Input Level (INPUT): +7 dBu
- Input Impedance (INPUT): 1 M ohm
- Nominal Output Level (OUTPUT L/MONO, R): -10 dBu
- Nominal Output Level (PHONES): -10 dBu
- Output Impedance (OUTPUT): 1 k ohm
- Output Impedance (PHONES): 44 ohms
- Recommended Load Impedance (OUTPUT): 10 k ohms or greater
- Display: Color graphic LCD (320 x 240 dots)
- Connectors: 1/4-inch phone jacks (INPUT, OUTPUT L/MONO, R), stereo miniature phone jack (PHONES), USB Type-C, DC IN jack
- Power Supply: Four AA alkaline batteries; AC adaptor (PSA-S, sold separately); USB bus power
- Current Draw: 250 mA (AC/Battery); 400 mA (USB)
- Battery Life: Approx. 5 hours (alkaline)
- Width: 307 mm (12-1/16 inches)
- Depth: 149 mm (5-7/8 inches)
- Height: 56 mm (2-3/16 inches); Maximum 73 mm (2-7/8 inches)
- Weight: 1.2 kg (2 lbs 11 oz)
Use Cases
- Guitar practice and home setups
- Recording and tone experimentation
- Live performance effects control
- Beginner-friendly multi-effects setup
- Portable guitar rig solutions
Package Contents
- BOSS GX-1 Portable Guitar Effects Processor
