Name: BOSS SY-1 Synthesizer
SKU: 6794
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BOSS SY-1 Synthesizer

Input/Output Specifications:

Nominal Input Level: -20 dBu (a standard reference level for line-level inputs)
Input Impedance: 2.2 M ohms (a high impedance, suitable for guitars or basses)
Nominal Output Level: -20 dBu
Output Impedance: 1 k ohms (affects the interaction with downstream equipment like amplifiers)
Recommended Load Impedance: 10 k ohms or greater (ensures proper signal transfer and tone preservation)

Controls:

Pedal Switch: Activates or deactivates the effect.
GUITAR/BASS Switch: Likely switches between optimal settings for guitar or bass use.
TYPE Knob: Likely selects different types of effects or tones.
VARIATION Knob: Likely modifies the effect’s variation or intensity.
TONE Knob: Adjusts the high/low frequency balance.
DEPTH Knob: Controls the depth or intensity of the effect.
EFFECT Knob: Controls the overall effect level.
DIRECT Knob: May control the blend between dry (direct) and processed signal.
CHECK Indicator: Serves as both an operational check and a battery indicator.

Connectors:

INPUT: 1/4-inch phone jack.
OUTPUT: 1/4-inch phone jack.
SEND: 1/4-inch phone jack (for send effects loops).
RETURN: 1/4-inch phone jack (for returning effects loops).
EXP/CTL Jack: Stereo 1/4-inch jack for connecting an expression pedal or external control.
DC IN Jack: For connecting to a power supply (AC adapter).

Power Supply:

Battery: Alkaline 9V battery (6LR61).
AC Adapter: PSA series (sold separately).
Current Draw: 115 mA.
Expected Battery Life: Approximately 2 hours (may vary depending on usage conditions).

Accessories:

Included: Safety information leaflet, Alkaline 9V battery (6LR61).
Optional: AC Adapter (PSA series), Footswitch (FS-5U), Dual Footswitch (FS-6, FS-7), Expression Pedal (FV-500H, FV-500L, EV-30, Roland EV-5).

Dimensions and Weight:

Width: 73 mm (2-7/8 inches).
Depth: 129 mm (5-1/8 inches).
Height: 59 mm (2-3/8 inches).
Weight (with battery): 450 g (1 lb).

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Journey to New Sonic Frontiers

With the SY-1, it’s never been easier to infuse your creative arsenal with BOSS’s legendary guitar synth technology. This amazingly expressive tool is filled with 121 ultra-responsive sounds, all distilled down into a BOSS compact pedal that slides easily into any setup. Best of all, it’s as simple to use as a standard stompbox, so you don’t need any background in synth programming to bring a new world of sonic textures to your music.

Features

Authentic BOSS polyphonic guitar synth in a compact pedal
No special pickup required—play rich, dynamic synth tones with any guitar or bass
121 total sounds (11 types and 11 variations), all ready to play with no programming knowledge needed
Includes a wide variety of analog-style synth sounds, from leads, basses, and layered organs to sweeping pads and arpeggiated sequences
Latency-free performance for unrestricted musical expression
Quickly adjust sounds to taste with Tone/Rate and Depth controls
Hold function for playing normal guitar over sustained synth voices
Blend synth and normal guitar sounds with independent level controls
Parallel send/return loop for easy integration with other pedals on your board
Mode switch optimizes the synth engine for guitar or bass
Supports extended control with an external footswitch or expression pedal

Expressive Synth Sounds, No Programming Needed

The SY-1 transforms any guitar or bass into a versatile synthesizer that’s fun, inspiring, and ready to play. Backed by advanced tech first developed for the SY-300, this super-cool pedal delivers a huge selection of analog-style synth sounds while occupying minimal space on your board. What’s more, all the sounds are polyphonic, allowing you to play both single notes and chords.

Plug-and-Play and Latency-Free

The SY-1 can be used with any guitar or bass via a standard 1/4-inch cable, providing an easy, plug-and-play experience. Thanks to custom DSP and the latest BOSS innovations, the SY-1 offers latency-free performance that’s a natural extension of your instrument, letting you to play freely and organically without altering your normal technique in any way.

A Universe of Synth Sounds Inside

With its 11 categories and 121 total sounds, the SY-1 puts an enormous array of synth colors at your fingertips. Expressive leads, sweeping pads, layered organs, fat basses, and more are all on tap, plus a variety of rhythmic synth patterns that are a blast to jam with. And with the grab-and-go Tone/Rate and Depth knobs, you’re able to adjust any synth voice just how you like, including changing the pitch on some sounds.

At Home in Any Rig

As a standard BOSS compact, the SY-1 drops into a serial pedal chain like any other stomp. But with the send/return loop and dedicated mix controls, it’s also possible to blend one or more pedals in parallel with the SY-1’s synth voices. For example, you can patch drive pedals in the loop, and then send the combined output to mod, delay, and reverb pedals for overall processing. The send can be used as a direct out as well, enabling you to route synth and guitar sounds to separate destinations.

Enhance Performances with Real-Time Control

The SY-1 offers a numbers of ways to make your synth performances even more dynamic and expressive. Pressing and holding the pedal switch sustains the last-played synth sound, allowing you to jam with regular guitar over the top. You can also connect an external footswitch for tap tempo and octave-shift effects, or plug in an expression pedal for continuous Tone/Rate control.

SY-1 Sound Types

• LEAD 1/2—A wide range of sounds suitable for single-note soloing.
• PAD—Full tones that work great with chords, from layered pads to synth brass and more.
• BASS—Fat synth bass sounds, including filtered and sub-octave tones.
• STR—Classic analog-style strings, including layered voices and sweeping textures.
• ORGAN—A large selection of organ sounds, including many with rotary-style modulation.
• BELL—Percussive synth sounds with metallic resonance.
• SFX 1/2—A variety of synth sound effects, including explosive one-shot sounds, animated pitch/filter voices, and more.
• SEQ 1/2—Pulsating sounds with rhythmic pitch or filter changes.

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