Guitar Multiple Effects

Killer BOSS Effects and COSM Amp Models Made Easy!
Leave it to the guitar-heads at BOSS to unleash whats sure to be the most devastating, best-sounding and easy-to-use guitar multi-effects processor on the block. As the successor to the popular ME-30, the new ME-33 Guitar Multiple Effects arrives with an incredible range of killer 24-bit BOSS effects, onboard COSM Amp Modeling, and Quick Edit knobs for fast tweaking. Throw in an onboard expression pedal and new EZ Tone feature and youve got the easiest way to tap into a tonal powerhouse.
* Product pictured is a prototype model. Actual product appearance may be subject to change.
Floor-based guitar multi-effects processor with 24-bit sound quality and built-in assignable expression pedal Onboard COSM Amp Modeling with 6 distinct guitar amp models plus simultaneous overdrive and distortion effects 6 Quick Edit knobs for instant, familiar effects tweaking 24 distinct guitar effects (9 simultaneous) including new Feedback Modeling, Auto Wah, Humanizer, Harmonist, Auto Riff and Phrase Trainer
EZ Tone settings provide fast access to tones from a variety of musical styles Acoustic Guitar Simulator and Pickup Simulator for instant acoustic sounds Large backlit LCD with helpful operation graphics and icons Built-in auto tuner and patches optimized for use with 7-string guitars
-------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------Incredible Sounds, Incredibly Easy Features that Matter
Its no secret that BOSS is known for legendary effects with simple, straightforward designs that let you spend less time tweaking and more time playing. The ME-33 takes this concept to the extreme by putting the full BOSS effects powerhouse at your fingertips using six Quick Edit knobs (Gain, Tone, Modulation, Delay, Reverb and Level) and a large backlit graphic LCD. So getting your sound is now as simple as stomping a pedal and turning a few knobs. Once youve got the sound you like, just save it into one of 60 memory locations for instant recall. Dont want to scroll through effects patches? No problem. A new Easy Tone feature gives you cool settings depending on the style of music youre playing: Country, Blues, Rock, Hard Rock, Metal or 7-String The ME-33 goes the extra mile by giving you an onboard expression pedal thats instantly assigned to control a cool-sounding effects parameter. Of course, it can also easily be assigned to control just about anything else you wantfrom wah to pitch shifting to volume. For 7-string guitarists, it has an auto tuner that can tune a low B, as well as patches optimized for bottom-heavy sounds. Optional battery power lets you take it just about anywhere, while a built-in Phrase Trainer and Auxiliary input lets you record and play back riffs from CDs or tapesthe perfect tool for slowing down and learning those difficult riffs.
-------------------------------------------------------------COSM Amp Models and Head-Turning Effects

Thanks to the power of COSM Guitar Amp modeling, the ME-33 delivers stunning models of six classic and modern amp types from ultra-clean to bluesy to full-on thrash metal. And unlike some guitar multi-effects processors, you can use these killer amp models and a variety of BOSS overdrive/distortion effects simultaneously. Speaking of effects, theres 24 in allnine of which can be used simultaneouslyincluding everything from reverb, chorus and delay to Auto Riff, Harmonist and an Overdrive/Distortion effect with new Feedback Modeling, which can give you realistic amp feedback at any volume.

COSM Amp Models

JC-120, TWIN, MATCH, BG STK, MS STK, METAL

Multi Effects

q OverDrive/Distortion (OD, FAT, Blues/DIST, METAL, FUZZ)
including Feedback modeling
q Guitar Simulator (Pickup Simulator, Acoustic Simulator) q Compressor q Auto Wah q T-Wah q Phaser q Equalizer q Humanizer q Chorus (Mono, Stereo) q Flanger q Tremolo/Pan q Pitch Shifter q Harmonist q Auto Riff q Delay (Normal, Pan) q Reverb (Room, Hall) q Noise Suppressor q Pedal Wah q Ring Modulator q Pitch Bend (1-5)

ME-33 Rear Panel

ME-33 Specifications
Conversion AF Method * q DA Conversion Method 24-bit DAC q Sampling Frequency 44.1 kHz q Patches 60 (User) + 30 (Preset) q Effects Guitar Simulator, Compressor, Overdrive/Distortion, Auto Wah, T-Wah Phaser, Equalizer, Humanizer, Guitar Amp Simulator, Chorus, Flanger, Tremolo/Pan, Pitch Shifter, Harmonist, Auto Riff, Delay, Reverb, Noise Suppressor < Effects for Expression Pedal > Volume Pedal, Pedal Wah, Pitch Bender, Ring Modulator q Nominal Input Level INPUT: -20 dBu, AUX IN: -10 dBu q Input Impedance INPUT: 1 M ohms AUX IN: 47 k ohms q Nominal Output Level OUTPUT: -20 dBu, Output Impedance, OUTPUT: 2 k ohms q Display 7 segments, 1 character LED, Backlit Custom LCD q Jacks INPUT Jack, AUX IN Jack (Stereo Mini Type), OUTPUT Jacks L (MONO) / R, PHONES Jack (Stereo Mini Type), AC Adaptor Jack q Power Supply DC 9 V: Dry batteries
(R6/LR6 (AA) type) x 6, AC Adaptor (PSAseries: Optional) q Current Draw 160 mA * Expected battery life under continuous use: Carbon: 3.5 hours, Alkaline: 12 hours, These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use. q Dimensions 397.5 (W) x 212 (D) x 63 (H) mm, 15-11/16 (W) x 8-3/8 (D) x 2-1/2 (H) inches q Weight 1.8 kg / 4 lbs (including batteries) q Accessories Owner's Manual, Dry Batteries (Alkaline: LR6 (AA) type) x 6, Roland Service (information Sheet) q Options AC Adaptor (PSA series)
*0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms *In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of this unit are subject to change without prior notice. *AF Method (Adaptive Focus method) *This is a proprietary method from Roland that vastly improves the signal-to-noise (S/N) ratio of the A/D and D/A converters.

Bag Compatibility Guide

BOSS-BAG-L (23x12x3.5)
(Unit fits in bag with power supply except where noted) BR-8 BR-1180/CD GT-3/6/6B/8 (snug fit NO pwr supply) GT-5 GR-09/1/20/33 GS-10 MC-303/307 ME-33/50/50B RMP-1/3

BOSS-BAG-L2 (24x14x5)

Any AD Any DR Any GR Any GT Any RMP Any TD Any VG BR-864/1180/1180CD BR-1200CD/1600CD FC-200 GS-10 MC-505 PCR-1/M1 PCR-30/M30 SP-606 SPD-6/S VG-8/88 V-Bass

BR-BAG (15x11x3)

Any AD Any Compact or Twin pedal Any DR Any ME Any RMP Any TD BR-532/864/900 GR-20 GS-10 SP-404 SPD-6 VS-CDR1/2/3 VT-1
2009 Roland Corporation U.S.

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Any AD Any DR Any GR Any RMP Any TD BR-532/864/1180 D2 GS-10 MC-09/303 MC-50/50MKII R-70 R-70 RA-50 SPD-6/S SP-404 VT-1

BR-1180BG (19x14x6)

CB-RMP (11x4x6)
Any RMP Any TD Two Drum Pads GT-3/5 GR-20/33 GS-10 ME-50/50B Motion Dive Controller w/ Laptop PCR-1/ M1 SP-404 SPD-6 VT-1

GROOVE-BAG2 (14x13x5)

BR-600 BR-864 BR-900CD CD-2E GS-10 M-16DX ME-50/50B ME-70 SP-808/808EX

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E-09 Fantom-S Fantom-Xa Fantom-X6 GW-7 Juno-D Juno-G RS-5/50/70 V-Synth XP-30

KEY-BAG1 (46x14.5x6.5)

RAM-2057US (18x12x3)
ME-5/6/6B ME-8/8B ME-10/30/33 ME-50/50B

VS-840BG (17x14x5)

Any AD Any DR Any GR Any RMP Any TD BR-532/864 GS-10 MC-09/303/307 R-70 SP-808/606/505/404 SPD-6/S VS-840/880/890 VT-1

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Legacy Products

BOSS-BAG-S (17x9x3)

AD-3/5 BR-532/864 D-2 (snug fit w/pwr supply) DR-202 DR-550/MKII (with power supply) DR-660/670/770/880 DR-3/5 EF-303 (snug fit w/pwr supply) GI-20 JS-5 JV-1010 ME-30 SP-202 SP-303/404 (snug fit w/pwr supply) SP-505/606 (snug fit NO pwr supply) SH-32 SPD-6 (snug fit NO pwr supply) VF-1

BOSS-BAG-S2 (16x14x7)

Any AD Any Compact or Twin Pedal Any DR Any ME Any RMP Any TD BR-532/864/900 GR-20 GS-10 MC-09 PCR-1/M1 SP-202/303/404 SPD-6 VT-1

PCR-BAG (23x6x14)

Any AD Any DR Any GR Any GT Any RMP Any TD BR-864/1180 FC-200 GS-10 Motion Dive controller PCR-1/M1 PCR-30/M30 VT-1

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