Description

The BOSS XS-100 Poly Shifter sets a new benchmark in polyphonic pitch-shifting effects. This groundbreaking flagship pedal delivers ultimate flexibility and matchless audio quality while maintaining the instrument’s natural feel and tone. Leveraging state-of-the-art technology, this Poly Shifter enables musicians to perform with unparalleled fluidity and precision, from wild octave sweeps to subtle detuning. With boundless creative potential, the XS-100 provides seamless pitch gliding combined with instant drop/capo retune features, and much more. Sporting a rugged, new-look enclosure with a built-in expression pedal and LCD, the XS-100 is a modern pitch-shifting marvel that endlessly inspires.

Features

Seamless pitch shifting with on-bord expression pedal, combined with drop/capo retune capabilities
Brand-new algorithm leverages ultra-fast attack and response, preserving clarity, technique, and instrument character
Polyphonic pitching delivers stunning, glitch-free performance, even when playing full chords or fast melodic lines
Extensive side parameters let you fine-tune the pedal’s behavior to suit your unique playing dynamics and technique
Since it’s a natural-sounding pitch shifter, it pairs well with other effects
Fully supports bass frequencies
Durable design ensures stable operation for gigging
With dual pitch-shift options, the expression pedal offers seamless, real-time transitions, while the Tune Down switch delivers instant interval leaps
Effect switch enables expression pedal control with up to +4 octaves of range. Plus, the toe switch (EXP1) can be assigned to functions like instant pitch shifts for enhanced live performance control
Tune Down switch lets you instantly retune or engage the Detune function, adding subtle pitch variations up to +50 cents
Expression pedal curve can be adjusted to suit the player’s preference
Recallable 30 memories to control over several settings
Easy to edit detailed parameters with graphic LCD
MIDI I/O for comprehensive control
CTL 1, 2/EXP 2 jack provides optional external footswitch or expression pedal control for assigned functions such as effect volume and memory switching
Independent analog dry through output

Specifications

AD conversion
– 24 bits + AF method
– AF method (Adaptive Focus method) This 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
Sampling Frequency
– 48 kHz
Memories
– 30
Nominal input level
– INPUT: -10 dBu
Maximum Input Level
– INPUT: +7 dBu
input impedance
– INPUT: 2.2 M
Nominal output level
– OUTPUT: -10 dBu
Maximum output Level
– OUTPUT: +7 dBu
Output impedance
– OUTPUT: 1 k
Recommended load impedance
– OUTPUT: 10 k or greater
Bypass
– Buffered bypass
Controls
– EFFECT switch
– TUNE DOWN switch
– SELECT knob
– EFFECT button
– MEMORY button
– EXP1 pedal
Display
– Graphic LCD (64 x 32 dots, backlit LCD)
Connectors
– INPUT jack: 1/4-inch phone type
– THRU jack: 1/4-inch phone type
– OUTPUT jacks: 1/4-inch phone type
– CTL1, 2/EXP2 jack: 1/4-inch TRS phone type
– USB port: USB Type-C(R)
– MIDI (IN, OUT) connectors: Stereo miniature phone type
– DC IN jack
Power supply
– AC adaptor
Current draw
– 160 mA
Dimensions
– 147 (W) x 230 (D) x 72 (H) mm (5-13/16 x 9-1/16 x 3-13/16″)
Weight
– 1.7 kg (3 lbs 12 oz)