html) which allows non-class-compliant USB devices like the BOSS products to be controlled via 5-pin MIDI. It (inexplicably, for me) just doesn’t do that, and it’s the main criticism I have for the GT-001 as a whole. If you’re only interested in live performance, and not that fussed about having a computer around, the GT-100 is a much better choice because of the added expression pedal and more “floor-based” design. Credit is provided by a panel of lenders with whom we have a commercial relationship (so we cannot provide independent advice).

Premium amps and effects in a stylish desktop unitIncludes BOSS' latest COSM amp models, powerful MDP effects, and moreFlexible routing of amps and effects through two effect chainsAdvanced multi-channel USB audio/MIDI interface for flexible recording and efficient re-ampingCompatible with GT-100 Version 2.Hi Jim, I bought the GT-001 to put on my pedalboard as it has a great number of effects in a tiny package. It is packed with the acclaimed amps and effects from the flagship GT-100 unit and also functions as a USB audio/MIDI interface. It also has an XLR mic input - with phantom power for condenser mics - so you can record vocals and acoustic guitar. The sound of the Boss is good but it was a little different from the sound when I plugged my guitar or EW direct into the amp. Powered by newly developed BOSS technology, this cool and convenient function is great fun when working with Roland's free Guitar Friend Jam software, and also lets you experiment with using your guitar to create MIDI sequences in music production software.

In addition to the guitar input, an XLR mic input is included for capturing vocals or acoustic instruments, and the built-in USB audio/MIDI interface provides a direct connection for creating music. software-BOSS' top-of-the-line processor for stage performers-and patch data can be shared between the two units. PO Box, APO/FPO, Afghanistan, Africa, Alaska/Hawaii, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Belgium, Bhutan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brunei Darussalam, Bulgaria, Cambodia, China, Cyprus, Estonia, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), Germany, Gibraltar, Greenland, Guernsey, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Israel, Japan, Jersey, Jordan, Kuwait, Laos, Latvia, Lebanon, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Macau, Macedonia, Maldives, Malta, Moldova, Mongolia, Montenegro, Nepal, Netherlands Antilles, Oman, Pakistan, Puerto Rico, Qatar, Republic of Croatia, Romania, Russian Federation, Saint Lucia, Saint Pierre and Miquelon, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Slovenia, Sri Lanka, Svalbard and Jan Mayen, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, US Protectorates, Ukraine, Virgin Islands (U. Onward, I can’t stand option paralysis and tweaking paralysis - it’s overwhelming and frankly I really just want to play.

Its small size fits easily into any workspace, while the intuitive interface makes it simple to dial up professional tones for recording and practice. Available as a free download for Mac or Windows, BOSS TONE STUDIO gives you an intuitive graphical interface for creating and editing GT-001 effects patches from your computer via USB.

It talks to the computer using the USB and drives a software instrument as if I was using a MIDI keyboard. In addition, the ability to power the GT-001 with either the included AC adapter or a computer's USB bus offers great convenience for home setups, studio sessions, and mobile recording with a laptop PC. We don't want any high or low spots as this will mean your guitar will need a higher than optimum action and potentially suffer with fret buzz.I supposed it's enough to enter notes in a midi partition, but not good to record something accurate. But all of the various dials, choices and options make sense and can be tweaked individually to your liking. I built a an angled wood platform for it so I can easily see the display from my position in my desk chair…I pipe it straight into some cheap little powered desktop speakers and I am good to go for hours…I don’t have Van Halen style Marshall’s or 5150s so I can’t compare, but whatever they sound like, they sound great in the gt-001.

They mention that it has a ton of presets that are all editable on their PC or laptop, and that the device makes things simple in terms of editing every. For others, especially those not using a computer (although I’m not sure if it even affects the analogue outputs), this could be a serious issue. s free Guitar Friend Jam software, and also lets you experiment with using your guitar to create MIDI sequences in music production software. USB power is a “bit complicated”, and if you’re using the 48V phantom to power an XLR microphone it will be slightly higher, but it’s not going to run up your electricity bills if you forget to turn the thing off. I would have really liked to see some default setup instructions like a “quick start” or something, based on each platform like Windows 10 or OSX.It always takes some amount of time for a “computer” (the GT-001, in this case) to “work out” what needs to happen to a signal and do the mathematics.