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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 MΩ

Nominal output level
- OUTPUT: -10 dBu

Maximum output Level
- OUTPUT: +7 dBu

Output impedance
- OUTPUT: 1 kΩ

Recommended load impedance
- OUTPUT: 10 kΩ 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)