Boss AD-10 Acoustic Preamp & FX
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AD-10 Acoustic Preamp & FX
Product Info
Article Number:
420798
Brand:
Boss
Model:
AD-10 Acoustic Preamp & FX
Category:
Acoustic Guitar Effects
Price:
$423.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The AD-10 is a serious contender for acoustic players needing a versatile, all-in-one solution. It's a fantastic preamp with a surprisingly capable effects suite and looper, making it ideal for gigging acoustic guitarists and songwriters who want a streamlined setup without sacrificing quality. The dual channels add a lot of flexibility for more complex rigs.
Product Description
- Boss AD-10 Acoustic Preamp & FX
- Effect Pedal
- Professional preamp with DI box for acoustic guitars with built-in pickup
- "Acoustic Resonance" preserves the natural sound of an A-guitar
- which is often lost in Piezoton buyers
- 4-band EQ and variable low-cut filter - specially designed for acoustic guitars
- Multi-band compressor with MDP technology for transparent dynamic control
- Newly developed anti-feedback function
- 2 channels with independent EQ to connect 2 instruments
- or multiple pickup systems
- Effects: Ambience
- Delay
- Chorus (different programs with adjustable parameters)
- Boost function with adjustable tune setting
- 10x slots for your own sound setups
- Built-in looper with 80 seconds recording time
- 2x XLR outputs incl. ground lift for direct connection to the PA
- 2x Jack outputs
- Headphone output
- Separate send / return
- CTL or expression pedal
- USB audio interface for direct recording on the computer
- Built-in tuner
- Compact housing
- Power supply by power supply or 6x AA batteries
- Power consumption: 300 mA
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 217 x 161 x 65 mm
- Weight: 1.3 kg
- Incl. power supply
*Controls:*
- 2x Input Sensitivity
- Bass
- Treble
- Presence
- Level
- Anti-feedback
- Acoustic Resonance
- Comp
- Delay / Chorus Time
- Delay / Chorus E.Level
- Ambience
- Output Level
*Push buttons:*
- Input Select
- Boost
- FX loop
- Low Cut
- Mid Freq
- EQ On / Off
- Notch 1 & 2
- Acoustic Resonance Type
- Comp Type
- Delay / Chorus Type
- Chorus On / Off
- Ambience Type
- Ambience Out
- Menu
- Exit
- Memory Write
- Memory Up & Down
*Handset:*
, Ground lift, Stereo / Mono, Power On / Off
PROS
- • Excellent clarity preserving acoustic guitar's natural resonance, even with piezo pickups
- • Dual-channel design allows for blending two instruments or complex pickup setups
- • Anti-feedback function is genuinely useful on stage, reduces frustrating squeals
- • The looper is surprisingly robust and provides creative performance options
CONS
- • The multi-band compressor, while good, can feel a little sterile at times
- • Size is considerable, may not be ideal for very compact pedalboards
- • Effects algorithms, while decent, aren’t as nuanced as dedicated units
Product Video
Key Features
Effect Type
Acoustic Preamp & Multi-Effects
Controls
4-band EQ, Low-Cut Filter, Multi-band Compressor, Anti-Feedback, Effects Selectors, Looper Controls
Presets
10 User Presets, 10 Factory Presets
Connections
2 x XLR Outputs (Ground Lift), 2 x Jack Outputs, 2 x Instrument Inputs
Power Supply
9V DC Adapter (Boss PSA-100S Sold Separately)
Weight
11.4 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's designed to compensate for the often-harsh character of piezo pickups by subtly shaping the frequency response, emphasizing warmth and body – it's a noticeable improvement over a direct DI signal.
Absolutely, the dual channels are perfect for blending a magnetic pickup’s warmth with the clarity of a piezo, giving you a much fuller tone.
Yes, it's a targeted notch filter that’s surprisingly effective at taming feedback frequencies without significantly impacting the overall tone – a real lifesaver on stage.
