Boss SY-1000 Guitar Synthesizer
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Boss
SY-1000 Guitar Synthesizer
Product Info
Article Number:
480022
Brand:
Boss
Model:
SY-1000 Guitar Synthesizer
Category:
Guitar/Bass Synthesizers
Price:
$1,043.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The SY-1000 is a powerhouse for guitarists and bassists wanting serious synth capabilities. It’s a complete studio in a pedal, offering incredible sonic flexibility and real-time control. Ideal for progressive players, sound designers, and anyone wanting to push the boundaries of their instrument’s potential.
Product Description
- Boss SY-1000 Guitar Synthesizer
- Multi-effects pedal for electric guitar and bass
- Most powerful guitar / bass synthesis and modeling processor from BOSS
- Next generation synth engine with custom DSP and 48 kHz / 32 bit processing
- 3 Simultaneous instrument types and advanced real-time signal processing
- Pitch
- level and panning of each string for instant alternative tunings and wide
- layered voicings
- The new Dynamic Synth perfectly follows the guitar's natural envelope
- 2 x 16-Part step sequencers for the progressive control of pitch
- filter and amplitude
- Updated versions of historic BOSS / Roland guitar synth and modeling technologies: OSC Synth
- GR-300
- Electric Guitar
- Electric Bass
- Acoustic
- VIO Guitar and Poly FX
- Premium effects and amplifiers derived from the flagship GT-1000
- Customise sounds with the BOSS Tone Studio Editor and download patches in BOSS Tone Central
- Current consumption: 800 mA
- Power supply with a 9 V DC power adapter (included)
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 345 x 245 x 67 mm
- Weight: 2500 g
*Note:* no battery operation possible
*Control elements:*
- Controls: 1 to 6
- Output level
- Push buttons: Inst
- Effects
- Exit
- Write
- System
- Page Up and Down
- LED: Backlit Graphic LCD (512 x 160 dots)
- Footswitches: Bank Up and Down
- CTL 1 and 2
- 1 to 4
*Connections:*
- GK pickup input (13-pin DIN)
- Instrument input (6.3 mm jack)
- Main Out R / Mono and L / Phones (2 x 6.3 mm stereo jack)
- Sub Out R / Mono and L (2 x 6.3 mm jack)
- CTL 3
- 4 / EXP 1 (6.3 mm stereo jack)
- CTL 5
- 6 / EXP 2 (6.3 mm stereo jack)
- USB B type
- MIDI In Out / Thru
- Power supply connection: Barrel connector 5.5 x 2.1 mm
- negative polarity inside
*Note:* a Roland GK compatible pickup and 13-pin cable are required for full access to all synth and modelling functions.
PROS
- • Exceptional tracking across a wide range of playing styles.
- • Impressive synthesis engine rivals dedicated hardware synthesizers.
- • Comprehensive effects suite pulls directly from the GT-1000’s arsenal.
- • Dual step sequencers unlock complex, evolving soundscapes.
CONS
- • Steep learning curve, requires significant time investment to master.
- • Size and weight make it less than ideal for gigging musicians.
- • Can be CPU-intensive, potentially impacting latency with complex patches.
Product Video
Key Features
Tracking Type
Polyphonic, COSM, and Dynamic tracking with string-specific level/pan
Sounds
OSC, GR-300, Electric Guitar, Electric Bass, Acoustic, VIO Guitar, Poly FX, Amp Modeling
Presets
200 user presets, 100 factory presets
Controls
Assignable footswitches, knobs, sliders, expression pedal input
Connections
Main outputs (stereo/mono), AUX input/output, MIDI in/out, USB computer connection, footswitch input, expression pedal input
Power Supply
DC 12V external power adapter
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Frequently Asked Questions
The SY-1000's Dynamic Synth offers significantly improved tracking responsiveness and a more natural feel, largely due to the advanced DSP and custom algorithms.
Yes, but you’ll likely need to experiment with the tracking settings to optimize performance; active pickups generally provide the most reliable tracking.
It handles both, allowing for audio recording/playback, MIDI control of the unit, and firmware updates.
