The MS-3 Multi Effects Switcher is a new-concept pedalboard solution that maximizes your creative options by combining a world-class multi-effects engine and multi-pedal switcher in one small, dedicated unit. Now, anyone can put together a professional effects system that’s incredibly compact, extremely light, and versatile enough to achieve nearly any sound imaginable. The MS-3 is a sonic powerhouse capable of running six internal pedal effects at once while seamlessly integrating three of your favorite external pedals. It also offers deep rig control capabilities, allowing you to switch amp channels, adjust effects in real time, work with MIDI devices, and more. With the MS-3, it’s easy to create a portable board or fly rig without the compromises associated with traditional loop switchers and all-in-one multi-effects units.

 

Modes

Memory mode/Manual mode

Loops

3

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

24 bits

Sampling Frequency

44.1 kHz

Effects

112 types

Patches

200

Nominal Input Level

INPUT: -10 dBu

LOOPS L1--3 RETURN: -10 dBu

Maximum Input Level

INPUT: +7 dBu

LOOPS L1--3 RETURN: +7 dBu

Input Impedance

INPUT: 1 M ohms

Nominal Output Level

OUTPUT L/MONO, R: -10 dBu

LOOPS L1--3 SEND: -10 dBu

Output Impedance

OUTPUT L/MONO, R: 1 k ohms

Recommended Load Impedance

OUTPUT L/MONO, R: 10 k ohms or greater

LOOPS 1--3 SEND: 10 k ohms or greater

Controls

Number switches 1--4, MEMORY/MANUAL switch

ON/OFF button, MENU button, EDIT button, EXIT button, ENTER button

1--3 knobs

POWER switch

Display

Graphic LCD (132 x 32 dots, backlit LCD)

Indicator

Number indicators 1--4, MEMORY/MANUAL indicator

On/Off indicators (FX1, MOD1, L1--3, FX2, MOD2, DLY, REV)

Connectors

INPUT jack: 1/4-inch phone type

LOOPS L1--3 SEND jacks: 1/4-inch phone type

LOOPS L1--3 RETURN jacks: 1/4-inch phone type

OUTPUT (L/MONO, R) jacks: 1/4-inch phone type

CTL OUT CTL1/2 jack: 1/4-inch TRS phone type

CTL IN EXP1 CTL1/2 jack, CTL IN EXP2 CTL3/4 jack: 1/4-inch TRS phone type

USB COMPUTER port: USB type B

MIDI OUT connector

DC IN jack

Power Supply

AC adaptor

Current Draw

280 mA

Accessories

AC adaptor

Rubber feet x 4

Owner's manual

Leaflet "USING THE UNIT SAFELY"

Options (sold separately)

Footswitch: FS-5U, FS-5L, FS-6, FS-7

Expression pedal: EV-30, FV-500L, FV-500H, Roland EV-5

The BOSS Solderless Pedalboard Cable Kit is designed to save space on your pedalboard without sacrificing tone. Easy to assemble, this customizable system requires only the tightening of a single ground screw on each connector, with no cable stripping required. Our compact bi-directional connectors are engineered to allow straight or right-angle connections, and enable you to place your pedals as close as 1 cm apart.

Premium 24K gold plated contacts ensure the most precise sound reproduction available. The low-capacitance, studio-grade cable is ultra-pliable for clean cable management, and is manufactured with oxygen-free copper and braided shielding for quiet operation and lasting durability.