The Boss VE-1 Vocal Echo is a compact, battery-powered effects unit designed specifically for singers and vocal artists, which can be used live or in the studio. It offers professional vocal processing technology in a portable format, allowing users to enhance their vocals in real time with high-quality effects—without the need for additional mixing console access or sound engineers.

Key features

7 adjustable ambience effects: These include reverb, delay, echo, and other spatial sound enhancements that can be set subtly or intensely to make the voice sound more present and voluminous.

Double-tracking effect: Adds more richness to the voice, as if the singer were recording twice—ideal for solo vocalists.

Enhance and pitch-correct function: Smoothes the voice, corrects slight intonation errors, and even offers an “electronic voice” effect for creative, synth-like sounds.

USB audio interface: Allows you to record the processed vocals directly to a computer—perfect for YouTube videos, podcasts, or home recording.

Mix function for playback and vocals: The VE-1 can mix a playback track (e.g., via a smartphone) with live vocals, making it ideal for street musicians and solo acts.

XLR input with phantom power (48V): Supports condenser microphones, but dynamic microphones can also be used.

Flexible power supply: Operates on 4 AA batteries (included) or optional AC adapter (not included).

Memory function: Stores individual settings so that favorite sounds can be recalled at any time.

Foot switch connection (6.3 mm): Allows you to control effects (e.g., tap tempo, effect switching) via foot pedal (compatible with Boss FS-5U, FS-6, FS-7).

Technical specifications

Dimensions: 156 x 116 x 64 mm

Weight: approx. 600 g

Connections: XLR input and output, 3.5 mm jack (line out/headphones), USB, footswitch connection

Power supply: 4 × AA batteries or 9 V power supply (e.g. Boss PSA-230S)