BOSS Es-8 Effects Switching System Footswitch, Highly-Reliable Footswitche with Switch-Noise Mute Capability,Black

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I wanted one of these Boss Es-8 loop switchers for at least 4 years. I finally saved up the scratch to buy one, and got it last week! ES-8 already has eight regular loops plus an additional Volume Loop which can be inserted anywhere in the effect chain without the need for extra cables for input and output that would be required by a “separate Loop.” Input Selector: The unit comes with a EU version of the Boss PSU to power the unit so (UK Customers) I would recommend sourcing a UK version of the PSU - Thomann did supply a free UK/EU adaptor plug but the PSU does not fit correctly into this. (Aperture is too small on the adaptor) The inclusion of the “Separate Loop” function can be found in many switching devices, however, in the ES-8, we have deliberately eliminated the need for this extraneous connection because it provides no extra benefit to the unique and comprehensive ES-8 design. In fact, the ES-8 was conceived with total integrated functionality in mind without the need for a detached independent output function. Here are four typical uses of the “Separate Loop” which are already accomplished with the ES-8 internal design: Extra Regular Effect Loop:

To start, you connect your pedals to the ES-8’s audio loops, and then activate the loops as needed to achieve various pedal combinations. The on/off state of each loop (and many other things, as we’ll discuss) can be saved in a patch, allowing you to instantly change sounds without dancing around to press the switches on individual pedals. Your guitar tone is also maintained, because it only travels through an effect when it’s needed for a particular sound. The new Boss ES-8 Effects Switching System promises to become a staple on any large scale pedal board. Designed to open up sonic possibilities, the ES-8 represents a huge leap from the standard individual stomp box utility, and is a more affordable alternative to the sought-after Gig Rig switcher, but still suitable for professional users - after all, in Boss you can trust! The ES-8 features a Pro-Level Design for Gig Durability.With this method, there are unlimited possibilities that can be realized by experimenting with the position of the preamp in the effects chain, allowing the amazing flexibility of the ES-8’s routing to be applied to your amp. The last band I was in wound up before I got my ES-5 (ironically, since it was a couple of that band's songs that made me want a switcher), so I haven't really had the chance to use my current pedalboard in anger, but I suspect that it's going to be far more useful for gigging with a fixed(ish) setlist than it is for more free-form rehearsal type stuff where you're jamming, working out parts and writing/arranging songs. My worry is that for that part of the process a switcher-based board potentially goes from being a useful tool to becoming a barrierto creativity. In addition to routing capability and connectivity, the ES-5 pays particular attention to sound quality. It’s designed in a way that does not contribute to sound deterioration, keeping your tone pure and free of noise. These results are accomplished by carefully designed analog circuitry developed with the know-how, experience, and design expertise of the BOSS engineering team. In further regard to tone pureness, the ES-5 is equipped with input and output buffers that can be turned on and off independently as needed to suit any rig. *The output buffer is combined with the onboard mixer for the parallel chain function. Pro-Level Design for Gig Durability En af ES-8'erens key features er dens innovative routing-fleksibilitet, der gør det muligt at bytte rundt på rækkefølgen på en række af effektpedaler. Dette giver professionelle guitarister mulighed for at få adgang til en bred vifte af effektkombinationer og giver dem total kreativ frihed til at få den lyd de ønsker. Derudover øger ES-8'erens funktion: parallel chain effektkombinationerne yderligere og øger derved de samlede lydmuligheder eksponentielt. Og hvad mere er, at alle disse programmerede konfigurationer kan gemmes og indlæses øjeblikkeligt under en livekoncert. ER DET IKKE PÅ TIDE DU BLEV CONNECTED? My worry is that for that part of the process a switcher-based board potentially goes from being a useful tool to becoming a barrierto creativity.

EDIT button, WRITE button, - button, + button, DISPLAY/EXIT button, ENTER button, Cursor left button, Cursor right button Display 7 segments, 3 characters (LED)

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The ES-8 Effects Switching System begins life with a sharp and clear mission: to provide pro and high-end users with cool and creative solutions.The new and innovative ES-8 is a system that represents a major leap “out of the box” from the standard individual stomp box utility. It is a whole new way of providing unprecedented capability without sacrificing sound quality. The ES-8 combines far-reaching flexibility with total freedom of expression. All this, in one cool device.

The ES-8 effect switching system is more than just a smartly designed tool for the creation of awesome sounds. It is also a handsome piece of hardware that is going to look really good on your pedalboard. Built with durable mechanical functions in a road-tough design, the ES-8 combines huge technical innovations with small useful conveniences. Memory capability with 800 patches, a large display with extensive naming capacity, and robust responsive foot switches with full assignability are just a few of the features that make this switcher the choice of the pros. A gig-ready switcher, perfect for guitarists with lots of pedals and cheaper than the sought-after Gig Rig switcher The ES-8 has two inputs, perfect for connecting two different guitars. The active input can be stored with each patch and/or assigned to a footswitch for real-time control.Various functions of the ES-8 are assignable to any footswitch on its front panel. In other words, you can completely rearrange the functional layout of footswitches to optimize the manipulation of your own system. The footswitch assignments include the following control functions: The ES-5 effect switching system is more than just a smartly designed tool for the creation of awesome sounds. It is also a handsome piece of hardware that is going to look really good on your pedalboard. Built with durable mechanical functions in a road-tough design, the ES-5 combines huge technical innovations with small useful conveniences. Memory capability with 200 patches, a large display with extensive naming capacity, and robust responsive foot switches with full assignability are just a few of the features that even make this switcher the choice of the pros. Specifications Modes Memory mode/Manual mode Loops 5 Patch Memory 200 Nominal Input Level INPUT, RETURN 1--5: -10 dBu Maximum Input Level INPUT, RETURN 1--5: +13 dBu Input Impedance INPUT: 1 M ohm (Buffer: On) Nominal Output Level SEND 1--5, OUTPUT, TUNER: -10 dBu Maximum Output Level SEND 1--5, OUTPUT, TUNER: +13 dBu Output Impedance OUTPUT, TUNER: 1 k ohm (Mixer: On) Recommended Load Impedance 10 k ohms or greater Controls NUMBER 1--5 switch, BANK switch, MUTE switch Once I had everything plugged in (properly), it works better than I could have ever dreamed. It is very easy to use, even for a meathead like myself.