Boss ME-90

Boss ME-90 - The BOSS ME series has been a favourite among guitarists for over three decades, combining the power of multi-effects with intuitive manual control to create tones in just seconds. The ME-90 is the most advanced ME model to date, offering exceptional audio quality with 24-bit AD/DA processing and 32-bit floating-point processing, top AIRD amplifier models, IR loading, an effects loop, and much more. Compact, battery-powered, and packed with premium BOSS tones, this versatile all-in-one processor makes it easy to create custom sound settings for every situation.

Features:

• All-in-one guitar processor with premium BOSS amplifiers and effects
• Easy sound creation in stompbox style with an intuitive button-based interface
• Superior sound quality with 24-bit AD/DA, 32-bit floating-point processing, and a 48 kHz sampling rate
• Eleven onboard AIRD amplifier models and 60 different effects derived from the flagship GT-1000
• Dedicated amplifier section plus seven categories of simultaneous effects with multiple types to choose from
• Edit parameters, change amplifier and effect types, and much more with BOSS Tone Studio
• Eight multifunction footswitches and a recently redesigned expression pedal with toe switch
• 36 preset patches ready to play and 36 user patches for storing custom settings
• Manual mode for pedalboard-style operation and Memory mode for switching complete patch settings
• Rear panel switch to optimise audio outputs for a guitar amplifier or a full-range sound system
• Load up to three user IR speakers with the ME-90 IR Loader software for Windows/macOS
• Send/return loop for external pedals
• Lightweight, durable design with coloured status LEDs
• Powered by four AA batteries or optional AC adapter
• USB-C connector for communication with BOSS Tone Studio and audio recording/playback with music production software
• Download and share ME-90 Livesets at BOSS Tone Exchange
• Optional dual audio MIDI Bluetooth® adapter allows you to edit sounds and stream audio from an iOS or Android mobile device

Technical Specifications:

• Sampling frequency: 48 kHz
• AD Conversion:
  
  • 24-bit + AF method
  • AF method (Adaptive Focus method) This is a proprietary method from Roland & BOSS that significantly improves the signal-to-noise (SN) ratio of AD and DA converters.
• DA Conversion: 24-bit
• Processing: 32-bit floating-point
• Effects: 97 Types
• Memories: 36 (User) + 36 (Preset)
• Phrase Loop: 38 sec. (MONO)
• Internal Tuner Detection: +/-0.1 cent
• Nominal input level:
  
  • INPUT: -10 dBu
  • RETURN: -10 dBu
• Maximum input level:
  
  • INPUT: +7 dBu
  • RETURN: +7 dBu
• Input impedance:
  
  • INPUT: 1 M ohm
  • RETURN: 1 M ohm
• Nominal output level:
  
  • OUTPUT (L/MONO, R): -10 dBu
  • CABINET: -10 dBu
  • SEND: -10 dBu
• Output impedance:
  
  • OUTPUT (L/MONO, R): 1 k ohm
  • CABINET: 44 ohms
  • SEND: 1 k ohm
• Recommended load impedance:
  
  • OUTPUT (L/MONO, R): 10 k ohms or greater
  • CABINET: 44 ohms or greater
  • SEND: 10 k ohms or greater
• Controls: BANK DOWN/AMP switch, BANK UP/EQ switch, CTL/REV switch, MEMORY/MANUAL switch, 1/COMP switch, 2/OD/DS switch, 3/MOD switch, 4/DELAY switch, PEDAL FX switch, Gt. AMP/LINE switch, POWER switch, EXIT button, WRITE button, CTL button, EDIT button, PREAMP TYPE button, GAIN button, BASS button, MIDDLE button, TREBLE button, LEVEL button, REVERB button, COMP/FX1 TYPE button, SUSTAIN/SENS/-1OCT button, ATTACK/TONE/-2OCT/DEPTH button, LEVEL/PEAK/DIRECT button, OD/DS TYPE button, DRIVE button, TONE button, LEVEL button, MOD TYPE button, RATE/KEY button, DEPTH/HARMONY button, E. LEVEL/RESONANCE button, DELAY TYPE button, TIME button, FEEDBACK button, E.LEVEL button, OUTPUT LEVEL button, PEDAL FX TYPE button, PEDAL FX pedal
• Display: 7 segments, 2 characters (LED)
• Connectors:
• INPUT jack, OUTPUT jacks (L/MONO, R), SEND jack, RETURN jack: 1/4 inch phone type
• HEADPHONE jack: mini stereo phone type
• USB COMPUTER port: USB Type-C(R)
• Bluetooth ADAPTER connector: Dedicated connector
• DC IN jack
• Power: 4 x AA alkaline battery (LR6) or AC adapter Power consumption 190 mA
• Accessories:
  
  • STARTUP GUIDE
  • 4 x AA alkaline battery (LR6)
  • “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” leaflet
• Dimensions: 443 x 220 x 67 mm
• Maximum height: 93 mm
• Weight (including battery): 2.9 kg