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
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
An excellent solution for replacing an analog pedalboard
I used to have a very heavy pedalboard with multiple effects for a long time, and I couldn't stand carrying it to rehearsals for long. I decided to get this BOSS ME-90 and I don't think I could have made a better choice. The multitude of precise and faithful effects that replicate what I want has far exceeded my expectations and I am very satisfied.
