SY-200 Guitar Synthesizer
The Boss SY-200 is a compact guitar synthesizer pedal offering 171 analogue-inspired synth sounds and 128 memory slots. It allows you to transform your guitar or bass into a synth with no latency, featuring 12 categories of sounds including LEAD, PAD, and STRING. The pedal features three adjustable parameters for each sound, and flexible connectivity via inputs/outputs, FX loop, and MIDI, with options for external switches and expression pedals. The SY-200 provides comprehensive real-time control through assignable footswitches for on/off, memory scrolling, and more. It requires no special pickup and can be integrated seamlessly into your existing rig.
What BOSS say about the SY-200 Guitar Synthesizer
Offering a universe of rich, analog-inspired polyphonic tones in a small footprint, the SY-200 makes it simple to weave BOSS’s expressive guitar and bass synth technology into all of your musical journeys. Building on the fun, instant-gratification experience of the acclaimed SY-1, this blue inspiration machine features an expanded sound set, more tone-shaping possibilities, and 128 memories for storing your sonic creations. Two onboard footswitches provide deep real-time performance control, and you can take things even further with external footswitches, an expression pedal, and MIDI. Advanced BOSS polyphonic guitar synth technology in a streamlined 200 series pedal 12 analog-style synth categories with many variations in each (171 sounds total) Three adjustable parameters for customizing sounds 128 memories for saving and recalling sounds Fast sound creation with hands-on controls and large display No special pickup required—play rich, dynamic synth tones with any guitar or bass Latency-free performance for unrestricted musical expression Assignable Memory/CTL 1 switch for memory change, hold, pitch control, and more Blend synth and normal guitar sounds with independent level controls Parallel send/return loop for easy integration with other pedals on your board Selectable modes for globally optimizing the synth engine for guitar or bass Supports extended control with up to two external footswitches or an expression pedal Full MIDI I/O provided with space-saving 3.5 mm TRS jacks (connection cables available separately) Micro USB jack for firmware updates Runs on PSA-series AC adaptor or three AA-size batteries
What guitarists say...
Guitarists found the Boss SY-200 to be a useful and interesting pedal, particularly for adding synth sounds to their playing. Many appreciated the wide variety of sounds available and the ability to customize them, though some found the editing process time-consuming. Positive feedback highlighted the excellent tracking and lack of latency. Some reviewers noted that it is a powerful synth with numerous possibilities and easy operation. Others had some issues with the pedal lacking piano, flute, and sax sounds and recommended the pedal for home use and not for use with a DAW. It was mentioned that the quality of the build and sounds were good, but the need to purchase separate power supplies and MIDI cables caused a negative impression on the users.
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