ME-5 Guitar Multiple Effects

ME-5 Guitar Multiple Effects

Boss Pocket Dictionary Vol. 5-6 (1988-1989)
The ME-5 Guitar Multiple Effects Processor is an achievement that was made
possible by utilizing and integrating advanced BOSS technology to create the
ideal guitar effects unit. The ME-5's built-in effects include Compressor,

Overdrive/Distortion, Equalizer, Chorus/Flanger, and Digital Reverb/Delay. Up

to 64 different effect "patches" can be programmed and stored in the ME-5's
memory, each "patch" containing each effect's On/Off setting as well as the
parameter settings. Quick program changes can be easily made through the
unit's pedals. The ME-5 represents a guitarist s dream come true, combining all
the most widely used effects in a versatile, easy-to-use configuration.
A wide selection of the most popular effects
The ME-5 incorporates 8 different effects which were carefully selected to
allow the guitarist to produce just about any effect desired
All the high-quality features of the BOSS professional effect units were
carried over into the ME-5 For example, the digital reverb/delay employs 16-bit
processing
A noise-suppressor function is also built-in to make sure operation is always
noise-free
Quick and efficient creation of sounds
The ME-5's flashing red LEDs indicate those effects that are being used as
well as the parameters that are being set.
MIDI capability means more possibilities
MIDI In/Out jacks allow the ME-5 to be controlled by an external sequencer
for performing automatic program changes, or to control external MIDI effects
units. Effects Send and Return jacks are provided for connecting external
effects which are not MIDI equipped
The Manual mode enables you control effects by assigning On/Off switching
for each effect to the foot pedals
Connecting the EV-10 expression pedal offers foot-controlled sound volume
control.
The Tuner Out jack enables direct connection of a tuner, and a headphone
jack is provided for practicing.
The use of an FS-5U footswitch allows you to switch between any of 4 Patch
Groups, each with 76 patches, or to switch to the Manual mode.

ME-6 Guitar Multiple Effects

ME-6 Guitar Multiple Effects

Boss Guitar Effects Guide Book Vol. 9-10 (1993-1994)<br

The ME-6 combines nine most frequently used effects for guitarists in a
highly cost-effective unit.
9 Effects

Compressor
Overdrive
Distortion
Noise Suppressor
3 Band Equalizer
Delay
Chorus
Flanger
Reverb

The ME-6's Overdrive/Distortion uses analog circuitry and features five

different modes from warm, natural overdrive to hard, metallic distortion.
Delay and reverb can be used simultaneously.
Chorus achieves a wide range of effects, from subtle to radical.
The Noise Suppressor maintains all your sound's original tonal nuances while
eliminating noise.
The ME-6 has 25 preset Patches for immediate access. You can also
customize sounds by adjusting parameters to your liking.
Even when you switch from a Patch with a long delay to one with no delay,
the delay decays smoothly without annoying sound dropouts.
Manual mode allows on/off switching of each effect independently using
footswitches.
Tuner Out jack and Headphone jack.

ME-8 Guitar Multiple Effects

ME-8 Guitar Multiple Effects

Boss Guitar Effects Guide Book Vol. 11-15 (1995-2000)<br
The ME-8 is a pedalboard-style multi-effect unit featuring 23 built-in effects.
High-quality distortion is produced by the highly acclaimed analog circuitry used
on BOSS compact pedals. This gives you a range of classic BOSS distortion
sounds ranging from the OD-1 to the 0D-2R, the MT-2 and the Blues Driver. A

full lineup of unique effects is also included, such as an intelligent pitch shifter
that provides three-part harmony, a humanizer that simulates the human voice,
a feedbacker, a slow attack, and a ring modulator. The ME-8 is ideal for a broad
range of applications from live performance to studio sessions.
List of Effects
Compressor
Overdrive
Distortion
Humanizer
3 Band Equalizer
2 Voice Harmonist
2 Voice Pitch Shifter
Noise Suppressor
Chorus
Flanger
Phaser
Tremolo
Delay, normal/tap
Reverb
Guitar Amp Simulator
Pedal Wah
Intelligent Ring Modulator
Feedbacker
Electronic Arm
Vibrato
Slow Attack
Silent
The sophisticated digital delay features a tap tempo delay for realtime tempo
adjustment.
A maximum of 11 effects can be used simultaneously.
A total of 100 sounds composed of 50 Preset Patches and 50 User Patches
are built-in.
The built-in guitar amp simulator is convenient for recording or practicing at
home.
Chromatic tuner is built-in.