Boss MS-3 Multi Effects Switcher Pedal

The MS-3 Multi Effects Switcher is a new-concept pedalboard solution that maximizes your creative options by combining a world-class multi-effects engine and multi-pedal switcher in one small, dedicated unit. Now, anyone can put together a professional effects system that’s incredibly compact, extremely light, and versatile enough to achieve nearly any sound imaginable. The MS-3 is a sonic powerhouse capable of running six internal pedal effects at once while seamlessly integrating three of your favorite external pedals. It also offers deep rig control capabilities, allowing you to switch amp channels, adjust effects in real time, work with MIDI devices, and more. With the MS-3, it’s easy to create a portable board or fly rig without the compromises associated with traditional loop switchers and all-in-one multi-effects units.

SPECIFICATIONS

Modes

Memory mode/Manual mode

Loops

3

AD Conversion

24 bits + AF method
AF method (Adaptive Focus method) This is a proprietary method from Roland & BOSS that vastly improves the signal-to-noise (SN) ratio of the AD and DA converters.

DA Conversion

24 bits

Sampling Frequency

44.1 kHz

Effects

112 types

Patches

200

Nominal Input Level

INPUT: -10 dBu
LOOPS L1--3 RETURN: -10 dBu

Maximum Input Level

INPUT: +7 dBu
LOOPS L1--3 RETURN: +7 dBu

Input Impedance

INPUT: 1 M ohms

Nominal Output Level

OUTPUT L/MONO, R: -10 dBu
LOOPS L1--3 SEND: -10 dBu

Output Impedance

OUTPUT L/MONO, R: 1 k ohms

Recommended Load Impedance

OUTPUT L/MONO, R: 10 k ohms or greater
LOOPS 1--3 SEND: 10 k ohms or greater

Controls

Number switches 1--4, MEMORY/MANUAL switch
ON/OFF button, MENU button, EDIT button, EXIT button, ENTER button
1--3 knobs
POWER switch

Display

Graphic LCD (132 x 32 dots, backlit LCD)

Indicator

Number indicators 1--4, MEMORY/MANUAL indicator
On/Off indicators (FX1, MOD1, L1--3, FX2, MOD2, DLY, REV)

Connectors

INPUT jack: 1/4-inch phone type
LOOPS L1--3 SEND jacks: 1/4-inch phone type
LOOPS L1--3 RETURN jacks: 1/4-inch phone type
OUTPUT (L/MONO, R) jacks: 1/4-inch phone type
CTL OUT CTL1/2 jack: 1/4-inch TRS phone type
CTL IN EXP1 CTL1/2 jack, CTL IN EXP2 CTL3/4 jack: 1/4-inch TRS phone type
USB COMPUTER port: USB type B
MIDI OUT connector
DC IN jack

Power Supply

AC adaptor

Current Draw

280 mA

Accessories

AC adaptor
Rubber feet x 4
Owner's manual
Leaflet "USING THE UNIT SAFELY"

Options (sold separately)

Footswitch: FS-5U, FS-5L, FS-6, FS-7
Expression pedal: EV-30, FV-500L, FV-500H, Roland EV-5

SIZE AND WEIGHT

Width

275 mm
10-7/8 inches

Depth

97 mm
3-7/8 inches

Height

68 mm
2-11/16 inches

Weight

1.1 kg
2 lbs 7 oz