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Boss EX-4 Effects Expander

The Boss EX-4 is a premium multi-effects unit that opens another dimension of pedalboard possibilities. Featuring combine any 4 out of 120 Boss effects at once & versatile routing options

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    Sound Beyond Space

    Step beyond the boundaries of sound and space with the EX-4. Engineered for maximum space efficiency expansive connectivity, this premium multi-effects unit opens another dimension of pedalboard possibilities.

     

    Fueled by 120 stellar BOSS effects, the EX-4’s intuitive, and color-coded controls allow guitarists, bassists, and other sonic adventurers to navigate a universe of limitless tone with ease. Combine up to four effects simultaneously and explore new creative frontiers on stage or in the studio, all while saving valuable space on the deck.

     

    120 Effects

    Packed with 120 world-class BOSS effects, the EX-4 brings a virtually limitless range of premium sounds to any pedalboard.

     

    Gear Suite

    Gear Suite function makes sound creation quick and easy, allowing players to call up ready-to-play effects and save favorite parameter setups for each effect type.

     

    Easy Operation

    Informative color displays, clickable rotary knobs, and dedicated FX buttons help you shape your tone fast.

     

    Expansive Control

    Manual and Memory modes provide stompbox-style or preset-based switching. Expand control with up to two external switches or an expression pedal, plus MIDI In/Out for seamless integration.

     

    256 Presets

    128 preset memories for guitar and bass, plus 128 user memories for saving custom sounds.

     

    Flexible I/O with FX Loop

    Versatile mono/stereo I/O with flexible effect loop to build reorderable chains using external pedals.

     

    Advanced Signal Routing

    Create complex effect configurations with advanced series, parallel, and wet/dry options.

     

    Flawless Memory Switching

    Lightning-fast memory changes plus full carryover of delay and reverb trails for flawless transitions.

     

    Utility Blocks

    When building presets, you can place up to two Noise Suppressors (one on Serial 1 only) and a Foot Volume anywhere in the signal chain. Finally, polish your tone with a three-band Global EQ.

     

    You can substitute stereo I/O functionality with a Send/Return block, which also enables wet/dry setups and the FOUR-CABLE METHOD.

     

    Structure

    Tailor the signal structure of each preset to create your perfect tone. Set the chain to series, parallel, or wet/dry, and reorder effect blocks as required. Combined with the Send/Return block, this allows you to further refine your tone and create complex pedal board configurations.

     

    On-The-Fly Control

    Assign up to eight parameters to built-in and external control footswitches per preset for enhanced on-the-fly effect performance.

     

    Complete Effect Library

    The EX-4 spans every major effect category—including drive, modulation, delay, and reverb—plus bass-optimized effects and standout BOSS favorites like Slow Gear, Slicer, and more.

     

    Boss EX-4 Effects Expander Features:

    • Packed with 120 world-class BOSS effects
    • Combine up to 4 effects simultaneously
    • Quick and easy sound creation
    • Save favorite parameter setups for each effect type
    • Manual and Memory modes provide stompbox-style or preset-based switching
    • 128 Built-in presets plus 128 empty slots for custom sounds
    • Versatile mono/stereo I/O with flexible effect loop
    • Series, parallel, and wet/dry routing options
    • Utility blocks for customizable Noise Suppressor & volume pedal patches
    • Assign up to eight parameters to built-in and external control footswitches per preset
    • Vastly improved signal-to-noise ratio with Adaptive Focus, a proprietary method from Roland/BOSS

     

    Accessories:

    • STARTUP GUIDE
    • Leaflet "Read Me First"
    • AC adaptor: PSA-S series
    • Rubber foot x 4
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    Boss EX-4 Effects Expander Specifications

    Boss EX-4 Effects Expander Specifications
    Product Specifications
    • Sampling Frequency: 48 kHz
    • AD Conversion: 24 bits + AF method (Adaptive Focus method)
    • DA Conversion: 32 bits
    • Processing: 32-bit floating point
    • Effects: 120 types
    • Maximum Number of Effects: 4 (FX 1-4) + 6 (DIVIDER+MIXER, SEND RETURN, FOOT VOLUME, NOISE SUPPRESSOR1, NOISE SUPPRESSOR2, GLOBAL EQ)
    • Memories: 128 (User) + 128 (Preset)
    • Nominal Input Level: INPUT L/MONO jack, INPUT R(RETURN) jack: -10 dBu
    •  Maximum Input Level: +7 dBu
    • Input Impedance: 1M ohm
    • Nominal Output Level: -10 dBu
    •  Output Impedance: 1 k ohm
    • Recommended Load Impedance: 10 k ohms or greater
    • Controls: DOWN/1 switch, UP/2 switch, MENU/EXIT button, GEAR SUITE button, FX1 button, FX2 button, FX3 button, FX4 button, SELECT knob, TYPE/VALUE knob, 1-3 knobs
    • Display: Color Graphic LCD (320 x 240 dots)
    • Connectors:
      • INPUT/OUTPUT/SEND/Return: 1/4" phone type
      • MIDI: Miniature phone type
      • CTL/EXP jack: 1/4" TRS phone type
      • USB port: USB Type-C (R) DC IN jack
    • Power Supply: AC adaptor (PSA-S series)
    • Current Draw: 300 mA
    • Dimensions (W x D x H):
      • Without Rubber Feet: 117 x 138 x 63 mm / 4-5/8" x 5-7/16" x 2-1/2" 
      • With Rubber Feet: 117 x 138 x 65 mm / 4-5/8" x 5-7/16" x 2-9/16" 
    • Weight: 800 g / 1 lb 13 oz *0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms
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