BOSS ME-90 Guitar Multiple Effects Pedal

BOSS ME-90 Overview

Dial In Professional Sounds in Seconds

Improving upon the tried-and-true ME series that has been a favorite of performing guitarists for decades, the ME-90 Multi-FX Pedal from BOSS offers some of the most advanced BOSS technology yet for versatile studio-quality audio, including 24-bit AD/DA conversion, 32-bit floating-point DSP, 48 kHz sampling, and 60 FX from the flagship GT-1000 across seven simultaneous categories. With groundbreaking AIRD technology, you get 11 detailed amp models, with the option to add more via the ME-90 IR Loader software, and plenty of room for customization with 36 user presets, 36 factory presets, and the ability to edit parameters, swap out effects and amp models, and more with the BOSS Tone Studio software.

The ME-90 sports eight customizable footswitches for controlling multiple functions and a newly designed expression pedal with a toe switch for easier real-time performance controls. The rear panel features an FX loop for external pedals and a switch for selecting between amp-level or line-level audio output. Two selectable operational modes allow you to set up your ME-90 for pedalboard-style use (Manual mode) or switch between entire patch setups (Memory mode) depending on your usage scenario. This pedal can run on a power adapter (not included) or the included four alkaline AA batteries.

Flexible Real-Time Control

The ME-90 features eight footswitches with smooth and quiet operation and an expression pedal with an integrated toe switch. Use Memory mode to call up complete patch setups with the footswitches, and then switch to Manual mode for direct on/off control of each effect category within the patch.

The footswitch LEDs light in different colors for quick identification in the heat of a performance. It s also possible to set all LEDs to light in a fixed color for each mode if desired.

High-Quality BOSS Effects

The ME-90 puts a massive library of BOSS effects at your command, offering seven different categories filled with selections derived from the flagship GT-1000. Everything you need is here, from overdrives and distortions to pitch/mod effects, delays, and high-quality reverbs.

You also get 11 dedicated Pedal FX, a looper, and specialized effects such as acoustic simulation and down tuning. There are 60 effect types in total, with access to over 20 more via BOSS Tone Studio. A send/return loop is available for external pedals, complete with the ability to save the on/off status in patches and place the loop before or after amp models in the signal chain.

Premium Amp Sounds with AIRD Technology

Along with its effects, the ME-90 includes amp models ported from the GT-1000, driven by advanced AIRD technology for authentic tube tone and touch response. Eleven onboard amp types offer everything from clean combo sounds to punishing high-gain stacks, and you can access more selections in BOSS Tone Studio. Each amp includes a dedicated cab sound for connecting to a PA or recording device, and you can load three of your favorite speaker IRs to personalize sounds to your taste.

Edit, Customize, and Expand

BOSS Tone Studio for macOS and Windows extends your creative range, allowing you to edit tones and change out some amp and effect types with alternate selections. In addition, you can save and organize patches for different gigs, download pro setups at BOSS Tone Central, and swap patches with the ME-90 community on BOSS Tone Exchange. The ME-90 also supports the optional Bluetooth Audio MIDI Dual Adaptor, enabling you to stream music from a mobile device and wirelessly shape tones using the dedicated BTS editor app for iOS and Android.

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Bluetooth Audio/MIDI Dual Adapter not included.

Light, Durable, and Ready to Travel

The ME-90 is lighter than its previous generation model while maintaining the rock-solid durability for which BOSS is famous. The expression pedal has been newly redesigned as well for even finer parameter control.

You can power the processor with four AA batteries or an optional AC adapter, and a rear-panel switch instantly optimizes the outputs for use with a guitar amp or full-range sound system such as a PA. Along with BOSS Tone Studio communication, the USB-C output allows you to use the ME-90 as a computer audio interface for your go-to music production software.