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BOSS Adds Three New PX-1 Model Passes

BOSS Adds Three New PX-1 Model Passes

Add more effects to the PX-1 with Model Pass purchases within the BOSS Effect Loader app. New effects can be loaded into the pedal's eight user locations, and many more will be available over time.



This update adds three timeless BOSS effects models: the PW-2 Power Driver, XT-2 Xtortion, and the CS-2 Compression Sustainer.

PW-2 Power Driver

The PW-2 delivers gritty, rough-grained distortion that works in many musical settings. Combine with a high-gain amp for a wall of sound, or use a lower-gain setup for refined crunch. Start with the Fat and Muscle controls at minimum, then raise them for the desired low and mid-frequency character.

Orange guitar effects pedal with knobs for level, fat, muscle, and drive settings.
Red guitar effects pedal with knobs for level, contour, punch, and distortion settings.

XT-2 Xtortion

The XT-2 is designed for bold distortion with maximum tone shaping. Even with the cleanest amps, it produces thick, solid gain with a commanding presence. Contour and Punch unlock a huge range of midrange control. Create massive tones with scooped mids for heavy riffs. Or boost focus and trim girth to slice through dense mixes.

CS-2 Compression Sustainer

While the CS-1 used an optical detector circuit, the next-generation CS-2 introduced a VCA for faster response. The compression is more versatile, enhanced by subtle distortion in the VCA circuitry that adds natural richness and character. Use the Attack knob to adjust the response to suit your personal touch and different music styles.

Blue BOSS CS-2 Compression Sustainer pedal with knobs for level, attack, and sustain.

TRY BEFORE YOU BUY

Before committing to a Model Pass, users can try out effects with demo versions that introduce a small audio gap every 30 seconds.