BOSS XS-100: Eight Octaves of Creative Mayhem

PG contributor Tom Butwin explores the new BOSS XS‑100 Poly Shifter—an 8-octave powerhouse that lets guitarists and bassists go from subtle drop-tuning to full-on pitch chaos with expression pedal and MIDI control. From transforming a standard guitar into a baritone to turning a 4-string bass into a five-string monster, this pedal offers both inspiring sounds and real gig-day utility. Boss XS-100 Poly Shifter Pitch-shift Pedal

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XS-1 Poly Shifter Pedal