Description
The BOSS XS-1 Poly Shifter is a compact pitch-shifting pedal designed for gigging guitarists and bassists who need quick access to alternate tunings or capo-style shifts on the fly. Whether you're trying to get a drop-tuned tone without switching guitars or want to explore pitch bends and harmonized leads without diving into complex settings, this pedal gets you there fast. It's built for players who want their pitch effects to feel musical, not artificial.
The XS-1 covers a wide range of shifts-up to three octaves in either direction-and thanks to its new polyphonic algorithm, it handles full chords and fast lines without glitching out or compromising tone. The Shift and Balance knobs let you quickly dial in the amount of pitch change and blend it with your dry signal. Whether you're detuning for a thicker rhythm sound or shifting up for capo-style voicings, the pedal stays transparent and musical. It also supports bass frequencies, so low-end players aren't left out.
With its rugged build, simple control layout, and flexible footswitch options-including expression pedal support-the XS-1 is well-suited for pedalboards of all sizes. You can toggle between up to three different tunings using an external footswitch, or bend pitch in real time with an expression pedal. We like this one because it delivers serious functionality without adding unnecessary complexity, and it just works.
Specifications:
- Bypass: Buffered bypass
- Controls: BALANCE knob, SHIFT knob, PEDAL MODE switch, SHIFT DIRECTION switch, Pedal switch
- Indicator: CHECK indicator (Used for check battery)
- Connectors: INPUT jack (1/4-inch), OUTPUT jack (1/4-inch), CTL/EXP jack (1/4-inch TRS), DC IN jack
- Power supply: AC adaptor or 9V alkaline battery
- Current draw: 120 mA
- Dimensions: 73 (W) x 129 (D) x 59 (H) mm
- Weight (including battery): 410 g
- Accessories: Safety leaflet, 9V alkaline battery
Sku: XS1
The XS-1 covers a wide range of shifts-up to three octaves in either direction-and thanks to its new polyphonic algorithm, it handles full chords and fast lines without glitching out or compromising tone. The Shift and Balance knobs let you quickly dial in the amount of pitch change and blend it with your dry signal. Whether you're detuning for a thicker rhythm sound or shifting up for capo-style voicings, the pedal stays transparent and musical. It also supports bass frequencies, so low-end players aren't left out.
With its rugged build, simple control layout, and flexible footswitch options-including expression pedal support-the XS-1 is well-suited for pedalboards of all sizes. You can toggle between up to three different tunings using an external footswitch, or bend pitch in real time with an expression pedal. We like this one because it delivers serious functionality without adding unnecessary complexity, and it just works.
Specifications:
- Bypass: Buffered bypass
- Controls: BALANCE knob, SHIFT knob, PEDAL MODE switch, SHIFT DIRECTION switch, Pedal switch
- Indicator: CHECK indicator (Used for check battery)
- Connectors: INPUT jack (1/4-inch), OUTPUT jack (1/4-inch), CTL/EXP jack (1/4-inch TRS), DC IN jack
- Power supply: AC adaptor or 9V alkaline battery
- Current draw: 120 mA
- Dimensions: 73 (W) x 129 (D) x 59 (H) mm
- Weight (including battery): 410 g
- Accessories: Safety leaflet, 9V alkaline battery
Sku: XS1
