Complicated but worthwhile? Boss GT1 review

[@MattDvc]

The best function of this unit is easy edit. You can virtually get any sound you need in just few turns of the knobs. Surprisingly no one seem to mention or demo this on KZbin.

[@nish_ttp]

That's a good point. I've not played around with it too much but have seen for example some boss blog articles that tell you easy mode settings to use for different characteristic sounds!

[@tracydeanmccallum]

I use mine for everything I record. Even vocals.

[@TheFasterxxx]

Could you explain it? How does its work?

[@MattDvc]

@@TheFasterxxx you select general style (clean, rock, metal etc) with one knob, effect (vibrato, flanger, chorus etc) with second knob, and echo/reverb with the third one. Based on your selection gt1 chooses most suitable amp simulation, effects, settings etc, so you don't have to spend long time playing with settings for each individual effect. Most of the time you'll get the sound you need or at least be very close to it.

[@ΜΠΛΕΠΟΥΛΕΡ]

got mine but the tuner is out of tune a little bit low, i cant adjust it tho coz its knob 1 & 3 is damage not functioning good, i will try to spray these knob with wd40

[@JM-eq3sx]

Thanks for pointing out the "wildly varying output levels" between patches. Line 6 does the same thing. You are paying for those presets, they aren't a gift. It all goes into the finished price. It's inexcusably shoddy production quality and an unfinished product. Factory presets are generally crap anyway, but they should at LEAST be normalized to a standard range, so that there is never more than 5 dB (or even less) between them.

[@nish_ttp]

Agreed! I was surprised that other reviews hadn't mentioned it

[@iancurrie8844]

I owned this briefly and couldn’t get my head around it. I picked up the ME-80 and am much happier with it.

[@JosePineda-jn8jk]

Good review, only mention I wanted to make was the pedal works really great in the four cable method and I also really enjoy plugging it directly into the FX return of my amp. When I run it directly into the effects return it gives you the ability to have wildly different amp sounds using the preamps on board the unit.

[@Kaelmara]

great review! Definitely had some frustration within the first hour of setting up a patch as a stompbox but getting past the learning curve was definitely worth it

[@Lowered_Gadh]

I hoped I got pass the learning curve

[@Alex-wt9nf]

Just got this and hope to be able to learn it

[@rtroiani]

Good video. I started with the GT1, have a few other things, now a GX100, but just bought a used GT1 because it sounds great, does a lot, but most importantly fits in the pocket of my gig bag. This will be my take to practice board and the GX for gigs. You probably should have mentioned Tone Studio since with the GT and now the GX or the Katana, I never touched the dials and did all the presets on the computer, save and go.

[@danowhere]

Late to the party here but just wanted to compliment on a job well done! Best GT1 video on YT! I saw in one of your comments that you no longer have the unit. May I ask why you decided to get rid of it?

[@nish_ttp]

Thanks so much! I think I was moving and had a clear out. But also I just enjoy buying and selling to test gear out! I think I would definitely return to buy it if I get back into electric guitar.

[@sansubr]

Thank you for this video! I'd like to add my thoughts here. Tone shaping is the journey of a life time. What I mean by that is it takes a lot of skill and effort to learn, understand and execute DSP in the way it sounds on each system - Tube Amp, Modeling Amp or MultiFX modelers like these. These are not cons really, that is how a system works even if it was done via pedals - it would be the same thing - time needs to be invested to get the right tone. For playing immediately, there are factory presets and Boss Tone Exchange to download and get started immediately.

[@nish_ttp]

Well put!

[@iancurrie8844]

I own this again (made a comment a year ago) and I've finally figured it out and gotten used to it. The problem for is that when changing guitars, I need to adjust the amp settings a little bit. The EQ, the gain. It's not easy to access at all. I know how now but it's far too many steps. There should be a button right there along with the "comp, OD, preamp" etc which allows you to quickly have the basic tone settings on the screen and adjustable by those three knobs. I love the sound of this thing and the power it has, but its accessibility is its Achilleas heel. It doesn't have to be this way. When they inevitably release the (GX-1?) AIRD version of this soon, I hope they address that. In the meantime, I've upgraded my ME-80 to the ME-90 and am very happy with it. The GT-1 is a novelty for when I have a lunch break in the office.

[@nish_ttp]

Thanks for sharing! It is rather complex, will keep an eye out for the new onr

[@LIKEFUNK]

Boss got the balance spot on with this device, they are my favoured unit for sculpting guitar tones to die for, they can be used straight out of the box for beginners to noodle about with and are more than capable of producing tones that scare the shite outa brand amp purists, they can be used in chimp-mode or if the user is brave and knows how to sculpt and output via them they are virtual tone sorcery and ought to be kept under very strict lock and key security...I'm never selling or availing my parameter tweaks no matter the offer.

[@audunskrindo5877]

It is actually rather complicated itself, but it is easy if you connect it to a computer and use Sound studio software. I really urge users to do so

[@alexandersilvar]

Very good.... one of the best explanation about this product on youtube. Thanks a lot.

[@audunskrindo5877]

I totally agree with both the pros and cons. Spot on!

[@Wooburnmusic]

To be honest, whatever you edit at home, will not sound the same onstage and the last thing that you need to have to sod around with on the fly.

[@mikebaker7964]

Nice detailed review, thank you very much for posting it :)

[@dennisloobman8013]

Nice review Nish, I'm using a Boss ME25 and I love the sounds it makes, but it’s built like a flippin TANK. At 30cm across it’s the same size as the GT1 but 'robust' is an understatement, the case is made of solid steel. What I'd like would be Boss quality sounds in a much lighter package. I know the GT1 is built out of plastic, but you didn't say how heavy is it?

[@nish_ttp]

It is quite light, maybe 1kg max. Not sure how much stomping the footswitches could take to be honest but it seemed pretty robust. Also a fan of the me series, had an me50 for a little while!

[@ShineDawg]

New sub here, I like your style of video. Bravo, very smart mate, all the best. Cheers from the US

[@ronengel4586]

If you use the Gt1 Tonestudio software the editing is quite easy and logical…go forth install the software in a laptop plug in the usb cable it’s that simple!

[@DEFBUF2]

este pedal es fabuloso, es muy bueno como toda la serie gt de Boss, claro que se puede usar en estudio como en vivo, no es complicado pero hay aprender como todo en la vida, no se vaya a creer que los guitarristas somos ineptos. recuerden que es el musico el que le da la gracia a la guitarra y pedal, si ud es malo entonces lo será con cualquier guitarra o pedal. En USA u otro pais de alto nivel económico se dan el lujo de estar cambiando instrumentos y pedales al gusto, pero en mi pais hemos aprendido a usar lo que se puede conseguir porque som muy caros aqui,y perfectamente se usa en estudio o en vivo, cualquier pedal se puede porque la necesidad lo exige, mejor seamos humildes y crezcamos en la guitarra, sus manos y astucia harán cosas maravillosas. saludos desde honduras.

[@nish_ttp]

Bien dicho! Claro que a veces damos por cuenta las cosas y no invertimos el tiempo suficientemente. Sin embargo a veces es impresionante/emocionante cuando una empresa puede diseñar algo muy intuitivo y potente a la vez! Gracias

[@edwardmakabling418]

Using this for 2 years now from my bed room to small gig together with headrush frfr 108.

[@HamerReviews]

Cool video - not something I know much about but seems highly customisable - cool but of kit!

[@nish_ttp]

Thanks Chris!

[@Unfunny_Username_389]

Good review - but would've preferred 2-3 minutes of your fave GT1 sounds at the end.

[@nish_ttp]

Thanks for the feedback will bear in mind for future pedal videos. Unfortunately I sold my gt1 a little while back!

[@Outdated08]

Hello. Does it support any kind of adapter from any other processors I used previously having 9V power

[@nish_ttp]

It isn't officially advised but you can use other 9V adapters, just make sure they have the required current (can't remember exactly but think it's 500ma)

[@IM_REDEEMED_777]

Thank you, you answerd all my questions!

[@nish_ttp]

Happy to help!

[@fenderben]

I thought you were gonna have one of those hard to understand accent person. And I was gonna just pass over this video. I am pleasantly impressed with your voice and accent. Good tour of the GT1. Thanks. 👍🏽👍🏽

[@nish_ttp]

Thanks! Let this be a lesson not to stereotype 😂

[@BedeLaplume]

It seems like the drive sounds are really convincing and I don't know why it couldn't be used professionally in a studio..

[@tracydeanmccallum]

I use it in my studio.

[@BedeLaplume]

​@@tracydeanmccallum Thanks, I am not surprised some studio use it. Because the drives, reverbs, delays and amp emulations sound as real as it gets...

[@beenay18]

Can boss gt1 be used as midi foot controller for pc apps like amplitube?

[@robertoguzman3052]

Editing your patches using your PC is much easier than through the pedal board itself.

[@nish_ttp]

It's true, but sometimes it's nice to be away from technology (apart from this pedal haha)

[@MrAllstar]

I noticed that same volume level issue between the default patches on my Zoom MultiFX, noodling along and then you switch patch and BOOM!!!

[@nish_ttp]

RIP headphone users 😂

[@MrAllstar]

@@nish_ttp holy smokes, yes I didn’t think about that, even just through the amp it’s really hectic, through headphones must be soo bad, damn!

[@literalghost929]

Nice review thanks!

[@ShineDawg]

Question for you. I have a ME-80 and love it. Would you get a GT-1? I found a used one for a good price...

[@nish_ttp]

Hmm that's a tough one, honestly I quite like the me series because you don't have to dive into menus to edit things. I'd only shoot for the gt1 if you want to save space or perhaps have even more control over signal chains (the me80 one is fixed in order if I recall) but both are solid options anwyay!

[@vg99]

The GT 1 has the best if Rolands COSM amp sounds and is the last processor that features COSM . The next generation of Roland Amp modellers feature AIRD as found in the GT 1000

[@tracydeanmccallum]

Yes, I have two of them that I purchased new. Worth every penny.

[@yaasooft]

Hey. Interesting review? How do you assign to the loop/tuner pedals individually? I can only do it to CT1 currently

[@nish_ttp]

Yeah if I recall only some functions can be mapped to the arrow buttons others while the ct1 is more flexible. Could be worth looking at the footswitches boss sell to get more options

[@philoshaughnessy906]

Great review. Can I suggest a clip-on mike for your vox?

[@nish_ttp]

I used to have one but couldn't get it to work with my phone! :( The quality at least is better on the big boy microphones

[@chrishyde1216]

Excellent summary. As you say, it's a question of trading the power and flexibility against faffing around with adjusting and twiddling with the menus. Tbh it's not fun to use and takes time setting up that I'd prefer to use playing. Can the ME80 also be used with powered speakers in the same way, eg via quarter inch cables. Isn't that an issue with the ME80?

[@nish_ttp]

Hmm I'm not sure about using the quarter inch cables with the ME80 but it for sure has a headphone out which I believe would work in any case

[@fedestrat2caster]

Great review!

[@johncarlo7395]

Excellent revue.

[@reltheartist-topic801]

It's great on effects ..just wish the looper was longer

[@nish_ttp]

Yep, unfortunately most fx pedals that include a looper always have a very short duration. no idea why!

[@reltheartist-topic801]

@@nish_ttp I have this pedal...it's good if you have a song that doesn't have that many changes. I perform with this alot. The effects is out of this world. Overtime my volume/wah pedal gave out from stomping down on it..to activate n wah. I learn the hard way dat its easy to break. I have trouble with volume all da time.

[@darryldoesit966]

I tried one of these out years ago when they hit the scene. It kept locking up as i was editing it. I took it back to guitar center and they couldnt figure out the problem so they gave me another one, BUT that one did the same thing. Finally i said just give me a refund. JUNK !

[@darryldoesit966]

the unit...@@LIKEFUNK

[@tbakry]

Excellent introduction

[@aallen7339]

Yes please make some tutorials for this pedal! Thank you.

[@nish_ttp]

Afraid i don't have it anymore , apologies!

[@donaldtze9878]

hello! Your content is amazing, I wonder if you will suggest me to buy boss gt1 or nux mg-400 as my first multi effect? I reckon that boss gt1 was released like 5 years ago and nux mg400 is quite new. I am not sure whose sound is better, or which one has more effects. It will be great if you can give me some advice on that. Thanks!

[@jaredmacabale7285]

Might as well add Zoom g3xn on your options. I already have gt1 but I heard zoom's good

[@nish_ttp]

I am not super familiar with the nux but just from glancing at the IO it looks a tad complicated. As Jared says the Zoom G3XN / G3N is a good option and I'm considering it as my next as you have each effects options available without needing to access menus!

[@champiorider]

Please make a video how to set up the tap tempo

[@markgregory8389]

question could I use a Roland EV5 expression pedal to control a cry baby [for example]. i usually sit when I play and like the unit close so an external expression pedal would work well for me on the floor. In the manual it only mentions Boss fs7 &6.

[@nish_ttp]

I'm afraid I'm not sure sorry!

[@arghyabakshi85]

If I add the extra foot switch with GT-1, we need extra a adopter or we can use it with the GT-1 adopter?

[@nish_ttp]

Shouldn't need an adapter if it's a quarter inch jack. Though I'm not sure of compatibility issues

[@vicenteviveros7]

great video! between BOSS GT1 and Nux Mg300 wich one is better option?? thanks!

[@nish_ttp]

Do you mean the mg30? The mg300 seems a little simpler compared to gt1 in terms of number of foot switches, while the mg30 looks quite good - though I'm not 100% familiar with it's capabilities

[@arnabchowdhury1119]

Boss Gt1 vs Boss GT100 which one is better for Profesonal stage programme please reply🙏

[@nish_ttp]

I think the GT100 will be more feature rich !

[@Stefan-]

I would get the newer GX-100 instead if you are considering the GT-100.

[@nish_ttp]

@@Stefan- Good point!

[@robertojuarez2741]

Should I get this or an audio interface? Looking at the Motu M2 👀

[@nish_ttp]

If you're gonna use an amp this might be better/more versatile. I don't have much experience with virtual amps and plugins but I imagine that they are decent though might cost some more money!

[@ChrisG9978]

If you want un-complicated and better sound, spend an extra $100 and get the Headrush MX5. I own both the Boss GT-1 and MX5, the MX5 is better in every way.

[@tracydeanmccallum]

I use it with my bass guitar, Classical Guitar and my upright electric bass Through my Hartke bass amp.

[@tracydeanmccallum]

The best part is that I can make videos using the sound of this device. The USB connection is the key.

[@markpurser3415]

Wow... bass guitar too. What do you use for bass in terms of patch sounds?

[@tracydeanmccallum]

@@markpurser3415 I just scroll through the sounds.. Makes easy to tune my upright electric bass.

[@tracydeanmccallum]

You can use headphones also

[@Artur-wm1xc]

What does this note mean =120 ?

[@johnmcminn9455]

difficult?! should I??? c'mon this is an easy one. no effects looping in pedals and weird toggles it has 10 buttons and 3 knobs, the HX stomp is hard to figure out, this thing is easy

[@nish_ttp]

Bear in mind some beginners may not have used pedals before! But yes as far as multi fx pedals go this one isn't toooo bad.

[@johnmcminn9455]

@@nish_ttp it reminds me of the old digitech stuff like the RP 10 but sounds a hell of a lot better .

[@atrothe]

Good review.

[@m45goblue19]

I was wondering how you get infinite sustain on this processor? I saw it on another video that you can do it but the guy was speaking Spanish and I couldn't understand him. Could someone please help me out??

[@nish_ttp]

I'm not sure but if you link the vid I can have a listen (I speak Spanish! 😅)

[@m45goblue19]

@@nish_ttp I just typed in "How do you get infinite sustain on my Boss gt 1. And then a bunch of videos came up and the one video I saw was"Dicas Boss GT-1-Feedback Sustain Infinito. It's 2:47 long and there's a young guy sitting down on a chair with his guitar speaking Spanish.

[@aregularperson2410]

A tutorial would be really appreciated!

[@GuitarNTabs]

If you're looking for tutorials and demos, feel free to check out my KZbin Channel - kzbin.info You'll find patch samples, tutorials and demos of the Boss GT-1. Feel free to get in touch, if you have any question, etc. Have a great day.

[@nish_ttp]

I'm afraid I don't have it anymore 😢

[@mohammadebhami8120]

Hey Man , i have replaced the battery but after then the boss GT1 not turn on anymore with adapter and with battery its alarm low battery then its turn off . what should i do ?

[@nish_ttp]

Not a clue, might be an electrical fault in which case best to take it back where you bought it or contact boss. I would also try with a different power adapter to make sure the adapter is not the issue

[@tomaskey6844]

Try a factory reset?

[@mohammadebhami8120]

@@tomaskey6844 In that case I will lose effekts , I prefer to use with batteries.

[@thelolguy007]

So there’s no xlr out to go to the PA/Mixer desk?

[@nish_ttp]

Nope but there is quarter inch output or 3.5mm output. Not sure if either of those work with some kind of converter.

[@MegaTechelp]

Could you compare with RC 500? Like a beginners (electric guitar and if you can remove and increase loops and about vocals?

[@nish_ttp]

I've got a review of the rc500 on my channel

[@nish_ttp]

I think it is a good combination, you put the gt1 before the looper and can use the effects on the guitar

[@bill4510]

How long do the batteries last? 7 hrs really ? Anyone use this with batteries

[@tracydeanmccallum]

I have two sets of rechargeable batteries.

[@jaredmacabale7285]

I daisy chain it. Batteries are just gimmicks to pressure you into buying boss adapter

[@stivanstoychev1026]

do it have a noise gate

[@sumanbagdi1345]

Is nux mg30 is better then boss gt1 ?please reply 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@Lunapisada]

See for yourself at the beginning of this video. For me GT1 is better. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Zn-YdZamhqtoarM

[@nish_ttp]

To me the GT1 looks a bit more flexible in terms of the "stompbox" mode I mention in this video. But I haven't personally used the nuxmg30!

[@Herman138]

I had hx stomp,next one was nux mg 30,finally im happy with line 6 x3 live,x3,and boss GT 100!!

[@cuttingedgehelis5735]

Does anyone know how to make your own list if settings?I can't figure it out

[@jreagle58]

It's only complicated if you don't read the instructions or watch a tutorial.

[@nish_ttp]

That's true, but sometimes it is nice for things to be more intuitive :)

[@janetsorensen3998]

I'm VERY new at this...just purchased one and it IS complicated. The instruction manual isn't much to go on and other tutorials are well over my head. I'm trying to learn all I can before I even plug it in. "Nish to the Point's" video "dumbs it down" the best for me and others who aren't as accomplished as you apparently are. We all have to (and had to) learn sometime.🙂

[@jreagle58]

@@janetsorensen3998 I'm by no means accomplished. I bought the Boss GT-1 because it is the least complicated of all the multi-effects pedals and I feel has the most tutorials. I went straight to video tutorials here. Have some patience. Ask yourself what is your first goal with this pedal. First thing I did was just scroll through the presets and played around with them. That's done by merely stepping on the left and middle buttons. Middle to scroll up, left down. Push both of those at once to get tuner, press both again to get out of tuner. If you haven't already done so load the software for editing, loading presets from Boss website and creating your own presets. Sounds like you just want to get started. There are some very good tutorials. Just decide what you want to do and perform a search for that particular task. Hope this helps.

[@jreagle58]

@@janetsorensen3998 additionally the BOSSchannel channel and The Studio Rats channel are very good places to start. I haven't had the time to take a deep dive into this pedal but again, be patient sit down a your guitar, pedal and a media device/computer in hand and just slowly follow exactly what they do in the video. You'll surprise yourself I guarantee to you!

[@jreagle58]

@@janetsorensen3998 btw, Janet I just re-read your comment that "I'm trying to learn as much as I before plugging it in". Dear that's like learning as much as you can about playing guitar before you pick one up. Don't be afraid. You can't mess it up

[@user-ls5ly4bl4p]

ممكن عرف الشاحنه كم فولت

[@mikea3273]

Complicated??

[@zarahnator7764]

not a single demo -_- ....

[@nish_ttp]

Sorry :s

[@Brainiac2208]

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[@JoshuaStormmusic]

The sound on this one is too tiny and overly mid-rangey. I advise anyone reading this not to buy it. Try the Nux MG30 or Amperton. Same price range. You'll thank me later

[@arandomanimefan8567]

I do own a nux mg 30. Seems like the shop owner didn't lie to me. It's really so worthwhile at least for me

[@JoshuaStormmusic]

@@arandomanimefan8567 Yes. You definitely made a good choice.

[@vinny943]

don’t listen to this guy the gt-1 is a very good piece of gear

[@JoshuaStormmusic]

@@vinny943 you're absolutely right

[@zekariasgetahun4946]

You are rushing

[@nish_ttp]

Or am I dragging?

[@andreicraiesti]

..... you need to wash...your foots....!

[@altonreeves1854]

you do know you can adjust levels....................................

[@RBTRYK]

I hate it. Total pain in the ass.

[@nish_ttp]

It's definitely not for everyone! My next board will be a traditional one I think