Boss

Est. 1973 Website ↗

About

Boss is the world's leading manufacturer of guitar effects pedals, producing durable, reliable stompboxes since 1976. A division of Roland Corporation, Boss pedals are used by millions of guitarists worldwide, from beginners to touring professionals.

History

Boss was founded as a division of Roland in 1973, releasing their first compact effects pedal — the CE-1 Chorus Ensemble — in 1976. The iconic compact pedal series launched in 1977 and the format became an industry standard. Boss pedals are renowned for their durability; the housings are die-cast zinc with road-worthy construction built to survive decades of touring.