Boss GX-1B

The BOSS GX-1B Bass Effects Processor is a compact multi-effects processor designed for electric bass, ideal for bassists seeking a complete solution for practice, recording, and live performance without carrying a large pedalboard. It features AIRD technology to deliver a dynamic and natural response, along with 16 bass amplifier types and over 130 BOSS effects, allowing you to create clean, saturated, modern, classic, or experimental sounds with great flexibility.

The color display, category controls, and Gear Suite function make sound creation easy without getting lost in complicated menus. It comes with 99 factory presets and 99 user memory slots to save custom settings for different styles or sets. Additionally, it includes an integrated expression pedal, three assignable switches, up to eight effects blocks simultaneously, Bluetooth connectivity for playing along with music, USB-C for recording, and compatibility with BOSS Tone Studio and BOSS Tone Exchange. A highly practical pedalboard for bassists who want great sound, portability, and control in a lightweight, easy-to-transport format.

• Easy-to-read color display
• Intuitive controls and Gear Suite function for quick, hassle-free sound creation
• 16 amplifier types and 130 BOSS effects
• Eight effects blocks simultaneously
• Compatible with speaker IRs in WAV format
• 99 ready-to-play presets and 99 additional user memory slots for custom sounds
• Bluetooth audio for playing along with music
• Dedicated BOSS Tone Studio app with practice features: AB repeat, tempo change, metronome, and rhythm patterns
• Powered via USB-C or AA batteries
• Compatible with wireless footswitches
• Controls: 1, 2, 3
• Buttons: Menu, Up/Down, Exit/Lock, Enter, Effects (FX1/Comp, PD/DS, AMP/CAB, FX2/EQ, FX3/Mod, Delay, Reverb, Edit, Pedal FX)
• LED indicators: Bank Up/Down, C1, effect buttons
• Display: LCD
• Footswitch: Bank Up/Down/Tuner, C1
• Input: 6.3 mm jack
• Outputs L&R: 2 x 6.3 mm jacks
• Headphone output: 3.5 mm stereo jack
• CTL 2,3 / EXP 2: 6.3 mm stereo jack
• USB-C
• Bluetooth audio and MIDI
• Power connection: 5.5 x 2.1 mm barrel plug, negative center pole
• Power consumption: 250 mA
• USB-C: 400 mA
• Powered by 9 V battery or 9 V DC power adapter, not included
• Operates with 9 V battery or 9 V DC power supply, not included
• Weight: 1200 g

Our Opinion

The BOSS GX-1B is a highly versatile option for bassists looking for a compact, portable pedalboard with sounds tailored specifically for bass. Its strength lies in combining AIRD technology, 16 bass amplifier types, and over 130 BOSS effects in a simple format, with an integrated expression pedal and flexible editing.

It works very well for practicing at home, recording, or preparing sounds for live performance without the need for a large pedalboard. Features like USB-C connectivity, Bluetooth for playing along with external music, looper, and user memories make it especially practical for bassists seeking versatility without the complexity or cost of more advanced equipment.