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Boss AD-5 User Manual

Boss AD-5
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Owner's Manual
01230389 '02-3-B2-32N
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Boss AD-5 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBoss
ModelAD-5
CategoryComputer Hardware
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Using the Unit Safely

Introduction

Main Features

Overview of the AD-5's key capabilities and technologies.

New "Acoustic" Function

Describes enhanced sound processing for acoustic guitars.

Handles Both Piezo and Magnetic Pickups

Explains support for mixing piezo and magnetic pickup inputs.

High-Performance Preamplifier

Details the four-band equalizer for tone adjustment.

Chorus and Reverb Customized Exclusively for Acoustic Guitar

Highlights stereo chorus and optimized reverb for acoustic sounds.

Anti-Feedback

Mentions the function to virtually eliminate howling.

Balanced Output

Notes the capability for direct connection to PA systems.

Insert Jack Offers Greater Sound Creation Possibilities

Describes the insert jack for external effects integration.

Important Notes

Power Supply

Instructions regarding power source and potential noise issues.

Placement

Guidance on ideal locations and avoiding interference.

Maintenance

Procedures for cleaning and preserving the unit.

Additional Precautions

Advice on handling, cable management, and volume.

Panel Descriptions

Before Performing with the AD-5

Connections

Details on connecting the guitar, amp, and power.

Turning on the Power

Correct sequence for powering on connected equipment.

Adjusting the Input Level

Guide to setting input levels for optimal guitar signal.

Names of Things / What They Do

INPUT LEVEL

Explanation of the overall input volume control.

PREAMP

Details on the four-band equalizer controls (Level, Bass, Mid, Treble, Presence).

PIEZO

Adjustment for the piezo pickup volume.

MAGNETIC

Adjustment for the magnetic pickup volume.

(Phase Switch)

Explains the phase switch for magnetic inputs.

ANTI-FEEDBACK

How to use the anti-feedback control to prevent howling.

ACOUSTIC

Details on simulating acoustic guitar body and mic distance.

2x2 CHORUS

Describes the stereo chorus effect for acoustic guitars.

REVERB

Explains the reverb effect tailored for acoustic sounds.

Other Functions

EFFECTS BYPASS

How to bypass all effects for a direct signal.

INSERT FUNCTION

Using the insert jack for external effects.

REMOTE

Connecting footswitches for effect control.

Troubleshooting

Block Diagram

Setting Samples

Specifications

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