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Boss Gigcaster 5 User Manual

Boss Gigcaster 5
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Boss Gigcaster 5 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Channels5
Sampling Rate48kHz
Bit Depth24-bit
Internal StorageNo
Inputs - Mic Preamps4 x XLR/TRS Combo
Phantom PowerYes
USBYes
Computer ConnectivityUSB
USB Audio InterfaceYes
Built-in EffectsYes, Reverb, Compressor, Noise Suppressor, De-Esser, Enhancer, Voice FX, Sound Pads
Outputs - Main2

Summary

CHANNEL

CHANNEL1, 2 (CH1, 2)

Configures settings for channels 1 and 2.

INPUT

Sets the input source and gain for channels.

EQ

Adjusts the equalization for channels.

EFFECTS

Configures and selects effects for channels.

GENERAL

Configures general settings for the channel.

SOUND PAD

EFFECTS

Configures dedicated effects for the sound pad.

GENERAL

Configures general settings for the sound pad.

PAD (EFFECTS PAD)

FUNCTION List (EFFECTS PAD)

Lists functions assignable to pads.

FUNCTION A

Lists functions assignable to pads for FUNCTION A.

FUNCTION B-D

Lists functions assignable to pads for FUNCTION B-D.

FOOT SW

CTL/EXP

Configuration for CTL/EXP footswitch or expression pedal.

CTL1, 2

Defines functions for CTL1 and CTL2 footswitches.

FUNCTION List (CTL1, 2)

Lists functions assignable to CTL1 and CTL2.

FUNCTION A

Lists functions assignable to footswitches for FUNCTION A.

FUNCTION B-D

Lists functions assignable to footswitches for FUNCTION B-D.

EXP

Configuration for expression pedals.

FUNCTION List (EXP)

Lists functions assignable to expression pedals.

FUNCTION B-D

Lists functions assignable to expression pedals for FUNCTION B-D.

GA-FC

Configuration for the GA-FC controller.

PEDAL1-6

Defines functions for GA-FC pedals 1-6.

FUNCTION List (PEDAL1-6)

Lists functions assignable to GA-FC pedals.

FUNCTION A

Lists functions assignable to GA-FC pedals for FUNCTION A.

FUNCTION B-D

Lists functions assignable to GA-FC pedals for FUNCTION B-D.

EXP1, 2

Details specific settings for EXP1 and EXP2 pedals.

FUNCTION List (EXP1, 2)

Lists functions assignable to EXP1 and EXP2.

GENERAL

General settings for foot switch connections.

FOOT SW: GA-FC

Specifies PAD LINK settings for GA-FC.

OUTPUT

MAIN OUT

Configures the main audio output.

EQ

Adjusts the equalization for the main output.

PHONES (PHONES1, 2)

Configures settings for headphone outputs.

USB MAIN, USB MONITOR

Configures USB main and monitor outputs.

USB AUX IN

Sets the signal input level for USB auxiliary input.

TALKBACK

Configures talkback function settings.

EFFECTS

Configures COMP, REVERB, and GENERAL effects.

GENERAL

Manages system version, date, backup, and reset.

SETUP

DISPLAY

Adjusts display brightness and settings.

USB

Configures USB audio operating modes.

GENERAL

Manages system version, date, backup, and reset.

Effect Parameters

DISTORTION

Adds distortion to the sound for long sustain.

DISTORTION TYPE

Selects the type of distortion effect.

PREAMP (AMP)

Simulates guitar amplifier circuits and sound.

SP TYPE

Selects the simulated speaker cabinet.

MIC TYPE

Selects the simulated microphone type.

NOISE SUPPRESSOR (NS)

Reduces unwanted noise and hum.

EQ

Adjusts the tone and frequency response.

PEDAL FX (PDL)

Controls wah or pitch bend effects via expression pedal.

PEDAL BEND

Provides pitch bend effect using the pedal.

PEDAL WAH

Applies a wah effect using the pedal.

FX1-3

Selects effects for FX1, FX2, and FX3 slots.

AC GUITAR SIM

Simulates the tonal character of an acoustic guitar.

AC RESONANCE

Enhances acoustic guitar sound quality.

AUTO WAH

Creates an automatic wah effect via filtering.

CHORUS

Adds detuned sound for depth and breadth.

CHORUS BASS

Applies chorus effect specifically for bass.

CLASSIC-VIBE

Creates a unique undulation effect.

COMPRESSOR

Produces long sustain by evening out input volume.

DEFRETTER

Simulates a fretless guitar sound.

DEFRETTER BASS

Simulates a fretless bass sound.

FEEDBACKER

Generates feedback performance sounds.

FLANGER/FLANGER BASS

Creates a twisting, jet-airplane-like flanging sound.

HARMONIST

Adds harmony to voice based on diatonic scales.

HUMANIZER

Creates human vowel-like sounds.

OCTAVE

Adds one or two octaves to the sound.

OCTAVE BASS

Applies octave effect to bass guitar.

OVERTONE

Adds resonance and richness with pitch-shifted harmonics.

PAN

Moves the stereo position of the sound.

PHASER

Creates a whooshing, swirling sound character.

PITCH SHIFTER

Changes the pitch of the original sound up or down.

RING MOD

Creates a metallic, out-of-focus sound.

ROTARY

Simulates a rotary speaker sound.

SLICER

Interrupts sound to create rhythm backing phrases.

SLOW GEAR/SLOW GEAR BASS

Produces a volume-swell effect.

S-BEND

Applies intense pitch bending.

TOUCH WAH

Creates a wah effect responding to guitar level.

TOUCH WAH BASS

Creates wah effect responding to bass level.

TREMOLO

Creates cyclic changes in volume.

VIBRATO

Creates vibrato by modulating pitch.

DELAY

Adds delayed sound for body or special effects.

Settings common to all types

Common parameters applicable to all delay types.

DUAL-S, DUAL-P, DUAL-L/R

Details different dual delay configurations.

SPACE ECHO

Models Roland RE-201 tape echo sound.

TAPE ECHO PX

Models Maestro Echoplex tape echo sound.

BIN DRUM ECHO

Models Binson Echorec2 sound.

DELAY/REVERB (DLY/REV)

Allows selection between delay or reverb effects.

REVERB

Adds reverberation to the sound.

MASTER (MST)

Applies settings to the overall effect patch.

CTL1-4 FUNCTION

Defines functions for CTL1-4 footswitch/GA-FC.

EXP1, 2 FUNCTION

Defines functions for expression pedals EXP1, 2.

EFFECTS CATEGORY: SING

Details effects for vocal processing.

ENHANCE (EH)

Sharpens sound and controls volume/sibilance.

NOISE SUPPRESSOR (NS)

Reduces noise in the sound.

PITCH CORRECT (PCR)

Corrects pitch instabilities and creates mechanical effects.

HARMONY (HRM)

Adds natural harmony to vocals.

FX1-3

Selects effects for FX1, FX2, and FX3 slots.

DIST

Produces a distorted voice.

RADIO

Produces a radio voice.

LO-FI

Degrades sound for distinctive character.

FILTER

Modifies sound brightness by cutting frequencies.

T.WAH

Creates wah effect responding to guitar level.

RING MOD

Creates metallic, out-of-focus sound.

ROTARY

Simulates a rotary speaker sound.

SLICER

Interrupts sound to create rhythm backing phrases.

SLOW GEAR/SLOW GEAR BASS

Produces a volume-swell effect.

S-BEND

Applies intense pitch bending.

TOUCH WAH

Creates a wah effect responding to guitar level.

TOUCH WAH BASS

Creates wah effect responding to bass level.

TREMOLO

Creates cyclic changes in volume.

VIBRATO

Creates vibrato by modulating pitch.

FREEZE

Holds sounds for creative effects.

GRANULAR

Repeats sound portions for buzzy character.

Settings common to all types

Common parameters applicable to all delay types.

DUAL-S, DUAL-P, DUAL-L/R

Details different dual delay configurations.

SPACE ECHO

Models Roland RE-201 tape echo sound.

TAPE ECHO PX

Models Maestro Echoplex tape echo sound.

BIN DRUM ECHO

Models Binson Echorec2 sound.

DELAY/REVERB (DLY/REV)

Allows selection between delay or reverb effects.

REVERB

Adds reverberation to the sound.

MASTER (MST)

Applies settings to the overall effect patch.

CTL1-4 FUNCTION

Defines functions for CTL1-4 footswitch/GA-FC.

EXP1, 2 FUNCTION

Defines functions for expression pedals EXP1, 2.

EFFECTS CATEGORY: SING

Details effects for vocal processing.

ENHANCE (EH)

Sharpens sound and controls volume/sibilance.

NOISE SUPPRESSOR (NS)

Reduces noise in the sound.

PITCH CORRECT (PCR)

Corrects pitch instabilities and creates mechanical effects.

HARMONY (HRM)

Adds natural harmony to vocals.

FX1-3

Selects effects for FX1, FX2, and FX3 slots.

DIST

Produces a distorted voice.

RADIO

Produces a radio voice.

LO-FI

Degrades sound for distinctive character.

FILTER

Modifies sound brightness by cutting frequencies.

T.WAH

Creates wah effect responding to guitar level.

RING MOD

Creates metallic, out-of-focus sound.

CHORUS

Adds detuned sound for depth and breadth.

FLANGER

Creates a twisting, jet-airplane-like flanging sound.

TREMOLO

Creates cyclic changes in volume.

PHASER

Creates a whooshing, swirling sound character.

SLICER

Interrupts sound to create rhythm backing phrases.

ISOLATOR

Divides audio into ranges and cuts specified region.

VIBRATO

Creates vibrato by modulating pitch.

FREEZE

Holds sounds for creative effects.

GRANULAR

Repeats sound portions for buzzy character.

Settings common to all types

Common parameters applicable to all delay types.

DUAL-S, DUAL-P, DUAL-L/R

Details different dual delay configurations.

SPACE ECHO

Models Roland RE-201 tape echo sound.

TAPE ECHO PX

Models Maestro Echoplex tape echo sound.

BIN DRUM ECHO

Models Binson Echorec2 sound.

DELAY/REVERB (DLY/REV)

Allows selection between delay or reverb effects.

REVERB

Adds reverberation to the sound.

MASTER (MST)

Applies settings to the overall effect patch.

CTL1-4 FUNCTION

Defines functions for CTL1-4 footswitch/GA-FC.

EXP1, 2 FUNCTION

Defines functions for expression pedals EXP1, 2.

EFFECTS CATEGORY: SING

Details effects for vocal processing.

ENHANCE (EH)

Sharpens sound and controls volume/sibilance.

NOISE SUPPRESSOR (NS)

Reduces noise in the sound.

PITCH CORRECT (PCR)

Corrects pitch instabilities and creates mechanical effects.

HARMONY (HRM)

Adds natural harmony to vocals.

FX1-3

Selects effects for FX1, FX2, and FX3 slots.

DIST

Produces a distorted voice.

RADIO

Produces a radio voice.

LO-FI

Degrades sound for distinctive character.

FILTER

Modifies sound brightness by cutting frequencies.

T.WAH

Creates wah effect responding to guitar level.

RING MOD

Creates metallic, out-of-focus sound.

CHORUS

Adds detuned sound for depth and breadth.

FLANGER

Creates a twisting, jet-airplane-like flanging sound.

TREMOLO

Creates cyclic changes in volume.

PHASER

Creates a whooshing, swirling sound character.

SLICER

Interrupts sound to create rhythm backing phrases.

ISOLATOR

Divides audio into ranges and cuts specified region.

VIBRATO

Creates vibrato by modulating pitch.

FREEZE

Holds sounds for creative effects.

GRANULAR

Repeats sound portions for buzzy character.

Settings common to all types

Common parameters applicable to all delay types.

DUAL-S, DUAL-P, DUAL-L/R

Details different dual delay configurations.

SPACE ECHO

Models Roland RE-201 tape echo sound.

TAPE ECHO PX

Models Maestro Echoplex tape echo sound.

BIN DRUM ECHO

Models Binson Echorec2 sound.

DELAY/REVERB (DLY/REV)

Allows selection between delay or reverb effects.

REVERB

Adds reverberation to the sound.

MASTER (MST)

Applies settings to the overall effect patch.

CTL1-4 FUNCTION

Defines functions for CTL1-4 footswitch/GA-FC.

EXP1, 2 FUNCTION

Defines functions for expression pedals EXP1, 2.

EFFECTS CATEGORY: TALK

Details effects for talk and conversation.

EQ

Adjusts the tone and frequency response.

FX1,2

Selects effects for FX1 and FX2 slots.

EFFECTS CATEGORY: CONSOLE

Details effects for console operations.

COMPRESSOR (COMP)

Produces long sustain by evening out volume.

GCS-5 Audio Routing

Diagram illustrating the GCS-5's audio signal flow.

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