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Boss MD-2 User Manual

Boss MD-2
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Owners Manual
DCAC
AC & BATTERY
POWERED
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Boss MD-2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Effect TypeMega Distortion
Input1/4" phone jack
Output1/4" phone jack
BypassBuffered Bypass
Input Impedance1 M ohm
Output Impedance1 k ohm
ControlsLevel, Tone, Distortion
Power Supply9V DC or 9V battery
Dimensions73 mm (W) x 129 mm (D) x 59 mm (H)
Weight400 g (0.88 lbs) including battery

Summary

Features

Panel Description Controls

AC Adaptor Jack

Accepts AC adaptor connection for continuous power, eliminating battery concerns.

CHECK Indicator

Indicates effect status (ON/OFF) and battery level when effect is ON.

OUTPUT Jack

Connects the unit to an amplifier or another device for audio output.

INPUT Jack

Accepts instrument input signals and functions as the unit's power switch.

Pedal Switch

Activates or deactivates the effect by pressing the pedal.

Thumbscrew

Allows opening the pedal for battery replacement when loosened.

LEVEL Knob

Controls the overall volume level of the effect sound.

BOTTOM Knob

Adjusts low-end frequency boost, emphasizing lower frequencies when turned clockwise.

TONE Knob

Adjusts the tonal character, making sound milder (counterclockwise) or sharper (clockwise).

DIST (Distortion) Knob

Controls the amount of distortion, increasing effect clockwise and decreasing counterclockwise.

GAIN BOOST Knob

Adds additional distortion, increasing power and expansiveness as turned clockwise.

Connections and Operation

Power Management Notes

Details on unit power-on/off sequence and battery status indication.

Operating the Unit

Initial Knob Settings

Sets initial knob positions before turning the effect on.

Engaging the Effect

Depress the pedal switch to activate the effect; check CHECK indicator.

Adjusting Distortion Depth

Use DIST and GAIN BOOST knobs; turning both up increases noise.

Adjusting Tone

Fine-tune the sound's tonal character using the TONE knob.

Adjusting Low-End Boost

Modify the low-end emphasis using the BOTTOM knob.

Setting Output Level

Adjust LEVEL knob to match sound level when effect is on vs. off.

Changing the Battery

Battery Replacement Procedure

Step-by-step guide to replace the unit's battery, including polarity and spring handling.

Troubleshooting

Power Issues

Addresses problems with the unit not powering on or the CHECK indicator not lighting.

No Sound or Low Volume

Diagnoses issues related to connectivity, LEVEL knob setting, or amplifier volume.

Setting Samples

Specifications

Technical Specifications

Details on input/output levels, impedance, noise, controls, connectors, power supply, and current draw.

Dimensions and Accessories

Provides physical dimensions, weight, included accessories, and optional items.

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