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Boss ME-33 User Manual

Boss ME-33
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UBOSS
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GUITAR
MULTIPLE
EFFECTS
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Owner’s
Manual
Thank
you,
and
congratulations
on
your
choice
of
the
BOSS
ME-33
Guitar
Multiple
Effects.
Before
using
this
unit,
carefully
read
the
sections
s
entitled:
*
USING
THE
UNIT
SAFELY
(page
2-3)
:
¢
IMPORTANT
NOTES
(page
8)
These
sections
provide.
important
information
concerning
the
proper
operation
of
the
unit.
oe
Additionally,
in
order
to
feel
assured
that
you
have
gained
a
good
grasp
of
every
feature
provided
by
your
new
unit,
Owner's
manual
should
be
read
in
its
entirety.
The
manual
should
be
saved
and
kept
on
hand
as
a
convenient
reference.
Copyright
©
2000
BOSS
CORPORATION
All
rights
reserved.
No
part
of
this
publication
may
be
reproduced
in
any
form
without
the
written
permission
of
BOSS
CORPORATION.

Table of Contents

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Boss ME-33 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Sampling Frequency44.1 kHz
AD Conversion24-bit
DA Conversion24-bit
Expression PedalBuilt-in
Display7-segment LED
Power SupplyDC 9V (AC Adaptor)
Weight1.8 kg
TypeGuitar Multi-Effects Processor
Inputs1 x 1/4" (guitar), 1 x 1/4" (aux in)
Outputs1/4" output (L/Mono, R), 1/4" headphones
MIDIIn, Out
EffectsCompressor, Overdrive/Distortion, EQ, Delay, Chorus, Flanger, Phaser, Tremolo, Rotary, Uni-V, Pan, Pitch Shifter, Harmonist, Reverb, Noise Suppressor, Talk Box, Wah

Summary

Using the Unit Safely

Understanding Safety Notices

Explains the meaning of WARNING and CAUTION notices and common symbols used for safety instructions.

Essential Safety Precautions

Provides crucial safety guidelines for operating the unit, covering power, environment, and handling.

Additional Safety Guidelines

Offers further safety advice related to children, power cord use, and environmental considerations.

Main Features Overview

Intuitive Controls and Display

Highlights the user-friendly interface with six knobs and a large LCD for parameter control.

Quick Edit Functionality

Details the Quick Edit feature for real-time adjustment of key tone parameters.

Portability and Power Options

Covers battery-powered operation for portability and the option to use an AC adaptor.

Expression Pedal Capabilities

Explains the expression pedal's role in controlling volume, wah, and pitch bend effects.

EZ Tones for Quick Sound Selection

Introduces EZ Tones, pre-programmed settings for easy sound creation.

COSM Modeling Technology

Describes Roland's COSM technology for realistic sound modeling.

Simultaneous Effect Usage

Explains the ability to use guitar amp simulation and distortion effects concurrently.

Phrase Trainer for Practice

Introduces the Phrase Trainer for practicing recorded musical phrases.

Names of ME-33 Components

Control Panel Identification

Labels and identifies the various knobs, pedals, and displays on the unit's control panel.

Rear Panel Connectivity

Details the input/output jacks, headphone jack, and AC adaptor connection.

LCD Display and Button Functions

Explains the LCD screen's display areas and the functions of the unit's buttons.

Important Notes for Operation

Power Supply and Battery Usage

Guidance on using batteries and AC adaptors, including battery life and recommendations.

Unit Placement and Environment

Advice on positioning the unit to avoid interference and extreme temperatures.

Maintenance and Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the unit to prevent damage and maintain its appearance.

Additional Operational Precautions

Covers memory care, handling controls, and cable management for safe operation.

Copyright and Usage Restrictions

Information regarding copyright laws and prohibitions on unauthorized use.

How to Make Connections

Connecting Audio Devices

Illustrates how to connect guitars, amplifiers, headphones, and recording equipment.

Powering On the Unit

Details the correct sequence for powering on the ME-33 and connected devices.

Setting Output for Connected Devices

Explains how to select the correct output setting (LINE/G.AMP) for optimal sound.

Troubleshooting: No Sound or Low Volume

Provides steps to diagnose and resolve issues related to sound output problems.

Outputting Sounds in Play Mode

Understanding Patches

Defines a patch as a collection of effect settings and parameters for a specific tone.

Switching Between Patches

Explains how to navigate and select patches using pedals and buttons.

Selecting Patches by Number

Details how to select specific patches within the current bank and group.

Navigating Through Banks

Describes how to switch between different banks of patches.

Switching Between Patch Groups

Explains how to switch between PRESET, USER 1, and USER 2 patch groups.

Troubleshooting: Patch Selection Issues

Lists common reasons why patches may not change and how to resolve them.

Changing Tones with Quick Edit

Quick Edit Controls Overview

Details the function of the six Quick Edit knobs for real-time parameter adjustments.

Parameter Adjustment Guide

Explains how each Quick Edit knob (Gain, Tone, Modulation, etc.) affects the sound.

Creating Sounds with EZ Tones

Introduction to EZ Tones

Explains EZ Tones as pre-programmed sample settings for quick sound creation.

Selecting Sound Categories and Variations

Guides on choosing sound genres and variations using the EZ TONE function.

Storing Custom Tones: The Write Procedure

Saving Edited Patches

Details the Write procedure for saving custom tones to User patches.

Adding Effects to Your Sound

Understanding Effect Parameters

Defines parameters as sound-shaping elements that vary by effect type.

Guitar Simulator (GTR SIM) Effect

Explains the GTR SIM effect for altering guitar characteristics with COSM.

FX1 and FX2 Effect Options

Lists the effects available for selection in the FX1 and FX2 processing blocks.

Compressor (COMP) Effect Details

Details the Compressor effect, its parameters, and function for sustain and volume.

Overdrive/Distortion (OD/DS) Effects

Explains OD/DS effects, their types, and parameters for distortion and tone shaping.

Wah (WAH) Effects Guide

Describes Auto-Wah and T-Wah effects and their parameters for filter frequency control.

Phaser (PHASER) Effect

Details the Phaser effect, its parameters for rotation speed, depth, and resonance.

Equalizer (EQ) Effect

Explains the EQ effect for adjusting treble, middle, and bass frequencies.

Humanizer (HUMANIZER) Effect

Describes the Humanizer effect for creating voice-like guitar sounds.

Guitar Amp Simulator (GTR AMP)

Explains the GTR AMP effect for simulating various guitar amplifiers.

Modulation (MOD) Effects

Lists Chorus, Flanger, Tremolo/Pan, Pitch Shifter, Harmonist, and Auto Riff.

Chorus (CHORUS) Effect

Details the Chorus effect for adding breadth and fullness to the sound.

Flanger (FLANGER) Effect

Explains the Flanger effect for adding a sweeping characteristic to sounds.

Tremolo/Pan (TREMOLO/PAN) Effect

Describes Tremolo and Pan effects for volume variation and stereo panning.

Pitch Shifter (P.SHIFTER) Effect

Details the Pitch Shifter effect for altering guitar pitch.

Harmonist (HARMONIST) Effect

Explains the Harmonist effect for creating harmonies based on pitch and key.

Auto Riff (AUTO RIFF) Effect

Describes the Auto Riff effect for automatically generating guitar phrases.

Delay (DELAY) Effect

Details the Delay effect for creating echoes with various types and parameters.

Reverb (REVERB) Effect

Explains the Reverb effect for adding ambience with different room types and parameters.

Noise Suppressor (NS)

Details the Noise Suppressor effect and its threshold parameter for reducing hum.

Master Section Settings

Covers master level adjustment and sensitivity settings relevant to other effects.

Using the Expression Pedal

Expression Pedal Control Basics

Explains how the expression pedal is used to control various effects and its on/off switching.

Volume Pedal (VOL) Operation

Details how to use the expression pedal as a volume pedal for level adjustments.

Wah Pedal Functionality

Describes the wah effect created by the expression pedal and its placement options.

Ring Modulator (RING) Functionality

Explains the Ring Modulator effect controlled via the expression pedal.

Pitch Bend (PITCH BEND) Functionality

Details the Pitch Bend effect controlled by the expression pedal and its variations.

Changing Settings for Ease of Use

Copying Patches Between User Locations

Guides on copying preset or user patches to a different user patch location.

Reordering User Patches

Explains how to exchange and reorder existing user patches.

Detailed Tone Editing (Edit Mode)

Describes how to precisely edit patch parameters and effect settings.

Editing Controls and Parameter Adjustment

Details selecting effects for editing, changing on/off status, and adjusting parameter values.

Adjusting Master Level

Explains how to set the overall volume level for a selected patch.

Troubleshooting Sound Issues in Edit Mode

Provides solutions for no sound or low volume problems encountered during editing.

Managing Edits and Naming Patches

Covers cancelling edits, restoring tones, assigning expression pedal effects, and naming patches.

Convenient Functions of the ME-33

Manual Mode for Effect Control

Explains Manual mode, allowing pedals to turn individual effects on/off like stompboxes.

Bypass Mode for No Effects

Describes Bypass mode, which outputs the raw guitar signal without applying effects.

Guitar Tuning with Tuner Mode

Details how to use the built-in chromatic auto-tuner, including reference pitch adjustment.

Practicing with External Audio Sources

Explains connecting external audio devices via the AUX IN jack for practice.

Phrase Trainer for Difficult Phrases

Guides on using the Phrase Trainer to record, loop, and slow down musical phrases.

Adjusting Playback Speed and Pitch

Explains how to modify playback speed and how pitch is affected by speed changes.

Supplementary Data and Maintenance

About Changing Batteries

Provides instructions and recommendations for replacing the unit's batteries.

Factory Reset Procedure

Details the steps to restore all settings to their original factory defaults.

Expression Pedal Readjustment

Guides on recalibrating the expression pedal for optimal performance.

Troubleshooting: Sound and Patch Issues

Covers common issues like no sound, low volume, and patch change failures.

Technical Specifications

ME-33 Guitar Multiple Effects Specs

Lists technical details including conversion, sampling, patches, effects, dimensions, and power.

Factory Settings Reference

Factory Patch Settings Table

A comprehensive table detailing the parameters for all factory and user patches.

Factory Patch Settings Continuation

Continues the detailed table of factory and user patch settings.

Blank Chart for Patch Settings

Patch Settings Recording Chart

A blank chart provided for users to document their custom patch configurations.

Blank Patch Settings Chart Continuation

Continues the blank chart for recording user-defined patch settings.

Factory Patch List

User 1 (Preset) Patch Names

Lists the names of all preset patches available in the User 1 group.

User 2 Patch Names

Lists the names of all user-created patches available in the User 2 group.

Regulatory Compliance Information

FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement

Federal Communications Commission statement on radio frequency interference compliance.

European Directive 89/336/EEC Compliance

Statement regarding compliance with European Directive 89/336/EEC for electromagnetic compatibility.

Canadian Interference Regulations Notice

Notice concerning compliance with Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

Product Identification

Model and Serial Number Information

Displays the product model number (ME-33) and associated serial number (SE000160).

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