Boss MS-3 Application Guide

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MS-3 Example Settings (Functions)
Using an Externally Connected Expression Pedal to Control WAH
1. Press the [EDIT] button. In the eect chain screen, use the [1] knob to select “FX1,” use the [3] knob to set TYPE to
“WAH,” and press the [ON/OFF] button to turn FX1:WAH “ON.”
2. In the eect chain screen, choose “CTL” with the [1] knob, and press the [ENTER] button.
3. Choose “EXP1” with the [1]–[3] knobs, and press the [ENTER] button.
4. Use the [1] knob to set FUNC to “F1:WH/PB” or “F1:W/P/F.”
* For more about “F1:WH/PB” and “F1:W/P/F,” refer to “Parameter Guide” (PDF).
5. Press the [EXIT] button and [ENTER] button simultaneously, then execute the Write operation.
* If you switch patches without performing the Write operation, your edits are discarded.
MEMO
5 By using an additional ASSIGN, you can control multiple parameters simultaneously with FX1:WAH. In order to operate multiple parameters
simultaneously, the “PREFERENCE” (MENU) setting EXP 1 must be set to “PATCH.”
5 The MS-3 lets you assign a wide variety of parameters. For details, please refer to “Parameter Guide” (PDF).
Using an Externally Connected Footswitch to Operate Bank Up/Bank Down
Example
Using a footswitch (FS-7) connected to the CTL 3/4 jack to operate bank up/bank down for any patch (system
operation)
1. Press the [MENU] button. In the MENU screen, choose “PREF” with the [1]–[3] knobs, and press the [ENTER] button.
2. Press the [PAGE >] button to switch the PAGE 4.
3. Use the [2] knob to set CTLIN3 and the [3] knob to set CTLIN4 to “SYSTEM.”
4. Press the [EXIT] button two times to return to the play screen.
5. Press the [EDIT] button. In the eect chain screen, choose “CTL” with the [1] knob, and press the [ENTER] button.
6. Choose “CTLIN3” with the [1]–[3] knobs, and press the [ENTER] button.
7. Use the [1] knob to set FUNC to “BANK+.”
8. Press the [EXIT] button to return to the previous screen.
9. Choose “CTLIN4” with the [1]–[3] knobs, and press the [ENTER] button.
10. Use the [1] knob to set FUNC to “BANK-.”
* System operation settings do not require you to execute patch Write.
MEMO
The MS-3 lets you assign a wide variety of parameters. For details, please refer to “Parameter Guide” (PDF).
POINT
In memory mode, simultaneously pressing number switches [1] and [2] executes bank down, and pressing number switches [3] and [4]
simultaneously executes bank up. You can turn this function o to prevent inadvertent operation.
1. Press the [MENU] button. In the MENU screen, choose “PLAY” with the [1]–[3] knobs, and press the [ENTER] button.
2. Press the [PAGE >] button to switch the PAGE 3.
3. Use the [1] knob to set 1+2 and the [3] knob to set 3+4 to “OFF.”

Boss MS-3 Specifications

General

Bit rate	24 bit
Product color	Black
Sound effects	Delay, Looper
Sound effects quantity	112
AC adapter included	Yes
USB 2.0 ports quantity	USB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
Connectivity technology	Wired
6.35 mm (1⁄4-inch) output	1
Display type	LCD
Power source type	DC

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	97 mm
Width	275 mm
Height	68 mm
Weight	1100 g