Boss SE-50 - Manual Overview; Section I: Performance Operations; Section II: Using MIDI; Section III: Reference

Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the BOSS
SE - 50 Stereo Effects Processor. The SE - 50 is equipped with a
wealth of high-quality effects which are geared perfectly for
guitars, basses, keyboards and many other instruments.
Moreover, by using MIDI to connect the unit with extemal
devices, numerous other performance possibilities can be enjoyed.
Before starting out, please take the ‘time to read this manual
thoroughly . That way, you can feel confident that you have
gained a grasp of every feature the unit provides, and thus will be
satisfied for years to come.
FEATURES
@ 2 -In, 2- Out Routing
The SE - 50 provides true stereo performance, thanks to its 2 - In,
2-Out system. Moreover, this means you can obtain stereo
output even when using mono instruments, such as a guitar.
@ Offers a Complete Selection of Algorithms
The SE - 50 employs 28 onboard algorithms. (They determine the
way in which effects are combined.) As a result, you have control
over the tools needed for creating almost any timbre you want.
@ Pedal Control Provided
After plugging in a foot - switch, you can shift among programs
simply using your foot.
@ MIDI Control
Since the SE - 50 is equipped with MIDI connectors, an external
MIDI device can be used to control it. Moreover, this feature
allows you to transfer your SE - 50’s data to a MIDI sequencer or
another SE - 50.
@ Mountable in 19 - inch Racks
Using the optionally available RAD - SO Rack Mount Adaptor, the
unit will fit perfectly in a 19 - inch rack.
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How to Use This Manual
This manual is divided into three main sections. Together, they
explain the available functions, and how they are used in
performance. Also provided is a guide to all the possible settings,
and instructions on how to make them. The Table of Contents
should be referred to when necessary.
In addition, an alphabetical index is provided at the rear, making it
easy for you to look up any items you have trouble understanding
while operating the unit.
The contents of each section is as follows:
SECTION | PERFORMANCE
(D Producing Sound
This section explains how to connect the SE - 50 with yaur other
equipment, how to select Effects Programs, and most of the other
basic procedures you need to know to operate the unit.
@) Creating Effects Programs
Using simple procedures, the SE-50 allows you to setup new
tonal creations. Programs for these sounds can then be stored in
memory. This section explains the process for doing this.
G3) How the Effectors Function
An algorithm consists of a combination of effectors. Further, each
effector offers a full range of parameters, which together act in
determining the timbre obtained. By making changes in the
parameter values, new timbres can be created. This section
provides an explanation of each algorithm the SE - 50 offers, and
also explains how each of their parameters plays a role in creating
the effect that will be obtained.
SECTION [I USING MIDI
(W) About MIDI
This section provides a basic introduction to the use of MIDI. If
MIDE is employed, vou wiil be able to use an extemal MIDI
device to change and control the Effects Programs oa the SE - 50.
@) MIDI Settings
Here the available MIDI features are explained, along with
instructions on how to make settings for them.
3) Getting the Most Out of the SE - 50
This section provides practical examples of the SE - SO in a MIDI
setup.
SECTION [li REFERENCE .
Here you will find information on what to do when your SE - 30 iy
not responding as expected. along with other useful information
about the unit
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