BOSS MD-500 Modulation Pedal
Powered by advanced BOSS technology, the ultra-versatile MD-500 delivers nearly any type of modulation effect a musician could want, and then some. Included are 28 different algorithms with intensive programming parameters, offering a nearly limitless sound palette to create with. And with class-defying 32-bit AD/DA, 32-bit floating point processing, and 96 kHz sampling rate throughout, you’ll enjoy pristine sound quality that extends beyond the capabilities of the very best studio hardware.
Effects in the MD-500 include many new Prime types developed with cutting-edge BOSS tech, plus authentic sonic recreations of vintage classics like the CE-1 Chorus Ensemble, Roland Dimension D, ‘70s script phaser, ‘80s tri-chorus, and numerous others. With the ability to use two patches at once with A/B Simul mode, the MD-500 can likely cover all your mod needs with one convenient pedal. And by inserting drive pedals in the MD-500’s flexible external loop, it’s easy to place mod effects before, after, or around the loop as needed for the very best sound.
Specifications
Sampling Frequency
96 kHzAD/DA
Conversion
32 bits
Processing
32-bit floating point
Modes
12 modes
CHORUS
FLANGER
PHASER
CLASSIC VIBE
VIBRATO
TREMOLO
DIMENSION
RING MOD
ROTARY
FILTER
SLICER
OVERTONEMemory198 (99 banks x 2 [A] [B]), 297 (99 banks x 3 [A] [B] [C])Nominal Input LevelINPUT A/MONO, B: -10 dBuMaximum Input LevelINPUT A/MONO, B: +8 dBuInput ImpedanceINPUT A/MONO, B: 1 M ohmNominal Output LevelOUTPUT A/MONO, B: -10 dBuMaximum Output LevelOUTPUT A/MONO, B: +8 dBuOutput ImpedanceOUTPUT A/MONO, B: 2 k ohmsRecommended Load ImpedanceOUTPUT A/MONO, B: 20 k ohms or greaterBypassBuffered bypass or True bypass (with relays)ControlsA switch, B switch, TAP/CTL switch
DOWN button, UP button, EXIT button, EDIT button
MODE knob, RATE/VALUE knob, DEPTH knob, E.LEVEL knob, PARAM 1 knob, PARAM 2 knobDisplayGraphic LCD (128 x 64 dots, backlit LCD)ConnectorsINPUT (A/MONO, B) jacks, OUTPUT (A/MONO, B) jacks: 1/4-inch phone type
CTL 1,2/EXP jack: 1/4-inch TSR phone type
USB COMPUTER port: USB type B
MIDI (IN, OUT) connectors
DC IN jackPower SupplyAlkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 4, AC adaptor (sold separately)Current Draw225 mAExpected battery life under continuous useAlkaline: Approx. 4.5 hours
* These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.AccessoriesOwner's manual
Leaflet "USING THE UNIT SAFELY"
Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 4Options (sold separately)AC adaptor: PSA-S series
Footswitch: FS-5U, FS-5L
Dual Footswitch: FS-6, FS-7
Expression Pedal: FV-500H, FV-500L, EV-30, Roland EV-5Size and WeightWidth170 mm
6-3/4 inchesDepth138 mm
5-7/16 inchesHeight62 mm
2-1/2 inchesWeight (including battery)1.0 kg
2 lbs 4 oz