Pedalboard Integration Evolved The MS-3 Multi Effects Switcher is a new-concept pedalboard solution that maximizes your creative options by combining a world-class multi-effects engine and multi-pedal switcher in one small, dedicated unit. Now, anyone can put together a professional effects system thats incredibly compact, extremely light, and versatile enough to achieve nearly any sound imaginable. The MS-3 is a sonic powerhouse capable of running six internal pedal effects at once while seamlessly integrating three of your favorite external pedals. It also offers deep rig control capabilities, allowing you to switch amp channels, adjust effects in real time, work with MIDI devices, and more. With the MS-3, its easy to create a portable board or fly rig without the compromises associated with traditional loop switchers and all-in-one multi-effects units.Features Powerful integrated solution for creating a compact professional pedalboard Unlimited sound creation with six simultaneous pedal effects and audio loops for connecting three external pedals 112 built-in effects types for guitar and bass, including delays, reverbs, mod/pitch effects, overdrives, distortions, and more Intuitive user interface for easy patch creation Backlit LCD, editing knobs, and panel LEDs for on/off status of loops and effects Control assign, wave pedal, and other functions for deep real-time expression Equipped with numerous jacks for amp channel switching, effects control, and more MIDI output for working with MIDI-enabled effects Built-in tuner, noise suppressor, and global EQ USB for patch creation and backup via free MS-3 Editor/Librarian software Specifications Modes Memory mode/Manual mode Loops 3 AD Conversion 24 bits + AF method AF method (Adaptive Focus method) This is a proprietary method from Roland & BOSS that vastly improves the signal-to-noise (SN) ratio of the AD and DA converters. DA Conversion 24 bits Sampling Frequency 44.1 kHz Effects 112 types Patches 200 Nominal Input Level INPUT: -10 dBu LOOPS L1--3 RETURN: -10 dBu Maximum Input Level INPUT: +7 dBu LOOPS L1--3 RETURN: +7 dBu Input Impedance INPUT: 1 M ohms Nominal Output Level OUTPUT L/MONO, R: -10 dBu LOOPS L1--3 SEND: -10 dBu Output Impedance OUTPUT L/MONO, R: 1 k ohms Recommended Load Impedance OUTPUT L/MONO, R: 10 k ohms or greater LOOPS 1--3 SEND: 10 k ohms or greater Controls Number switches 1--4, MEMORY/MANUAL switch ON/OFF button, MENU button, EDIT button, EXIT button, ENTER button 1--3 knobs POWER switch Display Graphic LCD (132 x 32 dots, backlit LCD) Indicator Number indicators 1--4, MEMORY/MANUAL indicator On/Off indicators (FX1, MOD1, L1--3, FX2, MOD2, DLY, REV) Connectors INPUT jack: 1/4-inch phone type LOOPS L1--3 SEND jacks: 1/4-inch phone type LOOPS L1--3 RETURN jacks: 1/4-inch phone type OUTPUT (L/MONO, R) jacks: 1/4-inch phone type CTL OUT CTL1/2 jack: 1/4-inch TRS phone type CTL IN EXP1 CTL1/2 jack, CTL IN EXP2 CTL3/4 jack: 1/4-inch TRS phone type USB COMPUTER port: USB type B MIDI OUT connector DC IN jack Power Supply AC adaptor Current Draw 280 mA Accessories AC adaptor Rubber feet x 4 Owner's manual Leaflet "USING THE UNIT SAFELY" Options (sold separately) Footswitch: FS-5U, FS-5L, FS-6, FS-7 Expression pedal: EV-30, FV-500L, FV-500H, Roland EV-5
