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Boss – AC-3 Acoustic Simulator

$189.99

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Advanced Electric-To-Acoustic Guitar Modeling

BOSS is pleased to offer another “Authentic BOSS” Compact Pedal; the AC-3. How many times have you been onstage or in the studio with your electric guitar, and wished that you’d brought an acoustic along? For musicians who travel light, hauling an extra guitar to the gig isn’t always the most attractive option. BOSS AC-3 to the rescue! This new-generation compact pedal employs COSM modeling technology to transform any electric guitar into a variety of beautiful acoustic guitars.

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SKU: BOS-AC3 Category: Miscellaneous Tag: Boss

Description

Features

BOSS’s most advanced acoustic-guitar modeling in a compact pedal
Four simulation modes: Standard, Jumbo, Enhanced, and Piezo-equipped
Top and Body knobs for fine-tuning the virtual-body resonance
Built-in reverb, optimized for acoustic-guitar simulation
BOSS five-year warranty

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qnGF8qbrIhs

AC-3 Acoustic Simulator [Overview] (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qnGF8qbrIhs)

Advanced Modeling

BOSS’s COSM Acoustic-Modeling technology is beautifully showcased in this small but powerful pedal, which simulates an acoustic guitar much more precisely and realistically than previous technology allowed. Derived from BOSS top-of-the-line AD-8, the AC-3 simulates the sound of an acoustic guitar with incredible precision. Four simulation modes are provided: Standard, Jumbo, Enhanced, and Piezo-equipped; the latter supplies that famous “cut through the mix” direct piezo sound. Previous compact acoustic-guitar modeling-pedals were promising, but now the bar has been raised with AC-3.

Fine Control

Top and Body controls are provided for shaping the characteristics of the four acoustic models. Create the perfect acoustic-guitar sound quickly and easily with simple knob twists.

Reverb Included

Add depth and sweetness to the sound with the AC-3’s built in digital reverb. It’s like getting two pedals in one!

Versatile Output Paths

Two sets of outputs are provided for connecting the AC-3 to a standard guitar amp and to a direct input device such as a PA, recorder.

About Boss

About Boss

Boss is a manufacturer of effects pedals for electric guitar and bass guitar. It is a division of the Roland Corporation, a Japanese manufacturer that specializes in musical equipment and accessories.

For many years Boss has manufactured a wide range of products related to effects processing for guitars. It includes "compact" and "twin" effects pedals, multi-effect pedals, electronic tuners and pedal boards. In more recent times, Boss expanded their product range by including digital studios, rhythm machines, samplers and other electronic music equipment.

They also are now manufacturing solid-state amplifiers and speaker heads such as the Waza and the Katana. Both feature multi-effects units meant to emulate Boss' classic effects pedals.

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Specifications


AC-3 Acoustic Simulator

Nominal Input Level	-20 dBu

Input Impedance	1 M ohm

Nominal Output Level	-20 dBu

Output Impedance	1 k ohm

Recommended Load Impedance	10 k ohms or greater

Bypass	Buffered bypass

Controls	MODE knob
	TOP knob
	BODY knob
	REVERB/LEVEL knob
	Pedal switch

Indicator	CHECK indicator (Used for indication of check battery)

Connectors	INPUT jack: 1/4-inch phone type
	LINE OUT jack: 1/4-inch phone type
	G.AMP OUT(Guitar Amp Out) jack: 1/4-inch phone type
	DC IN jack

Power Supply	Alkaline battery (9 V, 6LR61)
	AC adaptor (PSA series: sold separately)

Current Draw	70 mA

Expected battery life under continuous use	Alkaline: Approx. 3.5 hours
	*These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.

Accessories	Leaflet ("USING THE UNIT SAFELY," "IMPORTANT NOTES," and "Information")
	Alkaline battery (9 V, 6LR61)

Options (sold separately)	AC adaptor: PSA series

Size and Weight

Width	73 mm
	2-7/8 inches

Depth	129 mm
	5-1/8 inches

Height	59 mm
	2-3/8 inches

Weight (including battery)	425 g
	15 oz

* 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms
* The specifications are subject to change without notice.