The BOSS XS-1 Compact Poly Shifter is a powerful, polyphonic pitch-shifting pedal designed for guitarists and bassists who want instant, flexible tuning changes without switching instruments. Whether you need subtle detuning, realistic capo emulation, or dramatic octave jumps, the XS-1 delivers with stunning clarity and ultra-low latency.
Equipped with a brand-new pitch-shifting algorithm, the XS-1 tracks chords and fast runs with precision, preserving the natural tone and feel of your instrument. It handles drop tunings, octave layering, and pitch bends up to three octaves up or down—all in a compact, pedalboard-friendly design. Use the BALANCE knob to blend dry and effected signals for thick harmonies or lush octave textures. With support for additional footswitches or an expression pedal, the XS-1 offers hands-free creative control, making it an essential tool for live performance, recording, or practice.
Features
- Compact polyphonic pitch-shifting pedal for guitar and bass
- Drop tuning, capo emulation, detuning, and octave shifting (up to ±3 octaves)
- New pitch-shifting algorithm with ultra-low latency and natural feel
- Accurate tracking across chords and fast runs
- BALANCE knob blends dry and effected signals for harmonies and textures
- External footswitch/expression pedal input for hands-free control
- Rugged BOSS compact pedal design, built for stage and studio use
Specs
- Pedal Type: Polyphonic Pitch Shifter
- Pitch Range: ±3 octaves
- Controls: Shift, Balance, Mode, Level
- Inputs: 1 x 1/4" (instrument), 1 x 1/4" (expression/footswitch)
- Outputs: 1 x 1/4"
- Bypass Switching: Buffered Bypass
- Power Source: 9V DC power supply (sold separately)
- Current Draw: ~100mA
- Dimensions (H x W x D): Standard BOSS compact pedal format
- Weight: Approx. 0.4 kg
Warranty & Returns
All New products are covered by the manufacturers new warranty. Please check their website for the length of warranty and warranty conditions. If an item you receive is faulty get in touch with us ASAP. Second Hand products come with a 4 week warranty from us. If there is an issue let us know ASAP! This covers normal use and does not cover accidental damage, misuse, wrong power plugged into it, modding, water damage or any other damage caused by mistreatment. Just treat it nice and all will be good!
Shipping
We send A LOT of packages every week so don't worry about the shipping side of things!
We've never lost a thing and your awesome new gear will be packed up really well to avoid any damage in transit.
If your order comes in before 2pm we will ship it same day. Most of the time we pack things up all the way to 4pm so just call if you need it to leave same day after 2pm.
We ship mainly with Australia Post but may use a courier depending on location and size of the package.
Free Post ships with Australia Post standard and expected shipping times are between 4-6 business days depending on location. It will be longer to outside of metro and rural areas.
Express Post will usually be with you next business day in metro areas of QLD, NSW, SA, VIC and TAS. WA will take 2 days to metro and extra days after that to out side metro and rural areas.
Everything we ship has a tracking number with the exception of some power cables and smaller envelope packages. You will be emailed tracking once your order has been shipped!
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The BOSS XS-1 Compact Poly Shifter is a powerful, polyphonic pitch-shifting pedal designed for guitarists and bassists who want instant, flexible tuning changes without switching instruments. Whether you need subtle detuning, realistic capo emulation, or dramatic octave jumps, the XS-1 delivers with stunning clarity and ultra-low latency.
Equipped with a brand-new pitch-shifting algorithm, the XS-1 tracks chords and fast runs with precision, preserving the natural tone and feel of your instrument. It handles drop tunings, octave layering, and pitch bends up to three octaves up or down—all in a compact, pedalboard-friendly design. Use the BALANCE knob to blend dry and effected signals for thick harmonies or lush octave textures. With support for additional footswitches or an expression pedal, the XS-1 offers hands-free creative control, making it an essential tool for live performance, recording, or practice.
Features
- Compact polyphonic pitch-shifting pedal for guitar and bass
- Drop tuning, capo emulation, detuning, and octave shifting (up to ±3 octaves)
- New pitch-shifting algorithm with ultra-low latency and natural feel
- Accurate tracking across chords and fast runs
- BALANCE knob blends dry and effected signals for harmonies and textures
- External footswitch/expression pedal input for hands-free control
- Rugged BOSS compact pedal design, built for stage and studio use
Specs
- Pedal Type: Polyphonic Pitch Shifter
- Pitch Range: ±3 octaves
- Controls: Shift, Balance, Mode, Level
- Inputs: 1 x 1/4" (instrument), 1 x 1/4" (expression/footswitch)
- Outputs: 1 x 1/4"
- Bypass Switching: Buffered Bypass
- Power Source: 9V DC power supply (sold separately)
- Current Draw: ~100mA
- Dimensions (H x W x D): Standard BOSS compact pedal format
- Weight: Approx. 0.4 kg
Warranty & Returns
All New products are covered by the manufacturers new warranty. Please check their website for the length of warranty and warranty conditions. If an item you receive is faulty get in touch with us ASAP. Second Hand products come with a 4 week warranty from us. If there is an issue let us know ASAP! This covers normal use and does not cover accidental damage, misuse, wrong power plugged into it, modding, water damage or any other damage caused by mistreatment. Just treat it nice and all will be good!
Shipping
We send A LOT of packages every week so don't worry about the shipping side of things!
We've never lost a thing and your awesome new gear will be packed up really well to avoid any damage in transit.
If your order comes in before 2pm we will ship it same day. Most of the time we pack things up all the way to 4pm so just call if you need it to leave same day after 2pm.
We ship mainly with Australia Post but may use a courier depending on location and size of the package.
Free Post ships with Australia Post standard and expected shipping times are between 4-6 business days depending on location. It will be longer to outside of metro and rural areas.
Express Post will usually be with you next business day in metro areas of QLD, NSW, SA, VIC and TAS. WA will take 2 days to metro and extra days after that to out side metro and rural areas.
Everything we ship has a tracking number with the exception of some power cables and smaller envelope packages. You will be emailed tracking once your order has been shipped!