Boss - NS-1X - Noise Suppressor
- Next-generation noise suppressor and gate for guitar, bass, and other electronic musical instruments
- Intelligent BOSS MDP technology eliminates noise with no impact on playing feel or response
- Intuitive operation with Threshold, Decay, and Damp knobs
- Reduction mode for general noise suppression applications
- Gate mode provides ultra-fast noise elimination for tapping, sweep picking, and heavy rhythm styles that rely on high-gain tones
- Mute mode for silencing the instrument signal when the pedal switch is engaged (the pedal operates in user-selectable Reduction or Gate mode when the switch is off)
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Noise No More
Powered by advanced BOSS MDP technology, the NS-1X intelligently silences noise without affecting the natural tone and playing feel of your guitar or bass. Reduction mode keeps your rig quiet in any general playing setup, while Gate mode provides ultra-fast performance to ensure that precision, high-gain riffs remain sharp and distinct. Versatile and easy to use, the NS-1X is an essential tool for defeating noise issues while practicing, performing, and recording.
| Sampling Frequency | 48 kHz |
| AD Conversion | 24 bits + AF method |
| AF method (Adaptive Focus method) This is a proprietary method from Roland | |
| DA Conversion | 32 bits |
| Processing | 32-bit floating point |
| Modes | 3 modes |
| GATE | |
| REDUCTION | |
| MUTE | |
| Nominal Input Level | INPUT, RETURN: -20 dBu |
| Maximum Input Level | INPUT, RETURN: +7 dBu |
| Input Impedance | INPUT, RETURN: 1 M ohm |
| Nominal Output Level | OUTPUT, SEND: -20 dBu |
| Maximum Output Level | OUTPUT, SEND: +7 dBu |
| Output Impedance | OUTPUT, SEND: 1 k ohm |
| Recommended Load Impedance | OUTPUT, SEND: 10 k ohms or greater |
| Bypass | Buffered bypass |
| Controls | MODE knob |
| DECAY knob | |
| THRESHOLD knob | |
| DAMP knob | |
| Pedal switch | |
| Indicator | CHECK indicator (Serves also as battery check indicator) |
| REDUCTION indicator | |
| Connectors | INPUT jack: 1/4-inch phone type |
| RETURN jack: 1/4-inch phone type | |
| OUTPUT jack: 1/4-inch phone type | |
| SEND jack: 1/4-inch phone type | |
| DC IN jack | |
| DC OUT jack | |
| Power Supply | Alkaline battery (9 V, 6LR61) |
| AC adaptor (PSA series: sold separately) | |
| Current Draw | 60 mA |
| Expected battery life under continuous use | Alkaline: Approx. 6.5 hours |
| * These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use. | |
| AccessoriesLeaflet | Leaflet (“USING THE UNIT SAFELY,” “IMPORTANT NOTES,” and “Information”) |
| Dry 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) | 460 g |
| 1 lb 0.3 oz |
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