MESSE07: Performance-Based Effects For Guitar And Bass

US Boss launch the ME-20 and ME20B multi-fx floor units 30/03/07

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Boss has expanded its ME series multi-effects family with the ME-20, which they tell us is a powerful multi-effects unit optimized for live performance. They say that it is easy to use and road tough, providing world-class overdrive, distortion, delay, chorus, phaser, flanger, tremolo, rotary, and EQ effects, taking the Boss performance-based philosophy to a very affordable price point.
ME-20 Features

Performance-based guitar processor for the player who wants an ultra-easy interface with BOSS tone and quality
New super-tough metal chassis with 3 footswitches, 5 real-time control knobs, and expression pedal
EZ Edit for quick sound creation
OD/DS Solo function for punchy and high-impact lead tone
30 user memory locations in addition to real-time operation
Battery or AC powered

The second new offering in the ME series is the ME-20B. With the same performance-based design as its guitar-focused ME-20 counterpart, the ME-20B is aimed at the performing bassist who wants stage-friendly effects and solid construction at an affordable price. Boss sy the user can mix, match, and customize a wide variety of effects, including compressor, overdrive, distortion, T-Wah, phaser, flanger, chorus, delay, reverb, defretter, synth, and more.
ME-20B Features

Performance-based bass processor for the player who wants an easy-to-use interface with BOSS tone and quality
New super-tough metal chassis with 3 footswitches, 5 realtime control knobs, and expression pedal
EZ Edit for quick sound creation
Unique effects such as Synth, Octave, Defretter, and more
BASS ENHANCE function for instant presence boost
30 user memory locations in addition to realtime operation
Battery or AC powered

Pricing and Availability:
Available June 2007. Pricing TBA.
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