BOSS XS-1 Poly Shifter

The Boss XS-1 Poly Shifter is a compact pitch-shifting pedal that puts powerful creative tools at your feet without taking up valuable pedalboard space. Built on advanced polyphonic technology it delivers smooth glitch-free tracking that handles both single-note lines and full chords with ease. From bold octave drops to delicate detune textures the XS-1 keeps your tone natural and clear making it a versatile option for expanding your sound. The Shift knob makes it simple to dial in semitone steps or big interval jumps while the Balance control lets you blend your dry and shifted signals so you can choose subtle tone colouring or dramatic effects. Designed for practical use on stage or in the studio the XS-1 offers instant retune functions for drop tunings or capo-style changes so you can change key quickly without swapping instruments. Detune mode adds width and richness while an expression pedal input unlocks real-time pitch bends and shifts that respond to your playing. With its rugged stompbox chassis lightweight build and support for external footswitches the XS-1 is ready for the demands of live performance and flexible enough to inspire new ideas every time you plug in.