Boss SY-200
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Essential Information About the BOSS SY-200 Pedal
Essential Information About the BOSS SY-200 Pedal
- Polyphonic synthesizer for guitar and bass in a compact "series 200" format, no special mic required: plug in, play, get inspired.
- 171 sounds in total, organized into 12 categories of analog-flavored synths, with variations ready for stage and studio.
- 128 memories to save your creations and instantly recall your patches, featuring a large screen and direct controls.
- Real-time control via two built-in pedals + advanced options: external pedals, expression pedal, and MIDI.
Manufacturer Information
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A modern BOSS synth, in the lineage of the SY-1... but deeper
The SY-200 carries forward the immediate and playful spirit of the SY-1, while expanding it for musicians who want to go further: more sounds, more shaping, and especially a "pedalboard" approach with memories accessible on the fly. The goal remains the same: to transform your guitar or bass into a versatile, expressive synth inspired by analog textures, but with ergonomics designed for playing (not just programming).
For whom, which styles, and in what contexts?
The BOSS SY-200 is aimed equally at guitarists and bassists who want to add a synth voice without changing instrument or technique. It excels in pop, rock, electro, ambient, funk, film music, worship, and anything requiring pads, singing leads, synthetic basses, or hybrid textures.
In live settings, its 128 memories and assignable switches facilitate sound changes between verses and choruses. In the studio, signal separation and the parallel effects loop open the door to very clean layering: "dry" guitar + synth + external effects, without losing attack or dynamics.
Technical specifications
| Effects | Modeling Processor | Use | electric guitar |
| Format | Pedal | Color | Blue |
| Type | sector | ||
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Excellent... very good fun and nice product
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Very well made product (like all boss products in general).
However, the sounds are a bit dated and many presets are relatively unusable (SFX and noises especially).Automatically translated
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Questions frequently asked
Does the BOSS SY-200 work with a bass without a special pickup?
No special pickup is required: it connects with any guitar or bass using a standard 6.35 mm jack cable.
How many sounds and presets are available?
The pedal features 171 sounds divided into 12 synthesis categories inspired by analog. Its 128 presets allow for quick recall of settings during performance.
Is it possible to blend the direct sound and the synth on the SY-200?
Independent level controls manage the volumes of the synth and the guitar or bass signal. A parallel send/return loop allows integration of external effects into the mix. This way, the instrument's attack can be preserved while adding a layer of synth.
What MIDI connectivity and external controllers can be used?
MIDI inputs and outputs use 3.5 mm TRS mini-jack format, with connection cables sold separately. Up to two external control pedals or one expression pedal can be connected.
What power supply is required for this synth pedal?
Power can be provided by a BOSS PSA 9 V DC adapter or by three AA batteries. The listed consumption is 200 mA.
