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Description
Introducing the Boss GE-6 Graphic Equalizer, a legendary piece of music gear that has stood the test of time. Crafted during the golden era of pedal design, this classic from 1977-1981 remains a favorite among musicians for its precision and versatility. The GE-6 offers an unparalleled ability to sculpt your sound, whether you're looking to boost your solos or carve out the perfect tone. Its six-band graphic equalizer allows for meticulous control, ensuring that your guitar cuts through the mix with clarity and warmth. Made in Japan, this pedal is a testament to quality and durability. Experience the magic of the Boss GE-6 and redefine your sound with a piece of music history.
Key Features:
- Six-band graphic equalizer for precise tonal shaping
- Classic design from the 1977-1981 production era
- High-quality construction, made in Japan
- Perfect for boosting solos or fine-tuning your sound
- Versatile application across genres and playing styles
Product specs
| Brand | Boss |
| Model | GE-6 Graphic Equalizer (Black Label) |
| Finish | Cream |
| Year | 1977 - 1981 |
| Made In | Japan |
| Categories | EQ Pedals |
FAQs
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What does the Boss GE-6 Graphic Equalizer do for my guitar sound?
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The Boss GE-6 Graphic Equalizer allows you to shape your guitar's tone by adjusting six specific frequency bands. This helps you enhance certain frequencies or reduce unwanted ones, providing more control over your sound.
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How can the Boss GE-6 affect my guitar's tone in a live performance?
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The Boss GE-6 can help tailor your guitar's sound to suit different venues by addressing problematic frequencies and reducing feedback. This ensures a balanced and clear sound during live performances.
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Is the Boss GE-6 Graphic Equalizer suitable for use with other pedals?
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Yes, the Boss GE-6 can be effectively used with other pedals. Placing it before distortion or overdrive pedals can dramatically alter their tonal characteristics, allowing for a wider range of sound possibilities.
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What type of power supply does the Boss GE-6 require?
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The Boss GE-6 Graphic Equalizer requires a 9V battery or a compatible 9V DC power adapter to operate.
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Can the Boss GE-6 be used with bass guitars?
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While primarily designed for electric guitars, the Boss GE-6 can also be used with bass guitars to shape and enhance their tonal characteristics, although the frequency bands are more tailored to guitar frequencies.
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We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Boss GE-6 Graphic Equalizer.
Features and functionality
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The Boss GE-6 Graphic Equalizer is praised for its ability to cut through any band mix, making it a secret weapon for achieving clarity in live settings.
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The EQ pedal is used by some musicians to emulate desired tonal qualities, such as making a Les Paul neck pickup clearer without swapping pickups.
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The GE-6 is often compared favorably to more complex EQs; users appreciate its straightforward design that avoids the overwhelming nature of more feature-rich models.
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4.5 out of 5
Based on 1 Review and 4 Ratings
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"I had the yellow OS-2 overdrive/distortion pedal, the OD-2 Overdrive pedal; actually that’s how I got the riff to The Smiths song ‘London’, (sings riff), I had the CE-2 chorus pedal, the white GE-6 EQ, the BF-2 purple Flanger and when the very first grey reverb pedal came out, the RV-2, I got that. I still own it. It sounds really good."
Pictured on Gallagher's official website's "Effects / Pedals" page and mentioned in an interview in an August 1991 Guitar for the Practicing Musician interview with Vivian Campbell.
VIVIAN: You get a tremendous tone for a single-coil Strat. Are you using any kind of distortion device between the guitar and the amp?
RORY: I've got a Boss Graphic EQ.
VIVIAN: Is that a little 6 band?
RORY: Yeah, one of the real old green ones. And I've got a DOD analog. They're back on the amps, and that's set at the minimum setting, just for a little bit of slap-back. I've got a Dyna-comp, which is on all the time, to drive the songs from the leads. It's not for effect. It's a form of compression and I have it at a setting where the compression's really low on it. I usually use a Tube Screamer, which broke down on me. Last night I was using a Boss overdrive. I use them for some solos, not all solos. I was against using them for years. If I was doing a solo, I had to look at the monitor guy to turn it up and all this. So I keep close to the natural sound. I have a brown Boss octave thing.
VIVIAN: I heard that last night. You sounded like Prince! He uses that a lot.
RORY: I've got a Boss flanger, as opposed to a chorus, which I use sparingly, I use that only in “Shadow Play” and “Moon Child,” and one other song. That's my talk on technology. I have a Vox wah-wah which I did use for one or two gigs, but purely to click it on for slide solos. I used it in the studio, for some solos as well. I don't use it on-stage, because even as it is, I try to keep it simple, within reason.
Can be seen on the board at 6:36 , Mike says he uses it to remove the harsh frequencies of the envelopes he uses.
Roberto Burgos is seen using the Boss GE-6 Graphic Equalizer in an Instagram post where he shares a moment of reflection, listening to Beach House with a glass of wine.
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