Elevate your tube amp's capabilities with the Boss Waza Tube Amp Expander Core, a powerhouse for guitarists who crave that cranked-up tube sound without the hassle of excessive volume. Designed with BOSS's renowned Tube Logic technology, this unit bridges the gap between classic tube tone and modern flexibility. Whether you're performing on stage or crafting tracks in the studio, the Expander Core ensures your amp's performance is always at its peak.

Unleash your amp’s natural characteristics with the selectable Reactive Load control, offering both Combo and Stack settings. Dive into a world of sound-shaping possibilities with 32 cabinet emulations, including Celestion Digital IRs, and 64 user IR slots. With five selectable mic types and the ability to mix signals, your tones will reach studio-quality perfection. The Core's onboard effects, such as compression, EQ, delay, and reverb, provide a versatile sound palette, while the Mix Assist and Air Feel functions ensure your sound sits perfectly in the mix or offers an immersive "amp-in-room" experience.

Connectivity is king with the Expander Core, featuring USB recording, stereo XLR outputs, and an FX loop for external gear. Store up to 10 custom rigs, all accessible via the intuitive Rig knob, and enjoy the freedom to practice silently with the dedicated Phones output. With the optional Bluetooth adapter, wireless editing is at your fingertips.

Key Features:

• BOSS Tube Logic-driven attenuation with Reactive Load control
• 32 cabinet emulations and 64 user IR slots
• Five selectable mic types
• Onboard effects: compression, EQ, delay, and reverb
• Mix Assist and Air Feel functions
• USB recording and stereo XLR outputs
• FX loop with series/parallel operation
• 10 recallable rig settings
• Optional Bluetooth for wireless editing via smartphone (adapter sold separately)

Product specs

FAQs

What is the main function of the Boss Waza Tube Amp Expander Core?

The Boss Waza Tube Amp Expander Core serves as a reactive load and attenuator, allowing guitarists to manage their amplifier's output volume while maintaining tone quality.

Can the Boss Waza Tube Amp Expander Core handle high-wattage amplifiers?

Yes, it can handle amplifiers up to 100 watts, making it suitable for most high-power tube amps.

How does the variable attenuation feature work on the Boss Waza Tube Amp Expander Core?

The variable attenuation allows you to adjust the output volume to suit different environments, from quiet practice sessions to full-volume performances, without sacrificing tone.

What connectivity options are available on the Boss Waza Tube Amp Expander Core?

It offers a 1/4" input, 1/4" and XLR outputs, a headphone jack, FX loop, MIDI input, and USB-C for versatile connectivity with various gear.

Is the Boss Waza Tube Amp Expander Core compatible with 4-ohm speaker cabinets?

Yes, it is compatible with speaker cabinets with a minimum impedance of 4 ohms, providing flexibility in your setup.