Boss SY-1 Synthesizer Preamp

Discover SY-1: Your gateway to new sonic horizons

Unlock a universe of sound with SY-1 – the ultimate guitar synth pedal from BOSS, designed to spark your creativity without the need for complex programming. Whether you're playing guitar or bass, the SY-1 delivers 121 rich, dynamic, and ultra-responsive synth tones directly to your instrument with a simple plug-and-play experience.

Unleash your creativity without limits

With 121 sounds divided into 11 categories and 11 variations, the SY-1 offers everything from expressive leads and floating pads to rich bass tones and rhythmic synth sequences. Perfect for adding depth and texture to your music, you can explore a wide range of analog-style sounds – from layered organs to arpeggiated sequences – all easily adjustable with the intuitive Tone/Rate and Depth controls. And with the pedal’s polyphonic design, you can play both single notes and chords with ease.

Instant inspiration, no programming

The SY-1 is as easy to use as your favorite stompbox. No special pickups are required, and you don’t need to program anything – just plug it into your setup, and you’re ready to play. Whether you're in the studio or on stage, this compact pedal makes it easy to access an incredible variety of synth textures without technical barriers.

Latency-free, real-time expression

Thanks to BOSS’s advanced technology, the SY-1 delivers latency-free performance, allowing you to express yourself naturally without altering your playing style. With features like the Hold function, you can sustain the last played synth sound and continue playing your guitar, enabling you to create dynamic layers along the way.

Flexible integration, seamless performance

As a BOSS compact pedal, the SY-1 easily integrates into your existing setup and fits perfectly into your pedal chain. Take it a step further by using the send/return loop to combine it with other pedals like drive, delay, and reverb. You can also route synth and guitar signals to separate outputs, giving you ultimate flexibility in shaping your sound.

Enhance your performance

With external footswitch and expression-pedal compatibility, you can control pitch shifts, tap-tempo, or adjust parameters in real time for an even more dynamic performance. The SY-1 is not just a tool – it’s a musical extension of you.

Perfect for any style

The SY-1 is built to inspire musicians across all genres with its incredible range of sounds:

Leads: From high solo sounds to bold, sharp synth leads.

Pads: Rich textures and full tones that fill the musical space.

Bass: Powerful and punchy synth bass tones that provide a deep foundation.

Organ: Classic, layered organ sounds with a vintage touch.

SFX: Wild sound effects that add a unique twist to your music.

Are you ready to explore a new sonic dimension?

The SY-1 awaits you to step into a world of endless musical possibilities. Experience the magic of synth guitar tones with a single stomp – and take your creativity further than ever before. No programming, no limitations, just pure sound.