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Here you'll find videos about Boss Multi Effect Pedalboards and how to use them, along with various Luthier & Guitar Set-up videos.
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About me: Lead guitarist, passionate about maintenance and setting up guitars & basses. I have my own little workshop, where I perform set-ups and maintenance on guitars & basses. On weekends I gig with my Partyband, playing some of the greatest hits from the last 40 years.
Guitars & Gear List: - Squier Avril Lavigne Signature Telecaster - Epiphone Slash Gold Top Signature Les Paul - Tradition T20Q Strat
Effects/Boards: Boss GT-1 - Using the built-in amp & cab sims. Boss GT-100 - Using the built-in amp & cab sims. Boss GT-10 - Using the built-in amp & cab sims.
Hi there, The very first thing to think about would be the use of your Fender amp, with the GT-1. If you mainly want to use your Fender Hot Rod for amp tones, both clean, overdriven, etc. then you should turn off the GT-1's PREAMP block, and save the adjustment. This has to be done for every patch you want to use. Also, it's important that you set the GT-1's Output Select to "Combo Amp". With this setup you're using the GT-1 for its effects only. However, you can use the GT-1's preamps, if you wish to, for example by connecting the Left mono out from your GT-1 to your Hot Rod's PWR In socket. This way you'll bypass your Fender's preamp section, only leaving the speaker to output the sound. Make sure to set the Output Select to "Combo Amp Return" in this case, and activate the PREAMP block. In some cases, when using an amplifier with the GT-1, like in your case, you can experiment with the PREAMP block, by turning off the SP Type parameter. This way you can use the Preamp models as an "extra" overdrive/distortion effect, but the results may vary. I personally wouldn't use the Preamps like that. Try it out, and please do let me know how it goes. Best regards.
Hi, Thank you, I appreciate it! All my files are safely ground, so no harm is done to the neck. I also make sure the files are not protruding too far along the fretboard, so the touch-up afterwards is minimal. You're right, I've done this type of job lots and lots of times, and I still enjoy it. Thanks again for watching! Have a great day.
I have the GT 1 and like it but wondering if I should sell and purchase the ME 90. I have watched so many videos on the 90 and just concerned about Tone quality mostly. Is out a huge upgrade?
Hi there, Thanks for your comment and question. I can fully understand your concern, so I'll try to explain the most obvious differences: The ME-90 features the new AIRD preamp technology, which clearly is an improvement compared to the GT-1, which uses the COSM preamp technology. To me there's nothing bad about the COSM tech, because it's all really a matter of getting the preamps dialed in properly, and once that's done, they sound fantastic, in regards to the GT-1. I have tried the AIRD preamp models, on the GT-1000CORE, and I won't lie; I was impressed. They feel more alive and responsive, but again, that's what you'd expect, when a new preamp technology is developed. The processing of the effects, across the GT-1 and ME-90 is also different, the ME-90 features new effects processing, but again, the GT-1 has excellent effects, and they just have to be set up properly. If you're looking for new technology, a wider board format and perhaps a little less accessibility, the ME-90 would be the way, but as far as I know, the GT-1 is far more advanced, in regards to its Assigns, where you can set up multiple effects, parameters, etc. and control them that way. The ME-90 is probably capable of something similar, but I haven't tried it out, in that way, so I can't be 100% sure. I hope this will answer some of your questions, but if you have more, then please let me know. Best regards. Cheers.
@@GuitarNTabs Thank you for your reply. I am after clean tone that will bring out the best in my Strat or semi hollow Gretsch. All the effects are a bonus really. I have a Fishman mini for my acoustic guitar and voice. Didn’t care for the Artist. I have Fender Event PA for my electrics. So after a couple years of chasing a clean tone, I feel I am almost there. I had the Katana Artist mk2 and 100 mk2,both which ar3 great but want to utilize my PA. So love the gt-1 but feel like I can get better cleans on the ME 90. I have learned to dial tones in satisfactorily. Just hoping the me-90 would give me that boost to confidently keep it for the next 5 plus year#. Seems the videos on it are mostly from a year ago and of course many are sponsored, so I appreciate your response. I wear hearing aids so I seem to be second guessing my tone regularly…
If i would connect my gt 1 to a spark 40 amp. What would be the best settings? For me to be able to use the spark as a sole amp and the gt 1 as the main effects
Hi there, Thanks for your comment and question. Since the Spark amp is a modelling amp, then the best connection would be to use the GT-1 for its effects only, and the Spark for its preamp sounds. I would set the Output Select to "Small Amp" on the GT-1 and ensure the PREAMP block is turned OFF. This should be done for all patches you use, with this setup. I hope this helps. Let me know if you need anything else. Cheers.
Hi there. Thanks for the tutorial. Do you know if this pedal can be powered at a higher voltage? Ie 9-18v? It doesn’t specify 9v anywhere on the pedal… just the standard blurb from boss saying, “only use with boss power supply”. Which is normally just standard policy from boss. I know a lot of these sorts of utility pedals are variable.
Thank for the video! Would it unit work only as an effects and expression pedal unit if I connected it to a Tonex? So Boss GT-1 for effects and expression pedal and Tonex for the amp sounds. Thank you for your help!
Thank for the video! Would it unit work only as an effects and expression pedal unit if I connected it to a Tonex? So Boss for effects and pedal and Tonex for the amp sounds.
Hi, Thanks for your comment and question, I appreciate it. I have several videos on my Channel, explaining exactly what each CTL and footswitches does. Browse through my videos, and you'll see them. I hope this helps. Cheers.
@@slooky14 - Ah okay, thanks for clearing that up. There will be different sounds, simply because the GT-1000 Core's effects and preamps are newer and more developed, in regards to the GT-1. The GT-1 is years older than the GT-1000 Core, so that's to be expected. Also, the GT-1000 Core is a lot more complex, so there's a lot of other parameters to take care of. I hope this helps. Cheers.
@@slooky14 - Actually it shouldn't... The Core has a whole other engine, new MFX technology, and AIRD preamps, so there's actually not a lot to share between the two. Let me know if there's anything else I can do. Best regards.
Hi, Did you have your bridge pickup selected for this? Since its your hottest pickup, the calibration should be done on the bridge pickup, then the remaining pickups will be alright. I hope this helps. Cheers.
You save by pressing both the Enter and Exit buttons, at the same time. This will open up the WRITE menu. From here you use Enter to select your options. Always remember to save any adjustments made to your patches. Cheers.
Hi, I have not, ever. I've had this unit since it very first came out, and it has never let me down. Mine has been on a lot of stages, rehearsals and home recordings and it's always been solid. The GT-1 has my highest recommendations. I hope this helps.
@@GuitarNTabs I bought it after seeing this video, actually. But after I purchased it, I made the huge mistake of reading the bad reviews. Now I'm afraid! 😅 Thanks a bunch!
@@Juan2611 - Nice to know, thanks! Hmm, I haven't really seen that many bad reviews? What were they about, the reviews? No need to be afraid, just make sure you set it up properly, create your own patches and get it properly placed within your setup. If you need any help, please do let me know. The GT-1 is a great piece of gear, and it has so much to offer. Cheers.
Hi, Yes, that's true, and this is why I've stopped using a black marker to cover the fret tops, instead I use the "flat spot" from the leveling to sight and watch the progress. Have a great day.
I dont know if you're still active on this, the problem i have is on my pc, first time it worked, i installed reaper and could record right away, then i did something with input and output and now i cant record anything on my pc. It doesn't register anything being played. Do you know what i have to turn on or off or whatever to get it working again? Thank you!
Hi, Sure, I'm still active, and always ready to answer questions. Be sure to create a channel track for the GT-1, either in mono or stereo, also you have to tell reaper the ins/outs for where the gt-1 is connected. It's probably something like that. I hope this helps. Cheers.
I just bought Gt1…and i’m asking a question about the FX Volume…can I ajust it for each patches? Can I put the min at 15 and the max at 50…My problem is when I change the the patch, the volume back at 0 to 100…do I assign at A1? (Hope my english is ok because i’m a french Canadien! Merci!
Great patch! I'll try it later. Do you have any thoughts on creating a flute-like patch? I am trying to do that by using the whammy effect to raise the pitch, but it still doesn't sound nice.
Hi! Thanks for your comment and question, I greatly appreciate it. Haha, sadly I don't no. To be honest, the GT-1 won't be able to create such sounds... I see so many people ask about different type instrument sounds, from the GT-1, but it's a really big stretch. Think about it, the GT-1 is a guitar modeller, not a synth, etc. etc. I hope this helps. Have a great day.
Hi - great work. I can get these assigns of the Accel/CTL and Phrase-Loop pedals to work as you describe, and then saved to a patch, BUT... if I press Bank-Down and Bank-Up simultaneously to put the board into Manual Mode, these assignments do NOT work anymore. Is there a way to fix this please? Thanks, Andy
Hi! Thanks for your comment! Yes, there's a way around this. In fact I have a video on the subject. Watch my video about MANUAL MODE for the GT-100. This will solve your issues. Let me know if you need anything else. Best regards.
Hi, Thanks for watching, and for your comment. Sadly that's the case sometimes, but take some measurements of the old nut, and buy a good Graph Tech TUSQ nut, and then you'll be good to go. Make sure to clean the nut slot, so the new nut will fit properly, and have proper contact with the slot. I hope this helps. Best regards 🎸
Hi! Thanks for your comment and question. You can use any of the GT-1's SP Type models. Personally I really like the 1x10" and 1x12" SP Type, but you can play around with the different types, that's what I did to begin with. I hope this helps. Best regards.
Some sound samples would have been nice. I had an old Vox Tonelab that had a 4 way switch on the back for stack, vox, direct, and fender. But the stack killed the treble, the vox boosted the mids, the fender cut the mids, and the direct sounded like static! I always used the fender (F) setting. Just because a manufacturer suggests a setting doesn't mean that setting will sound the best for your situation.
I see where you're coming from - noted. Of course you can always experiment, and choose what sounds best to you, but the guidelines from the manufacturer is often a good place to start. In this case these Output Select options actually makes a lot of sense to follow, as a rule of thumb. Thanks for your comment. Cheers.
I think the main difference, atleast between the two amp types, is that the Effects Loop on the JC-120 is actually Stereo. It has two Effects Loop Return sockets. Cheers.
Hi, You have to download the patches to your PC, then load them to your GT-1, and then you can use them either with the PC or standalone with the GT-1. I hope this helps. Cheers.
I’m having a problem with the Assigns that I can’t solve. I have a Crunch overdrive set on my main channel and when I step on the CTL1 button it changes to a fuzz pedal. That’s fine but what should I have my CTL1 pedal set to in the Edit section. I don’t want it to change anything but I have to set it to something. I already have everything on so, for example, if I set it to Delay it turns it off when I don’t want it to. What should I set my CTL1 edit to when I don’t actually want it to change anything apart from what I have set up in the Assign edits? Hope that makes sense.
I just want the light to be on if an effect is on, and off if the effect is off. The only way to do this is if I hit it twice. Twice for on and then twice for off. This pedal is very frustrating !!! I have it hooked to my boss 1000 core. Is there maybe a setting in there that would make this work like a normal pedal. *One hit, lights on, effect on. *One hit, light is off, effect is off. I tried everything and can't get it to simply work, as most of by boss equipment that is impossible to do simple... I feel like I need a collage degree to work this stuff. :-/
Check out my exact video for that, if you want the LED to be on when an effects is on, and the same if it's off. I have a dedicated video for that. I hope this helps. Cheers.
Hi. Most times any feedback is caused by adding too much gain to your OD/DS pedals and Preamp models/amplifier. Often times you actually need less gain than you think. I would go through your gain levels, and see if they can be lowered. It's always a good idea to keep a controlled signal chain, that way your patches will sounds better and more crisp. I hope this helps. Cheers.
nice content and i have the GT1, i m using it as stand alone using garage band and audio interface. Do you know any link which i can set, example playing music using backing track with P03 Natural Clean and i want to change to P35 Power Drive and change again to P57 Chorus Lead. Is there any shortcut where i can just press a switch to any of those Preset Patch List rather without interuppting my play. Or please advice me. Thanks
Hi! Patches can not be assigned, so the only way to toggle between those specific patches would be to have them arranged right after each other, or like this: Natural Clean - Power Drive and Chorus Lead. This can be done by saving each patch to a desired location, right after each other, for example, U3, U4 and U5. This would be the easiest way. Another way would be to creat those patches within ONE single patch, using the GT-1's Assigns, but this is slightly harder, bit I'm sure it can be done, using the same parameters of those 3 patches. I hope this helps. Cheers.
Sikke et tilfælde. Jeg gravede min første guitar ud af forældrenes kælder for ikke så lang tid siden og tænkte at jeg ville finde ud af hvad det egentligt var for en fætter. Jeg købte den for en slik i 1988 og jeg regnede med at det var en eller anden kina-klon. Så forestil dig min overraskelse da jeg, efter en solid gang graven i internettets mere obskure hjørner, finder dine videoer og opdager at det faktisk kan være en mere interessant sag og at den måske bare skal have en kærlig hånd og en grundig justering for at komme til sin ret igen. Har du nogen ide om hvad forskellen på en PE-480, en PE-520 og en PE-600 er? Min har intet serienummer, jeg lige kan finde, så det lader til at være en pre-1975.
I have yet to see anybody talk about this so thank you so much! This is an amazing, powerful trick for being able to switch distortion levels in one patch without having to use a distortion pedal.
Hi, There's no need to post the same answer on multiple videos, it's just going to mess things up. You can't assign individual patches to the footswitches, you can however toggle between patches, like the UP and DOWN footswitches is already doing. I hope this helps.
