BOSS FV-500H

INDUSTRIAL-STRENGTH POWER PEDAL

BOSS FV-500H For 14 years, the famous BOSS FV-300 served as an industry-standard volume pedal. The tradition continued with the FV-50 series, but today the bar has been raised with BOSS’s FV-500H (mono, high-impedance, inst. level) and FV-500L (stereo, low-impedance) pedals. These tank-tough diecast pedals are designed to meet the needs of the most demanding customers. The pedals offer a new stylish design, a road-tough build, and a comfortable, smooth action. Both models also provide an Expression output for use with expression-compatible amps, effects, and even synthesizers.

• FV-500H: mono, high-impedance, inst. level
• FV-500L: stereo, low-impedance
• Heavy-duty aluminum die casting body
• Ultra-smooth pedal movement for the utmost in comfort and control
• Pedal rubber is for comfortable play and non-slip action
• Expression pedal function
• Convenient tuner-output jack
• Adjustable pedal feel (torque)

Guitar Signal Chain and Why it Matters  

Signal chain is central to getting the best from a rig. Think of it as the epic journey of an audio signal from the guitar jack to an amp. Just as a great recipe adds ingredients in the correct order, optimizing pedal order lets each effect shine. At the same time, it circumvents a muddied, cluttered, and unprofessional tone.  

Guitar Pedal Order  

Great tone is subjective, rules are made to be broken, and some of history’s most incredible rigs fly in the face of conventional wisdom. Guitarists must learn to trust their ears and audience. However, starting with the order that most pros rely on provides a rock-solid foundation from which to experiment later. Let’s explore the technical rationale behind this suggested pedal order.