Electric guitars use magnetic pickups to convert string vibrations into an electrical signal, which is then amplified. Unlike acoustic guitars, they rely on amplification for volume and tone shaping, making them highly versatile in genres like rock, blues, jazz, and metal. Electric guitars come in many body styles—solid, semi-hollow, and hollow—and feature different pickup configurations, neck types, and hardware. From smooth clean tones to aggressive distortion, they offer a wide sonic range, making them the backbone of modern guitar music.
Guitar pedals are essential tools for shaping your sound, offering everything from subtle tone enhancements to wild, expressive sonic textures. Whether you’re after the grit of overdrive, the shimmer of chorus, the depth of reverb, or the psychedelic swirl of delay and modulation, pedals allow players to personalise their tone and push creative boundaries. Each stomp box adds its own flavour, and when combined, they become a powerful extension of the player’s voice. From vintage classics to cutting-edge innovations, guitar pedals are where the magic happens—turning a great tone into something unforgettable.
A pedal is a compact device that guitarists use to alter their instrument’s sound by shaping effects such as distortion, delay, reverb, and modulation. Typically housed in a rugged enclosure and controlled by footswitches, pedals are designed to be placed on the floor for hands-free operation during playing. They can be analogue or digital, true bypass or buffered, and come in countless varieties to suit different styles and preferences. Pedals are essential tools for creating signature tones and adding colour and texture to a guitarist’s sound.
Vibrato is a musical effect that adds depth and expression by subtly varying the pitch of a note. In guitar playing, this can be achieved by bending the string back and forth, using a vibrato bar (whammy bar), or with a dedicated vibrato pedal. Unlike tremolo, which modulates volume, vibrato modulates pitch—creating a shimmering, vocal-like quality that brings notes to life. Whether used gently for soulful bends or more dramatically for psychedelic textures, vibrato is a powerful tool that adds emotion, movement, and personality to your sound.
Waza is a Japanese word meaning “art” or “technique,” and in the guitar world, it’s best known from Fender’s Waza Craft series. These are premium, handcrafted guitars and amps made in Japan, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern innovation.
Waza models are praised for their exceptional tone, playability, and attention to detail, often featuring custom pickups, unique woods, and special finishes. The Waza name signals Fender’s highest level of quality and artistry, appealing to players who want professional-grade instruments with a refined touch.
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Since 1973, BOSS has pioneered the development of unique and innovative products for musicians of all styles and skill levels. From class-leading effects pedals, multi-effects, and Loop Stations to guitar synthesizers, amplifiers, and more, our trailblazing designs include several world firsts and have forever changed the way people make music.
BOSS has its roots in MEG Electronics, a dedicated guitar effects R&D division founded within Roland Corporation in 1973. The company was recast with the now-famous BOSS name and logo and introduced to the public the following year. Along with products that carry the BOSS brand, the BOSS engineering team has been involved with developing key Roland-branded guitar products since the beginning.
This spirit of innovation continues today as BOSS forges ahead with the creation of original, progressive, and impactful gear. And with plenty more exciting developments on the horizon, we’re looking forward to another half-century of musical evolution.
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Passionately designed by the master engineers at BOSS in Japan, the Waza Craft BD-2W delivers a premium stomp experience that fans of customized pedal tone will love. Crafted with an ear for highly refined sound, the BD-2W takes the classic Blues Driver grit to a new level with all-discrete analog circuitry. Waza Craft innovation for a premium anal…
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£235.00 £194.00
Premium Waza Craft pedal with all-analog audio circuitry Standard mode provides the sound of the original DC-2 Dimension C pedal SDD-320 mode authentically reproduces the vintage Roland SDD-320 Dimension D, a legendary studio rack effect heard on countless hit records Iconic four-button preset interface, updated with reliable electronic switches an…
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£144.00 £124.00
Fusing classic BOSS octave tones with the latest tracking technologies, the BOSS OC-5 sets a new standard in octave pedal performance Brings together the best of its predecessors; the vintage warm mono tones of the 1982 OC-2 and the range-extending poly mode of the OC-3 – plus so much more The Poly mode enhances your chord playing; with the Range k…
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£73.00 £67.40
Since 1981, the SD-1 Super Overdrive has been a go-to gain pedal for generations of players—trusted across genres for its reliable tone and performance. Built on the groundbreaking asymmetrical clipping circuit of the iconic 1977 OD-1—one of the first-ever BOSS compacts—the SD-1 carries forward a true overdrive legacy. The SD-1 delivers rich, smoot…
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£108.00 £91.60
Compact noise suppression pedal for eliminating noise and hum in guitar and bass effects and amplifier setups Unique noise detection circuit preserves the natural attack and envelope of an instrument's sound Threshold and Decay knobs allow for shaping the elimination/suppression as desired BOSS 5-year warranty
