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Instant acoustic!
BOSS is pleased to offer another Authentic BOSS" Compact Pedal; the AC-3. How many times have you been onstage or in the studio with your electric guitar, and wished that you'd brought an acoustic along? For musicians who travel light, hauling an extra guitar isn't practical. The AC-3 gives electric guitarists an acoustic effect with a tap of the pedal.
BOSS's COSM Acoustic-Modeling technology is beautifully showcased in this small but powerful pedal, which simulates an acoustic guitar much more precisely and realistically than previous technology has allowed. Derived from BOSS top-of-the-line AD-8, the AC-3 pedal simulates the sound of an acoustic guitar with incredible precision.
Four simulation modes are provided: Standard, Jumbo, Enhanced, and Piezo-equipped; the latter supplies that famous "cut through the mix" direct piezo sound. Previous compact acoustic-guitar modeling-pedals were promising, but now the bar has been raised with Boss AC-3.
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amazing
I find this "amazing" pedal great for playing stairway to heaven and many more songs. I am astonished of how quick one sound can turn into its opposite sound so i reccomend this pedal to every guitarist eager for a fast change of sound.
Reviewed by adiotj900 on 7/19/2007 who plays classic rock/rock/alternative/grunge.
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Another Amazing Boss Pedal
On stage you pick your poison depending on the song; do you want to go with a typical, clean electric sound, or the natural one offered by an acoustic guitar? While not all songs go well with the crisp tone of an acoustic, when you DO need one, its allways handy to have the BOSS AC-3 Acoustic Simulator. You will not find a better quality pedal coming from such an esteemed manufacturer, and for just shy of $100, you can't get a much better value.
All the little farts and burps an acoustic can make are simulated with this pedal; everything from the rough ringing of hard-plucked strings to the distinguished sound of slapping your palm against the strings, along with the intricate sound an acoustic makes when palm-muted are about as flawlessly simulated with this pedal as they can be.
First playing the pedal is an experience all in its own. It's hard not to be skeptical when it comes to this pedal, but playing it will change your mind completely. BOSS has created a masterpiece all in its own, and has created a pedal that outplays the competition and makes your life as a musician much more convenient. Do yourself a favor and buy this thing.
Reviewed by Casey on 10/9/2006 who plays Rock, Punk, Screamo.
12 people found this review helpful.
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Closer than you can Imagine
It may be hard to believe, but this pedal is incredibly close to the real thing. Although it is easy to distinguish it from a actual acoustic guitar, the quality of the sound it creates more than makes of for its small imperfections. The four distinct settings are good. I use the jumbo setting the most, since it gives my a very bright sound that is very useful for the music I play. The brightness is not only useful for a typical acoustic song but can be dialed in to have a very pleasing clean sound that can really give light to other styles.
During practices the pedal is easy to dial in and set. However, it can get a little more difficult in a live setting. A recurring problem that can arise is a cracking sound that can occur while playing. This problem can be easily fixed most of the time with a turn of the effect or top knob.
The reverb feature that the previous ac-2 did not have is a more than welcome addition to my rig. It is very nice when use with the piezo or jumbo setting accordingly. The other two acoustic setting seem to favor either light finger picking or strumming when the reverb is on. Otherwise it can sound drowned out or hazy. The reverb is also something that needs to be checked well in a live situation. I found that it can make the a hazy sound that can conflict the vocalist if I did not adjust it to a particular song when I was strumming. This can once again be easily fixed, but you make sure for each song change.
Overall it is a fantastic pedal to add to your collection. Although it has some ways to go before it a exact replica of an acoustic, it is still a good pedal that gives a bright and clean sound. Dial it in and you guitar will sing with amazing clarity.
Reviewed by el_valesito87 on 10/12/2006 who plays Rock, Latin.
8 people found this review helpful.
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This Is Amazing
This little gadet saved me a lot of money. I own an electric guitar but I lead worship at church and needed an acoustic guitar. Instead of spending alot of money on an acoustic electric, I purchased this pedal. It sounds exactly like an acoustic guitar. It holds battery for a long time, and it is very durable. The sound is so pure and there are different types of acoustics you make it sound like. I highly suggest this for anyone who needs to switch back and forth from electric and acoustic without the hassle of taking off one guitar and picking up another.
Reviewed by on 9/1/2006
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Awesome replacement for an acoustic guitar!
I use this pedal with my Schecter S1 Elite, and with my Marshall practice amp, and its a superb replacement of an acoustic guitar! I've used it in school in recitals in which an acoustic guitar sounds much better. I've gotten numerous compliments on the pedal for how good it sounds! The amount of control you have on this thing is insane! (which is why features I gave a 9) It also uses a standard 9Volt outlet, which is nice if you're into pedal boards.
I gave the value a 4 just because it is a tad bit expensive, but hey, it is better than buying an acoustic guitar if you just want to fool around a bit!
Reviewed by AnastasiosHayas on 10/18/2006 who plays Hard Rock, Rock.
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