BOSS celebrates its 50th Anniversary with a collectible supplement in the new issue of Guitarist magazine – plus a special interactive online timeline

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Filled with iconic effects, amps and guitar synth innovations from BOSS's past and present

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Currently celebrating its milestone 50th anniversary, BOSS remains at the forefront of the industry with a slew of innovative gear releases this year. And while 2023 witnessed the kind of forward-thinking product debuts that made BOSS a success early on, the pioneering Japanese brand has also been taking a look back at its unparalleled influence and impact on music-making throughout the decades.

Now, BOSS’s incredible 50-year legacy is being honoured with a collectible supplement included with the latest issue of Guitarist magazine, on sale from 8 December in the UK.

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The special edition BOSS 50th Anniversary supplement features exclusive artist interviews with the likes of Joe Bonamassa and Radiohead's Ed O'Brien, detailed spotlights on contemporary releases, and retrospectives on classic BOSS gear from its illustrious history. It's filled with stunning bespoke photography and is an unmissable read for BOSS fans.

Alongside classic BOSS pedals, progressive guitar synthesizers, and contemporary global success stories like the Katana amp series, the supplement also features a focus on the new trio of limited edition 50th Anniversary pedals.

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These special versions of the legendary BOSS DS-1 Distortion, SD-1 Super OverDrive and BD-2 Blues Driver compact pedals are a must-have for collectors and players alike. Appearing in exclusive livery with a dedicated four-digit serial number and bespoke packaging, each sports a metallic finish, silver thumb screw, gold-capped knobs, and commemorative 50-year anniversary emblem.

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The anniversary celebrations continue over at the BOSS website with an interactive 50th Anniversary Timeline, where you can follow and learn more about the landmark products that chart the company's innovations since the 1970s and right to the present day; from its compact pedals to trailblazing guitar synths, multi-effects, modelling amps and Loop Station series.

You can also sign up here to join in with more anniversary celebrations. 

The commemorative BOSS 50th Anniversary supplement will also be included with Guitar World magazine in the US, on sale Christmas Eve. 

  • Find out more about the BOSS 50th Anniversary at boss.info
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