


New octave-up effect, available on its own or blended with octave-down effects.Lowest Range setting in Poly mode applies the octave effect to only the lowest note in a chord.Poly mode for chord playing Range knob sets the note range where the effect is applied.Vintage mode faithfully reproduces the mono sound of the original OC-2.

Newly developed tracking technology provides more accurate response and natural feel with no latency.The industry-standard octave pedal, updated with enhanced features.This gives you unparalleled control over harmony and gives the OC-5 its remarkable versatility. However, if you only want the bass note affected simply set the range to 'lowest' and only the lowest note of each chord will have the octave applied.
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If you want full chords embellished with 3 octave harmony, leave the setting at max. Giving you total control over which parts of your sound get harmonised certifies the OC-5 as the most versatile octaver currently available. The variable range control is what really separates the OC-5 apart from the pack. This allows for simple optimisation of your sound based on instrument and again adds a level of intuitiveness simply not found on other octave pedals. This improved response is complemented by a clever new feature which is the Guitar/Bass switch, located on the top of the unit. When the 'poly' mode is selected, these improvements become truly noticeable and you'll see instant synchronisation between the octave effects and your playing. Boss' box of polyphonic tricksĪmong the many updates in the OC-5 is Boss' new tracking engine for improved response. A true classic reimagined for the modern age. Separate controls for -1 and -2 octaves also makes tweaking your sound much easier, and you'll likely find yourself spending hours dialling in different variations of octave goodness. No latency is the biggest of these - now you get instant octave response helping your playing be even tighter. With 'Vintage' mode selected, the OC-5 perfectly recreates all the quirks of the original OC-2, just with a few revolutionary upgrades. Now, with the Boss OC-5, they have changed the game once again. When Boss released the OC-2 in 1984, they changed the pedal landscape with a distinctive octave effect that earned its legacy as a cult classic.
