tonymckenziecom | 2 years ago

The Boss IR-200 is a multi-functional pedal that every guitarist, bassist & keyboard players should have. But is it what you thought? Find out in this genuine review.

Contents:

0:00 Start
0:36 Intro
1:28 Closeup Inside and Out
3:28 Main Processor Board
9:20 Control Knobs
13:11 Input/Output
15:57 More I/O
18:12 General Info
21:12 No Editor!
22:30 The Main Chips
25:31 A Few More Specs
26:49 Downloads
27:37 More Useful Info
29:45 Good and Bad Points
32:39 The Price
33:37 Overall Score
35:26 How I Recorded the Tones
36:01 The Amp Clarification
37:45 Playing the Tones

It's a compact and versatile stomp box that offers a wide range of capabilities, making it a great tool for guitarists and musicians at any level of capability of playing.

The IR-200 features a simulated series of integrated amplifiers and IR (Impulse Response) technology that enables guitar players to recreate the sound of classic guitar amps and cabinets with remarkable accuracy. There is even room for 150 of your own IR's.

By the way there are 8 amplifiers to choose from and not surprisingly, the obvious choices...

This pedal is designed with the needs of guitarists and other musicians in mind, making it an ideal choice for both practice and performance. The Boss IR-200 is reasonably easy to use and comes with a simple IR loader application although sadly there is no Boss IR-200 editor, but you can tweak your sound with those knobs as I show you in this video and make adjustments on the fly. You can choose from a variety of built-in IRs, each with its own unique sound, or you can load your own custom IRs using the built-in USB port. Do remember you do need a PC or Apple Mac to do that.

The IR-200 is a great choice for musicians who are looking for a single, all-in-one solution for their sound. Whether you're practicing at home, rehearsing with your band, or performing in front of a live audience, this pedal will help to give you the sound you need to get the job done. There's less of the carrying heavy gear around, especially if the front of house PA is up to the job. The IR-200 is also ideal for those who are looking to expand their tone palette, as it offers an extensive library of amplifier models that can be easily accessed and loaded with the push of a button.

In terms of sound quality, the IR-200 is good but its not perfect. The built-in simulated amplifiers are designed around well known amplifiers and they try hard to deliver a rich, full-bodied tone that is perfect for both clean and distorted playing. The IR technology also ensures that you get a true-to-life representation of the classic guitar amps and cabinets that you are trying to emulate according to Boss and Roland. The IR-200 is a great choice for those who are looking for a portable, easy-to-use, and high-quality sound solution for their guitar playing.

In conclusion, the Boss IR-200 is a useful tool for every guitarist or musician. Its compact size, versatile capabilities, and good quality sound make it a good choice for players of all levels. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced professional, the IR-200 is sure to become an indispensable part of your gear setup.

Downloads are available here: https://www.boss.info/global/support/by_product/ir-200/?lang=en-JM and other info is here: https://www.boss.info/global/products/ir-200/

The IR-200 though is not really for me and I personally don't dig it as much as say the GT1000CORE that to my ears sounds better, albeit at a higher price point. For the £350.00 in the UK or $399 (approximately) in the USA there might be better devices around. The lack of any editor in my opinion downgrades the device somewhat in the value for money stakes.

This device was purchased by me at full retail price and this video is entirely unsponsored in any way. This is a real and genuine closeup review inside and out of the IR-200.

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