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Boss OC-3 Dual Super Octave Pedal

Item ID: OC3

"Super Octave" Polyphonic Octave Pedal for Guitar or Bass with Built-In Overdrive

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Stellar Octave Effects for Guitarists and Bassists Alike!

The BOSS OC-3 Super Octave pedal does more than simply add an octave effect to your guitar. You get three different modes, plus the ability to plug in a guitar or a bass. Choose between the cool Polyphonic Octave mode, the Drive mode (with distortion), and BOSS's original OC-2 mode. Whether you're going for mind-blowing psychedelic polyphonic sounds or want to add an aggressive edge to your solos, the OC-3 Super Octave has you covered. Since it has an independent bass input, you can use the OC-3 Super Octave for low-end workouts, too.

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BOSS OC-3 Super Octave Guitar/Bass Effect Pedal Features at a Glance:
  • Compact pedal with true polyphonic octave effects
  • Drive mode adds distortion to octave notes for a fatter, more aggressive tone
  • Includes the original OC-2 mode, capable of producing notes one and two octaves down
  • Poly Octave effect adjustable to play within a specific note range
  • Bass input for adapting octave sound to bass guitars

The BOSS OC-3 Super Octave pedal adds incredible octave effects to both guitars and basses!

The BOSS OC-3 Super Octave pedal does more than simply add an octave effect to your guitar - you get three different modes plus the ability to plug in a guitar or a bass. Choose between the cool Polyphonic Octave mode, the Drive mode (with distortion), and BOSS's original OC-2 mode. Whether you're going for mindblowing psychedelic polyphonic sounds or want to add an aggressive edge to your solos, the OC-3 Super Octave has you covered. Since it has an independent bass input, you can use the OC-3 Super Octave for low-end workouts, too.

BOSS OC-3 Super Octave Guitar/Bass Effect Pedal Features:
  • Compact pedal with true polyphonic octave effects
  • Drive mode adds distortion to octave notes for a fatter, more aggressive tone
  • Includes the original OC-2 mode, capable of producing notes one and two octaves down
  • Poly Octave effect adjustable to play within a specific note range
  • Bass input for adapting octave sound to bass guitars

The BOSS OC-3 Super Octave pedal adds incredible octave effects to both guitars and basses!
Specification Detail
Type Octave
Inputs 2 x Instrument (guitar, bass)
Outputs 2 x 1/4" (mono, direct)
Power Supply Included No
Batteries 1 x 9V
Height 2.375"
Depth 5.125"
Width 2.875"
Weight 1 lb
Manufacturer Part Number OC-3

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based on 6 reviews

Roland / Boss OC-3 Pedal is a GREAT pedal.

by Mike Knox from Liberty, MO
November 29, 2012
Music Background: Over 40 years in the Music business as a musician, songwriter, producer, studio owner, etc.
Like all of the Roaldn (Boss) pedals the OC-3 Super Octave delivers great sound and performance in a quality built pedal. You really can't go wrong with Boss Pedals.

Excellent oc pedal and overdrive pedal!

by Tony from Longview, WA
December 23, 2011
Music Background: Beginning musician
Contrary to another review; the oc-3 is great for down-tuned guitars; if you know what your doing. In fact I have only used it w/my baritone and it sounds terrific on poly or drive mode! The only prob... read more [+]lem with using this pedal for low tunings is on oc-2 mode because it can lower the Octave by 2 (extremely low), however if you want some cool bass sounds
for effect it works great on oc-2 as well.
Another great durable pedal from BOSS.











durable pedal from BOSS! close [-]

Awesome Octave Pedal!

by Dulcimerist from Billings, MT
October 22, 2006
Music Background: Active Musician & Recording Engineer
Before ordering the Boss OC-3, I tried out the Boss OC-2 and MXR M-103 Blue Box. The polyphonic octave feature is what led me to choose the Boss OC-3, and I'm extremely happy with my decision! This st... read more [+]ompbox provides a stable and excellent-sounding effect in polyphonic mode, even with full chords! For a cleaner bass sound, I send its output straight to one channel of the amp, sending its direct sound through my delay-chorus-reverb chain before reaching the other channel of my amp. The results are AWESOME!!! 2-octave mode gives excellent low-end, which allows a regular guitar to do effective single-finger bass work. Drive mode is just plain fun, giving a decent distortion sound when playing single notes. My one complaint is that Boss makes their effects pedals out of plastic, rather than the metal housing I'm used to in DigiTech pedals. Boss pedals feel extremely lightweight in comparison. I do love my Boss OC-3, and am glad I purchased it! I highly recommend this little gem! close [-]

Rump Shaker!!!1

by Hop from SC
April 12, 2012
Music Background: Pro/Semi-Pro Musician
I love this pedal. It's great for adding a really sweet sub-octave tone...but I use it for solos primarily through the polyphonic mode (the best mode on this pedal and most useable.) I would give it f... read more [+]ive stars except that it uses batteries ENTIRELY too quick, even for an octave pedal...get the adapter! close [-]

good for guitar or bass

by Angelo Esposito from Philadelphia
September 27, 2008
Music Background: Studio Session Player
I bought this unit for my basses but like this as a guitar effect better, it gives you a variety of sounds plus the option to use for guitar or bass. I have made this one of my guitar effects and opte... read more [+]d to go with the EBS Octobass unit, I think it has a better sound and tone reproduction due to the fact its a dedicated unit for the bass, however i still recomend the Boss unit to anone interested in this effect unit close [-]
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