BOSS OC-5 Octave Effect Pedal Stompbox for Guitar or Bass

The BOSS OC-5 Octave Pedal represents a quantum leap forward in octave processing technology, combining the beloved character of the legendary 1982 OC-2 with cutting-edge tracking capabilities that deliver unprecedented accuracy and responsiveness. This latest iteration from BOSS sets a new benchmark for octave pedals, offering musicians access to three full octaves of sonic exploration through its innovative design. The pedal's newly developed tracking engine eliminates latency issues while providing clean, precise performance that responds naturally to your playing dynamics.

Two distinct modes cater to different playing styles and musical applications. Vintage mode faithfully recreates the warm, present mono sound of the original OC-2 that has graced countless recordings, while the enhanced Poly mode allows for full chord processing with octave effects. The intelligent Range control in Poly mode restricts the effect to lower notes, enabling players to maintain clean chord work in higher registers while adding octave bass lines below. The “Lowest” setting takes this concept further by applying the octave effect exclusively to the bottom note of any chord.

The addition of an octave-up effect expands creative possibilities significantly, working in both Vintage and Poly modes to create faux 12-string textures, unique lead tones, or extended chord voicings when blended with the octave-down effects. Practical features include a dedicated guitar/bass optimisation switch and a Direct Out jack for wet/dry routing to separate amplifiers or recording channels. With BOSS's renowned build quality and five-year warranty, the OC-5 delivers the widest range, finest sound quality, and most responsive playability available in any octave pedal today.