Boss has announced the SL-2 Slicer, a compact pedal version of its legacy Twin Pedal SL-20 Slicer Audio Pattern Processor. The SL-2 provides expanded capabilities while shrinking the size to the pedalboard-friendly Boss compact format.
Designed to chop sound into percussive patterns, and capable of processing audio with internal filters and effects, the SL-2 has 88 onboard memories preloaded with eight pattern types and 11 variations. Users can connect to Boss Tone Studio over USB to audition and load further patterns, and organise memory setups for different songs.
With the SL-2’s interface, users can dial in sophisticated textures in seconds. Attack and Duty knobs provide waveform control for a wide range of audio effects, from hard, percussive chops to soft, fluttering tones. The tempo can be adjusted with a dedicated knob or hands-free by holding the pedal switch to enable tap tempo mode. A Balance knob and ±12dB of output level adjustment provide control over the direct/effect mix.
Beyond a standard mono set-up, the SL-2 offers two outputs and seven output modes. Players can surround listeners in animated movement using a variety of stereo and 3D processing options, and it’s also possible to send direct and effected audio to different destinations.
Connecting an external footswitch to the pedal provides tap tempo access or the ability to engage the effect with momentary presses. Alternatively, an expression pedal can be used to control knob parameters or the overall level. With the TRS Midi input, users can sync SL-2 grooves to a drum machine, DAW or any other device that sends Midi clock. It’s also possible to control expression, tempo, and bypass functions via Midi CC messages.
The Boss SL-2 Slicer is shipping now at US$169.99.
