OC-3: Super Octave
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OC-3: Super Octave
Features
The BOSS OC-3 Super Octave gives guitarists high-quality octave effects with a single stomp. Three modes are provided, including a new Polyphonic Octave mode, a Drive mode with distortion, and the original OC-2 mode. The versatile OC-3 also has separate inputs for both guitar and bass.- World’s first compact pedal with true Polyphonic Octave effects
- New 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
- BOSS 5-year limited warranty
Specs
- Nominal Input Level
- -20 dBu
- Input Impedance
- 1 M ohms
- Nominal Output Level
- -20 dBu
- Output Impedance
- 1 k ohms
- Recommended Load Impedance
- 10 k ohms or greater
- Residual Noise
- -96 dBu (IHF-A, Typ.)
* All knobs at center position - Controls
- Pedal switch, DIRECT LEVEL knob, OCT1 LEVEL knob, CONTROL knob, MODE knob
- Connectors
- GUITAR IN jack, BASS IN jack, OUTPUT (MONO) jack, DIRECT OUT jack, AC adaptor jack (DC 9 V)
- Power Supply
- DC 9 V: Dry battery (9 V type), AC Adaptor (PSA-series: optional)
- Current Draw
- 50 mA (DC 9 V)
- Accessories
- Owner's Manual
Dry battery (9 V type) S-006P/9 V (6F22/9 V) - Options
- AC Adaptor (PSA-Series)
- Size and Weight ( incl. battery )
- Width
- 73 mm
- 2-7/8 inches
- Depth
- 129 mm
- 5-1/8 inches
- Height
- 59 mm
- 2-3/8 inches
- Weight
- 0.4 kg
- 1 lbs.
- * 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms
- *The specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Support
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In addition, we have a library of Product Manuals and Support Documents that you can download and reference. If Support Documents are available for this product, they will be listed below.
Support Documents
- BOSS Product Catalog 2008 (PDF)
- Forging the Future - Innovation for Creative Inspiration
BOSS forges into 2008 with an awe-inspiring lineup of effects, digital studios, and accessories. - Guitar Effects Guidebook, Vol. 20 (PDF)
- OC-3 Brochure (PDF)
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