
Roland Boss SYB-5 Bass Synthesizer Pedal

The Boss SYB-5 Bass Synthesizer Pedal delivers 11 dynamic synth sounds, responsive tracking, and waveform manipulation, giving bassists deep, expressive tones for funk, electronic, and experimental styles.

Product Description
The Boss SYB-5 Bass Synthesizer Pedal brings fat, analog-style synth tones to bass players with 11 dynamic waveform types, including Saw, Square, and Pulse waves. It offers real-time control via an expression pedal (optional) for adjusting filter and modulation parameters on the fly.
With enhanced tracking, the SYB-5 ensures precise note articulation, making it perfect for funk grooves, EDM-inspired basslines, and experimental sounds. A built-in Hold function allows sustained synth tones, while fine-tuned envelope controls provide detailed tone shaping. Whether you're looking for deep sub-bass or vintage-style synth leads, the SYB-5 delivers.
- 11 DSP variations of saw, square, and pulse synth waves
- Enhanced Wave Shape mode provides sharper sounds
- Hold notes with the onboard pedal and jam over the top
- Control filter cutoff and LFO rate via EV-5 Expression Pedal
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Product Specifications
Features | |
Nominal Input Level | -20 dBu |
Input Impedance | 1 M ohm |
Nominal Output Level | -20 dBu |
Output Impedance | 1 k ohm |
Recommended Load Impedance | 10 k ohms or greater |
Bypass | Buffered bypass |
Controls | MODE knob |
Controls | DECAY/RATE knob |
Controls | FREQ/RES(Frequency/Resonance) knob |
Controls | EFFECT/DIRECT(Effect Level/Direct Level) knob |
Controls | Pedal switch |
Indicator | CHECK indicator (Used for indication of check battery) |
Connectors | INPUT jack: 1/4-inch phone type |
Connectors | OUTPUT A(MONO)/OUTPUT B jack: 1/4-inch phone type |
Connectors | EXP jack: 1/4-inch stereo phone type |
Connectors | DC IN jack |
Power Supply | Alkaline battery (9 V, 6LR61) or Carbon-zinc battery (9 V, 6F22) |
Power Supply | AC adaptor (PSA series: sold separately) |
Current Draw | 50 mA |
Expected battery life under continuous use | Alkaline: Approx. 6 hours |
Expected battery life under continuous use | Carbon: Approx. 2 hours |
Accessories | Owner's manual |
Accessories | Mode Label |
Accessories | Leaflet ("USING THE UNIT SAFELY," "IMPORTANT NOTES," and "Information") |
Accessories | Alkaline battery (9 V, 6LR61) |
Options (sold separately) | AC adaptor: PSA series |
Options (sold separately) | Expression pedal: Roland EV-5/BOSS EV-30, FV-500L, FV-500H |