Boss IR2 Amp/Cabinet Sim
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$329.00 incl GST
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BOSS IR-2 AMP & CABINET
A professional direct guitar solution in a BOSS compact pedal.
TAKE YOUR SIGNATURE SOUND EVERYWHERE
When using a regular guitar amplifier, getting consistent tones in different performance situations can sometimes be a challenge. With the compact and versatile IR-2 in your rig, you’re always ready to deliver your signature sound directly to a house PA or recording setup when needed. Choose from 11 premium amp types paired with Celestion Digital IRs and instantly tweak your sound via simple controls. Use the mono/stereo loop for post-amp effects and plug in headphones for monitoring and quiet practice. And with onboard USB-C, you can easily interface with music software and load in your favourite cab IRs.
FEATURES
- Premium amp emulator and cabinet IR loader in a BOSS compact pedal
- Exceptional audio quality with 32-bit floating-point processing and 96 kHz sampling rate
- Eleven different amp types and high-quality cab IRs from Celestion Digital
- Simple user interface with Level, Gain, Bass, Middle, and Treble controls
- Ambience effect with dedicated control
- Mono input and stereo outputs
- Mono/stereo loop for patching in mod, delay, and reverb effects after the amp emulation
- Headphones jack for practice
- USB-C for recording and audio playback via a computer or iOS device
- Switch between two amp/cab tones with the pedal switch or an external footswitch
- Dedicated IR-2 IR Loader app (macOS/Windows) for loading your own cabinet IRs
- Amp and cabinet sections can be turned on/off independently for isolated use
- BOSS five-year warranty
PRO GUITAR SOUNDS TO GO
The IR-2 packs the inspiring sounds of classic tube amps and mic’d speaker cabinets in a standard stompbox footprint, giving you easy access to studio-grade tones on quiet stages, fly dates, recording gigs, and practice sessions. Backed by decades of BOSS tone expertise, every selection delivers the same expressive nuance and dynamic touch response of a real amp and cabinet. Audio quality is also top-notch, thanks to advanced DSP, 32-bit floating point processing, and a 96 kHz sampling rate.
INSPIRING TONES FOR EVERY STYLE
Eleven solid platforms dish up every guitar amp flavor, from famous tube combos to vintage and modern stacks. There are also several original BOSS amps, including a high-gain Brown type derived from the Katana series. The amps are all paired with curated Celestion Digital IRs for dialling up polished sounds right away. If you prefer to use cab IRs from your own collection, you can load them into the pedal via USB-C and a dedicated app.
IMMEDIATE SOUND CREATION
With the IR-2’s intuitive interface, you’ll be ready to play in seconds. Simply select an amp type and tweak the sound with familiar amp-style controls. Then twist the Ambience knob to add some natural spaciousness and depth if desired. You can plug your other pedals into the IR-2’s input, just like you would with an amp. If you want to go further, use the send/return loop to patch mod, delay, and reverb effects into the chain after the amp sounds. The TRS return jack supports stereo operation, letting you pass stereo effects to the IR-2’s audio outputs.
PLAY AND RECORD ANYWHERE
Adding the IR-2 to your pedalboard greatly expands its versatility, giving you a complete guitar sound solution everywhere you play.
PRACTICE AND REHEARSAL
Connect headphones and enjoy top-quality guitar tones in every practice session, whether playing at home or traveling on the road. And prepare for upcoming shows with the same pedalboard setup you’ll use on stage. Audio playback from a computer or iOS device is supported via USB-C, allowing you to jam with songs from your music library and follow along with lessons from YouTube and other sources.
STAGE PERFORMANCE
Take the guesswork out of great stage sound and perform with consistent tones in every venue. Sending a feed from the IR-2’s outputs to a house PA system provides a studio-quality signal that’s not affected by the performance environment. And if you need more than one amp sound while performing, you can toggle between two IR-2 amp/cab setups with the pedal switch or an external footswitch.
RECORDING
Via the IR-2’s USB-C connector, send the sound of your complete rig directly to music recording software. Add tracks to full productions in a computer DAW. Or plug into your smartphone and capture inspiration on the move. You can monitor audio from the IR-2 and your software through headphones, eliminating the need to use a separate audio interface.
IR-2 GUITAR AMPS & CABINET IR’s
| Amp Type | Description | Celestion Digital IR |
| CLEAN | BOSS original amp with a natural clean sound | 1×12” Celestion V-Type |
| TWN | Fender Twin Reverb | 2×12” Celestion A-Type |
| TWEED | 1959 Fender Bassman | 4×10” Celestion G10 Gold |
| DIAMOND | Vox AC-30 | 2×12” Celestion Blue |
| CRUNCH | BOSS original amp with a high-clarity crunch sound | 2×12” Celestion G12-65 |
| BRIT | Marshall 1959 Super Lead | 4×12” Celestion G12M-Heritage |
| HI-GAIN | BOSS original amp with smooth, well-defined gain sounds | 4×12” Celestion G12M Creamback |
| SLDN | Soldano SLO-100 | 4×12” Celestion Vintage 30 |
| BROWN | BOSS original high-gain amp derived from the Katana series | 4×12” Celestion G12M-Heritage |
| MODDED | BOSS original amp with extreme gain and high definition | 4×12” Celestion G12K-100 |
| RFIER | MESA/Boogie Dual Rectifier (Channel 2, Modern mode) | 4×12” Celestion Vintage 30 |
| Sampling Frequency | 96 kHz |
| AD Conversion | 24 bits + AF method (Adaptive Focus method from Roland & BOSS) |
| (Improves SN ratio) | |
| DA Conversion | 32 bits |
| Processing | 32-bit floating point |
| IR Cabinet Data Format | Mono, Max 500 ms, 44.1/48/96 kHz, 16/24/32-bit linear/floating point |
| Preset IR Cabinet | 11 |
| User IR Cabinet Slot | 11 (same slots as preset IR cabinet) |
| Nominal Input Level | INPUT, RETURN: -20 dBu |
| Maximum Input Level | INPUT, RETURN: +7 dBu |
| Input Impedance | INPUT, RETURN: 1 MΩ |
| Nominal Output Level | OUTPUT A (MONO), OUTPUT B, SEND, PHONES: -20 dBu |
| Maximum Output Level | OUTPUT A (MONO), OUTPUT B, SEND, PHONES: +7 dBu |
| Output Impedance | OUTPUT A (MONO), OUTPUT B, SEND: 1 kΩ |
| PHONES: 44 Ω | |
| Recommended Load Impedance | OUTPUT A (MONO), OUTPUT B, SEND: 10 kΩ or greater |
| PHONES: 44 Ω or greater | |
| Bypass | Buffered bypass |
| Controls | Type, GAIN, TREBLE, LEVEL, MIDDLE, AMBIENCE, BASS, Pedal switch |
| Indicator | CHECK indicator (Channel and battery status) |
| Connectors | INPUT, OUTPUT A/B, SEND, RETURN, CH SEL, PHONES, USB Type-C(R) |
| Power Supply | Alkaline battery (9 V, 6LR61 or 6LF22, commercially available) |
| AC adaptor (PSA series: sold separately) | |
| Current Draw | 160 mA |
| Expected Battery Life | Alkaline: Approx. 3.5 hours (6LR61) |
| Dimensions | 73 (W) x 129 (D) x 59 (H) mm |
| 2-7/8 (W) x 5-1/8 (D) x 2-3/8 (H) inches | |
| Weight (including battery) | 450 g |
| 1 lb | |
| Accessories | Leaflet (“USING THE UNIT SAFELY,” “IMPORTANT NOTES,” and “Information”) |
| Dry battery (9 V, 6LR61 or 6LF22) | |
| Options (sold separately) | AC adaptor: PSA series |
| Footswitch: FS-5U | |
| Dual footswitch: FS-6, FS-7 |
This product is covered by a 5 year manufacturer warranty.
Although we are not authorised to determine if any repair is covered under warranty, if the item was purchased through World of Music, then we are often the best people to facilitate the claim for you and will do so as timely as possible. Warranty does not apply to cosmetic damage or faults that are a result of user neglect. Although your mate is really handy with a soldering iron, any product modification or home repair will also result in a void warranty.
Quite often, something perceived as a fault is as simple as a faulty cable or power issue so we always suggest checking over Frequently Asked Questions on the manufacturer website first. It can be a helpful approach to getting to the bottom of a problem and save you a lot of time in getting your gear back up and running!
This item ships via courier; fully insured for your peace of mind. Orders require a signature on delivery and we suggest using an address where someone will be present for the speediest delivery time. For delivery attempts with no one present to sign, your order will be taken to the courier depot and a card will be left for you to organise redelivery.
