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BOSS VE-8

BOSS VE-8

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$379.50at Musician's FriendChecked 12 h ago

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $379.50 at Musician's Friend on Nov 10.
  • Checked at 2 stores.
  • Our take on the BOSS VE-8

    The BOSS VE-8 is a compact vocal and acoustic-guitar processor built for singer-songwriters who perform live. It combines vocal harmony and doubling, guitar effects, a looper and a tuner in one floor unit, with XLR outputs for the PA. Compared with a plain vocal harmonizer, it adds guitar processing and looping, so it replaces several pedals. Reviewers like the all-in-one convenience and the solid BOSS build; some find the menus and setup fiddly at first.

    Best forSolo acoustic singer-songwritersSmall-venue live performersBusking and coffeehouse setsPlayers who want harmonies and looping in one unit
    Pros
    • Vocal harmony and doubling plus guitar effects in one pedal
    • Built-in looper and tuner
    • XLR outputs connect straight to a PA or mixer
    • USB and aux input for backing tracks and recording
    • Rugged BOSS metal chassis
    Cons
    • Menu-driven editing is not instant on stage
    • Harmonies track guitar chords, so playing must be clean
    • Guitar amp simulation is basic compared with dedicated modelers
    • No MIDI control

    BOSS VE-8 prices at every store

    • Musician's FriendNew

      In stock

      $379.50Checked 12 h ago
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    • Guitar CenterNew

      In stock

      $387.98Free shippingChecked 12 h ago
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    BOSS VE-8 price history

    Lowest price we've seen: $379.50 on Nov 11 at Musician's Friend. Tracked across 2 stores since Nov 11.

    What reviewers say

    Owners of the VE-8 generally praise it as a practical one-box rig for solo acoustic gigs, with usable harmonies and a handy looper. The main complaints are the learning curve and menu diving, plus harmonies that can wobble on messy chord voicings.

    What people mention
    • HarmoniesPraisedOwners say the vocal harmony and doubling effects sound natural enough for live acoustic sets.
    • Ease of useMixedReviewers find the menus and setup fiddly at first, though manageable once learned.
    • LooperPraisedThe built-in looper is called a useful space-saver for solo performers.
    • Guitar tonesMixedThe guitar effects and amp simulation are seen as adequate rather than outstanding.
    • BuildPraisedBuyers describe the metal chassis as solid and roadworthy.

    Specifications

    Effects Device Sound Enhancement
    Octave, Delay, Reverb, Chorus, Phaser, Equalizer, TremoloSource
    Width (")
    8.5Source
    Color
    SilverSource
    Outputs
    XLRSource
    Effects Device Type

    Questions and answers

    What does the BOSS VE-8 do?
    It processes vocals and acoustic guitar together: harmonies, doubling, reverb and delay for voice, effects for guitar, plus a looper and tuner.
    Can I plug it straight into a PA?
    Yes. It has XLR outputs for the PA or mixer, alongside a 1/4-inch instrument input, aux input and USB.
    Does it work without a guitar?
    The vocal effects work alone, but the harmony engine follows guitar chords, so harmonies track best with a guitar connected.
    Is it good for recording?
    It has USB audio, so it can feed a computer, but it is designed mainly as a live performance tool.
    How big and heavy is it?
    It measures about 8.5 by 6.3 by 2.6 inches and weighs roughly 2.9 pounds, small enough for a pedalboard.
    Where is the BOSS VE-8 cheapest?
    At Musician's Friend, for $379.50, as of our latest check.
    Where can I buy the BOSS VE-8?
    2 stores we checked sell it, including Musician's Friend, Guitar Center.

    Stores we've priced the BOSS VE-8 at

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    DigitalSource
    Height (")
    2.6Source
    Depth (")
    6.3Source
    Inputs
    6.3 mm (1/4"RTS) Instrument, AUX (3.5 mm), USBSource
    Weight (lb)
    2.9Source