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Read This First
Thank you and congratulations for selecting the BOSS GS-10 Guitar Effects System with USB Audio Interface.
This package contains accessories allowing you to connect the GS-10 to your computer using USB to get even more out of the
GS-10’s great features.
In order to achieve a full understanding of the GS-10’s superior functions and capabilities, be sure to read this material before
using the GS-10.
Package Contents
GS-10
AC Adaptor
To avoid damaging your equipment, use only a BOSS
BRC Series adaptor.
USB Cable
Use this to connect the GS-10 with your computer.
To transfer data between the GS-10 and your computer
using software such as GS-10 Editor, you must first
install the USB drivers.
Be sure to read “Installing & Setup the USB Driver” in
the GS-10 Owner’s Manual (p. 125) and the Readme files
in each folder in the GS-10 Software CD-ROM.
GS-10 Owner’s Manual
This volume describes the GS-10’s functions and
explains how to operate the unit. Keep this manual at
hand so that you can refer to it whenever needed.
GS-10 Software CD-ROM
This contains special software for use when the GS-10 is
connected to a computer. The CD-ROM includes
software for Windows and Macintosh operating systems.
Refer to the Readme files on the CD-ROM for
instructions on installing and using the software.
When Using Mac OS 8/9
Either OMS or FreeMIDI must be installed prior to
installation of the drivers.
GS-10 Editor
This software allows you to edit the GS-10’s settings
from a computer. You can save the tone settings
(patches) you create as files on the computer.
GS-10 Librarian
This software lets you manage all of the GS-10’s patches
from your computer.
Service Information Sheet
Cakewalk Music Creator Manual
This provides instructions on installing, setting, and
operating Music Creator.
Cakewalk Software License Agreement
The Cakewalk Software License Agreement is found at
the end of the “Getting Started.”
The Cakewalk Software License Agreement is a contract
licensing the use of Music Creator.
This agreement licenses the user to use software
copyrighted by Twelve Tone Systems, Inc. of the United
States.
Be sure to read this agreement before opening the CDROM package.
Cakewalk Music Creator CD-ROM
Cakewalk Music Creator is an authentic yet easy-to-use
music creation software application (for Windows only).
You can use it to record, edit, and play back both audio
and MIDI data, allowing you to create music using the
GS-10’s functions.
GS-10 Drivers
These ASIO/WDM-compatible GS-10 drivers are for use
when the GS-10 is connected to a computer via USB.
In addition to handling 24-bit digital audio signals, these
also allow simultaneous reception and transmission of
MIDI messages.
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Read This First
Signal Flow
The following shows an example with devices connected to the GS-10 and the signal flow among the devices.
Computer
Expression Pedal
Foot Switch
Guitar/Bass
Mic
CD/MD
EXP/CTL 1, 2
GUITAR/
BASS
MIC
INPUT
AUX
INPUT
INPUT
SELECT
Recorder
etc.
DIGITAL
GS-10 IN
OUT
CONTROL IN
GS-10 OUT
MIDI
SELECT
CONTROL
A/D D/A
MULTI EFFECTS
CONTROL OUT
MIDI IN
MIDI OUT
USB
MIDI OUT
MIDI IN
PHONES
AMP OUT
OUTPUT
GUITAR
Speaker
Headphones
Sound
Module
Sequencer
Guitar Amp
Mixer etc.
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Audio signal
Control or MIDI signal