Boss SL-2 Slicer

Infuse your music with vibrant rhythmic energy and access inspiring creative tools with the SL-2 Slicer. An original BOSS instrument that slices your sound into unique percussive patterns—some enhanced with built-in filters and effects—and offers multiple output options that bring grooves to life in the stereo field.

Evolved from the legendary SL-20 Slicer, the SL-2 offers expanded capabilities in a smaller, pedalboard-friendly BOSS compact format. Instantly enhance performances with 88 built-in patterns and discover more with the BOSS Tone Studio app. Turn knobs to instantly tweak audio tracks and sync to songs with tap tempo and MIDI. Fun and easy to use, the SL-2 brings new musical power to creators of all kinds: from guitarists, keyboardists, loopers, DJs, beatmakers and more.

The famous BOSS Slicer effect in an advanced compact pedal

Create catchy-sounding grooves instantly with single or dual Slicer tracks, enhanced with several built-in effects.
There are 88 pre-loaded patterns (eight types with 11 variations each) with memory locations.
Adjust the waveform and length of the sliced ​​audio with the Attack and Duty knobs.
Adjust the overall effect level within a range of +/-12 dB.
Mono/stereo input and output, suitable for integration with any device.
Seven stereo output modes: Fixed, EFX/Direct, Random, Ping-Pong, Auto, 3D Cross and 3D Rotation.
Connect to the BOSS Tone Studio app (macOS/Windows) via USB, explore and download alternative patterns.
Control bypass and tap tempo with the onboard pedal switch.
Provide external parameter control by connecting two pedals or an expression pedal.
Clock synchronization and CC control via TRS MIDI input.

• Sample Rate : 48 kHz
• AD Conversion : 24 bit + AF method
• AF Method (Adaptive Focus Method) : This is a special method developed by Roland and BOSS that significantly improves the signal-to-noise (SN) ratio of the AD and DA converters.
• DA Conversion : 32 bit
• Patterns : 88
• Nominal Entry Level :
  • INPUT A (MONO), INPUT B: -20 dBu
• Maximum Entry Level :
  • INPUT A (MONO), INPUT B: +7 dBu
• Entry Provocation :
  • INPUT A (MONO), INPUT B: 1 MΩ
• Nominal Output Level :
  • OUTPUT A (MONO), OUTPUT B: -20 dBu
• Maximum Output Level :
  • OUTPUT A (MONO), OUTPUT B: +7 dBu
• Output Drive :
  • OUTPUT A (MONO), OUTPUT B: 1 kΩ
• Recommended Load Propulsion :
  • OUTPUT A (MONO), OUTPUT B: 10 kΩ or greater

Bypass : Flat Bypass
Management :

• TYPE key
• VARIATION button
• ATTACK button
• DUTY button
• TEMPO button
• BALANCE button

Pedal switch
Indicator :

• CHECK indicator (Used to check tempo and battery)

Connection ports :

• INPUT A (MONO) jack, INPUT B jack
• OUTPUT A (MONO) jack, OUTPUT B jack: 1/4 inch phone type
• CTL/EXP jack: 1/4 inch TRS phone type
• DC IN jack
• MIDI IN jack: Stereo mini phone type
• USB port: USB B

Power Supply :

• Alkaline battery (9 V, 6LR61 or 6LF22, commercially available)
• AC adapter (PSA series: sold separately)

Current Draw : 95 mA
Expected Battery Life Under Continuous Use :

• Alkaline: Approximately 2.5 hours
  ( These numbers may vary depending on the conditions of use. )

Accessories :

• Leaflet (“USING THE UNIT SAFELY”, “IMPORTANT NOTES”, and “Information”)
• Dry battery (9 V, 6LR61 or 6LF22)

Options (sold separately) :

• AC adapter: PSA series
• Pedal switch: FS-5U
• Dual pedal switch: FS-6, FS-7
• Expression pedal: FV-500H, FV-500L, EV-30, Roland EV-5
• TRS/MIDI connection cable: BMIDI-5-35, BMIDI-1-35, BMIDI-2-35, BCC-1-3535, BCC-2-3535

Size and Weight :

• Width: 73 mm (2-7/8 inches)
• Depth: 129 mm (5-1/8 inches)
• Height: 59 mm (2-3/8 inches)
• Weight (with battery): 450 g (1 lb)