BOSS / GCS-5

Gigcaster 5, a high-quality streaming mixer developed for musicians, is compactly packed with many of the functions required for streaming. Equipped with a highly versatile 5-channel mixer function, this single unit can be used in a variety of situations, from live streaming to online lessons to recording.

Built-in amp/effects inherited from BOSS's flagship effects processor GT-1000, and a variety of vocal effects inherited from the VE series. By connecting a guitar or microphone, you can instantly stream your performance with high-quality sound.
Equipped with independent faders for each channel and a color display that supports touch operations, it also provides intuitive and smooth operation. Gigcaster 5 is a new solution unique to a musical instrument manufacturer that makes live streaming, which used to be difficult, extremely accessible.

■Features
1. A compact all-in-one solution and tool for live streaming using musical instruments and high-quality podcasts.
2. High-quality sound with 48kHz sampling rate and internal 32bit float processing
3. 5-channel mixer function that supports various inputs
4. Input compatible with Hi-Z input that allows you to directly connect a guitar or bass
5. Two XLR jacks with phantom power
6. Low-noise, high-quality +70dB microphone preamp allows connection of any microphone.
7. Equipped with BOSS's high-quality guitar and bass amplifiers/effects
8. Voice effects specialized for vocals and conversations
9. Various preset patches for guitar, vocals, and conversation.
10.Equipped with essential effects for mixing, such as compressor and EQ on each channel
11. Dedicated channel for connecting mobile devices via Bluetooth and assigning background music and remote guest audio
12. Intuitive operation with 4.3-inch color touch display
13. 5 input channels and outputs each with independent faders and mute buttons
14. Effect pad function with freely customizable settings
15. Talk-back function convenient for communication between broadcasters
16. Ducking function that automatically lowers the BGM volume when an instrument or microphone signal is input
17. Two headphone jacks, including one headset compatible jack, each with independent EQ
18. Equipped with USB audio compatible with 2MIX and multitrack recording
19. Two power supply methods using USB bus power* or the included PSD adapter *A power supply of (5V/3A or more) is required for USB bus power drive.
20. Supports expanded control with optional GA-FC, footswitch, and expression pedal
21. If you connect the dedicated app Gigcaster 5 App (Windows/macOS), you can play audio with touch operations and back up the main unit settings.

■Main specifications
●Sample rate: 48kHz
● AD conversion: 24 bits
● DA conversion: 32 bits
●Internal calculation: 32-bit floating point
● USB audio 48kHz, 32 bit Number of inputs: 16ch Number of outputs: 12ch
● Bluetooth: A2DP, HFP
●Effect patch: GUITAR: 200 (user) + 100 (preset), SING: 200 (user) + 30 (preset), TALK: 200 (user) + 30 (preset)
●Number of effects used simultaneously
GUITAR: 1 channel (DISTORTION, PREAMP, EQ, NS, PEDAL FX, FX1, FX2, FX3, DELAY/REVERB)
SING: 2 channels (COMP, ENHANCE, DESS, EQ, NS, PITCH CORRECT, HARMONY, FX1, FX2, FX3, DELAY/REVERB)
　TALK: 3 channels (COMP, ENHANCE, DESS, EQ, NS, FX1, FX2)
CONSOLE: 5 channels (COMP, ENHANCE, DESS, NS, FX)
　OUTPUT:COMP, REVERB
●Nominal input level (variable) GUITAR INPUT: -10dBu MIC INPUT 1, 2: -40dBu INST INPUT (L/R): -10dBu
●Input impedance GUITAR INPUT: 1M Ω MIC INPUT 1, 2: 5.6k Ω INST INPUT (L/R): 100k Ω
●Nominal output level MAIN OUT L, R: -10dBu
●Output impedance MAIN OUT L, R: 1k Ω PHONES 1, 2: 47 Ω
●Recommended load impedance MAIN OUT L, R: 10k Ω or more
●Display: Color graphic LCD (480 x 272 dots) with touch screen
●Controls: CH1 -5 edit button, OUTPUT edit button, CH1 -5 mute button, OUTPUT mute button, CH1 -5 monitor button,
EFFECTS button, SOUND button, CH1 -5 fader, OUTPUT fader, Headphones 1 and 2 knobs
●Connection terminals Guitar terminal: Standard type, Microphone 1-2 terminal: XLR type, Balanced, Phantom power: DC 48V 10mA Max
Instrument (L, R) terminals: Standard type, MAIN OUT (L, R) terminals: Standard type, Headphone 1 terminal: Stereo mini type (CTIA)
Headphone 2 terminal: Stereo mini type, FOOT SW terminal: TRS standard type, USB terminal: USB type C, DC IN terminal
●Power source: AC adapter (PSD-100), USB bus power
●Current consumption: 1.6A (when phantom power is on), 1.5A (when phantom power is off)
●External dimensions: 177 (width) x 216 (depth) x 78 (height) mm
●Mass: 0.96kg
●Accessories: AC adapter (PSD-100), instruction manual, ""Safety Precautions"" flyer, warranty card
●Optional accessories Footswitch: FS-5U, Dual footswitch: FS-6, Expression pedal: FV-500L/500H, Roland EV-5
Foot controller: GA-FC