Product Comparison: Strymon Mobius vs Boss MD-500
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General Specifications
Brand
Strymon
Boss
Model
Mobius
MD-500
Origin
USA
Taiwan
About the Product
Mobius gives you twelve legendary, versatile, and inspirational modulation machines, all in an easy-to-use package. Go from mouthwatering vintage chorus sounds all the way to syrupy psychedelic phasers.
Powered by advanced BOSS technology, the ultra-versatile MD-500 delivers nearly any type of modulation effect a musician could want, and then some. Included are 28 different algorithms with intensive programming parameters, offering a nearly limitless sound palette to create with.
Key Specs
Type
Modulation
Modulation
Output Impedance
100 Ω
2000 Ω
Controls
Value knob, Speed knob, Depth knob, Level knob, Param 1 knob, Param 2 knob, Mode knob, A switch, B switch, Tap Tempo switch
Mode knob, Rate/Value knob, Depth knob, E.LEVEL knob, Param 1 knob, Param 2 knob, UP button, DOWN button, Exit button, EDIT button, A switch, B switch, TAP/CTL switch
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Strymon Mobius Guitar Effects Pedal
- Easy and intuitive to use.
- Setting up is super easy.
- The control on the device is great.
- Lots of functions and adjustment options.
- Looks great, sounds great.
Boss MD-500 Modulation Pedal
- Great sound, easy to use.
- Very complete effect pedal, typical boss sound.
- Very versatile, high-quality sound, like many options to configure.
- Great quality, varied in types of sounds.
- Very versatile and sounds amazing.
Size & Weight
Height
6.73 in.
6.69 in.
Width
5.11 in.
5.43 in.
Depth
2.4 in.
2.44 in.
Weight
1.41 lbs.
2.2 lbs.
Features
Display
Yes
Yes
Input(s)
2x 1/4", Expression/Control, MIDI
2x 1/4", Expression/Control, MIDI
Output(s)
2x 1/4", MIDI
2x 1/4", MIDI, USB
Recording Feature
No
No
Power Supply
AC Adaptor
AC Adaptor, Alkaline battery
Extras
Modulation multi-effects pedal, 12 modulation types available, Rugged Design
Studio-level sound, 12 modes and 28 modulation types, Runs on four AA-size batteries, Rugged Design
What customers say about "Features"
Strymon Mobius Guitar Effects Pedal
- Easy to use and fully featured.
- Superb quality, build really solid.
- The pedal is very well made.
- Great sounding pedal. Fantastic price.
- Great pedal. Works well.
Boss MD-500 Modulation Pedal
- Fantastic sound quality. Amazing controls.
- Excellent quality, great tone.
- Awesome sound with my guitar.
- This pedal is powerful and versatile!
- Built like a tank. Easy to use.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
5 year(s)
Certifications
CE
CE
Other Information
MSRP
449.00 $
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