BOSS Gigcaster 5 Audio Streaming Mixer Owner’s Manual

: June 12, 2024
: Boss

Table of Contents

BOSS Gigcaster 5 Audio Streaming Mixer
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
DEALER PRODUCT INFORMATION FILE
IN THE BOX
RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES
DESCRIPTION
WEIGHTS & MEASURES
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
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BOSS Gigcaster 5 Audio Streaming Mixer

Product Information

Name: GIGCASTER 5

Type: Audio Streaming Mixer

Description: All-in-One Audio Hub for Streaming Musicians

Availability: May 2023

Country of Origin: Malaysia

Product Code: 425221

Serialized: Yes

Recommended Accessories

AC adaptor: PSD series
Footswitch: FS-5U
Dual Footswitch: FS-6
Expression Pedal: FV-500L, FV-500H, Roland EV-5
Instrument Cable: BIC Series
TRS Cable: BCC-TRA Series
Mic Cable: Roland RMC Series
Headphones: Roland RH Series / V-MODA

Product Usage Instructions

To use the GIGCASTER 5 Audio Streaming Mixer, follow these steps:

Connect the GIGCASTER 5 to your computer using the provided USB interface.
Ensure that the GIGCASTER 5 is powered on and properly connected.
If you are using accessories such as a footswitch, expression pedal, or instrument/mic cables, connect them to the appropriate ports on the GIGCASTER 5.
If you are using headphones for monitoring, connect them to the headphone output port on the GIGCASTER 5.
Refer to the owner’s manual and leaflet for detailed instructions on operating the GIGCASTER 5 safely and effectively.

Note: It is recommended to use the recommended accessories mentioned above for optimal performance and compatibility with the GIGCASTER 5.

DEALER PRODUCT INFORMATION FILE

EMBARGO 20 APR 2023 • 08:00GMT / 09:00CET

All-in-one USB interface solution designed for online musicians, music educators, podcasters, and music-focused content creators Gigcaster 5 is a powerful all-in-one audio command center purpose-built for musicians who live stream and create audio and video content. It provides a host of advanced features in a space-saving desktop interface, including premium audio connectivity and live operation via hands-on controls and a vivid color touchscreen.
Plug in a guitar or bass and play with flagship-level GT amps and effects. Connect mics and shape voices with studio-grade processing from the VE series. And bring in another instrument using the stereo line input. You can mix up to five sources as you stream, including background music and sound from a remote guest or student. Adding in customizable features, external control support, and more, Gigcaster 5 is an essential partner for music performers, remote educators, podcasters, and anyone creating music-focused media.

All-in-one USB interface solution designed for music-focused content creators
Advanced audio and control features in a space-saving footprint
Premium sound quality with 32-bit floating-point processing and 48 kHz sampling rate
Five-channel audio mixer and numerous sound-shaping tools
High-impedance input for direct connection of a guitar or bass
Two XLR jacks for mics and stereo line input for electronic instruments
Mic inputs feature phantom power and high-grade preamps with low noise and wide gain range (+70 dB)
Flagship-quality BOSS amps and effects derived from the GT-1000
Dedicated vocal effects, harmony, and voice transformer functions derived from VE vocal processors
Ready-to-go preset libraries provide optimized sound processing for guitar, bass, singing, and speaking
Dedicated stereo channels for remote guests and mobile device audio streamed via Bluetooth®
4.3-inch color touch display for intuitive control
Independent faders and mute buttons for the five audio input channels and master output
Onscreen effect pads for customizable live effects control
Talkback function for discrete communication between presenters
The ducking function automatically lowers the background music volume while speaking
Two headphone outputs with dedicated EQs
Headphones 1 output supports a headset mic or inline mic
Also works as a 16×12 USB audio interface for multitrack recording in music production software
Runs on USB bus power* or included AC adaptor
Supports hands-free operation via optional BOSS footswitches, expression pedals, and a GA-FC/GA-FC EX foot controller
Dedicated Gigcaster 5 App for sound pad playback, parameter editing, backup, and audio file conversion