BOSS WL-20L: No Cable Tone Simulation

WIRELESS FREEDOM MADE EASY

Have you always dreamed about going wireless with your instrument, but were put off by the complicated setup, tone loss, and bulky adds-ons? If so, the WL-20 series is for you! Driven by new lightning-fast BOSS tech, these ultra-compact music tools deliver premium sound and plug-and-play operation that completely eliminates all the hassles normally associated with wireless systems.

Once you experience the easy wireless independence provided by the WL-20 series, you’ll never go back to using a standard cable again! With no worries about cable management, you’re able to move about freely while playing at home, jamming with friends, and performing on stage. During sound check at a gig, you can listen to your tone out front and dial in the best sound for your audience. And with the ability to roam and interact with other musicians, your live shows will be more dynamic and entertaining

FEATURES

• Plug-and-play wireless systems for guitar, bass, and other electronic instruments

• No complicated setup required—simply dock the transmitter and receiver together for about 10 seconds to set the optimum wireless connection

• Newly developed BOSS technology delivers premium audio performance with rock-solid stability, ultra-low latency (2.3 ms), and 50-foot/15-meter range (line-of-sight propagation)*

• Built-in rechargeable batteries provide up to 12 hours of continuous playing time**

• Simple charging with a standard USB adaptor (5 V/500 mA or greater)

• Spare WL-T Transmitter available separately

* The transmission range may vary due to local conditions.
** A full charge provides 12 hours of time for the transmitter and 7 hours for the receiver.

Lightning-Fast BOSS Wireless Technology
Equipped with high-performance BOSS wireless technology that debuted in the Katana-Air wireless guitar amp, the WL-20 series delivers exceptional sound quality with wide dynamic range. Working in the 2.4 GHz frequency band, the optimum channel is set automatically to ensure rock-solid audio performance with absolutely no drop-outs. And with ultra-low latency of just 2.3 ms, you’ll always enjoy great playing feel with no lag whatsoever. Up to 14 BOSS wireless systems can be used simultaneously in one space, allowing multiple musicians to enjoy wireless freedom at the same time.*

*Environmental conditions may affect the actual number of simultaneous systems available.

Plug In and Rock
A WL-20 system is literally as simple to use as a standard guitar cable. The small transmitter plugs into your instrument, while a matching receiver plugs into a pedal or amp. That’s it!

Automatic Wireless Setup
With the WL-20 series, there’s no fiddly channel setup required. Just dock the transmitter and receiver together for about 10 seconds to automatically set the optimum connection.

Easy Charging via USB
When docked, the built-in batteries in the transmitter and receiver can be charged together with a standard USB adaptor (5 V/500 mA or higher), the same type used with the latest smartphones and tablets. The transmitter and receiver can also be charged separately, and a micro USB cable is included for charging.

WL-20L: No Cable Tone Simulation
The WL-20L model is functionally identical to the WL-20, with the exception that it eliminates cable tone simulation. This makes it the best choice for instruments where cable capacitance has little or no effect on the tone, such as an acoustic/electric guitar with an onboard preamp, a guitar or bass with active pickups, or a line-level device like a keytar or Roland’s Aerophone digital wind instrument. The WL-20L also works great with passive pickups if you don’t need the subtle treble roll-off provided by cable tone simulation.

SPECIFICATIONS (RECEIVER)

Wireless Format: BOSS proprietary digital audio format
Wireless carrier frequency: 2.4 GHz
Compatible Channels: 14 (May vary due to local conditions)
Transmission Range: 50 feet line-of-sight (May vary due to local conditions)
Latency: 2.3 ms
Dynamic Range: 110 dB or greater
Frequency Response: 20 Hz--20 kHz
Nominal Output Level: -10 dBu
Output Impedance: 1 k ohm
Recommended Load Impedance: 10 k ohms or greater
Indicators: POWER, RECEIVE
Connectors: Output plug: 1/4-inch TRS phone type, Transmitter jack: 1/4-inch TRS phone type, DC IN 5 V port: USB Micro-B type
Power Supply: Rechargeable lithium-ion battery, supplied from the DC IN 5 V port
Current Draw: During wireless operation: 60 mA, While charging: 500mA
Battery charging time: Charging only the receiver: Approximately 3 hours, Charging simultaneously with the transmitter: Approximately 4 hours
Expected battery life under continuous use: Approximately 7 hours (These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.)
Accessories: Owner's Manual, Leaflet USING THE UNIT SAFELY, Transmitter, Micro USB cable for charging (*1) *1: Use a standard USB AC adaptor (5 V/over 0.5 A) for charging.
Width: 87 mm
Depth: 25 mm
Height: 38 mm
Weight: 60 g

SPECIFICATIONS (TRANSMITTER (WL-T))

Nominal Input Level: -10 dBu (1 M ohm)
Indicator: BATTERY
Connectors: Input plug: 1/4-inch TRS phone type, DC IN 5 V port: USB Micro-B type
Power Supply: Rechargeable lithium-ion battery, supplied from the DC IN 5 V port
Current Draw: 350mA
Battery charging time: Approximately 3 hours
Expected battery life under continuous use: Approximately 12 hours (These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.)
Width: 87 mm
Depth: 22 mm
Height: 36 mm
Weight: 43 g