The BOSS BP - 1W is an amazing guitar effects pedal. The vintage BOSS CE - 1 Chorus Ensemble and RE - 201 Space Echo are well - known for their inspiring and influential effect sounds. They're also adored for their variable analogue preamp circuitry that can instantly add character, body, and richness to any guitar tone. Now, with the BP - 1W in a premium Waza Craft pedal, you can access two classic preamp tones and a natural, clear voice that acts as a standard clean boost.
Features:
- Waza Craft innovation offers a top - notch analogue tone experience.
- It's a high - end booster and preamp pedal with analogue circuitry from legendary BOSS and Roland effects.
- Has a versatile design with three selectable modes.
- CE mode recreates the bright, bell - like preamp sound of the BOSS CE - 1 Chorus Ensemble.
- RE mode reproduces the fat, warm preamp sound of the Roland RE - 201 Space Echo.
- NAT mode gives a natural clean boost with little sound coloration.
- The Gain knob controls the saturation amount in the signal.
- The Level knob adjusts the overall volume and drives the inputs of amps and other pedals.
- You can select a standard or vintage input buffer with different tone and response features.
- Made in Japan.
Specifications:
- Bypass: Buffered bypass.
- Controls: Gain, Level, Buffer (STD/VTG SW), Mode.
- Power: Alkaline battery (9 V, 6LR61), AC adaptor (PSA series: sold separately).
- Current Draw: 60 mA.
- Battery Life: Alkaline: About 4.5 hours (actual use may vary).
- Included Accessories: Leaflet “Using the Unit Safely”, Dry battery (9 V, 6LR61).
- Dimensions: 73 mm (W) x 129 mm (D) x 59 mm (H).
- Weight: 430 g / 1 lb.
Using the BOSS BP - 1W is easy. First, power it up. You can use an alkaline battery (9 V, 6LR61) or an AC adaptor (PSA series, sold separately). Then, choose your desired mode. The CE mode gives you a bright, bell - like preamp sound, the RE mode offers a fat and warm sound, and the NAT mode provides a natural clean boost. Adjust the Gain knob to control the saturation of the signal and the Level knob to set the overall volume. You can also select between a standard or vintage input buffer according to your preference.
When using the battery, keep in mind that the battery life is about 4.5 hours, but this may vary depending on how you use it. If you're using the AC adaptor, make sure it's the correct one.
For maintenance, keep the pedal clean and dry. Avoid exposing it to extreme temperatures or humidity. If you're not using it for a long time, it's a good idea to remove the battery to prevent leakage. That's all you need to know to get the most out of your BOSS BP - 1W guitar effects pedal.
