Boss CE-5 Chorus Ensemble user reviews ( 9/10) - 16 user reviews

• 06/30/11

  iamqman's review "Decent."

  Characteristics

  Boss has been pretty much the leader in guitar guitars for the last 30+ years. They have built decent sounding pedals, some winners and some losers, but most of there units have been very low priced. This has been a policy that has pretty much kept them on top of the pedal market heap for many years.
  
  
  
  This pedal is a decently sounding and pretty inexpensively priced which allows many guitarist to try out this unit. The pedal have four control knobs that control the EQ of the pedal. Along with a sub control behind the filter knob that allows control of the highs and lows of the filter.

  Utilization

  Boss CE5 Features
  
  
  
  Ultra-high quality compact chorus pedal for guitarists and keyboardists
  
  High and Low cut filters for shaping tonality of the chorus
  
  Offers Effect Level, Rate, Depth and Filter knobs for complete control
  
  Mono input and Stereo outputs for connection to dual amps or for studio use
  
  Produces a range of chorusing effects, from subtle to extreme
  
  BOSS 5-year warranty
  
  
  
  Boss CE5 Stereo Chorus Ensemble Pedal Specifications
  
  
  
  Dimensions (WxDxH): 2 7/8 x 5 1/8 x 2 3/8 inches (73 x 129 x 59 mm)
  
  Weight (approx): 1 lb (450 g)
  
  Included Accessory: 9V battery
  
  Optional Accessory: AC Adaptor

  Sound Quality

  This pedal is great for subtle chorus all the way up to a lush almost flanger type tones. This pedal has a decent range of motion with the EQ but nothing that is like the Tc Electronics corona chorus. Comparable to that pedal this thing is clinker box that doesn't have the sweet warm that the Corona has.
  
  
  
  I like using this pedal in a high gain amp for some good lead chorus lines that has a enough modulation to cover some of the open gaps in the electric guitars distortion range. This give s more sustain in the single notes lead lines and fills in a lot of the tonal gaps.

  Overall Opinion

  At new these pedals come in at around $99, which is a great price for a decent sounding pedal. I would argue that the best priced chorus pedal on the market is the little yellow one from MXR. That one is priced around $80 and it is tru bypass which this pedal is not. You can shell out another $30 and get the Corona from TC Electronics and have a much more usable and warm pedal.
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• 04/09/04

  MGR/Tim Heath's review "Boss CE-5 Chorus Ensemble."

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  Overall Opinion

  Been after one of these for ages, as i needed a decent chorus effects unit. I bought mine for the reduced price of £63.00 from Nevada Music in Plymouth UK.
  
  
  
  Whats great about this unit is that you can achieve virtually any chorus effect going, from the watery \"Come As You Are\" to the crazy chorus effect as used on \"Radio Friendly Unit Shifter\"-two chorus fuelled Nirvana classics! The best thing with this tool is that you can spend hours tweaking the pots to get some really weird chorus effects, and there is a small booklet provided that gives you some sample settings, that you can use as a basis for your experimentation. This unit works well with and without distortion effects.
  
  
  
  Cant find any faults with this unit.
  
  
  
  Construction is typical of Boss as you would always expect from certainly one of the best effects producers in the music business. All boss stomp boxes are well constructed, dont break easily, they look cool and last for years-thats quality for you!
  
  
  
  This CE-5 is certainly an up-grade on the Super Chrous, and its deffinately better. Whatever you play this unit should do the job for you, and at reasonable price. Sure there are Chorus effects like the Electro Harmonix Sterio Poly Chorus, which really does take some beating, but the CE-5 can do most of the things it can do just as well. I would not want to be without a decent Ice Box and i would recommend the Boss CE-5 any day. Its a great little unit that takes some beating.
  
  
  
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• 01/08/03

  MGR/Anonymous's review "Boss CE-5 Chorus Ensemble"

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  Overall Opinion

  I paided 90 bucks for it. This pedal is worth every penny!
  
  
  
  It is incredibly easy tp adjust, you can get any sound you want with it. It is very deep which is what i like. Its better than the CH-1 Super Chorus. Its more powerful and has a high and low EQ. You have to get this pedal. I cant play without it. I never turn it off, my distortion sounds amazing with it on. I have a Boss MT-2 Metal Zone which is awesome. I run my Crate GX-212 which sounds awesome to the CE-5 to the MT-2 to a Dunlop GCB-95 Original Cry Baby to my Epiphone Les Paul, the sound i get is amazing. You have tou by the CE-5. Its woth every penny, and dont forget to keep it on when you use distortion.
  
  
  
  There is absolutely nothing wrong with it.
  
  
  
  It is made with metal construction and of course it is boss quality which pretty much says it everything.
  
  
  
  But it!
  
  
  
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• 09/15/12

  Last Chance's review ( translated ) Improve this translation

  Characteristics

  This is a chorus pedal.
  
  We have 4 knobs, which are the "level" (output), the "rate" (speed), the "depth" (depth of the chorus) and "filter", double knob ring (for adjusting bass and treble).
  
  Format Boss (125x70) robustness that we know, input and 2 outputs for stereo.
  
  9v power supply standard. Hatch for the battery, also in classic Boss.
  
  
  
  We are dealing with a digital pedal.

  Utilization

  I use it, not in the effects loop of my amp, but between the latter (a JMP1), and my PowerAmp, using two outputs, one per channel of power, all in two 2x12 cabs .. . a treat!
  
  
  
  I said that I do not use that its almost clear.
  
  Being a bit "addict distortion", it allows me to work in his clear embellishing my sound ... however, all chorus I tested (its so clear!), Not brought me the clarity and this atmosphere, I find no coloration.

  Sound Quality

  I found the crystal effect, very transparent, as long as it not abuse settings "extreme" where there as many chorus it becomes invasive in the bad sense.
  
  I repeat, I use it to embellish my chorus arpeggios clean, and it does it well, without spoiling anything at the amp and / or the guitar ... just that little hint! The lightness of the EFET chorus!
  
  
  
  If you want more distinctive and colorful, Harmonix Electro (mostly), and MXR await you!

  Overall Opinion

  I use it for only 3 months!
  
  
  
  Before this, I tried the Boss CH1 (less accurate), the EHX Small Clone (typed while being too warm, but not to my taste), the Jacques Meistersinger at (very clean, crystal .. . my favorite!), and some multi fX ...
  
  
  
  I stupidly sold my Meitersinger to try other chorus, while I loved this pedal! I just found a bit of it in this CE5! A specific effect, not intrusive, very addictive because of its lightness.
  
  
  
  For fifty € OCCAZ it worth. You can even buy to test the comfort of your home and sell it if it does not suit you.
  
  
  
  About me, the QPR is very good. The "Jacques" was 2X more expensive for info!
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• 02/03/12

  whereismymind's review ( translated ) Improve this translation " Beautiful Chorus!"

  Characteristics

  What are the effects, or types of effects available?
  
  Chorus only
  
  
  
  What technology is used? (Analog, digital, tube ...)
  
  Analog
  
  
  
  Are they edited? Via an editor for Mac / PC?
  
  Not
  
  
  
  What is the connection? (Audio / MIDI)
  
  Jack 6.35
  
  
  
  Is it a rack or rack-mount model?
  
  Not

  Utilization

  Very simple to take control as almost all Boss pedals, I found very quickly setting that suits me.
  
  
  
  No need for manual, just come to me and very quickly. It can range from something very discreet chorus super psyche without problem! Fairly close to the EC-2 that I wanted to pay me at first but is much more expensive because more vintage!
  
  
  
  But ultimately, there are two differences with the EC-2 that may be of interest:
  
  - A button E.LEVEL to assay the level of the chorus
  
  - Stereo output

  Sound Quality

  Mine is an analog so I do not know if there's a difference with the digital version but anyway, I love the sound of it. Both the present without cover and change the texture of my guitar with a sound as I said quite close to the EC-2 (considered by many one of the best chorus ever produced!)
  
  
  
  It quickly becomes indispensable to a clear sound! Of distortion, very good too, I use it mainly on the solos, this is after everyone to see!

  Overall Opinion

  I've had two months, and without hesitation he occupies a special place in my pedalboard!
  
  
  
  I tried a number of models before this one from chorus built into the amp to guitar multi-effects and this is no problem that I prefer to date.
  
  
  
  The price / quality ratio is excellent. Sometimes they pay a little expensive because it begins to be considered vintage but not yet as well as its big brother the EC-2 which sometimes reached amazing prices!
  
  
  
  Anyway, it's worth the money and I do it again this choice without hesitation.
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• 01/11/12

  AceLeppard's review ( translated ) Improve this translation " Excellent price / quality ratio, it does what is asked of him!"

  Characteristics

  Digital Chorus pedal, Boss standard format.
  
  Controls Level, Rate, Depth and a classic double handy knob Filter, which removes the demand for high frequencies and severe to sculpt his sound a bit deeper.
  
  In one input, two stereo outputs!
  
  Powered by 9 V battery or AC adapter standard.
  
  As usual with Boss, it's instinctive, practical, strong, I have not had one problem with this pedal.

  Utilization

  The configuration is general, we understand very quickly what each knob. Editing sounds is easy as long as we spend time juggling Rate and Depth!
  
  I've never been convinced of the great tone filter, which could act a little more significantly on the report. This is a personal reproach, very small.

  Sound Quality

  Boss with a reputation for neutrality with respect pedals: It is true here, with still a very significant heat, almost unheard of for my taste on the other Boss current model, the CH1. We can get good sounds vintage chorus or 80's very realistic. In big fan of Police, I found myself.
  
  I could test it in stereo, it's beautiful, a little careful though to review its settings because they do not act the same way in stereo (doubling time lag of the effect!).
  
  It can calibrate almost everywhere because of its versatility, it is still enjoyable because of its heat.

  Overall Opinion

  I used it for over a year was my first chorus. I just tried the Ch1, that I do not always so.
  
  Its price / quality ratio is concrete, I could also note that some pros use it in their rig. This choice I would do in similar circumstances. I sold it, it is now the happiness of a pal guitarist. I have since acquired a Jacques Meistersinger, but excellent mono: can I ever regret the beauty of a stereo chorus ...
  
  
  
  I recommend it without hesitation!
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• 09/09/11

  surfy's review ( translated ) Improve this translation " Does the job"

  Characteristics

  See before. I personally find that there are almost too many settings. I put everything in the middle and that's fine

  Utilization

  We can not be easier, a standard Boss.

  Sound Quality

  The chorus effect in general is not my favorite but adds a little originality to the sounds distos and depth to sound clear.
  
  As such, the pedal does the job perfectly.
  
  
  
  He replaces the chorus of my simulated multi-purpose and contrary to other opinions, I find that chorus sounds very natural in contrast to what is found on the multi-effects or amps (which are right Following a very artificial one).

  Overall Opinion

  Purchased from OCCAZ, great value for money because it is not the place of the pedal board where I want to invest the most. Natural complement my current pedals
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• 10/25/10

  vincejack's review ( translated ) Improve this translation " A good pedal ..."

  Characteristics

  I'm not going m'tendre: standard format Boss rglages a classical chorus, with level, depth and rate, plus a presence of rglage Bass / treble. Dual output for the stereo (no test) and a standard 9v power supply (no idea of the longevity of battery.)

  Utilization

  Relatively simple to use. I was looking for a chorus gnraliste enough, and enough "Lger", not something too typ (EHX the exit for me, just to taste) So, the CE5 suits me. I 'd really a very bad memory of Boss pedals, and the latter' m really satisfied. It is the standard Boss, the knobs, the case, the look, nothing fantastic or very new, but that is solid and not cheap. Question

  Sound Quality

  sounds, not super deep, even all the knobs back. Moreover, the range includes other Boss chorus more typs. In any case the CE5 does his job: belle chorus clarity of atmosphere, or Lger flanger.Il be cut to realize that he brought the magnitude of the plays prsence.Je jazz rock, and I have a set of pedals with Plutt "upscale" the Boss holds the road well. Last point which i was very very positive attention: I have seen no background noise or interference, and yet I'm picky about the thing. I use this pedal

  Overall Opinion

  2 years ago: it's a great pedal, Boss value sre home, like a DS1 or a Digital Delay . I think the price is reasonable quality report. I probably would do this choice, even if I admit that chorus a little more "typ" tempts me from time to time (a MXR but not the same price).
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• 05/17/10

  Sam(edirien)'s review ( translated ) Improve this translation

  Characteristics

  Rglages simple, and offers lots of possibilities.
  
  I had put cot because I stop the pedals and all a. .. Then I had to get back. And actually, not bad ...
  
  In short, a beautiful chorus, it is not ultra transcendent, but it suits me.

  Utilization

  of memory:
  
  Level, Depth, Rate, low / high cut.
  
  It hums quite Frequencies in serious, but I love the low cut on the effects ... So ...
  
  can be ready to do everything with. I remember an express with whawha blind, boost, distortion and chorus with rate and ultra fast deep ... Weird, but works.

  Sound Quality

  Cool.

  Overall Opinion

  I myself shall, therefore, 5 months.
  
  Boss is the only effect I have on my pedalboard (incidentally, my DS-2 is tjs sale;)) and it suits me as it should.
  
  History quibble, I will try out a EHX one of these 4, but it's just nicer to the other cot. What? The sound is more important? Ahhhh thank you!
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• 03/15/10

  zonzonzon's review ( translated ) Improve this translation

  Characteristics

  it's a chorus of cheap bosses.
  
  Digital is apparently (but pre-2005 models are analog).
  
  connectors: one input, 2 outputs (mono and stereo) + a PSU clasique.
  
  9V
  
  there are 4 knobs including a double, so a lot of options at first sight:).
  
  really handy size (compared to my big muff which is 3X bigger!)
  
  
  
  10/10 is all good;)

  Utilization

  the general pattern is somewhat complex because there are many possibilities. but there is a good sound in 5 minutes.
  
  the manual is in English, but clear.
  
  I use it on a bass.
  
  
  
  9 / 10 for the manual in English, otherwise it's nickel;)

  Sound Quality

  I use it on my bass.
  
  the effect is very effective, very well.
  
  I was looking for a chorus very transparent sound without coloring my swollen.
  
  you can go to hyper chorus very discreet with this chorus, tremolo limit.
  
  possibilities of his vast property, while remaining neutral.
  
  a bit cold but hey, it's digital (although it sounds pretty:))
  
  I love everything about this pedal so far, there does not sound bad.
  
  
  
  9 / 10 as a bit cold, but I quibble;)

  Overall Opinion

  I have been using 2h intensive and I am very satisfied. that's what I wanted.
  
  I have not tried other models, but I read many reviews on the net.
  
  I like: the size really convenient sound in general.
  
  I Witness: his side a bit cold but nothing serious;)
  
  the price / quality ratio is very good, 88 euros for expensive Euroguitar is really good.
  
  with écperience, yes I probably do it again this election.
  
  
  
  9 / 10 at all good;)
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