All user reviews of 4/5 for the Boss CH-1 Super Chorus

The Boss CH-1 is the best selling chorus pedal out by Boss at the moment. The pedal has an Effect Level knob that adjusts the amount of chorus that is mixed with the dry tone, an EQ knob that adjust the amount of high end on the chorus, a Rate knob that adjusts the speed of the waveform on the chorus, and a Depth knob that adjusts the height of the waveform on the chorus. The pedal can be powered by 9 volt batter or external AC adapter. Dimensions of the pedal are Boss’s typical 2.4" x 5.1" x 2.9" and it weighs about a pound. A single input and either mono or stereo outputs.

UTILIZATION

This chorus uses the tried and true pedal formula that Boss has been using for years. Basically Boss builds little tanks, pedals that can take serious abuse from the road and never hiccup, and the CH-1 chorus is no exception to the rule. It is a very reliable pedal and I’ve never heard any complaints in the build of the pedal or quality control. It’s a very straightforward layout and the knobs seem sturdy and hold your settings well. The housing and jacks are metal and will deal with life on the road. The inclusion of stereo outs on this pedal is a great addition and really makes the pedal useful in a stereo setup.

SOUND QUALITY

This pedal does about any normal chorus sound you’ll ever need, and does it fairly well. There is a bit of fakeness when this pedal is maxed out, but I think that’s intentional and inherent of the effect. It does a very good shimmer effect when used subtly and can pulse and spin you right around in the higher settings. I only use chorus sparingly and lightly, but it can really make your guitar sound lush and warm with a swarming movement on just basic chords. When used in stereo with two widely spread amplifiers (I use one on either side of the stage) this effect is very trippy and just beautiful for clean playing.

OVERALL OPINION

Overall this is a pretty great chorus pedal for the money. Boss really shines in the modulation and digital delay world and this is no exception. I like that Boss included the stereo outs, stereo ins may have been useful as well for keyboard players especially. When used in stereo this pedal works great and has a large spread. The pedal sounds a bit sterile with the EQ set to noon, but roll back the tone knob a bit and you get a somewhat analog sounding chorus that really sits well with me. Chorus is an occasional pedal for me, so I don’t need to spend a ton on a boutique pedal that will be used very little. When I need a good chorus sound, I always pull out my Boss CH-1 and go from there.

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UTILIZATION

As a boss Trifouille what we found is easy.

SOUND QUALITY

I find this enjoyable chorus has the ear, it flows from him even, does not shock ... It is beautiful and clear, of course, but it is also discreet and go anywhere.

But just a looking for a chorus of characters that it does not rpond. A little too simplistic or battery you need is just a matter of taste. For my part I would have AIM something deeper with a stronger statement of the effect. Here we stay in the area of ​​the color of a clean or a little saturation but not in the edition of a piece with a unique sound that we recognize.

OVERALL OPINION

Overall a good chorus trs all of the same, which is easily RULES that our answer to the desires of any guitar. You just know that it is discreet, but if what you are looking for then the price:

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The CH-1 is an analog chorus everything from classic. Submitted to the pedals like all Boss pedals, it includes a footswitch, one from Jack, two outputs, and 4 knobs. These knobs are: effect level (sensitivity), EQ, Rate and Depth. Basically, nothing very original, but, as often in Boss, nothing is missing either of the ct l.

UTILIZATION

4 knobs, even someone who does not know anything that turn them (take turns) in all directions in order to understand the usefulness. I had this hand pedals, so I do not have the manual, which I can confirm that it can be redundant ...

SOUND QUALITY

The CH-1 is a simple chorus, like other opinions have indicated dj. This chorus lgrement color the sound of the guitar, without it being EXAGRES and embellishes the sound. For psych effects it will go elsewhere, but if like me you use a number of effects (LGERS) simultanment to get the sound you want has always been this chorus is for you.
I personally use this permanently with a Strat USD. Although sr, all sounds much better on Vox AC15 Marshall on MG100DFX (not got one question). I use rglages trslgers do not Exceeds half of the race of each knob, and the chorus as well as my lightweight embellishes its clear that my sound saturated.
Only small BMOL: this somewhat Reduces the attack, which can make the sound a bit fluffy. That said, increasing the level of attack on a coupled compressur is a simple solution this problem, and I am sr there are others ...

edit: finally, yes and no. The chorus of better quality puff a little under attack when same.
To return to the sound, I reconnatre I use it only trs little, this pedals, finally. I do not think the chorus is my favorite effect, but I have tried other that had nothing to envy CH1.

Edit 18/06/2011: we say, bullshit, sometimes. The sudden increase of the attack with a comp ', it is good, that the!
I always use the CH1 sparingly, but it handy to have a chorus cheap and reliable under the foot. As against the effect, like the rest, sounds much better since I swapped the one against Marshall Koch Studiotone ...

OVERALL OPINION

I use the pedals for 2 months. I like his discrtion, I'm not sure if it gnre of breath or not, my pedalboard includes a noise gate .. The chorus is simple, even if we can play with rglages extreme. I prfre the CH-1 Chorus at all in the same brand. While this is not the same effects, but it parat me much less cold. Boss pedals and not cold, even when it is not usual trs ...
I bought the pedals used on Ebay for 35 euros, including postage. At this price the quality-price report is excellent, 45-50 euros, is also a good deal trs. I got mine for less because I do not t looking at the state of painting (vintage effect guaranteed!). I highly recommend the pedals, while advising you to get an ide-even by you. In any case, if the mine lchait me, I try other curiosities in it is likely that I finish with the same hands.

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I always possde the pedals. But I do not use sparingly. Start on a clean sound, I like. Distortion is not great in my taste. This is a good choice for discovering this opportunity. If I keep it is that I did not want to invest in another chorus. For now ...

Edit 18/06/2011: not blowing a good effects loop. As my little rflexions on Boss pedals, I've always 6 or 7, then, well ...

This pedal can go from subtle chorus effect all the way to slightly a little more chorus tones. This is a very subtle chorus pedal. However, it is very easy to use like most Boss pedals tend to be. You can even run it in a stereo operation if that's your thing. Unlike the MXR stuff I feel this pedal is more subtle in the overall effect, where as the Boss takes the subtle sound to make a useful but minimal sound.

Boss CH-1 SUPER Chorus Pedal Features:

* Classic BOSS chorus pedal with clean, brilliant sound for guitar and keyboards
* Effect Level, EQ, Rate and Depth knobs allow for precise shaping of sound
* Features Mono input and Stereo outputs for connection to dual amps


UTILIZATION

This pedal is very easy to use. With only four controls knobs only three of them are selected to the tone shaping parameters on the box. The rate and depth are what really control the tone of the pedal where the EQ just shapes the highs, mids, and low end of the unit. So you really have two knobs that do most of the shifting to your sound. This is where I think the pedal because light in its approach. The unit is the same shape as most Boss pedals but the I think it fails in the area of lush warmth that come with chorusing.

SOUND QUALITY

It does sound very good and most people including myself would be perfectly content using this pedal. I don't think chorus is a main sound in ones arsenal but perhaps it is for some. This a unit that should be used in a sparing way. Try it out with a Strat and a Fender Twin for some classic sounding lush chorus effect. This combo is a selling point for me and this pedal. It seems it was made for this type of combination.

My only real beef with the tone of this thing is that the thinness of the sound does sound a bit digital then analog. So the warmth is not there as the MXR Micro Chorus will sound. So this pedal doesn't come as lush in the depth category of the tone as other pedals do.

OVERALL OPINION

This a fine pedal for someone who needs a chorus pedal in the most subtle was possible. You are not looking for warmth or lush tones but something that will just add a bit of color to your tone. If you need something that is deep in its tone than the MXR Micro Chorus or Stereo Chorus will be up your alley.

I would recommend trying this pedal before you buy it because it may not be your thing and at around the same price as other chorus pedals like the MXR you'll need to try it out to get the feel for it. For new they come in at a round $90 which isn't bad for the pedal.