Boss DC-2 Dimension C

Boss came out with pedal in 1985 as a unique chorus modulation tone. This is one of the strangest pedal I have ever seen from Boss. They only made it for four years and ended manufacturing in 1989.

Dimension C is an analog pedal that allows its users to choose from 4 presets. It is based off of the Roland SDD-320 Dimension D. This is a highly sought after rack product for its rich tone and signal quality.

UTILIZATION

Features

Creates the kind of "dimension" effects used in professional recording studios.
Stereo outputs gives you a wider sense of 3D effect
A built-in noise reduction circuitry keeps noise level down

Specifications

Controls: 4 Switches for Mode Selection
Connectors: Input, Output A, Output B, AC Adaptor
Current Draw: 30 mA (DC 9V)
Weight: 410g (14oz)
Input Impedance: 1Mohm
Residual Noise Level: -95 dBm (IHF-A)
Recommended Load Impedance: 10kOhm or greater
Recommended AC Adaptor: PSA Series

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SOUND QUALITY

The "Dimension" chorus effect is one where thickness, depth and a sense of width, is added to the sound to produce a kind of 3D effect. The users have never seen this as a problem as all 4 presets produce excellent sounds.

I think there is a desire for this pedal because of the unavailability of it. Since they were out for a short period of time there is a mystery to want to own one. The chorus isn't something that is spectacular. It does sound great but nothing that any other chorus pedal will offer you. It is a nice pedal but not for anything over $120.

OVERALL OPINION

Boss should have kept this pedal out a little longer. They are quite rare and it's not uncommon to see it go for a lot of money in the used pedal market. There is no way for any one to adjust the sound and tone of the pedal so the four presets are the only option you have.

I have no idea what these go for on the used market. I would suggest something like the TC Chorus pedal or the MXR stereo chorus. Wampler Pedals has an excellent chorus pedal too.

This is a rather unusual vintage pedal.
This is a stro analog chorus with 4 presets as unique rglages.

USE

To choose a sound, there is no simple:
it selects one of the 4 presets and proposs pressing the pedal for the chorus.
No need to book.
The pedal is powered with a battery or a power supply like all the Boss.

SOUND QUALITY

The sound of this chorus is its strong point. It is warm and prcis.
4 proposs presets cover pretty much the range of chorus sounds that can be searched.
If you are looking exprimentaux sounds, go your way. This pedal is very musical.

NOTICE GLOBAL

Notice to vintage lovers, this is a very good analog chorus of a gal without using simplicity.
If you have this pedal, keep ...

It's a bit difficult to describe the effect it looks like a chorus but in fact it is a kind of double delay that sounds like a kind of chorus that does not turn ... I have been clear?
An input, output mono or stereo. I use it in stereo, exclusively in its clear or very light crunch or drive, this is the way that the term dimension takes its full extent (config stereo home studio with two palmer pocket amp). Not engaged, it also serves as my signal splitter, no coloring of the sound, although this is not true bypass.
No settings available, only 5 presets and 4 selection buttons. When no button is pressed and the pedal is on, it was the first preset, very light and subtle and beautiful already, I used a lot. Then the following four presets will crescendo in the depth of the effect. There's nothing to take ...

UTILIZATION

No configuration, no manual, no editing ...
Perfect ...

SOUND QUALITY

Technically, it is a very very light version of roland dimension D, designated for guitar input level, only mono ... sniff ... the little purple beast embarks 2 Bucket Brigade Delay (it seems that it is too classy to have BBD today ... long live the hype!'s, I admit that it is a class. ..), and the recipe is the mix between the two modulated delay line and clear, to get to the end of something much more subtle than a chorus, and a spatialization absolutely superb sound Stereo ...
Another DIMENSION ....
I use it exclusively in stereo and clear sound in a home studio, preferably with fine and precise guitars in this register (Jazzmaster, vox standard 25 eko manta in my set ....). It's very simple, the sound takes another dimension in the mix with this purpose. I can make a natural balance and pedal very well accept other upstream effects, including light drives. A phaser mono input of the DC 2 and you end up with a stereo phaser with incredible finesse. Stereo output of CD 2, I sometimes stick my eventide space in stereo and it becomes multi-dimensional ....
Arpeggios, casseroles, phrases, solos, everything passes, the more subtle and discreet more experimental (position 5).
The pop ballad plans new wave in funk and jazz, and beautiful arpeggios with a single much more subtle than the chorus ...

OVERALL OPINION

Used for two years with a daily jubilation. It is because of this pedal that I paid a stereo setup and I do not regret it ... It is permanently connected in my home studio, and I have to play a clean sound I go through it systematically ...
In 30 years of guitars, I tried analog and digital effect packets .... for modulations, I made the choice of digital (zoom MS100BT for stereo and AdrenaLinn III for experimentation and fun), I used too little to invest in an array of pedals analos overpriced by against 11 I drive pedals, distortion and fuzz analog ... But my Boss DC2 I never lâcherais (my single pedal boss ...), I intend to bury me with the same ...
Question value against price, on occasion, it is very expensive it must be admitted, but less than 200 € rush, if you have the money and the use of this type of pedal is the guarantee an absolutely unique sound, especially if you have a stereo setup.
I've had the chance .... I knew this effect have played with in the 90s, and it is an old friend who gave it to me because he no longer plays guitar. This really is a very old friend, rocker the first time ... At first I refused, pointing to the side on occasion and the scarcity of the product, but he insisted .... a very big thank you to you Gilles.

Analog chorus effects pedal Boss produced from December 1985 to September 1989 made in Japan.

UTILIZATION

More than simply configuration: 4 buttons to select the desired Preset really no need for manual or you really do not purpose to understand how it works ...!

SOUND QUALITY

I think this is one of the best analog chorus ever made with the Boss CE-1.
The preset sounds are very good quality can range from a slight chorus on the first preset to sound more and turning this (Leslie limit) on the fourth preset.

OVERALL OPINION

Used in my pedalboard for over a year and certainly will not leave!

Pros: excellent sound quality and ease of use.
The -: uh ... I'm searching, y'en not.

Pedal becoming Ascending rare on the used market so prices continue to rise (now counting approx. And € 250 + to get one ...).