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moosers
Published on 06/03/09 at 09:21
The Boss DM-2 is an analog delay pedal suitable for electronic instruments of all types. This has become quite a well known pedal and is highly sought after in he industry because of its warm tone. It has a 1/4 inch input and output and is powered by either a 9 volt battery or power supply. It isn't a rackable unit - it is a stomp box.
UTILIZATION
Using the Boss DM-2 is a fairly easy process as it merely has three knobs to control your tone. The pedal has parameters for repeat rate, echo, and intensity, and while these aren't the basic parameters you would find on a delay pedal, these are more than enough controls to use this pedal and only adds to its unique style. After playing around with the Boss DM-2 for a few minutes I was able to understand exactly what everything did without any issues. I don't have the manual for this pedal so I don't know how helpful it is, but the pedal is easy enough to use on its own that it isn't necessary.
SOUND QUALITY
The sound quality heard from the Boss DM-2 is incredible. It is really warm and vintage sounding while maintaining a great deal of clarity. I usually use this pedal with a Fender Strat and a '76 Fender Twin Reverb and I'm always astounded to hear the tones that are capable with this pedal. This has become one of the most sought after delay pedals out there because of this brilliant tone.
OVERALL OPINION
I've been using the Boss DM-2 for about a year and a half and it is no doubt one of the best delay pedals that I've ever had the pleasure of using. Whether you need a pedal for recording or live shows, this pedal will do the trick and then some. Since they aren't easily accessible, the price has gone up over the years and is now one of the most expensive Boss pedals of this size out there. However, if you are looking for a classic delay sound regardless of price, the Boss DM-2 is the way to go.
UTILIZATION
Using the Boss DM-2 is a fairly easy process as it merely has three knobs to control your tone. The pedal has parameters for repeat rate, echo, and intensity, and while these aren't the basic parameters you would find on a delay pedal, these are more than enough controls to use this pedal and only adds to its unique style. After playing around with the Boss DM-2 for a few minutes I was able to understand exactly what everything did without any issues. I don't have the manual for this pedal so I don't know how helpful it is, but the pedal is easy enough to use on its own that it isn't necessary.
SOUND QUALITY
The sound quality heard from the Boss DM-2 is incredible. It is really warm and vintage sounding while maintaining a great deal of clarity. I usually use this pedal with a Fender Strat and a '76 Fender Twin Reverb and I'm always astounded to hear the tones that are capable with this pedal. This has become one of the most sought after delay pedals out there because of this brilliant tone.
OVERALL OPINION
I've been using the Boss DM-2 for about a year and a half and it is no doubt one of the best delay pedals that I've ever had the pleasure of using. Whether you need a pedal for recording or live shows, this pedal will do the trick and then some. Since they aren't easily accessible, the price has gone up over the years and is now one of the most expensive Boss pedals of this size out there. However, if you are looking for a classic delay sound regardless of price, the Boss DM-2 is the way to go.