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BOSS
Waza Craft Chorus Pedal
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In 2016, to celebrate the 40th anniversary of BOSS innovation, the original analog chorus sounds are now reborn with the Waza Craft CE-2W. The CE-2Ws Standard mode faithfully recreates the classic CE-2 chorus sound, and adds an expansive new sound field with stereo output, which was unavailable in the mono CE-2. CE-1 mode fully reproduces the stereo chorus and vibrato sounds of the legendary CE-1, with the addition of variable chorus depth not available in the original pedal. To commemorate the birth of BOSS effects, the CE-2W is made exclusively in Japan, just as the original CE-1 and CE-2 were.
FEATURES
• Special edition Waza Craft pedal delivers the ultimate BOSS tone experience
• Standard mode provides a perfect reproduction of the legendary CE-2 sound
• CE-1 mode features chorus and vibrato, authentically reproducing the two stereo sound modes in the worlds first chorus pedal
• Includes new sounds not available in the original pedals, including CE-2 stereo output and variable depth for CE-1 chorus sounds
• Rate and Depth knobs provide fine sound adjustment in both pedal modes
• Premium all-analog circuitry with bucket-brigade (BBD) delay line
• Made in Japan to celebrate the 40th anniversary of BOSS effects
• BOSS five-year warranty
SPECIFICATIONS
Modes: 3 modes
- Standard
- CE-1 Chorus
- CE-1 Vibrato
Nominal Input Level: 20 dBu
Input Impedance: 1 M ohm
Nominal Output Level: 20 dBu
Output Impedance: 1 k ohm
Recommended Load Impedance: 10 k ohms or greater
Bypass: Buffered bypass
Controls:
- Pedal switch
- Standard/CE-1 Mode switch
- DEPTH knob
Indicator: CHECK indicator (Serves also as battery check indicator)
Connectors:
- INPUT jack: 1/4-inch phone type
- OUTPUT A (MONO) jack: 1/4-inch phone type
- OUTPUT B jack: 1/4-inch phone type
- DC IN jack
Power Supply:
- Alkaline battery (9V, 6LR61) or Carbon-zinc battery (9V, 6F22)
- AC adaptor (sold separately)
Current Draw: 25 mA
Expected battery life under continuous use (These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.):
- Alkaline: Approx. 32 hours
- Carbon: Approx. 18 hours
Accessories:
- Owner's manual
- Alkaline battery (9V, 6LR61)
SIZE AND WEIGHT
Width: 73 mm / 2-7/8 inches
Depth: 129 mm / 5-1/8 inches
Height: 59 mm / 2-3/8 inches
Weight (including battery): 450 g / 21 lb
FEATURES
• Special edition Waza Craft pedal delivers the ultimate BOSS tone experience
• Standard mode provides a perfect reproduction of the legendary CE-2 sound
• CE-1 mode features chorus and vibrato, authentically reproducing the two stereo sound modes in the worlds first chorus pedal
• Includes new sounds not available in the original pedals, including CE-2 stereo output and variable depth for CE-1 chorus sounds
• Rate and Depth knobs provide fine sound adjustment in both pedal modes
• Premium all-analog circuitry with bucket-brigade (BBD) delay line
• Made in Japan to celebrate the 40th anniversary of BOSS effects
• BOSS five-year warranty
SPECIFICATIONS
Modes: 3 modes
- Standard
- CE-1 Chorus
- CE-1 Vibrato
Nominal Input Level: 20 dBu
Input Impedance: 1 M ohm
Nominal Output Level: 20 dBu
Output Impedance: 1 k ohm
Recommended Load Impedance: 10 k ohms or greater
Bypass: Buffered bypass
Controls:
- Pedal switch
- Standard/CE-1 Mode switch
- DEPTH knob
Indicator: CHECK indicator (Serves also as battery check indicator)
Connectors:
- INPUT jack: 1/4-inch phone type
- OUTPUT A (MONO) jack: 1/4-inch phone type
- OUTPUT B jack: 1/4-inch phone type
- DC IN jack
Power Supply:
- Alkaline battery (9V, 6LR61) or Carbon-zinc battery (9V, 6F22)
- AC adaptor (sold separately)
Current Draw: 25 mA
Expected battery life under continuous use (These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.):
- Alkaline: Approx. 32 hours
- Carbon: Approx. 18 hours
Accessories:
- Owner's manual
- Alkaline battery (9V, 6LR61)
SIZE AND WEIGHT
Width: 73 mm / 2-7/8 inches
Depth: 129 mm / 5-1/8 inches
Height: 59 mm / 2-3/8 inches
Weight (including battery): 450 g / 21 lb
Media
Youtube video product demo
Youtube video product demo
Description: Roland dropped by our Port Coquitlam store to show us the brand new Boss Waza Craft CE-2w Chorus, Waza Craft VB-2w Vibrato, and the new space-saving TU-3s tuner.
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Lush and Smooth 0 of 0 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Calgary East, Alberta
I did have several boss and other brand chorus pedals, but I never kept them. I just did not like them after a month or two since rarely play clean using choruses but, everytime I listen to Johnny Winter, I heard that CE2 classic chorus.
It is hard to find CE2 and the price is up there. One day I saw Boss CE2W in the Calgary (north) East Store. I gave it a try. Hm.... I liked it. So I bought that pedal and engaged it with my rig. Oh man, it was so good. Very lush and very smooth.
That was 3 months ago, and it is still on my pedalboard til this moment. I know, It will stay with me for a long time to come.
Alex of L&M Calgary (north) East Store, I thank you.
Posted by Adam on May 10, 2022
WAZA CHORUS 1 of 2 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Victoria, British Columbia
I love the fact that it doesn't do the tone suck thing.
Posted by anonymous on Feb 25, 2021
WAZA CHORUS 0 of 4 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Victoria, British Columbia
It doesn't compete with the chorus on a Roland JC-120,
but it's a decent alternative for a stomp box.
Posted by Kevin B. on Feb 10, 2021
The dream of the '80s is alive. 1 of 1 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Burlington, Ontario
Definitely nails the CE-2 tone I remember from my own pedal, and the CE-1 version is great too. Since it's a Boss it'll likely withstand and thermonuclear strike and keep working.
My sole complaint is that switching from the CE-1 to CE-2 modes changes the rate of modulation. I'd prefer if this were constant between modes.
Posted by Chris W on Jul 21, 2019
The very reason why I am NEVER going back to digital, like EVER! 5 of 6 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Toronto (Bloor St.), Ontario
I acquired the Waza Craft Chorus back in January of 2018, looking to upgrade from a generic Chorus Ensemble. Honestly, I didn't expect as much at first, until I hooked it up onto my board with my Randall RM50.
The tones are a dream come true. The CE-1 vintage setting with a low rate and high depth gave back life to my clean tones. It sounds warm, organic and has plenty enough headroom to spare. The guitar tone is respected very well, and I'd put it up against any other chorus pedals as well as any and all digital modellers out there that have constantly tried (and failed!) to give me the chorus tones that I was looking for.
You will not be disappointed. Once you buy this pedal, it's very hard to go back to digital effects. Dear Boss, thank you for giving back life to my clean tones.
Fractal, Kemper and Line 6, your services are no longer required.
Posted by William Song on Jun 12, 2018
Gorgeous 0 of 0 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Waterloo, Ontario
When you think of a chorus pedal, this is the sound you're thinking of. Highly recommended.
Posted by Dan on Nov 17, 2017
Tone at a cost 1 of 2 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Peterborough, Ontario
The Boss CE-1 and CE-2 should need no introduction; as both the first compact(ish) chorus pedals on the market, and widely regarded as the best that analog has to offer, the originals have become incredibly expensive, despite some inherent limitations such as noise, monophonic (CE-2) and AC voltage and an incredibly combersome size (CE-1).
Enter the Boss Waza Craft CE-2, which offers the best of both worlds. As a hand-built replica of the CE-2 that also has stereo outs, it's actually a better than the CE-2 ever was. That it also comes with the CE-1 chorus and vibrato circuits as a bonus makes this pedal a must-have, if you can afford the not-cheap price.
Pros: Sounds amazing in all three modes. The CE-1 circuit is the standout for me.
Cons: Might be noisy in your fx loop (it's really hissy in mine), no level knob, and the stereo consists of a wet side and a dry side (although this is typical of analog chorus pedals).
Worth it? Depends on you. Very much for me.
Posted by anonymous on May 28, 2017
A Good Pedal. 1 of 3 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Toronto (Bloor St.), Ontario
I wish it had a level knob. The depth control makes the tone hollow sounding at its lowest setting. For 303 bucks (after taxes), it doesn't seem to offer much value for the money. Unlike other choruses, this one does not fatigue the ear. My favourite setting is the CE1 chorus. It is darker and more robust then the CE2 setting.
Posted by anonymous on Dec 31, 2016
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