Launched in 1976, the CE-1 Chorus Ensemble was not only the world's first chorus effect pedal, but also the very first BOSS pedal. Three years later, this inventive new sound was squeezed into the blue CE-2 Chorus, and chorus pedals have remained in the compact lineup ever since. Four decades on, the spacious modulated tone of the signature BOSS effect is still loved by musicians everywhere. In 2016, to celebrate the 40th anniversary of BOSS innovation, the original analogue chorus sounds are now reborn with the Waza Craft CE-2W. The CE-2W's 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.

Waza Craft: The Art of Superior Tone

Since the beginning, the engineers at BOSS have been committed to achieving the finest guitar tones using any technology necessary, from old-school analogue circuits to high-tech DSP. This enthusiastic spirit continues on with the Waza Craft series, which brings you exceptional tone and touch response through carefully selected analogue components, refined circuitry, and meticulous attention to detail. In Japan, "Waza" is the term for art and technique, and these special edition pedals proudly carry the Waza symbol to represent the pinnacle of BOSS design and craftsmanship.

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, RATE knob, 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 adapter (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: Leaflet ("USING THE UNIT SAFELY," "IMPORTANT NOTES," and "Information"), Alkaline battery (9V, 6LR61), Alkaline battery (9V, 6LR61)
Options (sold separately) AC adapter: PSA series

Size & 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 / 1 lb

* 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms