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Boss BC-2 Combo Drive

$70.10 Price Tier: High-end

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Unleash the vintage British amp aura on your stage with the Boss BC-2 Combo Drive, a state-of-the-art overdrive pedal. Drawing inspiration from the iconic AC, this pedal delivers a resonant and warm tone, reminiscent of classic British combos. It gives you the power to control your sound through four intuitive dials: Level, Bass, Treble, and Sound. The Sound knob allows you to seamlessly transition between Clean, Drive, and Crunch modes, offering a spectrum of tonal possibilities. Get ready to immerse yourself in the creamy, distinctive flavor of British amps with the Boss BC-2.

Key Features:

AC-inspired overdrive pedal
Four intuitive controls: Level, Bass, Treble, Sound
Offers a range of tones: Clean, Drive, Crunch
Capable of emulating classic British combo amp tones
Delivers warm and resonant sound quality
Flexible tonal possibilities with the Sound knob

Product specs

Brand	Boss
Model	BC-2 Combo Drive Overdrive
Finish	Rust
Year	2011 - 2025
Made In	Taiwan
Categories	Overdrive and Boost Pedals

FAQs

What kind of tones can I expect from the Boss BC-2 Combo Drive for different music genres?: The Boss BC-2 Combo Drive is designed to emulate the classic British combo amp sound, offering warm, clean tones to crunchy overdrive. It's versatile for rock, blues, and pop genres, providing a dynamic response and rich harmonic content.
Does the Boss BC-2 Combo Drive work well with both single-coil and humbucker pickups?: Yes, the Boss BC-2 Combo Drive is compatible with both single-coil and humbucker pickups, delivering clear, articulate tones while maintaining the character of your guitar's pickups.
How does the Boss BC-2 Combo Drive differ from other overdrive pedals?: The Boss BC-2 Combo Drive uniquely simulates the sound of a British combo amp, offering a wide range of tones from clean to overdriven with a single pedal, unlike many overdrives that focus on a narrower tonal spectrum.
What power supply does the Boss BC-2 Combo Drive require?: The Boss BC-2 Combo Drive requires a standard 9V DC power supply, which can be either a 9V battery or an external power adapter, to function properly.
Is the Boss BC-2 Combo Drive suitable for live performances?: Yes, the Boss BC-2 Combo Drive is ideal for live performances due to its robust build quality, reliable performance, and ability to deliver a wide range of dynamic tones, making it a great choice for gigging musicians.

Videos

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BOSSchannel

BOSS BC-2 Combo Drive [BOSS Sound Check]

BOSSchannel

Boss Combo Drive, demo by Pete Thorn

Pete Thorn

Boss BC-2 Combo Drive and FB-2 Feedback/Booster Pedals

Guitar World

Sweetwater Minute - Vol. 118, BOSS FB-2/BC-2 Pedal Demo

Sweetwater

Boss BC-2 Combo Drive | Reverb Demo Video

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The Boss Combo Drive.

Phillip McKnight

Boss BC-2 British Combo Drive Guitar Effects Pedal Overview | Full Compass

Full Compass

BC-2 Combo Drive Overview

BOSSchannel

Boss BC-2 Combo Drive

Wall of Sound

Boss BC-2 - Vox AC 30 in a box

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PROS

Excels at low to mid gain Vox AC tones
Wide range of tones from clean to overdrive
Maintains clarity and definition at lower gain settings
Can closely mimic the sound of iconic songs and amps
Versatile, works well with different amps and setups
Durable build quality typical of Boss products
Effective as both an overdrive pedal and a preamp

CONS

Loses definition and sounds less natural at high gain settings
May not cut through the mix as well in some settings
Some find the aesthetic dull

Owner Insights

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Often compared to Catalinbread Galileo for similar Vox-inspired tones, but owners find the BC-2 achieves desired sound without needing the Galileo.
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Considered one of the best affordable "Vox in a box" pedals, alongside the Carl Martin Actone for achieving similar tonal qualities.
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Excels in replicating Brian May's tone and 'What's The Frequency, Kenneth?' sound, making it suitable for Queen fans and R.E.M. enthusiasts.
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Combining with a Boss LS-2 and a compressor like the Seymour Duncan Vise Grip enhances three-dimensional sound, especially with a Rickenbacker 12-string.
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User experience

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Frequently remains a permanent fixture on pedalboards, indicating high satisfaction and versatility for various musical styles.
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Users find no additional noise issues with high gain settings compared to other drive pedals, suggesting reliable performance even when cranked.
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Features and functionality

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Capable of achieving both 'dimed Vox' overdrive and cleaner tones, offering diverse sound options within a single pedal.
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Past 1 o'clock, the sound knob on the BC-2 adds compression rather than increased distortion, noted with wide range humbuckers into a Marshall DSL20 combo.
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4.0 out of 5

Based on 4 Reviews and 19 Ratings

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florian_tennstedt

925

about 3 years ago

Vox in a Box

This is a great pedal. I use it in two slightly different ways. a) on my Board at the very end of the signal chain in front of a clean amp (FM100H or Sidekick 10) for getting that voxy vibe for my sound. b) as a Preamp together with the Mooer Radar (with a AC30 Alnico Blue setting), which simulates the Power-Amp and cabinet. Both ways it sounds great. You can have it rather clean or dime in some drive (even more than an actual AC30 would provide). It has a lot of sounds in it and I am not nearly finished exploring them.

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Singer Guitarist Composer

Genres:

Rock Blues garage punk blues

simonleefun

267

over 3 years ago

Excellent

Excellent Vox in a box with a great range of tones. Can make any amp make a vox-ish sound. I use it as an overdrive pedal in my signal chain.

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Singer Guitarist Composer

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Rock Alternative rock Indie rock

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chadorocks

124

almost 9 years ago

Nice tones

I am running a Mesa F50 which has a very Fenderish clean channel that I love, but I also love the classic Vox tones. I really didn't want to lug 2 amps around, so I thought I would give the pedal a try. I am impressed by this one. I A/B'd it with my dad's AC15 and it was very close.

samwills

over 10 years ago

Its ok

This was the first pedal that I purchased, and for the price I got it at, it is a decent pedal. I play mostly classic/indie rock, and while in the beginning I was in love with this pedal, I have recently been wanting something that cuts through the mix a bit more. It is a good general distortion pedal, it has a wide range of tones and is good for leads when you turn up the treble or roll off the bass.