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Description
Unleash your creative potential with the Boss CE-5 Chorus Ensemble, a compact and powerful pedal that opens a wide spectrum of chorus tones. Whether you are seeking subtle chorusing or intense modulation, this pedal is your companion in creating sounds that truly stand out.
With its adjustable Rate and Depth controls, the CE-5 tailors your sound to perfection. Mold your music into slow, undulating waves or rapid pulses to achieve the desired vibrato effects. The controls for high and low-cut filters let you shape the affected frequencies, retaining low-end punch or cutting through a mix with shimmering highs.
What sets the CE-5 apart is its Stereo Outputs, providing an exceptionally wide and dimensional tone. Connect it to two guitar amps or a stereo effects loop to create an expansive, lush soundstage. This pedal generates distinct chorus effects for each channel, enriching your sound with spatial depth and breadth. For mono operation, simply use the CE-5's mono output jack.
Renowned for its durability, the CE-5 is built to handle the rigors of the road. Its solid metal chassis and footswitches are designed to withstand travel and stage use, delivering Boss quality performance session after session.
Key Features:
- Adjustable Rate and Depth controls for customization
- High and low-cut filter knobs for shaping the affected frequencies
- Stereo outputs for wider and dimensional tones
- Durable metal chassis and footswitches for longevity
- Powered by a 9V battery or optional power supply (sold separately)
Owner's manual
Boss CE-5 Chorus Ensemble User ManualProduct specs
| Pedal Type | Stereo Chorus |
| Inputs | 1 x Instrument |
| Outputs | 2 x 1/4" |
| Power Source | 9V DC power supply (sold separately) |
| Batteries | 1 x 9V |
| Height | 2.4" |
| Width | 2.9" |
| Depth | 5.1" |
| Weight | 1 lbs. |
FAQs
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Is the Boss CE-5 Chorus Ensemble pedal analog or digital?
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The Boss CE-5 Chorus Ensemble is a digital pedal, offering a wide range of chorus effects with precise control over the sound.
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Can the Boss CE-5 Chorus Ensemble pedal be used in a stereo setup?
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Yes, the Boss CE-5 features stereo outputs, allowing you to create rich, immersive chorus effects in stereo setups.
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What type of power supply does the Boss CE-5 Chorus Ensemble require?
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The Boss CE-5 requires a 9V DC power supply, which is sold separately, and can also operate with a 9V battery.
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How does the Boss CE-5 Chorus Ensemble differ from the Boss CE-2w?
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The main difference is that the CE-5 is digital, providing more control over the chorus effect, while the CE-2w is analog, known for its warm, vintage tone.
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Is the Boss CE-5 Chorus Ensemble suitable for both electric guitar and bass?
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Yes, the Boss CE-5 can be used with both electric guitar and bass, offering versatile chorus effects for various musical styles.
Videos
ProGuitarShopDemos
Boss CE-5 Chorus
Boss CE-5 Chorus
ProGuitarShopDemos
BOSS CE-5 Stereo Chorus Ensemble Pedal Review by Sweetwater Sound
Sweetwater
Boss Chorus Shootout + Opinion: CH-1 vs. CE-5 vs. CE-2w vs. DC-2w (in Mono & Stereo)
Made by Miike
Boss CE-5 Chorus Ensemble | Reverb Demo Video
Reverb
Boss CE-5 Chorus Ensemble Demo
Boyd's Guitar Warehouse
Chorus comparison BOSS CH-1 vs BOSS CE-5 into a Marshall 1987x
Octoplod
Shootout: BOSS CE-5 Chorus Ensemble (Analog) Vs. BOSS CE-5 Chorus Ensemble (Digital)
Cryptic Mask Guitar
Boss CE-5 Chorus Ensemble Demo
MaxPlaysRiffs
Boss CE-5 - Chorus Ensemble - No Talking Demo
Borrowing Space
Boss CE 5 Analog Version
Pedalboard of the Day
REVIEW BOSS CE-5 CHORUS ENSEMBLE PEDAL - MUSIX BOX DEMO
Musix Box
Boss CE-5 Chorus Ensemble
Wall of Sound
BOSS - Chorus Ensemble CE-5 (Digital)
Bass Stuff
Reviews
PROS
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Offers a variety of sounds, from traditional chorus to 60's style
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Easy to adjust settings for versatile use
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Enhances both clean and distorted tones without overwhelming
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Stereo output option creates an expansive sound field
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Durable and reliable, typical of Boss pedals
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Control over effect level and hi-low cut filters for tonal variety
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Works well with multiple instruments including bass and synths
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Can subtly enhance the sound without being overt
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Analog versions praised for creamy, lush tones
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Filter feature allows for detailed tone shaping
CONS
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Digital versions may sound too sterile for some setups
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Some users find the effect too subtle, especially on guitar
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Analog versions preferred by some for warmth and expression
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Can produce a weak signal compared to other chorus pedals
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May introduce noise, particularly when low filter dial is up
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Battery drains quickly, better with a power adapter
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Paint finish on the pedal considered dull by some users
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Some find the pedal's chorus effect lacking in uniqueness
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Boss CE-5 Chorus Ensemble.
Features and functionality
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The digital CE-5 allows you to adjust the wet/dry signal mix and shape the tone by cutting high or low frequencies, offering versatile and subtle chorus effects.
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The CE-5's filter controls allow users to cut frequencies from the wet signal, maintaining clarity in the dry signal, beneficial for bass setups.
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Owners appreciate filter controls on the CE-5, allowing effect application only on highs while maintaining steady pitch on lows, ideal for bass.
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Comparisons
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Analog CE-5 is richer in tone with more modulation depth, compared to the digital version, which is more subtle and versatile.
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The MXR M234 Analog Chorus shares control features with the CE-5, suggesting a similar analog experience to pre-2001 CE-5s.
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CE-5 is used effectively by Justin Chancellor, indicating its capability to meet professional standards for bass chorus effects.
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Mods and upgrades
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A mod exists for the analog CE-5 to increase modulation depth by changing a capacitor to a larger value.
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Use cases and applications
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The digital CE-5 is ideal for subtle, always-on use, enhancing sound without overpowering it, while the analog version excels in producing pronounced 80's chorus tones.
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Analog CE-5s are favored for a strong, warm chorus effect, making them contenders against the more vintage-sounding CE-2W.
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The CE-5 is favored for bass when paired with fuzz or overdrive, providing a 'synth' tone by maxing depth and setting rate at 1-2 o'clock.
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The CE-5 is recommended for a subtle chorus effect that adds thickness and 'waviness' when combined with dirt pedals.
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Setup and maintenance
Critic Reviews
4.5 out of 5
Based on 36 Reviews and 260 Ratings
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Excellent recreation
I've owned this twice now, obviously not like the original but is a close 2nd to the CE-2. Roland made the original n my chorus section will reflect that. 80s-90s Reba, Whitley, Vince... All damn day. Georgia woman, all damn day...
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Somewhere between okay and legendary
It can be on the subtle side, but I doubt it can't cover the most desired chorus sounds. It does really well at adding body and character to your singing lead tones and clean arpeggios. Can only be slightly better or slightly worse than the other Boss choruses out there. It does the job well, and it's the first pedal that felt like a desert island pedal to me.
Boss is the best for Chorus pedals
From Ch1 to CE5 there's no a bad chorus pedals in the history of boss. The CE5 is a summary of decades of experience of boss, the EQ section is very responsive that allows you to change from a crystal shiny chorus to a warm and liquid tone. In my opinion it has nothing super bad and nothing super good but it works for every sound you have in mind.
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Used and Abused
I purchased mine second hand and could tell it had seen a lot of use. Well, Boss builds some amazing tank of pedals because it still works and is AWESOME! Excellent Chorus pedal! I had a choice between the Chorus Ensemble and the Super Chorus. Glad I went with the Ensemble!
Best Chorus Pedal
Tried this pedal alongside the Boss Super Chorus and the MXR Analog Chorus. I preferred the tone of the CE5 and when the rate was cranked, it didn't get muddy like the MXR. On top of that, you can't beat the housing of Boss pedals.
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Flexible and useful
Truth be told, I'm not a huge chorus fan, but you kind of have to have one. I don't know if this will stay, but it has been with me quite awhile. It has more control flexibility than I have ever used and it took awhile for me to find sound useful to me, but I'm there now, so it's part of the stable. With my current set-up, I have not quite found the Scofield sound, but that's probably more me than anything on my board!
Artist usage
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In this picture, it looks like the white strip on the left knob beside Guy Manuels hand is the filter knob on the CE-5, but the ins/outs on their pedal might not line up
the Boss CE-3 or CE-5 (Chorus) is listed in this blog
A pair of Boss pedals—an OC-3 Super Octave and CE-5 Chorus Ensemble—complete his onstage stomp box selection." Normally I use chorus for ‘Pretty Woman,’ but we’re not playing that song this time,” says Van Halen. “On this tour I use it for ‘Drop Dead Legs,’ and I also use the octave pedal for the outro riff on that song."
From a interview from Eddie discussing his live rig for the 2015 tour.
During the 1996 G3/Fire Garden tour, a Chorus Ensemble was used on an on-stage pedalboard.
Zakk Wylde talks about his CE-5 Chorus at 2:42 by saying, "And then I got the Boss Chorus pedal over here right now...It just fattens things up a little, you know?"
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The CE-5 Chorus Ensmble can be seen in Jerry Cantrell’s pedalboard at (5:32) in this premier guitar Rig Rundown.
At 0:59 minute mark, Boss CE-5 can be seen under the Musonic Phaser.
He uses this chorus on many songs on tour, he then switched to the CE-2W and has used that since.
Guitar.com: What kind of chorus is it? Beck: It’s a Boss pedal. Guitar.com: Just a little box? A CE-5 or something like that? Beck: Yeah. There might be an octave thing in there, ’cause I have to take over the bass line of a certain part where Tony is soloing. I have a dual guitar stroke, octave lower bass sound for that. But that’s only in there for about a minute.
This video from DunlopTV features the guitar tech of TOOL's longest acting bassist, Justin Chancellor. As he runs through some of the pedals within Chancellor's pedal board, we see that the over-all board is in 3 sections. The camera does a tightly zoomed pan of the board and shows the BOSS CE-5 Chorus Ensemble.
Album Usage
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