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Description
Meet the trailblazer of guitar pedals, the Boss DD-2 Digital Delay. Born in 1983, this revolutionary stompbox was the first of its kind to bring digital delay to the fingertips of musicians everywhere. By harnessing the power of the same integrated circuit chip found in the Roland SDE-3000, it delivers long, crystal-clear digital delay. Offering mono input and mono/stereo output, the DD-2 ensures maximum sound versatility. And with up to 800ms delay time, you can get lost in the endless sonic possibilities.
Key Features:
- First digital delay stompbox, a pioneering creation from 1983
- Uses the same integrated circuit chip as the Roland SDE-3000
- Provides long and crystal-clear digital delay
- Features mono input and mono/stereo output for varied sound output
- Offers up to 800ms of delay time for extensive sound layering possibilities
Product specs
| Brand | Boss |
| Model | DD-2 Digital Delay (Blue Label) |
| Finish | White |
| Year | 1983 - 1986 |
| Made In | Japan |
| Categories | Delay Pedals |
FAQs
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What is the maximum delay time of the Boss DD-2 Digital Delay?
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The Boss DD-2 Digital Delay offers a maximum delay time of 800 milliseconds, providing a wide range of delay effects from short slapbacks to extended echoes.
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Is the Boss DD-2 Digital Delay suitable for both mono and stereo setups?
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Yes, the Boss DD-2 Digital Delay is designed to integrate seamlessly into both mono and stereo setups, making it versatile for various live and studio applications.
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How does the Boss DD-2 Digital Delay compare to analog delay pedals?
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The Boss DD-2 Digital Delay features a digital circuit that provides clearer and more precise delay effects compared to the typically warmer and more saturated sound of analog delay pedals.
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What is the sound quality like on the Boss DD-2 Digital Delay?
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The Boss DD-2 Digital Delay is known for its high-quality sound with a bandwidth of 7kHz, offering clear and articulate delay effects with minimal noise.
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Is the Boss DD-2 Digital Delay easy to use for beginners?
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Yes, the Boss DD-2 Digital Delay is user-friendly, with straightforward controls that make it easy to dial in a variety of delay effects, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced players.
Videos
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BOSS DD-2 Digital Delay Demo
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Boss DD-2 vs DD-3 Digital Delay
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VintageModified: Boss DD-2 Digital Delay, 80's pedal review.
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Boss DD-2 Digital Delay demo
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Boss DD2 Digital Delay Japan | Demo [NO TALKING]
Dean Wingerter
Strymon DIG vs. Boss DD-2 Digital Delay Comparison
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Why the BOSS DD-2 is Great
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1980's Boss DD-2 Digital Delay Guitar Pedal
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Reviews
PROS
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Warm, musical sound with clear repeats
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Simple, easy-to-use interface
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High headroom and analog-dry-through feature for signal clarity
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Durable and built to last
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Vintage tone with "long chip" technology
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Compatible with fuzz and maintains clarity
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Provides up to 800ms of delay time
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Mono input and mono/stereo output options
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Unique darkening of repeats for musical versatility
CONS
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Lacks modern features like tap tempo
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Becoming harder to find due to being out of production
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Pricier than some alternatives due to vintage status
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Boss DD-2 Digital Delay.
Features and functionality
Setup and maintenance
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The DD-2 requires 12V power for optimal performance, but can function with a 9V supply when daisy-chained due to a common ground bypassing an internal resistor.
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Build quality
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Users highlight the pedal's robustness, noting that the footswitch remains reliable even after years of heavy use.
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Critic Reviews
4.5 out of 5
Based on 8 Reviews and 33 Ratings
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Great Sounding & Simple to Use
This is a great sounding pedal for those that want something with minimal fuss; just set and forget.
There aren't a plethora of options like one would expect on a modern pedal (no tap tempo), just: mix, feedback & delay time (up to 800ms). What you do get is a very natural, warm-sounding delay, that doesn't get in the way of your playing.
Long out of production, so only available used.
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DD-2 for the win!
I have Boss DD-3 from 1988 with the same "long chip" that DD-2. Yesterday I finally acquired DD-2 from 1984 and what can I say... the best digital delay on this planet, period. Very bright, pristine and warm - kind of perfect potion of digital and analog delay in one box. DD-2 becomes quite pricy these days, so if you are looking for the same circuit but much cheaper, then get Japanese DD-3 / DSD-2 / DSD-3. They all sounds the same.
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old school Digi Delay
The Boss DD-2 Digital Delay was first made in 1983, offering the first digital delay jammed into a stompbox. Using the same integrated circuit chip as the Roland SDE-3000, the Boss DD-2 brought long and crystal-clear digital delay to the masses. It features mono input, mono/stereo output, and up to 800ms of delay time.
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the original
I came late to digital delay. People were stoked about digital everything back then. This pedal still sounds good today. You know, not TOO hifi.... bright and crispy. I remember being in an indsutrial band with this guy who couldn't play the guitar at all but was a master of playing the DD2 if you know what I mean.
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One of its kind
Simply put, analog sounding delay with very nice hold function. Unlike other digital delay pedals, the repeats are clear, but very warm.
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The Tone is real
My oldest piece of gear out of everything, hahah. It's an all original vintage 1984 DD-2. Pretty much identical to the DD-3s that are still out there, except DD-2s were made with better components, which is why they still work great despite being >30 years old.
Artist usage
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David’s elaborate pedal rack as seen in his new recording studio, Medina (Hove, Brighton, UK).
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In this 1985 photograph of Eric Clapton playing his "Blackie" Fender Stratocaster on the late-night talk show "Late Night with David Letterman", it can be seen that the british rock musician uses the Boss DD-2 Delay effect (introduced in 1983) as well as a Cry Baby wah wah pedal and the Boss CE-2 Chorus stomp box.
This picture by Chuck Pulin of Star File was taken from the 2004 Christie's auction catalogue for the sale "Crossroads Guitar Auction - Eric Clapton and Friends for the Crossroads Centre", page 194.
In this detailed gear diagram, of Tom Morello's 1998 Rage Against The Machine stage setup, a Boss DD-2 is listed.
As seen in this photo of Johnny Marr's pedalboard.
According to Guitar Geek, Satriani used a DD-2 in his 2000 rig.
At 41:46 of this "Rig Rundown: Joe Bonamassa 2022" with Premier Guitar, we can see Joe’s pedalboard with this guitar effects pedal on it.
Part of Eric Johnson's rhythm circuit, the Boss DD-2 Delay can be seen on the guitar player's pedal board at (3:15).
"Boss DD-2 delay: Because when I turn the thing off I don't want it to trail off (like subsequent Boss delays)! I want it OFF! It works…"
At 4:57 minute mark, 2 Boss DD-2 pedals are visible in Paisley's board. He further describes this as his favorite delay pedal.
The Jazzguitar article "Bill Frisell Guitars, Amps & Effects" details Bill Frisell's use of the Boss DD-2 Digital Delay pedal as part of his gear setup.
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Spotted at Cleveland show, guitarist said he bought it at guitar center by himself before show
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