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Boss DD-2 Digital Delay 1986 Blue Label

Can't decide between the DD-2 and DD-3? Check out our blog post comparing the DD-2 with early and later DD-3 versions.

Condition

This effects pedal is rated as Excellent condition. This unit has been thoroughly cleaned and tested with 9v battery and compatible power supply. All functions are operational. There are scattered signs of use and age such as minor chips, marks and scuffs on the exterior. We replaced the deteriorated rubber screw grommet. The serial number dates to April 1986. The original packaging and instructions are not included.

Professor's Notes

The DD-2 is the original stompbox digital delay. Not quite "hi-fi clean" in the modern sense, which is exactly why it works. The repeats have a gentle grain and a little softness around the edges, so they sit behind the note instead of fighting it. It's that rare kind of delay that makes a part feel finished without making you think about delay at all.

Professor's Tips

• The "sits just right" setting: E. Level ~9-10 o'clock , F. Back ~9 o'clock , then set D. Time for a short repeat/slap. You'll hear depth and dimension, not a bunch of extra notes.
• Keep it musical, not messy: if the repeats start stepping on your picking, turn down E. Level before you touch Feedback . One quiet repeat is often the whole trick.
• Edge-of-breakup heaven: run it after your main drive —the DD-2's slightly textured repeats stay clear without turning brittle, and they don't smear when the amp is working.
• Indie rhythm glue: use 1-2 repeats and time it so the repeat lands between your strums. It thickens the pocket without announcing itself.
• Lead lift without more dirt: leave your gain alone and nudge E. Level up a hair—instant "bigger" without pushing the front end harder.
• If the Professor can't keep a DD-2 on the board: an early DD-3 is the closest equivalent for the same job—simple, dependable repeats that behave in real songs.

Specifications

Power: 9V DC Dry Battery, AC Adaptor (DC 9V) - BOSS PSA-120 or PSA-120T, Optional

Current Draw: 45mA ~ 65mA (9V DC)

Controls:

EFFECT LEVEL

FEEDBACK

DELAY TIME

MEMORY SELECOR SWITCH

Others:

NORMAL/EFFECT CHANGEOVER (HOLD ON/OFF)FOOTSWITCH

Jacks:

INPUT

DIRECT OUTPUT

MAIN OUTPUT

AC Adaptor (DC 9V) - BOSS PSA-120, PSA-120T, PSA-220 or PSA-240)

System: ANALOG LOGALITHMIC COMPRESSION AND 12 BITS QUANTIZING SYSTEM

Delay Time:

12.5ms(MIN) to 800ms(MAX)

S(SHORT) 50ms (12.5ms to 50ms)

M(MIDDLE) 200ms (50ms to 200ms)

L(LONG) 800ms (200ms to 800ms)

Hold Time: 200ms(MIN) to 800ms(MAX) in Hold Mode

Frequency Responce: DELAY SOUND:40Hz to 7kHz/ +1-3 dB

Residual Noise: -95 dBm (IHF-A)

Input Impedance: 1 M Ohm

Output Load Impedance: 10k Ohms or more

Dimensions: 70(W) x 55(H) x 125(D) mm

2-3/4(W) x 2-3/16(H) x 5(D) inches

Weight: 450g / 1 lb.