I like the blue one

@jh8.33

3 жыл бұрын

😭

@yeiicopLAP

3 жыл бұрын

Es el mejor

@andrewfultz7472

3 жыл бұрын

As one of them is purple, I really need clarification here.

@sexopimbada

3 жыл бұрын

omg me too

@mikkywhalan

3 жыл бұрын

In my opinion i like the Blue one

When Werner Herzog does pedal comparisons, you know it's gonna be good.

@MadebyMiike

3 жыл бұрын

Looool :-)

1:06 CH-1 2:00 CE-5 2:51 CE-2W Standart Mode 3:07 CE-2W CE-1 Mode 3:39 CE-2W Vibrato Mode 4:33 DC-2W

@MintFX0

4 ай бұрын

CE-5*

For the CE-5 you need to have the Filter all the way up to be an equal comparison. The filter control is a passive one that affects how much of the chorus applied is CUT OFF for each frequency range. By having it at 12 you are cutting by roughly half the chorus effect on each spectrum.

@Danthehorse

3 жыл бұрын

Is that true for the ch1 too?

@jeshely

3 жыл бұрын

@@Danthehorse No. The CH-1 does not have independent filter controls for the chorused effect based off frequency ranges. The eq control on the CH-1 is just a tone control for the repeats however the chorus is applied across the spectrum.

@davidperezgonzalez1839

3 жыл бұрын

Very nice info

@buffaloatlante1173

2 жыл бұрын

thank you!

@Danialhazq

Жыл бұрын

are you one of the builders for boss pedals? or you have used chorus pedal for a really long time?

I love that you keep the playing very clean and make it easy to compare. Talking is not excessive and is very useful when you are explaining things. Very well done, thanks!

You make the best comparison videos I've ever seen. Well done, and thank you.

Thank you so much for this video! Probably the most useful and informative video I've seen on pedals. I truly appreciate it! 🙂

Absolutely perfect demonstration of all these pedals. Very much appreciated, you helped me pull the trigger on a CH-1.

@MadebyMiike

2 жыл бұрын

It' a great pedal, enjoy! ;-)

Thanks. The comparison is really good! I really like your summary. This kind of opinion is what is missing on most youtube videos

More product testing videos should follow this format and be more like this.

@MadebyMiike

4 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching! - Mike

@SZINNAPALM

4 жыл бұрын

yeah except for the fact that there was no utilization of the duel out put on 3 of the pedals and unfortunatly for this video we don't get to heard where the biggest difference comes from in sterio out

Very well done, thanks for playing clean. Made the side by side differences very easy to hear. Great tip about using headphones too. I was hoping you would turn on all 4 at the same time just for fun ;)

Great comparison, thanks for doing this! Actually really impressed with the CH1 out of these 4

@MadebyMiike

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Dan!

That was extremely informative and helpful. Saves me a lot of time at the music store trying everything out myself. Thank you! Based on this I’ll go with either the Boss Super Chorus or the MXR analogue chorus.

@MadebyMiike

2 жыл бұрын

The MXR was one of my favourites! But unfortunately it sucks tone even when bypassed (check out my video on that!).

As a massive CE5 and Super Chorus I think you unfairly dismissed the CE5 by not having the filters off! Which means having them both opened and turned up to the max. It makes a a massive difference to it’s openness compared to the others. Especially in a live gigging setting. Great comparison apart from that small gripe.

@owlexifry

4 ай бұрын

+1 agree. was about to say the same thing

Dimension is incredible to use in a more dreamy kind of music, since it works incredibly with Reverb and Delay heavy guitar sounds

Put them all on together.

@pashon4percushon

3 жыл бұрын

the only sound that would change is the price tag, a $600 chourus sound that sounds like a Boss chorus pedal.

@GHOSTEEL

3 жыл бұрын

Yes. It's true purpose.

@squirelova1815

3 жыл бұрын

Not at midnight! And not in front of a mirror on a Full moon, at midnight either! It's too sexy.

@ArrakisOCE

2 ай бұрын

it might open a time-travel portal back to the 80's

Thank you for a clear, no-nonsense, review. Very helpful. I'll subscribe.

fantastic vídeo really like your comparison!

I have the CH1 and I like how you compared it with the rest. Subscribed :)

This was a very helpful video. Well done. Thank you!

It would be hilarious to do a “blindfold” Boss Chorus comparison (including the rackmoust CE-300), and see how many people could tell the difference.

@saadehsaadeh218

2 жыл бұрын

Can they thought I think they all sound the same

@jean-renepirlet

Жыл бұрын

I used to have a CE 300, the stereo image was stunning, should have never let it go, would be curious to listen to one now...

Great demo, keep em comin!

I adore my Waza dimension ... so much so that I think I'm going to get the CE-2w also for a different flavour ... I'm using these on synths and I might try running the chorus in mono on my desk and then into the dimension strapped across a subgroup (how I have it set up) to see how that sounds as well! Really good demo, very well done - best comparison I've seen yet, and I've seen a few ;). Thanks man - appreciate the time and effort :)

Great work, sir! Very helpful, thanks!

Thanks for the advice about MXR analog chorus. The ce 2w was my favorite.

this video helped me figure out what chorus i want thanks

Awesome Mike! CE-2W all the way! I'm the guy who commented on your "no talking" shootout, about listening to it to relax before bed for it's soothingness, and I bought the other great chorus pedal, the MXR analog chorus because of that vid. Keep up the great work brother, I really appreciate what you're doing!

Perfect video! Very good work. I think it's worth having both the CE-2w and the DC-2w in a pedal board, they're both excellent with different sounds.

@MrJonathanainsworth

3 жыл бұрын

@Infinite Revery CE-2w is the most flexible and versatile, I’d go for that first, and then Dimension C. The Providence Anadime is really good as well.

Thanks. You've accomplished more in 15 minutes than the British pedal guys can do in a hour. I would have liked to hear these with a less bright twangy tone also. Stereo makes a big difference, but the biggest difference IMO is what people expect from a chorus. Do they just want a fuller sound, or do they want to sound out of tune? Two different things. I use the CE-2 for mild chorus, the Arion Stereo Chorus for Mike Landau sounds and the MXR for sickly de-tuned Hiram Bullock sounds. And none of them do what the Dimension C does which is almost in Strymon territory.

Pretty good video. Both did an amazing job with their Waza Craft Pedals.

I love the rack chorus tones of the Dimension C. Instant time machine.

Love the Super Chorus. very nice video

I really like your demos! I wish the ce2w did the same EQ change as old ce2. But still great and the dimensions is just incredible at what it does

CE 5 is such a lush sounding chorus. Love it.

Love the Crystal clear CE-5 and it handles Distortion effects better.

Great review thanks!!!

Great review 👌 cheers

Great stuff. Thank you!

I had the purple one but it didn’t jive with the rest of my setup so I didn’t keep it. It would have been perfect if it had a volume control because I loved how it sounded. Currently back to using the MXR analog chorus pedal and I just run it through my true bypass loop pedal so it’s true bypass when it’s off. No tone suck issues and I love how versatile it is with the high low cut knobs. I’m happy with MXR but Boss makes great stuff too. I will try a CE-2W someday for sure. Thanks for this comparison demo. Excellent job 👍🏻

I have the Dimension C. I hated it at first, thought it took away too much of my dry signal... Until... I plugged it in stereo! I really think it comes alive in stereo. I have a drastic stereo setup, 2 amps, one tube, one transistor, one on each side of my room, and you can feel the effect move around the air. Really awesome. Now thanks to that pedal I've become obsessed with stereo... Not good for my wallet.

Just bought the Super Chorus! Sounds amazing with the Metal Zone and Harmonist.

@ozzy8110

2 жыл бұрын

I use the metal zone with super chorus and dd-3. They sound perfect together!

But on CE5 half of the high and low freq spectrum were cut off! That takes away a lot of the openness and the low end vibrations... so unfair..

@jeshely

3 жыл бұрын

💯 true!

@ianlange8108

2 жыл бұрын

With the cut knobs on flat, it sounds like the super chorus... it just gives you more control. The CE-2w "CE for Chorus Ensemble" is basically just the original Chorus Ensemble and the CE-2 in one box in stereo. I do like the way it sounds a bit better. It has a bit more warmth, but the CE-5 is better than the CH-1 imo.

Great video. Really helped me choose. 😎👍🎸

As a traditional chorus, it has to be the CE2W in CE1 mode. Watched hundreds of demos, owned multiple chorus pedals, nothing comes close to it in my opinion. That said... ...I’m really blown away by how unique the Dimension C sounds, it’s almost got a flanger like quality to it. I think I’ll end up getting both at some point lol. The CE2W is great for jangly / post punk sounds whereas the Dimension C would make a great dream pop chorus. Great video.

This video is exactly what I needed.

in heart, spirit, mind, and soul, Super Chorus.

I agree with you on the sounds. My favorites are the same as you. I really like the MXR analog chorus too

@MadebyMiike

4 жыл бұрын

Yes! :-) I did recommend it here as an alternative to the CE-2w! It's great!

@julho1584

4 жыл бұрын

The MXR Analog Chorus suck your tone

@Jaysteenn

4 жыл бұрын

@@julho1584 I havent had that problem with Mine. 🤷‍♂️

May be CE-5 is boring for some ears but for me it sounds most transparent with less tone coloration. It is andvantage for someone or disadvantage for others. CE-2w colors tone most but in a good way.

@LunaticTheCat

3 жыл бұрын

It sounds massive in stereo

@squirelova1815

3 жыл бұрын

I believe the CE5 handles Distortion effects much better also.

@ambienttrash5234

3 жыл бұрын

​@@squirelova1815 Definitely, I played in a band using heavy drive plus chorus pretty much always on, and the CE-5 EQ was perfect for killing the low end in the wet signal and just adding some color on the highs. Wouldn't be my go-to for a clean tone with super lush chorus, but it's great for more subtle stuff.

@MintFX0

4 ай бұрын

@@LunaticTheCatwhich one?

@LunaticTheCat

4 ай бұрын

@@MintFX0 The CE-5

Properly used the CE-5 beats any chorus pedal and most rack systems that you stack against it. This video had it filtered down to half its potential because of the settings and it still sounded the best. It's so lush and clear and by far the best chorus pedal ever made for handling distortion.

@bradshields1047

3 жыл бұрын

I agree

@robertmcmillan3638

3 жыл бұрын

Definitely a good choice pedal when pairing it with distortion as it offers great control over the end results.

@lovecraftmusic8717

3 жыл бұрын

This pedal is a Chameleon and I know what I'm saying since I have it for 14 years now. It stays very clear and defined with distortion... Gave me instant "Somewhere in time tone" with a bit of delay, but you can also use it more subtly to color some solos without being too evident or 80's. On clean it can gets pretty lush as well, even though not the best ever. I also have ce2, ce3, cs9, csl, cs505, sc10 and cs5 because I'm a chorus junkie...and the ce5 is still my go to.

Great video. Thank you

Great video, apparently the CE-3 has a great stereo effect

Nice great video , i hoped that u add the ce2b as well

Big thumbs up for this fantastic review. I came here because I have the CE-5 Chorus Ensemble and it's just not cutting it. Like you say its pretty weak. It also is not compatible at all with my TC Hall of Fame reverb because it introduces a ton of noise when combined. I liked the Boss CE-2w best, but I do play in stereo sometimes and that was my LEAST favorite in stereo. Well thanks again buddy.

All of them are pretty good, but I really liked the Super Chorus and Dimension C.

I've got the CE-2W on order, I can't wait. Looks and sounds amazing!

@MadebyMiike

4 жыл бұрын

It's a gorgeous pedal, both in look and sound! :-) Thanks for watching - Mike

@alexmurphy5289

4 жыл бұрын

It's incredible.

@Living_EDventures

3 жыл бұрын

I just bought one a few days ago

@danielhall7996

3 жыл бұрын

I got myself one back in October 2020, and although that’s only been about four months ago as of now, I’ve never been so satisfied with a chorus effect! I’ve tried quite a few as well: JHS Emperor V2, Strymon Ola, TC Electronic Corona, MXR Micro Chorus. The CE-2W is here to stay though!!

I used the heck out of my original CE-2 pedal back in the 80s, and am now interested in reconnecting with this effect - so I wasn't sure what all the differences are. Thank you for this comparison. I agree with your conclusions. I do agree that the DC-2w would be even better if it had more control pots to manually adjust the parameters - why they didn't do that is odd. Because there are many companies now offering even more elaborate versions of chorus (with several new features, including dynamic expression on the Seymour Duncan Catalina chorus, which allows one to increase or decrease the amount of effect depending on intensity of picking), that is my next question: do those new versions of chorus add anything important?

UPDATE: I just saw that the manual of the CE-2w says the same thing as the CH-1 and the CE-5 on the stereo option: one side gives you the clean guitar, the other one the wet signal. For some reason I couldn't hear that when doing this shootout (and didn't check the manual)! Sorry for that! But what I said still stands, the DC-2w Dimension Chorus is the ONLY true stereo pedal in this shootout!

Love all these 😍

MXR analog chorus sounds like the best bang for my buck.. Thanks

Totally agree with your conclusion! For me, it would be the “Super Chorus”. Sounds organic and the price is right. The “Waza CE-2w” would be my second choice. Great comparison, thanks for sharing it! ✌🏼

great demo ! love the DC2W

All these pedals are awesome.

IMO it would have been interesting to hear the CE-5 without the filters engaged. This is likely why it sounded like, as you described it: "a weaker effect". It is certainly more subtle than the others, but was not given a fair display of it's abilities here. At any rate, the remainder of the comparisons were very useful. Thank you for making this video. Aloha

Well done. Thank you

Cool demo vid. No fanny tatting around and straight to the point with a simplistic appregio played clean so people can get the jist.

I am in agreement with some of the other comments regarding the unfair comparison with the CE-5's filters being set at only half way. With both filter knobs turned clockwise past 12:00, you get a stronger sounding chorus. The CE-5 has 2 filter knobs that can be adjusted separately. The CH-1 only has 1 EQ knob. This is the reason why I purchased the CE-5 instead of the CH-1.

@tjcrosscheck1

3 жыл бұрын

agreed

Great video, really liked the format you presented here. Just curious, what were you playing throughout the demo, as in chord/arpeggio?

i think the volume drop you’re referring to in the dimension c is a slight low frequency cut like how the CE2W cuts some high end sparkle. that low end goes a long way, so losing the bottom would definitely seem like a volume cut/loss. that’s just what i’ve noticed from owning both for awhile now. i had the dimension c waza and super chorus on my board for A WHILE but decided to ditch my big board and try a small set up and keeping the dimension c as my soul chorus. it’s sad though, i miss my super chorus, using the dimension c and super chorus together is more heavenly than you can imagine

On the CE-5, having the filter knobs at noon is actually cutting half of the signal - with a low and a high cut. Fully clockwise is Flat EQ, which sounds fuller.

@coachcleats13

4 жыл бұрын

I got the CE-5 and didn't know that...thanks

@obahrey5197

4 жыл бұрын

I was thinking the same thing. It's not a "weaker effect" he just doesn't have the filter on full signal.

@PhatLvis

4 жыл бұрын

@@obahrey5197 It's kind of an odd set-up - have to read the fine print.

@mike2801lee

3 жыл бұрын

The eq on the CE-5 was not set up correctly to be a fair comparison with the other pedals. Cutting the highs and lows is naturally going to impact the tone. Also as some other people mentioned, the older analog CE-5 pedals sound better than the digital versions: "There are 2 versions of the CE-5 where the second version is denoted CE-5A. This is printed on the PCB so it is easy to figure out which version you have. The first version is closely related to the CE-2 and CE-3. It uses the 1024 stage Panasonic BBD MN3007 and its associated clock driver 3101. The CE-5A is completely restructured. It uses surface mounted components and the BBD has been replaced with a digital design. All CE-5s made before October 2001 will have the old analog BBD circuit. The easiest way to determine which version you have is to use the serial number. If the second letter/first number combination is earlier than P1, you have the analog type. This also mean that all digital CE-5s will have a dark gray label." bossarea.com/boss-ce-5-chorus-ensemble/

This is the best review of these group of pedals - love the use of adjectives like ‘enchanted forest’ ‘dark’ - totally awesome - please review other genre of pedals I picked the CH-1 after the review - found dimension c too pricy for my use - it’s a great pedal Thank u

@nadeemafzal8984

2 жыл бұрын

2 years later - sold CH1 to get an analogue CE-5. There are many videos on the pre 2001 analogue CE-5 and more latest digital CE-5. I picked from ebay for 50 quid and for me it blew the CH1 away. Also note the comment by Jesus Mercado below. I keep the treble knob at 1 o clock and the bass full way up at 5 o clock - works well for my guitar / amp settings with warmth - the ce-5 handles distortion extremely well (CH1 didnt) Thinking about Dimension now ---- but definitely keeping the analogue CE-5. There still isnt any comparable chorus pedal video to this excellent one even two years later !

Again a great video Mike. CE-2 forever and ever :-)

@MadebyMiike

4 жыл бұрын

It's a great pedal :-)

Whatever music he’s playing on the guitar I absolutely love it and I wanna play it now lol

All damn brilliant.

If you deadend the ensemble's stereo out, you get the macdemarco vibrato sound. Stereo uses clean on one channel, so the other is the delayed version without clean. It's totally unique sound that the others cant do.

Hey, this is a great shootout, I really like the way you present it. One thing I miss is overdriven sound as well as distorded one, something Petrucci-ish, or more clean. Can you make a comparison with that?

I have both of the Waza Craft chorus pedals, and they are great.

Thanks! Another great shoot out. I’ve got a mono rig but hearing the stereo sounds was great (just not sure where/how to hide a 2nd amp from the wife). I really liked the CE-2w except for it’s price tag. How does the MXR Analog Chorus stack up (more in line with the price of the digital Boss pedals)?

@ushnicyuvnikof2748

Жыл бұрын

Had both kept the Waza, they're close but the waza is better build quality and easier to Dail in.

I had a Dimension C, still my favorite Chorus. Position 1 is where I always used it, not overbearing or dated like the other sounds. Clearer.

@electricchurchmusic4298

6 ай бұрын

whats the switch doing on DC

The DC-2w is nice, but it sounds like it compresses the signal a fair bit, which sucks a bit of life out of the tone for me. I've had the CH-1 since 2000 and I absolutely love it. Despite the lack of true stereo, I find that having the direct signal and the effected signal output in stereo sounds glorious. CE-5 is thin and lifeless. I would love to play around with the CE-2w a bit more. I would also love to compare a vintage CE-2, although I would probably still prefer a stereo rather than mono pedal for recording. Great video, thanks.

Really helpful thanks!

Terrific, thank you. I have a Dimension D rack mount from the 80’s and most likely will buy the DC pedal 😊 My vintage CE2 has stopped working - trying to find an electronic whizz in Hong Kong to fix it - classic 80’s vibe!

CE-1 mode have a killer tone!!!

I honestly just got the 2w cause it has less knobs lol

Great comparison. The dimension sounds like it removes a lot of bass whereas the waza chorus keeps it

I have two CE-2 Waza and I notice that both pedals have a volume bump when I turn them on. The CE-2 mode has a slight volume increase, but the CE-1 mode definitely adds a clear volume boost and even distortion to my signal. Usually people can't hear it because they play with cabs however I was able to hear this because I play with a Hiwatt DR-103 set clean with an universal audio ox loadbox and headphones. I don't know if it was meant to sound like this. CE-1 back in the days had a preamp that would crunch, maybe they wanted to replicate it again?

the perfect review!!

C ensemble was a little clear and cool sounding.

As a keyboarder I'm thinking of the CE-2w. Definitely a great sounding pedal.

CE-2W is the best. I’ve tried so many chorus pedals, and this is the only one I’ve ever used where I didn’t have to “try” to like it, I just do.

It is really interesting how different the tastes are... For me the CH-1 sounds cold and without any specific character whereas the CE-5 has all the warmth and space I expect from a chorus... only topped by the CE-2w which adds the analog touch.

@mr.deafeningguitar1547

3 жыл бұрын

Couldn't agree more.

@truefilm6991

2 жыл бұрын

Bang-on. I bought my Boss chorus pedal some time ago. I really listened very hard and compated the CH-1 Super Chorus with the CE-5 Ch. Ensemble. The Super Chorus sounds very metallic and thin, like low resolution digital (which is probably is). The CE-5 sounds nice and clean. I know the old analog chorus pedals of the 1980s. They sound much richer and warmer, but are noisy.

Hey, really nice video and it really helped me choose which pedal I want, you've earned yourself a sub. Do you happen to have the tab for what you're playing? It sounds really nice and I would love to play it myself.

Try the Detune setting on the boss harmonist. It has replaced my other chorus pedals.

@richardhenley817

9 ай бұрын

You're absolutely right. The detune effect on the Boss Harmonist is awesome and works really on high gain.

I like the Súper Chorus sounds good❤❤

@highoctanegames

3 жыл бұрын

Yes

@aportilla007

3 жыл бұрын

That is what I bought ;)

Great video. You teased something about how the analog pedals bypass affects the tone, but then didn’t say anything about it or provide a link to a video where you elaborate

@MadebyMiike

7 ай бұрын

Thank you! Can you quickly say what/where I teased about the bypass? I am pretty sure all Boss pedals, no matter if analog or digital, use the same buffered bypass system. Maybe I spoke about something else?

I like the CH-1 best overall. Surprising! I actually like Dimension C 2w the least (for shaping mostly). My order would be Ch-1, CE-2w, CE-5 and DC-2w last

@MrBaldypete1

4 жыл бұрын

I'd have to agree with you to be honest. When I got the CH-1 years ago, money was kind of a thing and I thought I was missing out but thanks to this video, I can see I'm really not!

@neonether

3 жыл бұрын

I agree that it sounds fantastic. I'm wondering how close it is modeled after the analog counterpart, the CE-300 Super Chorus. Because I'm in love with that rack mount unit!

@donavonmacallister3101

2 жыл бұрын

I agree

That was very interesting and comprehensive and it is hard to disagree with your view. I have the CE-5, unfortunately, and I do find it a bit anaemic. When you want chorus you want chorus and the effect is pretty subtle. Disappointingly subtle. To be honest, it has always underwhelmed me, but it was a present. I suspect the CE-2W is the way to go. Pity about the cost.

@westofsunday2779

3 жыл бұрын

I have to agree. The CE-5 is very underwhelming. I had high hopes for it but it’s just not very lush.

@bradshields1047

3 жыл бұрын

For the CE-5 you have to turn the filter controls all the way up, or at least past 12:00 to get a deeper, darker chorus. It will sound so lush. This was not demonstrated in this video.

@gliddofglood

3 жыл бұрын

@@bradshields1047 Thanks for the heads up. I’ll make renewed attempts!

@Maxibaluco

3 жыл бұрын

@@bradshields1047 I owned a CE-5 and it just didn't get the job done for me, the CE-1 switch on the Waza Craft CE-2 is just simply phenomenal, most of the chorus done on 80's songs is spot on with it, its heaven to earth difference

The Super Chorus

Very subtle differences between the pedals, I think that only on a very accurate conditions, studio, etc., you could heard a dramatic difference,so to speak. I go with the CH-1, without a doubt. The best of all with the most cost benefit rate. I'm a bit suspect to talk about the CH-1, since I have one for a couple of years.

@SZINNAPALM

4 жыл бұрын

he wasnt using stereo out, thats where its at, these pedals sound different that way

@LunaticTheCat

3 жыл бұрын

@@SZINNAPALM ya, if you plug them into a DAW with stereo they end up sounding massive.

I like the sound of the CH-1.

Best demo ever. You know what you're talking about for sure. I'm torn between the CH-1 and the CE-2w cause I do prefer darker sound but the 2w sounds more watery. Man this is hard 😂