Boss SDE-3 Dual Digital Delay Pedal

Unveiling a modern tribute to a legend, the SDE-3 honours its iconic predecessor, the Roland SDE-3000, first introduced in 1983. This revered delay unit became a staple for its lush, rich tone and unique modulation characteristics, achieved through a meticulously crafted digital engine and the nuanced behaviour of its analog circuitry. The SDE-3000's famed warmth and non-linear sonic quirks, like magnetic saturation in the anti-alias filter and the evolving modulation of vintage components, gave it a distinct voice, now faithfully captured and enhanced in the BOSS SDE-3 pedal.

Exuding vintage colour and character, the SDE-3 brings timeless delay textures to your pedalboard. The streamlined interface offers essential controls—delay time, feedback, and modulation rate/depth—while expanded features allow for deep sonic exploration. Whether you're chasing retro '80s mod/delay sounds or crafting moody, atmospheric tones for modern genres, the SDE-3’s high-cut and modulation controls deliver unparalleled versatility.

The Offset feature adds further depth, providing dual-delay effects that let you layer multiple delay times. With a single twist, add a second delay to create thick, stereo delay landscapes or intricate rhythmic subdivisions, perfect for creating rich, evolving soundscapes in mono or stereo setups. Choose from various output modes—whether in mono, true stereo, or wet/dry configurations—for ultimate flexibility in live or studio environments.

Designed for the modern player, the SDE-3 integrates seamlessly with today's demanding workflows. Tap tempo functionality, MIDI clock sync, external footswitch control, and expression pedal compatibility provide endless creative possibilities, giving you the power to shape your delay tones with precision and style. Whether you're performing live or producing in the studio, the SDE-3 redefines the limits of delay, embodying the legacy of the original SDE-3000 while offering cutting-edge features for the contemporary musician.

Features

• The iconic character of the Roland SDE-3000 rackmount delay in a BOSS compact pedal

• Beautiful vintage digital delay tones with expanded creative range

• Distinctive modulation with independent Rate and Depth knobs

• Hi Cut control for shaping the high-frequency amount

• Variable Offset feature for creating unique sounds with a secondary delay line

• Adjustable maximum delay time: 800 ms (mono/stereo) or 1600 ms (mono)

• Two stereo delay options: panning and discrete stereo

• Versatile output modes: stereo, wet/dry, and dry mute (mono or stereo)

• Tap tempo and carryover functions

• Jack for extended control with up to two footswitches or an expression pedal

• TRS MIDI input for syncing to external MIDI clock signals

• BOSS five-year warranty