Boss BD-2-B50A Blues Driver 50th Anniversary Compact Pedal Overview:

Since 1973, BOSS has pioneered the development of unique and innovative guitar gear for players of all styles. From heavy distortion to subtle crunch, BOSS compact pedals remain the go-to for gain. And for those guitarists seeking a delicate, nuanced tone that allows technique to shine through, it’s hard to beat the popular BD-2 Blues Driver. Introduced in 1995, this acclaimed drive pedal is revered for its broad palette of sounds, touch sensitivity and articulate, tube amp-like response.

Features:

• 50th Anniversary limited edition
  
• Classic "blues" guitar tones with tube amp simulation
  
• Warm distortion and overdrive
  
• Responds to nuance and volume changes
  
• AC adaptor or 9V battery operation

Specifications:

• Nominal Input Level: -20 dBu
• Input Impedance: 1 M ohm
• Nominal Output Level: -20 dBu
• Output Impedance: 1 k ohm
• Recommended Load Impedance: 10 k ohms or greater
• Controls
  
  • Pedal switch
    
  • GAIN knob
    
  • TONE knob
    
  • LEVEL knob
• Indicator: CHECK indicator (Used for indication of check battery)
• Connectors
  
  • INPUT jack: 1/4-inch phone type
    
  • OUTPUT jack: 1/4-inch phone type
    
  • DC IN jack
• Power Supply
  
  • Carbon-zinc battery (9 V, 6F22) or Alkaline battery (9 V, 6LR61)
    
  • AC adaptor (PSA series: sold separately)
    
  • Current Draw 20 mA
    
  • Expected battery life under continuous useCarbon: Approx. 24.5 hours Alkaline:
  • Approx. 44 hours*These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.

SIZE AND WEIGHT ( INCL. BATTERY )

• Width 73 mm2-7/8 inches
  
• Depth 129 mm5-1/8 inches
  
• Height 59 mm2-3/8 inches
  
• Weight 360 g13 oz