Boss IR-2 Amp & Cabinet

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Boss IR-2 Amp & Cabinet

Boss

IR-2 Amp & Cabinet

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 580200
Brand: Boss
Model: IR-2 Amp & Cabinet
Price: $196.90

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The IR-2 is a clever little box that gets you surprisingly close to real amp and cab tones without the bulk. It's a great option for gigging musicians or home recordists needing a versatile, affordable amp-in-a-pedal solution – especially if you're chasing classic rock and blues sounds.

Product Description

  • Boss IR-2 Amp & Cabinet
  • Effect Pedal for Electric Guitar and Electric Bass
  • Compact amplifier simulator and impulse response loader
  • 11 Amplifier types with first-class speaker IR support from Celestion Digital
  • Classic tone stack control
  • plus ambience setting
  • Two amplifier channels
  • switchable via button or external foot switch
  • Specific software (Mac/Win) for IR data loader and system settings
  • Controls: Ambience
  • bass
  • level
  • middle
  • gain
  • treble
  • amp preset
  • LED: Effect On
  • Foot switch: Effect Bypass
  • Input: 6.3 mm jack
  • Channel select: 6.3 mm jack
  • Return: 6.3 mm jack
  • Output A (mono) and B: 6.3 mm jack
  • Send: 6.3 mm stereo jack
  • Headphone: 3.5 mm stereo jack
  • Power supply connection: Barrel connector 5.5 x 2.1 mm
  • centre negative
  • Power consumption: 300 mA
  • Power supply: 9 V battery or a 9 V DC power supply (not included)
  • Suitable optional power supply: Art. no. #409939# (not included)
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 73 x 129 x 59 mm
  • Weight: 450 g
PROS
  • • Celestion IRs deliver surprisingly authentic speaker response.
  • • Compact size makes it incredibly pedalboard-friendly.
  • • Two channels offer flexibility for clean and driven tones.
  • • Classic tone stack provides familiar, tweakable EQ shaping.
CONS
  • • Limited amp model selection compared to higher-end units.
  • • Software editor is functional but lacks visual polish.
  • • Headphone output lacks the punch for serious monitoring.

Product Video

Key Features

Effects Count 11
Amp Models 11 (various Fender, Marshall, Mesa/Boogie inspired)
Presets User-programmable, likely around 20-30 with editing software
Looper None
Expression Pedal None
Connections 6.3mm Input, Channel Select, Return, Stereo Outputs, Send, 3.5mm Headphone

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Frequently Asked Questions

They're remarkably good for the price, providing a decent approximation of speaker breakup and resonance, but don't expect the nuance of a high-end FRFR system.
Yes, the included software allows you to load your own impulse responses, expanding the tonal possibilities significantly.
It's a generalized recreation inspired by common vintage amp EQ curves, offering a familiar foundation to shape your sound, rather than a direct copy of any one amp.

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