Boss RT-2 Rotary Ensemble
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Boss
RT-2 Rotary Ensemble
Product Info
Article Number:
619906
Brand:
Boss
Model:
RT-2 Rotary Ensemble
Category:
Guitar Effects
Price:
$295.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The RT-2 is a seriously impressive rotary pedal – it nails the vintage vibe while offering some modern flexibility. It's a great option for players wanting that classic Hammond organ sound without the massive expense or space requirements of a real Leslie. Perfect for blues, soul, and anything needing that swirling, immersive feel.
Product Description
- Boss RT-2 Rotary Ensemble
- Effect Pedal for Electric Guitar
- Rotary Effect
- Offers a wide range of rotary speaker sounds
- from authentic vintage recreations to modern
- extended variations for more atmosphere and a wider drive range (three selectable modes)
- Improved sound shaping with new two-axis controls
- Pedal switch enables seamless transitions between slow and fast rotor speeds
- Virtual rotor display visually synchronises the movement of the horn and bass rotors for intuitive feedback
- External expression pedal input enables real-time control of the assigned parameters
- Controls: Level
- Drive
- Fast
- Slow
- Switches: Mode
- Rise/Fall Time
- Drive Knob
- Footswitch: Effect Bypass
- Hold: Slow/Fast
- LED: Effect on
- Display: Virtual rotor - displays speed
- Input Mono and Stereo: 2 x 6.3 mm jack
- Output Mono and Stereo: 2 x 6.3 mm jack
- CTL/EXP: 6.3 mm stereo jack
- Power consumption: 115 mA
- Power supply via 9 V DC mains adapter (2.1 x 5.5 mm barrel connector
- centre negative) - suitable mains adapter Art. #102842# (not included)
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 73 x 129 x 59 mm
- Weight: 450 g
PROS
- • Excellent recreation of classic Leslie speaker tones, surprisingly nuanced for the price.
- • The 'Drive' knob adds a crucial, authentic tube amp-like saturation.
- • Virtual rotor display is genuinely useful for visual feedback and syncing.
- • External expression pedal input vastly expands real-time control possibilities.
CONS
- • Stereo imaging isn't as wide or immersive as a true Leslie setup.
- • Rise/Fall time adjustments can feel a bit limited for extreme effects.
- • The pedal’s size is relatively large, impacting pedalboard space planning.
Product Video
Key Features
Effect Type
Rotary Speaker Simulation
Controls
Level, Drive, Fast, Slow, Mode, Rise/Fall Time
Bypass Type
True Bypass
Power Supply
9V DC, 200mA (Boss PSA series recommended)
Connections
Input (Mono/Stereo), Output (Mono/Stereo), External Expression Pedal Input
Dimensions
108mm x 132mm x 35mm
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Frequently Asked Questions
Mode 1 is a vintage recreation, Mode 2 adds a more modern, subtle swirl, and Mode 3 provides a more intense, extended rotary effect.
Absolutely, it's designed to work well with mono signals; you'll still get a convincing rotary effect, though you'll lose some of the stereo depth.
It controls how quickly the rotor speed transitions between fast and slow, allowing you to dial in a more gradual or abrupt change for different feels.
