Boss SDE-3000 Dual Delay

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Boss SDE-3000 Dual Delay

Boss

SDE-3000 Dual Delay

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Product Info

Article Number: 567398
Brand: Boss
Model: SDE-3000 Dual Delay
Price: $427.90

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The SDE-3000 is a fantastic recreation of a legendary delay, bringing that classic, warm digital vibe into a convenient pedal format. It's a killer option for guitarists and bassists seeking lush, complex delays for ambient soundscapes or subtle thickening—especially those who appreciate a vintage aesthetic and need a ton of presets.

Product Description

  • Boss SDE-3000 Dual Delay
  • Effect Pedal for Electric Guitar
  • Dual Delay
  • Warm vintage digital delay sound
  • Sound
  • retro display and controls based on the SDE-3000 rackmount digital delay
  • 2 Range settings: 0 - 1500 ms and 0 - 3000 ms
  • Adjustable EQ
  • 100 User memories
  • Assignable footswitch
  • Push buttons: Time
  • Feedback
  • Rate
  • Depth
  • Memory: 1-4
  • Bank A
  • Bank B
  • Left & Right
  • Filter
  • Timex2
  • Delay Phase
  • Feedback Phase
  • Digital Delay 1
  • Digital Delay 2
  • Setup
  • LED: DDL1
  • DDL2
  • TAP/CTL1
  • Memory: 1-4
  • Bank A
  • Bank B
  • Left & Right
  • Filter
  • Timex2
  • Delay Phase
  • Feedback Phase
  • Digital Delay 1
  • Digital Delay 2
  • Setup
  • Display: LED retro display
  • Footswitch: DDL1
  • DDL2 and TAP/CTL1
  • Power consumption: 450 mA
  • Power supply via 9 V DC mains adapter (included)
  • Dimensions: (W x D x H): 199 x 135 x 54 mm
  • Weight: 1100 g
  • Incl. power supply unit

*Note:* Battery operation is not supported

*Connections:*

  • L/mono input: 6.3 mm jack
  • R input: 6.3 mm jack
  • L/mono output: 6.3 mm jack plug
  • R Output: 6.3 mm jack
  • CTL 2.3 / Exp 1: 6.3 mm stereo jack
  • CTL 4
  • 5 / Exp 2 / GA-FC: 6
  • 3 mm stereo jack
  • MIDI In/Out: 3.5 mm stereo jack
  • Mains adapter connection: Hollow female plug 5.5 x 2.1 mm - negative pole inside
PROS
  • • Warm, vintage digital delay tone authentically recreates the classic SDE-3000 rack.
  • • Dual delay engine allows for complex rhythmic textures and stereo effects.
  • • 100 user memories offer incredible versatility for live performance and studio use.
  • • Assignable footswitch and tap tempo provide excellent real-time control.
CONS
  • • The retro LED display, while cool, can be a bit dim in bright stage conditions.
  • • The extensive parameter set can feel overwhelming for beginners to dial in quickly.
  • • Its power draw (450mA) is relatively high, requiring a robust power supply.

Product Video

Key Features

Delay Type Digital, Warm Vintage
Max Delay Time 3000 ms
Controls Time, Feedback, Out, Rate, Depth, Filter, Timex2, Delay Phase, Mod, Feedback Phase, Digital Delay 1, Digital Delay 2, Setup
Tap Tempo Yes, via footswitch
Bypass Type True Bypass
Power Supply 9V DC Mains Adapter (included)

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's distinct; it doesn't aim for pristine clarity like many modern delays. It’s warmer, with a subtle vintage character that emulates the original rack unit’s sound.
Yes, the assignable footswitch and dedicated memory buttons allow for quick preset switching and basic parameter adjustments on the fly.
It offers more than just a straight double; it allows for rhythmic variations and subtle phase shifting, adding depth and complexity to your sound.

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