Boss AD-2 Acoustic Preamp Pedal

NATURAL ACOUSTIC SOUND EVERYWHERE YOU PLAY
With the AD-2 Acoustic Preamp, acoustic-electric guitarists can now experience natural, studio-quality sound while performing on any stage. Equipped with an advanced BOSS sound engine, this compact pedal packs sophisticated processing power that belies its small size and simple, intuitive interface. Acoustic Resonance reproduces the complex resonance characteristics of your unplugged tone, while Ambience provides pro-level reverberation perfectly optimized for acoustic guitar. The AD-2 also features essential stage tools such as a notch filter for feedback control, a balanced DI out for direct connection to a PA, and a convenient mute function for tuning and switching guitars.

FEATURES

• Acoustic-electric guitar preamp with advanced BOSS sound processing
• Sophisticated under-the-hood processing with multiple interlocked parameters, accessible with simple stompbox controls
• Acoustic Resonance reproduces the complex resonance characteristics of an unplugged acoustic
• Ambience knob provides wide-ranging, studio-quality reverb optimized for acoustic guitar
• Notch filter for instant feedback reduction
• Normal output for an acoustic guitar amp and balanced DI output for direct PA connection
• Sound mute function for switching guitars and tuning on stage

SPECIFICATIONS

Nominal Input Level
-20 dBu

Input Impedance
10 M ohms

Nominal Output Level
OUTPUT jack: -20 dBu
LINE OUT jack: -20 dBu

Output Impedance
OUTPUT jack: 1 k ohm
LINE OUT jack: 600 ohms

Recommended Load Impedance
OUTPUT jack: 10 k ohms or greater
LINE OUT jack: 600 ohms or greater

Bypass
Buffered bypass
Controls
Pedal switch
ACOUSTIC RESONANCE knob
AMBIENCE knob
NOTCH knob

Indicator
CHECK indicator (Serves also as battery check indicator)

Connectors
INPUT jack: 1/4-inch phone type
OUTPUT jack: 1/4-inch phone type
LINE OUT jack: 1/4-inch TRS phone type
DC IN jack

Power Supply
Alkaline battery (9V, 6LR61)
AC adaptor (sold separately)

Current Draw
65 mA

Expected battery life under continuous use
Alkaline: Approx. 5 hours
*These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.

Accessories
Leaflet (“USING THE UNIT SAFELY,” “IMPORTANT NOTES,” and “Information”)
Alkaline battery (9V, 6LR61)

Option (sold separately)
AC adaptor (PSA series)