Professionally Inspected in Japan – Fully Tested & Working

This vintage BOSS CE-1 has been carefully inspected and tested by a professional technician in Japan. Both Chorus and Vibrato functions, controls, and switching operations have been confirmed to work properly.

Fast & Secure FedEx Shipping from Japan

Usually ships within 2 business days via FedEx with tracking. Delivery typically takes up to 5 business days after shipment, depending on the destination and customs clearance.

BOSS CE-1 Chorus Ensemble – 1979 Made in Japan

The legendary original BOSS Chorus Ensemble, featuring the sought-after MN3002 BBD chip, visible in the internal photographs.

Inspired by the classic Roland Jazz Chorus sound, the CE-1 delivers exceptionally rich, warm analog chorus and expressive vibrato. Its distinctive character has made it a highly regarded vintage modulation effect among musicians and collectors.

Vintage Features

• Made in Japan – 1979
• Serial Number: 831996
• Vintage MN3002 BBD chip
• Original BOSS Chorus Ensemble design
• Analog Chorus and Vibrato
• Chorus Intensity / Vibrato Depth & Rate controls
• High / Low input sensitivity selector
• Mono input / Stereo outputs
• Built-in AC power cord

Condition & Operation

Used – Excellent.

Professionally inspected and fully functional. Both effects and all main controls have been tested.

The unit shows light scratches, marks, and normal signs of age, but remains in attractive cosmetic condition for a vintage pedal.

Detailed internal photographs are included, showing the MN3002 chip and other components. Please review all photos carefully.

Important: Japanese AC 100V Power

This is a Japanese domestic AC 100V model with a built-in power cord.

Do not connect it directly to 120V or 230V mains power. Buyers outside Japan must use a suitable step-down transformer or other properly rated voltage-conversion equipment.

Please confirm power compatibility before purchasing.

Included: BOSS CE-1 unit with attached power cord only. No original box or manual.

Shipping

Carefully packed and shipped from Japan via FedEx with tracking, usually within 2 business days. Delivery typically takes up to 5 business days after shipment, subject to customs clearance and local delivery conditions.

Important Notice for International Buyers

Import duties, VAT, taxes, brokerage fees, and customs clearance charges are the buyer's responsibility unless otherwise stated.

This is a vintage electronic device from 1979. Although professionally inspected and fully functional at the time of testing, long-term operation cannot be guaranteed, and future maintenance may be required.

Please review all photographs and confirm the AC 100V power requirement before purchasing. Applicable Reverb buyer protection and return policies remain in effect.

Thank you for viewing this classic BOSS CE-1 from Japan!