Professionally Inspected in Japan – Fully Tested & Working

Carefully inspected and tested by a specialist in Japan. The phaser effect, all three controls, footswitch, and indicator LED have been checked and 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 PH-1R Phaser – Vintage 1983 Made in Japan

A classic Japanese-made analog phaser featuring the desirable black label and black knobs.

The PH-1R delivers warm, smooth vintage phasing, from subtle movement to deep, swirling modulation. Its three controls (Rate, Depth, and Resonance) offer a wide range of expressive sounds.

Collector's Highlight: Original Box & Owner Card Included

This example comes with its original BOSS PH-1R box and Japanese owner registration card, which has never been mailed or registered.

A wonderful addition for vintage BOSS collectors looking for a more complete example.

Vintage Features

• Made in Japan – 1983
• Serial Number: 308500
• Black Label / Black Knobs
• Classic Analog Phaser Circuit
• Controls: Rate, Depth, RES
• Original BOSS Box Included
• Original Unmailed Japanese Owner Card Included

Condition & Operation

Used – Excellent.

Fully tested and working properly. All controls, effect switching, and indicator LED operate normally.

Shows some scratches, small paint chips, and signs of age, particularly on the bottom plate. Please review the photographs for the exact condition.

Maintenance: The rubber guide bushing for the pedal screw has been replaced with a new genuine BOSS replacement part.

No claims are made regarding other repairs or modifications.

Power Supply

Vintage BOSS ACA-type power system.

Use a standard 9V battery or a compatible older ACA-type adapter (typically 12V DC, center-negative when connected directly to the DC input).

A standard modern 9V adapter may not operate the pedal correctly.

Included Items

• BOSS PH-1R Phaser
• Original BOSS PH-1R Box
• Original Japanese Owner Registration Card (Unmailed)

Battery and power adapter are not included.

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. Actual delivery times may vary due to customs clearance, destination, 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 manufactured in 1983. 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 photos, cosmetic details, and power requirements before purchasing.

Thank you for viewing this vintage BOSS pedal from Japan!