From private collection up for sale rare and sought after Made in Japan Near Mint condition 1987 Boss LM-2 Limiter.

Serial Number 859063, First Year production, Made in Japan (Black Label).

Fully working, complete with box, paperwork and very rare 1987 Boss “All About Effectors” catalog.

I also throw in a specific still-boxed Boss ACA-220P Power Adapter and a genuine brand-new era-alike Toshiba 9V S-006P battery.

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Follows description from Equipboard:

The Boss LM-2 Limiter is an analog dynamic effect pedal manufactured in Japan between 1987 and 1992. Unlike a standard compressor that "squashes" the entire signal, the LM-2 is designed specifically to suppress high-volume peaks while preserving the rest of your signal’s natural dynamic range. 

Key Functions and Performance

• Purpose: It balances volume differences between single notes and chords, prevents unwanted spikes in live or studio settings, and provides a more transparent sound than most compressors.
• Circuitry: It uses a high-quality Voltage-Controlled Amplifier (VCA) and high-speed envelope detection for a natural effect with low noise and minimal tone loss.
• Instrument Versatility: While originally targeted at guitarists for smoothing solos, it became a favorite among bassists for leveling "slap" playing, leading Boss to eventually rebrand subsequent models as "Bass Limiters". 
  

Control Interface

The pedal features four primary knobs to shape the effect: 

• Level: Sets the overall output volume.
• Tone: Adjusts the EQ; clockwise enhances high-end frequencies ("sharper" sound), while counterclockwise cuts them ("softer" sound).
• Release: Determines how quickly the limiter stops affecting the signal after a peak, helping to avoid "pumping" and manage sustain.
• Threshold: Sets the volume level where limiting begins. Turning it counterclockwise lowers the threshold, increasing the overall limiting effect. 
  

Specifications

• Build: Durable metal casing with a blue finish.
• Power: Requires a 9V battery or a Boss ACA-series AC adapter.
• Weight: Approximately 400g (0.88 lbs).
• Dimensions: 70(W) x 55(H) x 125(D) mm. 
  

Disclaimer: minor characteristics due-to-age such as light pots scratching /  hums / hisses / clicks on every 10+ years old electronic equipment for sale may occur. 

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