Boss CE-5 Stereo Chorus Ensemble Pedal

With its stereo outputs and high-cut/low-cut filters, the Boss CE5 pedal lets you go from a mild tinge of chorus to a lush stereo soundscape.

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Overall User Ratings (based on 48 ratings)
  • Overall:
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Sound:
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Features:
    4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Ease of Use:
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Quality:
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Value:
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Manufacturer Support:
    5 out of 5 stars
  • The Wow Factor:
    4.5 out of 5 stars
Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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Submitted April 8, 2004 by a customer from hotmail.com

Boss CE-5 Chorus Customer Review

Overall: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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Like I said, my only complaint is that hum with the low filter dial turned up. Maybe there's a way to remedy that? If I had to replace it, I would probably look at other models. Before I bought it I also tried the Boss Super Chorus, but the Chorus Ensemble definitely had the better sound.
Sound
Great sound, from really watery effects to crazy fast modulation. Perfect for what I do. I use it with keyboards and theremin, too. Makes for some great noises when coupled with heavy delay and some distortion. My only complaint is that it makes a low hum with the low filter turned even half way up.
Features
It would be nice if it came with an adapter because it does drain batteries FAST. Otherwise features are good.
Quality
The high filter knob has bent a little bit, but it doesn't really effect performance. I've had it for 10 years now and it hasn't fallen apart. Boss makes tough pedals.
Value
Don't remember what I paid, but I've never regretted buying it. I can't live without a chorus pedal.
Manufacturer Support
Don't know, never talked to them. Maybe I should about that hum.
The Wow Factor
I like the look of Boss pedals, but that's not the most important factor here now is it?

Musical Style:

gloomy spacey dreamy psychedelic
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Submitted January 22, 2007 by a customer from mastertex.com

"My first experience to use Boss chorus."

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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No i would not change it. I will buy same another one if it being stolen. It surely complements all my musical targets. The best thing is its sound quality and least is its paint finishing quality it is rather dull.
Sound
I have been using Boss pedals since long time but i did not tried their chorus as i already had a Ibanez one. So when i plugged it in my amp it just sounded superb. It even produce brillant sound in mono setting. It has got everything which a guitarist wants. Sound is clean, rich and amazingly beautiful. It is something i have been missing since so many years. I am completely satisfied with it. It gives good sound if it is being used with distortion.
Features
The best feature it has got is the low and high filters which gives you complete control over your desired sound. The pedal is very rugged and the variable knobs are very smooth and quiet. The unit is simply one of the best constructed.
Ease of Use
It is very easy to shape any sound from this unit. It also very simple to mix it with other effects and does not cause any trouble. The manual is very clear and it also stated all the famous settings for various sound productions.
Quality
The unit is very strong and very well made. But its paint finishing seems a little dull. I used it on the road and it is completely reliable. Overall its quality is great.
Value
I think the price is a little higher. People now a days perfer to buy the complete effect boards so consequently these individual pedals prices should be reduced to let the hobbiest to get them more easily.
Manufacturer Support
Never had a problem with their units so far.
The Wow Factor
It is a perfect addition to my effect pedal libary. After buying it i can't think to play my guitar without it.

Musical Background:

26 Hobbyist

Musical Style:

Rock
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Submitted June 25, 2005 by a customer from hotmail.com

"Great job once again."

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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Ill use Boss products indefinantly
Sound
This Pedal is a good replacement for the infamous CE2 Chorus. It responds well and has a very wide range of controlls to get about any chorus sound you would ever need.
Features
Typical Boss pedal easy to access the battery compartment.
Quality
Very durable. Used Boss when was on the road touring. Very road worthy.
Value
Yes great price
Manufacturer Support
Never had to contact them.
The Wow Factor
excellent

Musical Background:

Active Musician. Play in Church, Touring experience

Musical Style:

Christain, Gospel, Praise and Worship, Christian Blues.
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Submitted July 7, 2006 by a customer from hotmail.com

"A River Of Liquid Chorus"

Overall: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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As far as im concerned i wont ever need another chorus pedal, if it breaks i'll buy another one just like it. It suits all my needs ive never been limited by what it can or possibly cannot do, absolutely perfect for chorus. Go out an buy it if your lookin for chorus, its lush.
Sound
excellent sound, really brightens up your clean tone, i dont ever use it when playing with distortion but im sure it can keep up with it. I can really hear the difference between playing with a chorus pedal and going completely dry signal clean. I couldnt imagine playing anything clean without chorus just because this pedal adds so much more beautiful tonalites to your tone.
Features
5 control knobs, perfect for honing in the sound your looking for, anything from wickedly liquid chorus to something very small and faint sounding
Ease of Use
Its a boss, so obviously just plug and play. They give you a few examples in the instruction guide which are great but more so better for you seeing how exactly the pedal works and what does what, then from that being able to find your own sound
Quality
ive owned a boss pedal for almost 6 years now and it hasnt broken so i entrust this one to stay put for just as long
Value
its nice and cheap, though i traded in my old wah for this so i didnt pay a cent, but its still only like 119 bucks canadian
Manufacturer Support
Havent had to deal with them, boss products are top of the line they'll never break
The Wow Factor
its baby blue, looks like any other boss pedal so it fits in nicely on the ol pedalboard with the rest of em. Made of metal so its gonna be able to take a stompin.

Musical Background:

Active Musician

Musical Style:

Rock, Progressive, Metal
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Submitted July 18, 2004 by a customer from yahoo.com

"Great Pedal!"

Overall: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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i dont plan on replacing it. it is a prfessional level pedal that sounds great and is made well.
Sound
very flexible tone and sound. i love it
Features
great sound and controls, wish it came with an ac adapter cause it just uses up batteries so fast. adapters cost 20 bucks
Quality
sturdy metal, this thing wont break unless you are trying to break it and if it does, there is a 5 yar warranty
Value
worth every penny you paid. does what it should
Manufacturer Support
i havent had any problems, but im sure they would give me my five year warranty
The Wow Factor
this field really doesnt apply mich to pedals but umm i guess it looks cool

Musical Style:

punk, ska, rock
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Submitted April 14, 2008 by a customer from aol.com

"Plain Awsome!"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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I LOVE THIS PEDAL! its sutch an awsome pedal great deal and great for someone looking for there first chorus pedal.
Sound
it's sound is perfect for anyone looking for a chorus pedal. the 5 knobs give you the control for the sound you want.i voe the sound on it.
Features
like i said i love the sound on it it'll just be like it's suposed to and it just awsome. the babey blue color is pretty cool too.
Ease of Use
this is a Boss so DUH it's gonna be really easy to you just plug it in and play your heart out.
Quality
like i said its a Boss it's never broken yet and iv'e been useing it for 6 years!
Value
it's a great deal for someone looking for there first chorus. i know it is.
Manufacturer Support
Never had to fix a thing.
The Wow Factor
its babey blue is a cool touch and it feels great when you play it,even if your on the go.

Musical Background:

Hobbyist, active musician

Musical Style:

rock, alternative
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Submitted April 18, 2008 by a customer from aol.com

"First pedal, Awsome outcome."

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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i love this pedal its just awsome
Sound
sounds like its supposed to and you can get just about every chorus sound you want
Features
the 5 knobs give you the settings you want your chorus to sound like.plus it was a little smaller than expexted but still awsome
Ease of Use
Really easy to use.
Quality
i never expect this product to break and i got it 2 days ago.
Value
perfect price for a perfect pedal
Manufacturer Support
never had to call for support
The Wow Factor
i think this is a realy good pedal for beggeners and pros!

Musical Style:

rock, alternative
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Submitted November 11, 2005

"Great Pedal to have.."

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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Overall Im empressed with this pedal and Im damn glad proud I choose Boss CE-5. Sound + quality + value = BOSS CE-5
Sound
Sound just what I wanted. Smooth, warm and clean. I really love it especially in clean tunes sounds like it float in the sky while you do the plucking or strumming.
Features
It has five knobs all the of them are usefull really makes a difference. If you turn the "RATE" knob all way up it also creates some sort of vibrato effect.
Quality
BOSS pedals are gonna last long thats why I like them.
Value
Dont hesitate to buy this one really worth it.

Musical Background:

garage

Musical Style:

rock/hardrock
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