BOSS CH-1 Super Chorus


The Boss CH-1 is the standard for chorus among many guitar players. This simple yet effective pedal is a nice and cheap way to add a little bit of shimmer to your sound. Do not expect any breathtaking or multi dimensional effects. This is more of a simple, no frills stompbox.

External control: None
Cost: $

HornFX Review

Interface: 2.5/5
About as standard as it gets. There are no surprises or hidden features. The EQ knob might have a little less effect on the sound than one would expect.

Versatility: 2/5
There is not much beyond the standard chorus on this pedal. You can have more or less aggressive chorus, but overall, this pedal does the basics well.

Tonal Reproduction: 3/5
Although it might have a bit darker sound than one would expect, this pedal’s representation of your sound is on the good side of average.

Complexity: Simple

Complexity: Simple

Live application: 3/5
A standard for guitar players, this is a solid but not fantastic chorus pedal for a horn player.

InterfaceVersatilityTonal ReproductionLive ApplicationTotal Score
2.5/52/53/53/510.5/20

Product Information

The CH-1 Super Chorus pedal delivers a clean classic chorus sound with crystal-clear highs and a unique stereo effect, variable between left and right speakers.

  • Effect Level, EQ, Rate, and Depth controls

  • Input Impedance: 1 Mohms

  • Output Impedance: 10 Kohms or greater

  • Residual Noise Level: -95dBu (IHF-A, Typ.)

  • Connectors: Input Jack, Output Jack A (mono)/ B, AC Adapter Jack (DC 9V)

  • Power Supply: 9V DC, either a Dry Battery 9V type or an AC Adapter

  • Current Draw: 22 mA (DC 9V)

  • Accessories: Dry Battery 9V type

  • Optional AC Adapter - Roland PSA-120S

  • 2-7/8" W x 5-1/8" D x 2-3/8" H

  • Weight: 15 oz


Product info from the BOSS website.