The chorus is an effect that adds breadth and thickness to the sound. Listen for example to the intros of Purple Rain by Prince or Come As You Are by Nirvana to judge its effectiveness. With its knobs pushed to their limits, it can even act like a vibrato or a tremolo. Woodbrass gives you its Top 5.
The Boss CE-2W takes up the DNA of the legendary CE-1 and CE-2, adding modern improvements. Made in Japan in the Waza Craft tradition, it offers three modes: standard CE-2, CE-1 chorus and CE-1 vibrato, with Rate and Depth controls to fine-tune the sound texture.
With its 100% analog BBD circuitry, a new stereo output for the CE-2 and an adjustable depth for the CE-1 mode, this pedal expands guitarists’ sonic universe while preserving the warmth of vintage chorus.
Its features:
- 3 modes: CE-2, CE-1 chorus, CE-1 vibrato
- Premium analog circuit
- Stereo output (new for the CE-2)
- Rate & Depth knobs
- Buffered bypass
For more than twenty years, the CH-1 Super Chorus from Boss has been found on pedalboards worldwide. With its four knobs (Effect Level, EQ, Rate, and Depth), it offers a wide range of parameters to shape your sound according to your desire and imagination. Unlike other pedals that are a bit "psychedelic," it knows how to stay subtle and light. The CH-1 also includes a stereo output to potentially add even more depth to your sound. As for the build, it reflects the brand and its longevity: impeccably robust. An excellent chorus, delicate and essential.
Did you know that Kurt Cobain used the Small Clone on the riff for “Come As You Are”? As you might guess, the strength of this pedal is its simplicity: it only has one knob, which lets you adjust the speed and presence of the effect. No headaches here, Electro Harmonix keeps things straightforward! The small Depth switch changes the intensity, helping you find the right spot in the mix. Even with its stripped-down look, the Small Clone stands out for the range of sounds it delivers, from almost multidimensional chorus to a subtle, tasteful pulse. And with a price under 100 €, it’s a real bargain.
The Corona Mini from TC Electronic condenses the brand’s chorus into a mini format, comfortable on tight pedalboards. There are three potentiometers: Speed and Depth which control the effect’s intensity (speed and depth), and FX Level for the injected effect level. Its voicings cover the SCF grain and a broader TriChorus, and the pedal benefits from the brand’s TonePrint system, which allows loading signature sounds or creating your own settings via a dedicated editor. True Bypass and Analog-Dry-Through preserve attack and dynamics. Flexibility and versatility are the best words to describe the Corona Mini. It is priced at 71 euros.
If you’re looking for a pedal that wonderfully combines vintage and modern features, this MXR deserves your attention. In terms of sound, the Analog Chorus offers a rich, warm or mellow sound, as you would expect from a 100% analog unit. With its five potentiometers, you can sculpt your sound precisely and according to your wildest desires. Like the TC Electronic Corona Mini, the MXR Analog Chorus could top the podium of chorus pedals on the market. Whether in a context of riffs, arpeggios, or combined with other effects, it excels in absolutely everything. It has also been seen on the boards of Slash and Eddie Van Halen. A little piece of legend that will cost you 119 euros.
