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Boss RV-5

Item ID: RV5

Reverb Pedal with Six Reverb Modes and Stereo Inputs and Outputs

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Stereo Reverb Sounds From Boss!

The RV-5 offers six of BOSS' best reverbs ever - in stereo. This makes it possible to connect after other pedals that feature stereo outputs. New reverbs include convincing spring reverb emulation and a high-quality gate reverb. More spacious reverb sounds can be had using the newly developed Modulate mode. And thanks to its dual inputs, the RV-5 even works for keyboard players.


Features:
  • Stereo input/output for compatibility with other stereo pedals
  • 6 high-quality reverb modes on par with rackmount processors
  • First-of-its-kind Modulate mode detunes the reverb sound for added spaciousness
  • New spring reverb emulation offers realistic spring reverb sounds
  • New gate reverb taken from high-end Roland studio gear

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Specification Detail
Type Reverb
Inputs 2 x Instrument
Outputs 2 x 1/4"
Power Supply Included No
Batteries 1 x 9V
Height 2.4"
Depth 5.1"
Width 2.9"
Weight 1 lbs.
Manufacturer Part Number RV-5

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based on 5 reviews

I CAN'T BELIEVE THEY CAN SELL THIS PEDAL THAT CHEAP

by J.C. AmericanDeluxeStrat from Tazewell,TN
March 8, 2011
Music Background: 21 Year Musician
The Boss RV-5 is probably the Best pedal BOSS ever built. I have 1 of these pedals on each of my pedalboards ( Acoustic and lead pedalboards) great reverb sounds . even sounds good on a keyboard.... N... read more [+]ot really much else to say this pedal is a must buy. close [-]

Incredible & hard to believe Reverb pedal from Boss.

by Khawaja Jodat from 61 M , Gulberg III, Lahore, Pakistan
April 7, 2007
Music Background: I have been playing for the last 27 years, Am a chemical engineer and a Hobbyist guitarist.
I purchased it last year. I did not have a plan to buy it and rather it was all my sheer luck that I got this incredible sounding stuff. It all happened in a way that I had something to exchange in th... read more [+]e music store and luckly I saw this pedal in the showcase. So I decided to exchange my disapproved item with Boss digital reverb pedal. I found it just an amazing sounding beast and you better have to believe it. The reverb sounds produced by it are so interesting, natural and full bodied that I at once fell in love with it. All the five reverb settings are very useful and have immense depth/richness and beautiful decaying sustain property. The reverb sound is very neat and I have not noticed any back ground noise at all furthermore the control knobs proportionaly works extremely well. After using this reverb unit I have simply ignored using my amplifiers reverb as they seems toyish as far as sound quality is concerned as compared with Boss digital reverb. One can very easily shape any reverb sound from it by using few and simple knobs adjustments. It is true that now I have stopped fearing to jump on stage as I did while using my amp spring reverb which sound horrible and now feel more confident after adopting this beauty. The overall quality and ease of use is remarkable for this unit. The modulate reverb setting is just like something out of this world so pleasant to listen while playing slow phrases. No doubt that its price is quite high but once you hear it you will spontenously say Oh I do not care how much I paid for it. Boss products are extremely reliable from this fact that I have been using Boss pedals since 1983 and they never turned me down, rather I must add that they are build for life time. Thanks & regards. close [-]

Favorite Pedal

by Phil from Conway, SC USA
October 13, 2006
Music Background: Student / Hobbyist
I tried several reverbs out before choosing this one. Many of the others sounded just as good as this one and in a few cases a little better. What makes this pedal stand out and better than the others... read more [+] is the fact that you can choose between 6 different types of reverb and they all sound great. They are all useable and high quality. This is a great pedal. close [-]

Buy it already!

by Ben from
September 12, 2011
Music Background: Pro Musician
The modulated reverb is worth the price of this pedal by itself. For some reason, Boss struck gold for once. I think if this pedal said anything other than "BOSS" on it, it would sell for double the p... read more [+]rice and people would call it one of the best reverbs on the market (which it totally it is if you know how to use it). Especially when used in stereo, the modulated reverb is smooth, lucious, and adds serious dimension to your sound. The three controls work perfectly to let you get the sound to sit right and do exactly what you want it to do.

For me, I use the modulated reverb about 95% of the time, and occasionally use the room (which can work for a very certain range of sounds), and occasionally use the gated reverb. The gated reveb is pretty cool when used right, albeit not an effect that is frequently called for. The other reverbs might be usable, but I never use them. The spring reverb is a bit campy, and not necessarily a good emulation, but don't buy this pedal if you want spring reverb. In fact, buy this pedal for the modulated reverb, and use the other stuff if it ever happens to sound good for what you're doing.

All in all, if you want a beautful reverb at the end of your chain to add some serious depth to your sound, this is the right pedal. Other people will pay way more for a Strymon pedal that isn't much better than this in the sound department. Close your eyes and listen....don't be fooled by brands or price. This is the only BOSS pedal I own. close [-]

Boss RV-5

by Lindsay Kane Syner from WV
October 12, 2011
Music Background: Studio guitar player
Good reverb but the spring reverb setting I don't like because when you hit a fast chord and stop fast you here a boing sound that I don't like at all. The hall setting is really nice.
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