General
The original VB-2 vibrato effects pedal by Boss was launched in 1982, but has recently been rediscovered by modern guitarists and bass players. Looking back, you could safely say Boss was ahead of their time. Due to its increasing popularity, Boss decided to re-release the stomp box in all its glory, this time as the Waza Craft VB-2W. Essentially, it's a modernised version of the original. The analogue circuitry has remained intact, which means the original pitch-shifted vibrato was also unchanged. Boss did decide, however, to equip the pedal with an improved arsenal of vibrato modes and a real-time control function for enhanced expression.
Waza VB-2W: tone innovation
This Waza edition of the VB-2 offers a true Boss experience with improved modes for unique vibrato sounds and what's known as a Filter Wave to boot. What's more, this pedal is equipped with a Standard mode that allows the original VB-2 sound to shine like never before. Adjust the depth of the effect using a separately-available expression pedal. Use the Unlatch mode to activate the effect by only pressing the pedal when you want to add vibrato to a specific note or chord. With the VB-2W, you get all the best parts of the original pedal, plus lots of modern new features!
Tone artist
This re-issue of the Boss VB-2 was given the name Waza Craft for a reason. In Japanese, the term 'waza' means technique, and symbolizes a level of excellence that is only achieved through years of dedication and commitment to ones craft. After years of experience, the engineers at Boss have achieved a new level of design and craftsmanship, and the VB-2W is a good example of this. It has even received the approval of the Boss designers in Japan. What's more, the analogue components of this device have been put together with great care for the very best result. The result is such an exceptional sound and response, it's easy to understand why so many guitarists welcome this effect with open arms!
| Adapter included |
no |
| Centre positive/negative |
centre negative |
| Sustainable product |
not specified |
| Mini pedal |
no |
| Stereo output |
no |
| True bypass |
no |
| Power supply plug |
barrel 2.1 mm (inner diameter) |
| Type of modulation effect |
vibrato |
| Can be powered by battery |
yes |
| Voltage |
9 V |
