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Boss FRV-1 '63 Fender Reverb Guitar Effects Pedal  

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A timeless classic reborn.

BOSS and Fender USA have collaborated to create the BOSS FRV-1 pedal, a stunning recreation of the legendary '63 Fender Reverb via COSM technology. The FRV-1 puts that timeless tube-driven reverb sound under your foot in a tough, reliable compact reverb pedal.

The Fender Spring Reverb is the sound that launched the surf-music phenomenon, and is a staple of rockabilly, country, and blues. Later, it became commonplace in grunge and other modern genres. Now the same legendary sound can be had in an affordable, rugged compact guitar effect pedal.

Features

  • Recreates the legendary sound of the 1963 Fender Reverb via COSM technology
  • Easy operation with 3 classic controls for Dwell, Tone, and Mix for creating sounds from buttery warmth to sparkling twang
  • Cool, retro appearance
  • Road-tough BOSS metal construction

FRV-1 '63 Fender Reverb Guitar Effects Pedal Specifications:

  • Nominal Input Level: -20 dBu
  • Input Impedance: 1 mOhm
  • Nominal Output Level: -20 dBu
  • Output Impedance: 1 kOhm
  • Recommended Load Impedance: 10 kOhm or greater
  • Power Supply: DC 9V: Dry battery 6F22 (9V) type (carbon)/Dry battery 6LR61 (9V) type (alkaline), AC Adaptor (PSA series: optional)
  • Current Draw: 37 mA (DC 9V)
  • Expected battery life under continuous use: Alkaline: 10.5 hours. These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.
  • Dimensions: 2-3/8"H x 2-7/8"W x 5-1/8"D
  • Weight: 15 oz. (including battery)
  • Accessories: owner's manual, dry battery/9 V-type (6LR61)
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Almost... but not quite

| Review By: RelicJohn | 3 months, 3 weeks ago

4 people out of 4 found this review helpful

Features:

This is a pretty decent reverb for those who are trying to duplicate the early 60's surf sound.  It comes close to the 63-65 Fender reverb but doesn't quite hit the mark.  I was around in those days and playing surf music and the only thing that would do it then was a Fender tube driven spring reverb in either a stand alone unit or as part of a 2 x 12 or 4 x 10 amp.  They were expensive then and they are still pricey today; so, for the money this little pedal is a pretty good compromise.  If you're like me and your wife will never approve the cash layout for a classic Fender amp, then invest in this little Boss reverb pedal.  It comes close enough to make it well worth the investment.

Quality:

Bullet-proof Boss pedal.

Value:

Pretty good bang for your buck

Overall:

Well worth the money.

Do you own the product?:
Yes
Have you used the product?:
Yes
Musical Experience:
semi-pro
Style of music you play:
50-70's rock
Where you live:
Arizona

Did you find this review helpful? yes no1110347

I so dig this pedal!

| Review By: ukulelecraig | 5 months, 3 weeks ago

4 people out of 5 found this review helpful

Features:

I play jazz/chord melody arrangements on a tenor ukulele with an active LR Baggs pickup.  This pedeal gives me the perfect, warm reverb sound of an Fender Deluxe or Princeton Reverb amp.

Quality:
Value:
Overall:

Excellent Value!  It's like having a Fender Deluxe without having to schlep it from gig to gig!

Do you own the product?:
Yes
Have you used the product?:
Yes
Musical Experience:
I've played guitar for 46 years and tenor ukulele for 12.
Style of music you play:
Jazz-Pop-Chord Melody
Where you live:
Los Angeles Area

Did you find this review helpful? yes no1100043

oh man..!!

| Review By: mustang wrangler | 6 months, 1 week ago

5 people out of 5 found this review helpful

Features:

i just bought this......man..its incredible...anybody who doesnt think this pedal is just the best reverb unit is just a dunce....this is as good as it gets..!!...

Quality:

oh...the sound is spot on..!!

Value:

musicians friend price is really good..

Overall:

i have tried 4 or 5 reverb pedals...EH, TECH 21, etc. .all of them made me sad, .with harsh tones ....this one is the best , by far..very clean and warm sounding.....goes from a great Slim Harpo type reverb to full on Dick Dale....no harshness or odd harmonics....this is NASA technology here..!..it could not be any cooler..!! and i used to own a real fender reverb unit.....this may not be exact but in its own way it is better..!

Do you own the product?:
Yes
Have you used the product?:
Yes
Musical Experience:
pro
Style of music you play:
roots
Where you live:
dixie

Did you find this review helpful? yes no1098417

great spring reverb

| Review By: warmcolby | 7 months, 1 day ago

6 people out of 6 found this review helpful

Features:

Not especially veritile but neither are most amp reverbs.

Quality:

great sound, doesnt feel like a pedal it sounds like a solid tank reverb.  it doesnt quite have that slappy sound but sounds very natural.

Value:

best ive found for under 200 dollars

Overall:

I use amp with no reverb and just wanted a reverb that sounded like a fender amps reverb, this doesn't disappoint.

Do you own the product?:
Yes
Have you used the product?:
Yes
Musical Experience:
studio musician
Style of music you play:
indie, country, blues
Where you live:

Did you find this review helpful? yes no1097513

Surf's Up!

| Review By: Jimmy L. | 11 months, 2 weeks ago

9 people out of 12 found this review helpful

Features:
Quality:
Value:
Overall:
I own both the Fender reverb tank and this pedal. Anyone who loves verb will tell you there is no substitute for a tube tank. This is true. But let me tell you this little pedal is so close to the tube tank that I rarely use that fragile thing much anymore. I play instrumental surf music. Reverb is the sound we love. So if you want the closest thing to a fragile tube reverb tank than look no further.
Do you own the product?:
Yes
Have you used the product?:
No
Musical Experience:
Hobbyist ,Active Musician
Style of music you play:
VERY LOUD SURF
Where you live:
Sothern California

Did you find this review helpful? yes no1023992

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