BOSS RV-200 Reverb Pedal: a dreamy addition to the 200 Series

By Connor EdneyNovember 9, 20237 mins read

BOSS has introduced the RV-200 Reverb, the latest addition to its acclaimed 200 series of advanced effect pedals.

This pedal promises to deliver inspiring reverbs and exceptional sound in a compact, pedalboard-friendly design.

With twelve versatile reverb types, including the newly developed Arpverb, the RV-200 caters to musicians seeking a broad spectrum of atmospheric tones for ambient explorations.

Advanced features and design

The RV-200 offers high-resolution signal processing and ensures premium sound quality with its 32-bit AD/DA converters, 32-bit floating-point processing, and a 96 kHz sampling rate.

As a result, you’ll have studio-grade reverbs boasting outstanding definition and shine.

Furthermore, you can dial in and store up to 127 reverb sounds and navigate your desired sounds easily via the fast-access interface. Its simple user controls include Reverb Time, Effect Level, Pre-Delay, as well as High and Low Filters.

Boss has incorporated A Density control which boasts six stages and provides an additional layer of flexible customisation, so you can adjust the weight of your reverb effect according to your preferences and musical style, and a multi-faceted Parameter knob offers access to extended functions within each reverb type.

With its hands-on controls prioritising function, although the form is very pretty, the RV-200 pedal is super convenient for accessing their favourite settings quickly.

Versatility in performance

The RV-200 is not only user-friendly but also performance-oriented. For example, selectable carryover ensures that reverb trails are maintained when switching presets or bypassing the effect.

Moreover, the RV-200 offers expressive tools such as Hold, Warp, and Twist effects via a footswitch control, making it easy to create dynamic soundscapes.

Then, support for external gear connectivity is also provided through footswitches, an expression pedal, and TRS MIDI I/O, making integration into your existing setup seamless.

With its support for MIDI connectivity, the RV-200 enables you to connect and control multiple 200 series pedals simultaneously. Don’t worry, the panel lock function prevents accidental sound changes during performances.

Finally, its stereo I/O with wet/dry and dry mute output options and two freely assignable footswitches add another layer of versatility to the RV-200.

With its premium features, diverse reverb types, hands-on control and compact design, the RV-200 is poised to become a go-to reverb pedal for musicians seeking a dreamy and versatile addition to their pedalboards.