The classic BOSS amp-style overdrive, in continuous production since 1995.

Highlights

• Classic BOSS overdrive pedal, in continuous production since 1995
• Innovative amp-like gain circuit with organic tone and rich harmonic content
• Very responsive to picking dynamics and guitar volume changes
• Wide gain range supports a variety of applications, from a transparent clean boost to aggressive overdrive
• Tone control to shape the high-end response
• BOSS five-year warranty

Full description

Expressive touch sensitivity

Sweet, nuanced, and ultra-expressive, the BD-2 Blues Driver stands as an enduring icon of the guitar's overdrive era. Its influential BOSS analog circuit design behaves like a tube amp, delivering natural, touch-responsive amplification not possible with standard overdrive and distortion pedals. Nearly three decades later, the BD-2's articulate voice continues to drive the sounds of musicians in every musical genre, from blues and rock to country, jazz, and more.

Specifications

Nominal Input Level
-20 dBu

Input Impedance
1 M ohm

Nominal Output Level
-20 dBu

Output Impedance
1k ohms

Recommended Load Impedance
10 k ohms or greater

Controls
Pedal switch
GAIN knob
TONE knob
LEVEL knob

Indicator
CHECK indicator (Used for indication of check battery)

Connectors
INPUT jack: 1/4-inch phone type
OUTPUT jack: 1/4-inch phone type
DC IN jack

Power Supply
Carbon-zinc battery (9 V, 6F22) or Alkaline battery (9 V, 6LR61)
AC adapter (PSA series: sold separately)
Current Draw 20 mA
Expected battery life under continuous useCarbon: Approx. 24.5 hours Alkaline: Approx. 44 hours *These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.

Accessories
Leaflet ("USING THE UNIT SAFELY," "IMPORTANT NOTES," and "Information")
Carbon-zinc battery (9 V, 6F22)

Option (sold separately)
AC adapter (PSA series)

SIZE AND WEIGHT ( INCL. BATTERY )
Width 73 mm2-7/8 inches
Depth 129 mm5-1/8 inches
Height 59 mm2-3/8 inches
Weight 360 g13 oz