Ambient Bliss
The RV-200 delivers inspiring reverbs and premium sound in the streamlined BOSS 200 series design. Twelve versatile reverb types—including the newly developed Arpverb—provide everything from subtle spatial color to complex, dreamy textures for ambient explorations. Quickly dial in sounds with the fast-access interface. Save favorites in 127 memories. And take performances to the next level with flexible onboard footswitches, deep external control support, and head-turning creative tools like Warp, Twist, and more.
Standard Features
- Premium BOSS reverb processing in a streamlined pedal
- Class-leading sound quality with 32-bit AD/DA, 32-bit floating point processing, and 96 kHz sampling rate
- Twelve distinctive reverb types, including the newly developed Arpverb
- Fast, easy operation with hands-on controls
- 127 user memories for storing sounds
- Density control with six stages
- Param knob to access extended functions within each reverb type
- Selectable carryover for maintaining reverb trails when switching presets or bypassing the effect
- Stereo I/O with wet/dry and dry mute output options
- Two assignable footswitches
- Expressive Hold, Warp, and Twist effects available via footswitch control
- Deep external control support via footswitches, an expression pedal, and TRS MIDI I/O
- Connect and control multiple 200 series pedals at once via MIDI
- Panel lock function to avoid accidental sound changes
- Powered via three AA batteries or optional AC adaptor
Studio-Grade Processing
The RV-200 features a powerful reverberation engine with class-leading sound quality, backed by custom BOSS DSP, 32-bit AD/DA, 32-bit floating point processing, and a 96 kHz sampling rate. Every algorithm offers true studio-grade performance, with exceptional detail and definition from the shortest early reflections to long, floating tails spanning multiple seconds.
Reverb Types
- Room
Simulates the reverberation characteristics of a small room. Select from four room sizes with the Param knob. - Hall
Simulates the reverberation characteristics of a concert hall. Select from three hall sizes with the Param knob. - Plate
Simulates the reverberation characteristics of a studio plate reverb. Balance the high and low damping of the reverb with the Param knob. - Spring
Simulates the distinctive sound of the hardware spring reverb effect found in guitar amplifiers. Select the number of springs with the Param knob. - Shimmer
Creates long, dreamlike reverberations rich in harmonic content. Adjust the harmonic character and diffusion with the Param knob. - Arpverb
A newly developed BOSS reverb that creates an arpeggio type of sound with evocative pitch-shifted tails. Use the Param knob to adjust the attack of the arpeggio sound. - Slowverb
A sweet ambient reverb with gentle attack and soft harmonics. Param adjusts the amount of direct sound blended with the reverb, allowing you to create deep, immersive tones. - Modulate
Adds a modulation effect to a rich hall reverb sound. Adjust the modulation depth with the Param knob. - +Delay
Combines a delay with reverb, with the length of both effects controlled with the Time knob. Use the Param knob to adjust the delay level. - Lo-Fi
A specialty reverb with limited bandwidth and added distortion. Adjust the distortion amount with the Param knob. - Gate
A distinctive reverb effect that abruptly cuts off the reverb tail. Use the Param knob to control the timing of the gate effect. - Reverse
Plays the reverb sound in reverse. Adjust the high-frequency character with the Param knob.
SpecificationsSampling Frequency96 kHzAD/DA Conversion32 bitsProcessing32-bit floating pointModes12 modes
ROOM
HALL
PLATE
SPRING
SHIMMER
ARPVERB
SLOWVERB
MODULATE
+DELAY
LO-FI
GATE
REVERSEMemory127 + ManualNominal Input LevelINPUT A/MONO, B: -10 dBuMaximum Input LevelINPUT A/MONO, B: +7 dBuInput ImpedanceINPUT A/MONO, B: 2 M ohmsNominal Output LevelOUTPUT A/MONO, B: -10 dBuMaximum Output LevelOUTPUT A/MONO, B: +7 dBuOutput ImpedanceOUTPUT A/MONO, B: 1 k ohmRecommended Load ImpedanceOUTPUT A/MONO, B: 10 k ohms or greaterBypassBuffered bypassControlsON/OFF switch
MEMORY/HOLD switch
MODE knob
TIME knob
PRE-DELAY knob
E. LEVEL knob
PARAM knob
LOW knob
HIGH knob
DENSITY button
MEMORY buttonDisplay7 segments
3 characters (LED)IndicatorDENSITY indicator
MEMORY (MAN, 1--4) indicatorsConnectorsINPUT (A/MONO, B) jacks, OUTPUT (A/MONO, B) jacks: 1/4-inch phone type
CTL 1, 2/EXP jack: 1/4-inch TRS phone type
MIDI (IN, OUT) jacks: Stereo miniature phone type
DC IN jack
USB port: USB2.0 micro B (program update only)Power SupplyAlkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 3
AC adaptor (sold separately)Current Draw260 mAExpected Battery Life Under Continuous UseAlkaline: Approx. 4 Hours
* These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.AccessoriesLeaflet “USING THE UNIT SAFELY”
Leaflet “To obtain the Owner’s Manual”
Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 3
Rubber foot x 4Options (sold separately)AC adaptor: PSA-S series
Footswitch: FS-5U
Dual footswitch: FS-6, FS-7
Expression pedal: FV-500H, FV-500L, EV-30, Roland EV-5
TRS/MIDI connecting cable: BMIDI-5-35, BMIDI-1-35, BMIDI-2-35, BCC-1-3535, BCC-2-3535Size and WeightWidth101 mm
4 inchesDepth138 mm
5-7/16 inchesHeight63 mm
2-1/2 inchesHeight(including rubber feet)65 mm
2-9/16 inchesWeight610 g
1 lb 6 ozWeight (including battery)680 g
1 lb 8 oz
