Chorus pedal recommendations

cheyguy426 · 06-01-2009, 07:59 PM

Hey everybody, I am working toward building an effects board. Right now I am using a Bos me50, but would like something more versatile. Once my board comes together it will be a SBN Trinity (Distortion/overdrive/boost), a Boss DD-3, andddd that's about it. Small and simple and I will be looking to replace the DD-3 eventually and possibly add another boost.

Anyways, one of the settings I use constantly on the me50 is the chorus (mostly the straight up chorus but sometimes I will use the stereo chorus) and was wondering what you guys recommend in terms of resonance and tone as far as chorus pedals go. It will be used in a mostly praise and worship setting. Thanks!

**bravesfan007** · 06-01-2009, 08:32 PM

I use a DOD FX69 Icebox Chorus. At least I think that's the exact model number. It's listed in the effects thread sticky at the top of the forum if you want to check it out. I picked it up for about $25-30 shipped to my door off eBay. It works for what I need it for and has enough tonal variety for me. If you have any questions about it, let me know and I'll see if I can answer them for you.

cheyguy426 · 06-01-2009, 08:46 PM

Thanks man, I will keep researching and probably talk to you about it a bit.

el cabong · 06-01-2009, 08:53 PM

Have you talked to Eric? I think he may have one that he makes...

**Rainer.** · 06-01-2009, 08:54 PM

The Dano Cool Cat Chorus is pretty inexpensive and simple. The Small Clone is simplest of them all, and if I was going for a really flexible/tweakable chorus, I might look into a TC Electronic Stereo Chorus Flanger.

cheyguy426 · 06-01-2009, 09:01 PM

Thanks for the suggestions man. I think I will go for a more versatile one. I love putting it over distorion on solos, but I also use it stand alone.

**Rainer.** · 06-01-2009, 09:04 PM

The EH Stereo Polychorus is cheaper than the TC Electronic, too. I haven't heard many, though. Looks pretty sweet, though.

cheyguy426 · 06-01-2009, 09:08 PM

Have you heard anything about the digitech hardwire series chorus pedal? i was looking at that one and it seemed pretty solid.

**bread man** · 06-01-2009, 09:09 PM

I don't use chorus but in my experience, you can't go past old DOD stuff for this kind of thing. They're solid, quality pedals and you can get them really cheap. I had their stereo chorus at one point and it was great.

**akaukal** · 06-01-2009, 09:29 PM

I know of a lot of people that hate it for some reason, but I use a Boss CE-5. I got it used for $40, and I've always liked it. It's stereo, and it works for what I use it for, so don't complain, and I recommend giving one a shot.

Almost Enough · 06-01-2009, 09:42 PM

I've only owned the EHX Small Clone, but I don't think I'd ever need another. It's kind of a one trick pony, but it does that trick VERY well. It's the pedal that Cobain used, but don't let that turn you off.

Folk_guy · 06-01-2009, 10:53 PM

I have an Ibanez Chorus / Flanger that is really cool sounding but I rarely use the Flanger effect. They were relatively inexpensive, and I'm not positive they are still in production, but if you get a chance check it out. It's a very versatile pedal with a lot of adjustment range.

**tenwatt** · 06-02-2009, 05:10 AM

My Red Witch Empress is the most amazing chorus I've ever used. It's a bit pricey but I scored a GREAT deal on e-Bay.

ibanez_dude · 06-02-2009, 11:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Almost Enough

I've only owned the EHX Small Clone, but I don't think I'd ever need another. It's kind of a one trick pony, but it does that trick VERY well. It's the pedal that Cobain used, but don't let that turn you off.

+1, this pedal is great!
you should also look into the visual sound H2O. more expensive, but it's supposed to be really nice.

**bravesfan007** · 06-02-2009, 01:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bread man

I don't use chorus but in my experience, you can't go past old DOD stuff for this kind of thing. They're solid, quality pedals and you can get them really cheap. I had their stereo chorus at one point and it was great.

Totally forgot about the stereo output option. Mine has it, but I've never used it.