{"product_id":"boss-oc-2-octave-mij-black-label-vintage-made-in-japan-1","title":"Boss OC-2 Octave MIJ Black Label Vintage Made in Japan ACA","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🚚 FAST SHIPPING from Phoenix, AZ! Professionally tested, packed with care.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoss OC-2 Octave – 1986 Black Label\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis effects pedal is in \u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e condition. There are a minor paint chips, scuffs and scratches on the exterior. During inspection, four aging electrolytic capacitors in the input\/tracking section were replaced with correct-spec components. The aging rubber screw grommet was also replaced. See included photos for completed service. The pedal was then extensively tested on guitar and bass, with tracking and overall operation verified.  This unit has been thoroughly cleaned and tested with 9v battery and compatible power supply. All functions are operational. Build date of March 1986. The original packaging and instructions are not included. This unit requires a BOSS ACA power supply or a 9V battery. Have questions about powering Boss ACA 12v pedals? Message us!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProfessor’s Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe black label OC-2 is the octave pedal that doesn’t just “add an octave”, it gives your signal a second shadow that moves like an instrument. It’s warm, slightly unstable in the best way, and instantly musical: single notes turn into synth-bass lines, and simple riffs become hooks. If you’ve ever wanted your rig to feel \u003cem\u003ebigger\u003c\/em\u003e without getting louder, this is one of the all-time great answers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProfessor’s Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart monophonic on purpose.\u003c\/strong\u003e The OC-2 tracks best with \u003cstrong\u003esingle notes\u003c\/strong\u003e and clean-ish technique. 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