{"product_id":"boss-oc-2-octave-mij-black-label-vintage-made-in-japan","title":"Boss OC-2 Octave MIJ Black Label Vintage Made in Japan","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 – 1985 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 few minor paint chips, scuffs and scratches on the exterior. This unit has been thoroughly cleaned and tested with 9v battery and compatible power supply. There is evidence of a small prior battery leak, but this has been cleaned up. All functions are operational. A new rubber screw grommet is installed. Build date of October 1985. 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 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"23\"\u003eProfessor’s Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"24\" data-end=\"424\"\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 data-start=\"349\" data-end=\"357\"\u003ebigger\u003c\/em\u003e without getting louder, this is one of the all-time great answers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"426\" data-end=\"448\"\u003eProfessor’s Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"451\" data-end=\"632\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"451\" data-end=\"483\"\u003eStart monophonic on purpose.\u003c\/strong\u003e The OC-2 tracks best with \u003cstrong data-start=\"510\" data-end=\"526\"\u003esingle notes\u003c\/strong\u003e and clean-ish technique. Think bass player mindset: one note at a time, confident attack, clean muting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"635\" data-end=\"669\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"635\" data-end=\"667\"\u003eClassic “synth bass” recipe:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"674\" data-end=\"697\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"674\" data-end=\"684\"\u003eOCT-1:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~1:00–2:00\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"726\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"712\"\u003eOCT-2:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~9:00–11:00\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"731\" data-end=\"831\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"731\" data-end=\"742\"\u003eDIRECT:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~10:00–12:00\u003cbr data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"758\"\u003eThis gives you weight + a hint of sub without turning into a foghorn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"834\" data-end=\"863\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"834\" data-end=\"861\"\u003eGuitar vs bass balance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"868\" data-end=\"937\"\u003eOn \u003cstrong data-start=\"871\" data-end=\"881\"\u003eguitar\u003c\/strong\u003e, keep \u003cstrong data-start=\"888\" data-end=\"911\"\u003eDIRECT a bit higher\u003c\/strong\u003e so it stays articulate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"942\" data-end=\"1017\"\u003eOn \u003cstrong data-start=\"945\" data-end=\"953\"\u003ebass\u003c\/strong\u003e, you can lean harder on \u003cstrong data-start=\"978\" data-end=\"987\"\u003eOCT-1\u003c\/strong\u003e for that famous OC-2 thump.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1050\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1048\"\u003ePlacement is everything:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1055\" data-end=\"1150\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1055\" data-end=\"1073\"\u003eEarly in chain\u003c\/strong\u003e (before drive\/mod\/delay) for the best tracking and most “synthy” response.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1155\" data-end=\"1232\"\u003eIf you want a gnarlier, glitchier character, put a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1226\"\u003emild drive after\u003c\/strong\u003e it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1235\" data-end=\"1354\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1389\"\u003eIf it gets warbly, simplify.\u003c\/strong\u003e Roll back tone, play higher up the neck, and reduce chord content. 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