Boss SDE-3 Dual Digital Delay Pedal

Boss SDE-3 Dual Digital Delay Pedal

The BOSS SDE-3 Dual Digital Delay is a compact pedal that captures the rich, warm character of the iconic Roland SDE-3000 rack unit. It features dual delay lines with independent control and an Offset knob for creative rhythmic textures, from subtle doubling to complex layered echoes. With dedicated Rate and Depth controls for modulation, a Hi Cut filter for tone shaping, tap tempo, MIDI sync, and multiple stereo routing options, it offers deep versatility. Built for stage and studio, the SDE-3 includes up to 1600ms of delay, expression pedal support, carryover switching, and a rugged design - making it a powerful tool for players seeking vintage digital delay with modern flexibility.

Key Features

• Authentic Vintage Tone
  Captures the aged digital warmth, magnetic anti-alias filtering, and evolving triangle-LFO modulation of the renowned 1980s SDE‑3000.

• Dual Delay Lines with Offset Control
  Run two independent parallel delays and use the Offset knob to dial in time differences - from subtle detuning to rhythmic polyphony and flam-like echoes.

• Extensive Modulation & Tone Shaping
  Dedicated Rate and Depth knobs control the onboard modulation, while the Hi Cut filter sculpts the brightness of delay repeats.

• Tap Tempo & MIDI Sync
  Enter tap-tempo mode via long-press or use MIDI clock input to sync delay timing with external gear—Offset remains independent.

• Flexible Output Modes

  • Stereo (independent delay lines)

  • Panning (ping-pong bounce)

  • Wet+Dry (dry on one output, effect on the other)

  • Direct Mute (effect only)

• Carryover Function
  Toggle on/off delay carryover between bypass cycles to preserve or reset your repeats.

• External Control
  Supports external footswitches for tap tempo or hold, plus expression pedal control over Time, Feedback, or Level parameters.

• Modern Power & Build

  • Up to 800 ms delay in stereo, 1600 ms in mono

  • Standard 9 V DC (75 mA), buffered bypass

  • Sturdy BOSS metal housing and rugged footswitch