Harby Pedals Mizu Chorus (CE-2)

Ever since we got to check out the Harby Wasabi Overdrive a few weeks back, I couldn’t wait to dig into another pedal they set over, the Mizu Chorus. Their take on the classic 1979 Boss CE-2 silver screw chorus pedal, the original has been used by the likes of David Gilmour, John Mayer, Johnny Marr, and practically everyone else. They’ve kept its lush, smooth tones, plus added a Volume knob for precise output control, and a Mix knob for blending your dry and modulated signal. Experience the timeless sound with modern versatility…

The 1979 Boss CE-2 Chorus pedal was renowned for its lush, warm analog chorus tones, originally built using the legendary Panasonic MN3007 Bucket Brigade Device (BBD) chip and the MN3101 clock driver. The original CE-2 had a notable volume drop when engaged, a characteristic that some players found limiting. Modern reproductions, like the Boss CE-2W Waza Craft pedal, fixed the volume drop issue and used high-quality reproduction BBD and clock chips. However, in their remake a new challenge was introduced: a slight increase in output volume, causing a noticeable volume boost when the pedal is engaged with no way to adjust.

Harby has taken inspiration from these developments and gone a step further. They’ve addressed the volume boost issue by adding the Volume control knob, allowing you to match unity volume with the rest of your signal chain seamlessly. They’ve also employed the newer low noise analog BBD chip and clock driver, and the Mix knob lets you to blend your dry guitar signal with the modulated wet chorus signal for greater tonal flexibility.

The Harby Mizu Chorus stays true to the iconic circuit of the 1979 original while integrating these enhancements to meet the needs of modern guitarists. You will experience the classic chorus tones with the added benefit of precise control, ensuring your sound remains perfectly balanced. I’m loving this new Harby lineup (starting with the Wasabi Overdrive), and can’t wait to see what’s next. Head to their website for more details and ordering, and don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel while you’re checking out our Mizu demo – cheers!