Boss TR-2 tremolo pedal with vintage character
If you want a tremolo pedal that captures the classic effect of vintage amps from the 1960s, the Boss TR-2 is a strong choice. This compact effects pedal uses a Low Frequency Oscillator, or LFO, to generate the volume modulation that defines tremolo, giving you a wide range of usable sounds.
The LFO waveform ranges from triangle to square. That lets you move from smoother tremolo textures to a tighter, more choppy effect, depending on the sound you want.
Precise control over your tremolo sound
With the Wave, Rate and Depth knobs, you can shape the effect with precision. Wave adjusts the waveform from triangle to square, Depth controls how intense the tremolo becomes, and Rate sets the speed of the modulation.
The Rate control responds faster than on the classic PN-2, which gives you a more direct feel while dialing in settings. That makes the Boss TR-2 a good fit for players who want to switch quickly from subtle vintage pulse to a clearly rhythmic tremolo in a compact stompbox.