BOSS SDE-3000EVH Dual Digital Delay Pedal with 8 EVH Presets

BOSS SDE-3000EVH Dual Digital Delay Pedal

The BOSS SDE-3000EVH Dual Digital Delay Pedal recreates the dual Roland SDE-3000 setup used in Eddie Van Halen's live rig. It combines two independent stereo delays, eight EVH presets, up to 3000 ms of delay time, 48 kHz processing, flexible routing, modulation, phase controls, and an external effects loop.

Designed for guitarists building stereo or wet/dry/wet rigs, the SDE-3000EVH provides two discrete delay engines that can operate in series or parallel. Each delay offers independent parameters, mono or stereo modulation, panning, filtering, and phase adjustment. Eight dedicated EVH presets reproduce settings derived from Eddie Van Halen's two original SDE-3000 units, with configurations optimized for wet/dry/wet and conventional stereo systems.

The processor stores 92 additional user memories and provides extensive external control through dual CTL/EXP connections, TRS MIDI input and output, and compatibility with optional BOSS and Roland controllers. Selectable return impedance supports amplifier effects-loop integration, while three included ground-lift cables help address grounding issues in multi-amplifier installations. The included PSB-1U AC adapter supplies operating power without batteries.

Key Features

• Dual SDE-3000 Delay Engines: Combines two independently adjustable stereo delays based on the classic Roland rack processor.
• Eight EVH Presets: Recalls settings based on Eddie Van Halen's original dual-delay live rig, including wet/dry/wet and stereo configurations.
• Up to 3000 ms Delay: Select between 0 to 1500 ms and 0 to 3000 ms ranges for short rhythmic echoes or extended repeats.
• Series or Parallel Routing: Runs the two delays sequentially or independently for complex rhythms, stereo movement, and spacious textures.
• Independent Modulation: Each delay provides dedicated modulation behavior with mono or stereo operation and adjustable rate and depth.
• Flexible Effects Loop: Integrates external pedals or an amplifier effects loop with selectable return impedance.
• Extensive External Control: Supports additional footswitches, expression pedals, GA-FC controllers, and TRS MIDI connections.
• Wet/Dry/Wet Connectivity: Dedicated direct and effects outputs simplify three-amplifier rigs inspired by Eddie Van Halen's stage configuration.

Technical Specifications

Delay and Processing

• Product Type: Dual digital delay effects pedal
• Model: SDE-3000EVH
• Effects: 2 x SDE-3000 stereo delay, noise suppressor, foot volume
• Delay Range 1: 0 to 1500 ms
• Delay Range 2: 0 to 3000 ms
• Delay Routing: Series or parallel
• Modulation: Independent mono or stereo modulation for each delay
• Delay Phase: Selectable
• Feedback Phase: Selectable
• Feedback Filtering: Adjustable low-cut and high-cut filters
• Sampling Frequency: 48 kHz
• AD Conversion: 24-bit plus Adaptive Focus method
• DA Conversion: 32-bit
• Internal Processing: 32-bit floating point
• Total Memories: 100
• User Memories: 92
• EVH Presets: 8
• EVH Preset Editing: Presets are internally locked; output levels can be adjusted

Audio Specifications

• Nominal Input Level: -10 dBu
• Maximum Input Level: +12 dBu
• Input Impedance: 1 megohm
• Return/Input R Impedance: 1 megohm or 180 kilohms, selectable
• Nominal Output Level: -10 dBu
• Output Impedance: 1 kilohm
• Send Output Impedance: 1 kilohm
• Recommended Load Impedance: 10 kilohms or greater

Connections

• Mono Input: 1 x 1/4" phone jack
• Left/Mono Input: 1 x 1/4" phone jack
• Return/Input R: 1 x 1/4" phone jack
• Direct Output: 1 x 1/4" phone jack
• Effects Outputs: EFX L and EFX R, 1/4" phone jacks
• Main Outputs: L/Mono and R, 1/4" phone jacks
• Effects Loop Send: 1 x 1/4" phone jack
• Control/Expression 1: 1 x 1/4" TRS CTL 2,3/EXP 1 jack
• Control/Expression 2: 1 x 1/4" TRS CTL 4,5/EXP 2/GA-FC jack
• MIDI Input: 1 x 3.5 mm stereo miniature phone jack
• MIDI Output: 1 x 3.5 mm stereo miniature phone jack
• USB: USB Type-C
• Power Connection: DC input

Controls and Display

• Delay Controls: Time, Feedback, Out, Rate, Depth
• Preset Controls: 1 through 4, Bank A/B, EVH, Left, Right
• Processing Controls: Filter, Time x2, Delay Phase, Mod, Feedback Phase, Digital Delay 1, Digital Delay 2, Setup
• Footswitches: DDL 1, DDL 2, Tap/CTL 1
• Additional Switches: Ground Lift and Return Impedance
• Display: 12-digit, 7-segment LED

Power, Dimensions, and Compatibility

• Power Supply: Included PSB-1U AC adapter and AC cord set
• Current Draw: 450 mA
• Battery Operation: Not supported
• Dimensions (W x D x H): 7.9 x 5.3 x 2.1 in including rubber feet
• Weight: 2.4 lb
• Compatible Footswitches: BOSS FS-5U, FS-5L, FS-6, FS-7
• Compatible Expression Pedals: Roland EV-5, BOSS EV-30, FV-500L, FV-500H
• Compatible Foot Controllers: BOSS GA-FC, GA-FC EX
• Compatible MIDI/TRS Cables: BMIDI-5-35, BMIDI-1-35, BMIDI-2-35, BCC-1-3535, BCC-2-3535
• Package Dimensions (L x W x H): 12.5 x 7.5 x 4.4 in
• Package Weight: 3.5 lb

What's In the Box

• BOSS SDE-3000EVH Dual Digital Delay
• PSB-1U AC adapter with AC cord set
• 3 ground-lift cables
• 4 rubber feet
• Startup Guide
• Using the Unit Safely leaflet
• Ground-lift cable usage leaflet