Boss RT-2 Rotary Ensemble
The RT-2 is a rotary speaker simulator that recreates Leslie-style sounds with controls for horn and drum balance and speed selection. Premier Guitar's reviewer rated it 4 out of 5, noting its natural tones and ease of use while observing it lacks some depth compared to more elaborate rotary simulators.
- 9V DC · center −
- 115 mA
- Buffered bypass
- Digital
- New
- from $205.46
- Used (asking)
- from $160
The rundown
Highlights
- Rotary speaker simulator with Leslie-style character
- Slow/fast speed toggle and horn/drum balance control
- Buffered bypass with 9V DC power
- Compact size at 73 x 130.2 mm
- Made in Japan, currently in production
Best for
Musicians seeking a compact, easy-to-use rotary speaker effect for stage or studio use.
Professional reviews
What the press rated it. We link to each review; read the full piece for the details.
- Premier Guitar4 / 5Aug 2025Read the review
Quick facts
- Power
- 9V DC
- Current draw
- 115 mA
- Polarity
- Center negative
- Bypass
- Buffered bypass
- Dimensions
- 73 × 130.2 mm
- Status
- In production
Where to buy Boss RT-2 Rotary Ensemble
$205.46 lowest new price · Reverb
Used listings asking $160–$206.16, median $189.75 (8 listings). Asking prices, not sold prices.
| Seller | Condition | Price | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reverb | Used | $160 | View |
| Reverb | Used | $179.95 | View |
| Reverb | Used | $185 | View |
| Reverb | Used | $189 | View |
| Reverb | Used | $190.50 | View |
| Reverb | Used | $195 | View |
| Reverb | New | $205.46 | View |
| Reverb | New | $239 | View |
| Reverb | Used | $239.63 | View |
| Reverb | New | $239.99 | View |
Prices last checked 24 hours ago. Links to sellers are affiliate links.
Frequently asked questions
What power does the RT-2 require?
The RT-2 runs on 9V DC at 115 mA with center-negative polarity.
Does the RT-2 have true bypass?
The RT-2 uses buffered bypass rather than true bypass.
What are the main controls?
The RT-2 features a slow/fast speed toggle and a horn/drum balance control.
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