

The lone knob/dial on the pedal allows you to set the threshold range between -70dB to +10dB. It has two jacks for input and output, an LED On/Off indicator, and a durable metal footswitch. I can think of two use cases for this Noise Killer – a) you struggle with single-coil guitar hum, and b) you don’t want to part with a lot of money or pedalboard space. The MNR1 is a True Bypass noise gate pedal with a simple one-knob operation and compact dimensions. This mini pedal is great for people who want a set n’ forget noise gate. Mooer might be a younger player in the stompbox segment, but it has earned a solid reputation for creating small-sized pedals with expedient quality and performance. The modest price tag, a storied history, and the 5-year warranty make it an absolute no-brainer.Ī micro true bypass pedal with a micro true value price tag If you don’t outgrow this pedal’s capabilities, it will be on your rig forever. It’s a pedalboard staple that continues to retain its stronghold in the segment. Verdict: The Boss NS-2 is reliable, rugged, and has just the right features for a workhorse. Boss has added an extra LED indicator (labeled Reduction) to display the real-time status of the pedal in mute mode to avoid any confusion. The mute mode is an ‘always-on’ mode, a way to constantly use the suppression and toggle it off by hitting the footswitch. ‘Reduction’ is the normal mode, meaning the gate works when you activate the pedal with the footswitch and stops when you disengage it.


It has a dual-mode operation – Reduction mode and mute mode. The mode knob is another notable feature of the NS-2. A longer decay allows more time for the filtered signal to fade out. The decay controls the attenuated signal. The NS-2’s top panel sports a threshold and decay knob to dial in the elimination and suppression. Like most Boss pedals, the NS-2 can be powered with a 9v battery or adapter (not included in the price). The send return feature is flexible and useful if you don’t use an amp with an effects loop. The Boss NS-2 includes one input, one output, and a send/return to act as its own loop. The main draw of the NS-2 is the rugged build, hearty features, and ease-of-use. Over three decades, it has featured in the rigs of touring giants like U2, Slipknot, Metallica among others. The Boss NS-2 has been around since the late 1980s. Noise Gate Reviews Boss NS-2 Noise Suppressor – Our Top PickĪ classic with all of the rugged functionlity you expect from Boss That’s the sort of brilliance that we look for when we decorate a product with the KGR Editor’s Choice. Plus, it’s available in a micro format and you can link two of these pedals to track your guitar signal directly. It does an impressive job at eliminating noise without affecting the guitar tone. It’s transparent, effective and as robust as the NS-2. ISP Technologies Decimator II is a testament to the flawless execution of a simple concept.
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It may not have some of the bells and whistles, but it’s a highly capable noise gate with a full metal shell, quality circuitry, and True Bypass. Besides saving space on the pedalboard, it also sports a modest price tag. Mooer Noise Killer MNR1, Our Budget Pick, is a True Bypass noise-gate pedal with the smallest possible (micro) dimensions. As they say – if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. It’s been a ‘go-to’ pedal for three decades. It isn’t True Bypass, but there is no tone degradation. Whether you play 80s rock or djent, it does an efficient job at eliminating unwanted noise. It’s built like a tank, it’s effective, and easy to use. The Boss NS-2, our Top Pick, continues to reign the noise gate selection.

