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DS-1 Distortion

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DS-1 Distortion [BOSS Sound Check]

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The BOSS Ultimate Distortion Kit includes the iconic DS-1 distortion pedal as well as two of the industry-leading BIC-PC pedal jumper cables. The DS-1 is the top-selling BOSS compact pedal ever, and its original, unchanged design continues to inspire the creation of great music everywhere. The included BIC-PC cables are engineered to preserve your tone, BOSS cables deliver superior performance for guitar, bass and other musical applications, and are the perfect complement to the DS-1.
BOSS DS-1 Distortion Effects Pedal and Two 6" Jumper Cable Promo Pack
BOSS DS-1 Distortion Effects Pedal and Two 6" Jumper Cable Promo Pack
BOSS DS-1 Distortion Effects Pedal and Two 6" Jumper Cable Promo Pack

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  • Tone, level and distortion knobs on face
  • Super-tough construction
  • Lets your true guitar tone shine through

collapse expand iconWarranty

Boss pedals - 5 year parts warranty
90 day labor warranty.
1 year warranty - Multitracks, Jamstations, etc.
Check with manufacturer for specific product warranty.

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4.44

27 Reviews

91%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

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Boss DS-1

Most Liked Positive Review

5

Great if you understand the strong points!

This pedal gets a lot of up turned noses from the tone snob community. First time I tried this pedal I didn't like it. Too bright. Too brittle. Not enough distortion. Kind of flubby bottom end. I was using it wrong. It was designed to run into an already hot amp already breaking up. It's not like a modern distortion pedal or an amp in a box where the pedal takes control of your tone. Run it in front of an amp that's on the verge of break up or already distrorted. Turn the volume up, tone knob down, gain knob less than half way, and see if doesn't come alive for you. I've also used it as a boost pedal. Volume all the way up. Gain almost all the way down. Tone knob less than a quarter. Thank me later!!!! Boss all the way!!!!

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Most Liked Negative Review

1

I would not buy this product as it did not last two days.

Did not last two days, Used it about an hour the first day I received it. About 24 hours later went to practice with it again, would not work.

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Home Studio16
  2. Performances16
  3. Outdoor Events / Games9
  4. Amateur Recording8
  5. Professional Recording8
Cons
  1. Limited Selection Of Effects2
  2. Not Durable2
  3. Not Responsive1
  4. It's the shizzle1
  5. Battery/power usage1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced19
  2. Novice4
  3. Professional Musician3
Pros
  1. Excellent Sound Quality21
  2. Compact17
  3. Responsive13
  4. Versatile13
  5. Good Selection Of Effects11

Reviewed by 27 customers

  • I would buy and recommend this pedal

    5

    submitted3 months ago

    byJohn

    fromCT

    Great pedal, great sound. Traditional classic rock sound. I switch between this and another, a dark matter pedal for most rock and roll!

  • Definitely buy again

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted9 months ago

    byDonald

    fromIuka Mississippi

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Got the tone I'd been looking for Ease of use, great addition to my pedal board, woke up my cheap amp and was perfect for my tube amp. I love boss products. And this is another reason I do. Guitar center stock of product is amazing Will be definitely looking into even more boss products from gc. Ty

  • I would buy this product again

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byCaleb

    fromStanford, Texas

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I love it so much for me and my friends backyard gigs

  • I would not buy this product as it did not last two days.

    1

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted3 years ago

    byMICHAEL

    fromIllinois

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Did not last two days, Used it about an hour the first day I received it. About 24 hours later went to practice with it again, would not work.

  • Good for guitar maybe

    3

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted3 years ago

    byGeorge

    fromCarrollton Texas

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Didn't work for my bass but it was intended for that either. I gave it a shot but returned it for a Darkglass.

  • Nice pedal

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted3 years ago

    byMike

    fromHot Springs, Arkansas

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Good distortion sounds with a lot of sustain. Quality biuld like all Boss pedals. The patch cords that came with the pedal are high quality cables.

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