Boss DS-1 Distortion Pedal
The Boss DS-1 Distortion Pedal is a classic distortion pedal that is suitable for a variety of applications. It provides a wonderfully compressed sound that lends itself quite well to distorted leads, as well as an open breakup that is more responsive to nuances in one’s playing style. It features controls for Level, Tone, and Distortion, making it easy to dial in just the right amount of distortion.
DS-1 Features
- Classic BOSS Distortion tones for guitar and keyboard
- Reproduces dynamics of playing, from soft to hard
- Distortion, Level and Tone control to tailor overall sound as desired
- BOSS five-year warranty
- Nominal Input Level: -20 dBu
- Input Impedance: 470 ohms
- Nominal Output Level: -20 dBu
- Output Impedance: 1 k ohms
- Equivalent Input Noise Level: -122 dBu (IHF-A, Typ.)
- Connectors: INPUT Jack, OUTPUT Jack, AC Adaptor Jack (9 V DC)
- Power Supply: DC 9 V: Dry Battery 9 V type, AC Adaptor
- Current Draw: 4 mA (DC 9 V)
- Width: 73 mm, 2-7/8 inches
- Depth: 129 mm, 5-1/8 inches
- Height: 59 mm, 2-3/8 inches
- Weight: 400 g, 0 lbs. 15 oz.

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