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product_id: 2534472
title: "BOSS DS-1 Distortion | Compact Distortion Pedal | The Benchmark in Guitar Distortion | Hard-edged Attack & Smooth Sustain | Wide Tone Range"
brand: "boss"
price: "€ 144.50"
currency: EUR
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reviews_count: 13
category: "Boss"
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# Hard-edged attack clarity Low 20mA power draw Wide tone control range BOSS DS-1 Distortion | Compact Distortion Pedal | The Benchmark in Guitar Distortion | Hard-edged Attack & Smooth Sustain | Wide Tone Range

**Brand:** boss
**Price:** € 144.50
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎸 Own the stage with the distortion that defined generations.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** BOSS DS-1 Distortion | Compact Distortion Pedal | The Benchmark in Guitar Distortion | Hard-edged Attack & Smooth Sustain | Wide Tone Range by boss
- **How much does it cost?** € 144.50 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.gr](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/2534472-boss-ds-1-distortion-compact-distortion-pedal-the-benchmark-in)

## Best For

- boss enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted boss brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Built to Gig & Last:** Compact, USB powered, and backed by BOSS’s 5-year warranty—ready for every stage and studio session.
- • **Effortless Clean-Up:** Turn down your guitar volume to instantly dial back distortion—no muddiness, just pure tone.
- • **Dynamic Gain Control:** From subtle overdrive to maxed-out distortion, maintain note clarity and punch at every setting.
- • **Precision Tone Shaping:** Unique tone knob lets you sculpt everything from gritty crunch to smooth sustain without losing your guitar’s character.
- • **Iconic Distortion Legacy:** Since 1978, the DS-1 has defined rock’s boldest tones, trusted by legends and rising stars alike.

## Overview

The BOSS DS-1 Distortion pedal is a legendary analog effects processor delivering hard-edged attack and smooth sustain with a versatile tone control. Since 1978, it has been a staple for guitarists seeking classic rock distortion, offering dynamic gain settings that preserve note clarity and respond to guitar volume adjustments. Compact, USB powered, and backed by a 5-year warranty, the DS-1 remains the top-selling BOSS pedal and a must-have for professionals and enthusiasts aiming to craft their signature sound.

## Description

Introduced in 1978, BOSS’s first distortion pedal defined a bold new sound, delivering hard-edged attack and smooth sustain that’s been a staple of players for generations. 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 classic DS-1 tone is behind the signature sounds of numerous rock legends, and is ready to fuel your own signature sound today.

Review: Does what it's supposed to do very well - Guitarists have become a bunch of cork-sniffers. There are so many players more concerned with the name on the headstock of their guitar and their amp and the endless "boutique" pedals in their collections that many seem unable or unwilling to give a listen to "stock" gear, or anything that doesn't cost an arm and a leg. The fact is that if you're a gigging musician, and I am, you come to realize that all those subtle, detailed nuances of tone that so many want to obsess over get lost in the band mix, and in the poor acoustics of wherever you're playing. Yes, we want to sound good to ourselves because that's inspiring, but frankly, I don't need $200+ dollar distortion/OD pedals to be inspired. I haven't owned a DS-1 in a long time, but recently got one because I was looking for a distortion pedal on a budget. Frankly, I'd forgotten how musical this pedal is. With the distortion set to minimum (it never gets clean) it's a good, moderate-gain overdrive that still lets your guitar's basic tone get through. I play a strat & and jazzmaster - those guitars still sound like themselves with this thing. With the gain at halfway you get great AD/DC crunch. And even with the gain maxed out you still get excellent note definition on chords. What more could you want? Sure, it's "old school" rock distortion. The usual "may not appeal to metalheads" caveat applies, maybe. Combine this with an eq and you could scoop the mids as much as you want. I also have a Barber LTD (great, relatively cheap "boutique" moderate gain OD that doesn't break the bank) and a Visual Sound Route 66, which is a tubescreamer clone (with much more gain) and a compressor in one pedal. Both the LTD & Rt 66 have the usual TS9 midrange hump, though much less pronounced on the LTD. What's refreshing about the DS-1 is that the strong mids are there, but the overall tone is not in the same realm as a tubescreamer, so it can sit well on a pedalboard and bring a different flavor to the party. The tone on the DS-1 can get very bright, but as I indicated I play with single coils, and I have no problem finding sweet spots on the tone knob - I generally run it around 9-10:00. Overall this pedal is a steal - look around and find a used one for a good price. I'd considered a modtone Speedbox, but decided to go with the generally bulletproof Boss instead, for basically the same price. I couldn't be happier.
Review: Looks and Sounds great, worth every penny. - Worked like a dream, definitely worth the money, if you're into that Grunge sound.

## Features

- Legendary distortion used by guitarists everywhere Since 1978
- BOSS’s first distortion pedal defined a bold new sound, delivering hard-edged attack and smooth sustain that’s been a staple of players for generations.
- Hard-edged attack remains clear even at maximum distortion settings, ideal for heavy rhythms and cutting solos
- Works great as a booster at low distortion settings
- Unique tone control offers a wide range of sound Shaping
- Doesn’t mask the unique sound characteristics of different guitars, pickups, and styles.
- Turning down the guitar’s volume cleans up the tone without introducing muddiness.
- BOSS five-year warranty.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0002KYY14 |
| Amperage | 20 Milliamps |
| Audio Output Effects | Distortion |
| Best Sellers Rank | #850 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #2 in Guitar Distortion & Overdrive Effects |
| Brand | BOSS |
| Brand Name | BOSS |
| Controls Type | Knob |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 4,372 Reviews |
| Hardware Interface | USB |
| Item Dimensions | 4 x 6 x 3 inches |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 5.5"L x 3"W x 8.75"H |
| Item Type Name | Distortion Guitar Pedal |
| Item Weight | 0.57 Grams |
| Manufacturer | BOSS |
| Manufacturer Part Number | DS-1 |
| Model Name | DS-1 |
| Model Number | DS-1 |
| Power Source | USB Powered |
| Product Dimensions | 5.5"L x 3"W x 8.75"H |
| Signal Format | Analog |
| Style | Standard |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Voltage | 9 Volts |
| Warranty Description | Boss five-year warranty. |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** BOSS
- **Item Weight:** 1.1 Pounds
- **Product Dimensions:** 5.5"L x 3"W x 8.75"H
- **Style:** Standard
- **Voltage:** 9 Volts

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Pattern, Size, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Weird question time: I'm about 135lbs, and a bit over-enthusiastic. If I jump about 2 feet in the air and land on this pedal, will it survive?**
A: Dude, even if you weighed 531 lbs and did that - I don't think you're hurting a Boss.  Maybe don't land on the knobs in that case though eh?

**Q: some reviews say this ships with no power adapter. is this true? you have to find one and buy it separately?**
A: Not really that hard.  Just search here for guitar pedal power supplies.  9V 2.1x5.5mm, center negative.  Or buy a bunch of 9v batteries

**Q: Im new to pedals and would like to know if this comes by itself, if it does what cables do i need?**
A: You'll just need one guitar cable from your guitar to the pedal, and a second guitar cable from the pedal to your amp.  The pedal runs on a 9v battery, which is included.

**Q: Where is this pedal made?**
A: Taiwan. It hasn't affected the quality of the pedal, or of the sound in any way. Still the best $50 distortion pedal.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Does what it's supposed to do very well
*by A***F on February 25, 2011*

Guitarists have become a bunch of cork-sniffers. There are so many players more concerned with the name on the headstock of their guitar and their amp and the endless "boutique" pedals in their collections that many seem unable or unwilling to give a listen to "stock" gear, or anything that doesn't cost an arm and a leg. The fact is that if you're a gigging musician, and I am, you come to realize that all those subtle, detailed nuances of tone that so many want to obsess over get lost in the band mix, and in the poor acoustics of wherever you're playing. Yes, we want to sound good to ourselves because that's inspiring, but frankly, I don't need $200+ dollar distortion/OD pedals to be inspired. I haven't owned a DS-1 in a long time, but recently got one because I was looking for a distortion pedal on a budget. Frankly, I'd forgotten how musical this pedal is. With the distortion set to minimum (it never gets clean) it's a good, moderate-gain overdrive that still lets your guitar's basic tone get through. I play a strat & and jazzmaster - those guitars still sound like themselves with this thing. With the gain at halfway you get great AD/DC crunch. And even with the gain maxed out you still get excellent note definition on chords. What more could you want? Sure, it's "old school" rock distortion. The usual "may not appeal to metalheads" caveat applies, maybe. Combine this with an eq and you could scoop the mids as much as you want. I also have a Barber LTD (great, relatively cheap "boutique" moderate gain OD that doesn't break the bank) and a Visual Sound Route 66, which is a tubescreamer clone (with much more gain) and a compressor in one pedal. Both the LTD & Rt 66 have the usual TS9 midrange hump, though much less pronounced on the LTD. What's refreshing about the DS-1 is that the strong mids are there, but the overall tone is not in the same realm as a tubescreamer, so it can sit well on a pedalboard and bring a different flavor to the party. The tone on the DS-1 can get very bright, but as I indicated I play with single coils, and I have no problem finding sweet spots on the tone knob - I generally run it around 9-10:00. Overall this pedal is a steal - look around and find a used one for a good price. I'd considered a modtone Speedbox, but decided to go with the generally bulletproof Boss instead, for basically the same price. I couldn't be happier.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Looks and Sounds great, worth every penny.
*by N***C on March 29, 2026*

Worked like a dream, definitely worth the money, if you're into that Grunge sound.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Distortion Pedal
*by O***N on April 19, 2026*

My favorite distortion pedal. Classic heavy sound. Just remember to unplug both sides after use.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Boss DS-1 Distortion Pedal
- Boss SD-1 Super Overdrive Pedal
- MXR Patch Cable 6 in|15 cm - 3 Pack (3PDCP06)

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