BOSS DS-1W

​Guitar effect - Distortion Pedal • The Classic BOSS Distortion, Enhanced with Waza Craftsmanship • WARRANTY: 5 years


Overview

Introduced in 1978 among the earliest models in the BOSS compact series, the orange DS-1 redefined the sound of distortion and remains as influential today as ever. Its hard-edged attack and smooth sustain have made it the best-selling compact effect to date, and its distinctive tone is behind the signature sounds of a long list of rock and alternative icons. With the DS-1W, this legendary stomp joins other BOSS classics in the Waza Craft series, fusing the look and character of the original with a newly revised discrete all-analog circuit for expanded range and versatility.


• Special edition Waza Craft pedal for the ultimate BOSS tone experience
• Newly revised two-stage gain circuit with discrete analog components
• Standard mode delivers the legendary sound of the original DS-1
• Custom mode provides fatter distortion tones with focused midrange and increased touch response
• Versatile Tone knob provides wide-ranging frequency control fine-tuned for each mode
• Two modes offer increased versatility when the pedal is used as a gain booster
• Premium buffer for clean and clear tone when bypassed

Specifications

• Nominal Input Level: -20 dBu
• Input Impedance: 1 M ohms
• Nominal Output Level: -20 dBu
• Output Impedance: 1 k ohms
• Recommended Load Impedance: 10 k ohms or greater
• Bypass: Buffered bypass

Controls
• Pedal switch
• Mode switch
• LEVEL knob
• TONE knob
• DIST knob

Indicator
• CHECK indicator (Serves also as battery check indicator)

Connectors
• INPUT Jack: 1/4-inch phone type
• OUTPUT Jack: 1/4-inch phone type
• AC Adaptor Jack

Power Supply
• Voltage: DC 9 V
• Dry Battery 9 V type 6F22/9 V (carbon)
• Dry Battery 9 V type 6LR61/9 V (alkaline)
• AC Adaptor: PSA series (sold separately)
• Current Draw: 15 mA (DC 9 V)

Accessories:
• Leaflet (“USING THE UNIT SAFELY,” “IMPORTANT NOTES,” and “Information”)
• Alkaline battery (9 V, 6LR61 or 6LF22)

Option (sold separately): AC Adaptor (PSA-Series)

Size and Weight ( incl. battery )
Width: 73 mm
Depth: 129 mm
Height: 59 mm
Weight: 430 g.