Boss DS-1 Distortion Pedal with Power Supply – New Boss
£85.00
Boss DS-1 Distortion Pedal with Power Supply – PSU included No hassle. With this bundle you dont need to purchase anything else the DS-1 bring the tones and the included Boss PSA-230 provides the power. Its the perfect PSU to power your Boss effects. With this new improved model the power cable length is increased…
The Boss DS-1 Distortion Pedal with Power Supply is in New condition and made by Boss , it is a great Supply Power with Pedal Distortion DS-1 Boss Guitar Effect Pedal – The Boss DS-1 Distortion Pedal with Power Supply is all you need to inject your tone with massive amounts of gain. Included with a Boss PSA-230 power supply youve got all you need to start dominating the stage with stunningly bright articulated sonics. No messing around with batteries this cable has plenty of length to ensure freedom of placement for the DS-1. And thats good because this bright orange beast has been a mainstay on countless pedalboards since its introduction in 1978 and the fact the design has yet to be improved upon more than 40 years later shows its reputation is well-earned. If you need a pedal to take your sound up several gears theres nothing better than the DS-1. . Available from Guitar Pedals Amps & Stuff for only £ 85 – PSU included No hassle. With this bundle you dont need to purchase anything else the DS-1 bring the tones and the included Boss PSA-230 provides the power. Its the perfect PSU to power your Boss effects. With this new improved model the power cable length is increased to almost 10 feet giving you plenty of room to move around. An LED indicator is also included for quick visual verification of on/off status. Mid scoop The distinctive distorted tones of the Boss DS-1 Distortion Pedal are defined by a few clever design features. With its pioneering two stage circuit the unique tone control offers sculpted EQ to a prominent mid-scoop in stark contrast to most other overdrive pedals. This is a big factor in the DS-1s unique sound signature. The DS-1 achieves this by using a passive Big Muff Pi style tone control which also attenuates treble or bass depending on which way you turn the tone knob. This control consists of a simple fixed low-pass filter and a high-pass filter with a pot to mix the two signals these two filters have cut-offs that create the mid-scoop at around 500Hz. Indulge in excess Another of the DS-1s tonal secrets is the transistor boosting stage of the circuit amplifying the incoming signal 56 times! This drives the signal from the early stages and gives the characteristic hot sound the DS-1 is known for. This heavily driven high gain sound combines well with the symmetrical clipping design which generates additional harmonic content giving you a richer sound. Symmetrical clipping produces even-order harmonics which are more sonically pleasing than odd-order. Boss double down on this powerful design by connecting the diodes to the AC ground in the clipping stage this makes the signal clip even harder adding to the aggressive character of this timeless pedal. All this with the robust build quality you expect from Boss pedals. Get the distorted sound that guitarists everywhere since 1978 have been raving about: maximum distortion settings ideal! Specifications 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: 9 V DC: Dry Battery 9 V type AC Adaptor Current Draw: 10 mA (9 V DC) Accessories: Dry Battery 9 V type (6F22/9 V) Boss PSA-230 Power Supply Dimensions: (W) 73 mm 2-7/8 inches (D) 129 mm 5-1/8 inches (H) 59 mm 2-3/8 inches Weight: 0.4 kg 0 lbs. 15 oz.
Distortion is a guitar effect that alters the signal’s waveform, creating a gritty, aggressive sound characterized by a high level of harmonic content and sustain. It’s achieved by amplifying the input signal to the point where the amplifier or pedal’s circuitry begins to clip, causing the waveform to become squared off and jagged. This clipping produces harmonics that weren’t present in the original signal, resulting in the characteristic “gritty” or “dirty” tone associated with distortion. Distortion pedals typically feature controls for adjusting the amount of gain or distortion applied, as well as tone-shaping knobs to tailor the sound’s frequency response. Distortion is widely used in rock, metal, and punk music to add power, aggression, and sustain to guitar solos, riffs, and rhythm parts, creating a bold and intense sonic impact in the mix. Popular distortion pedals include the Boss DS-1, Pro Co Rat, and Electro-Harmonix Big Muff Pi.
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Since 1973, BOSS has pioneered the development of unique and innovative products for musicians of all styles and skill levels. From class-leading effects pedals, multi-effects, and Loop Stations to guitar synthesizers, amplifiers, and more, our trailblazing designs include several world firsts and have forever changed the way people make music.
BOSS has its roots in MEG Electronics, a dedicated guitar effects R&D division founded within Roland Corporation in 1973. The company was recast with the now-famous BOSS name and logo and introduced to the public the following year. Along with products that carry the BOSS brand, the BOSS engineering team has been involved with developing key Roland-branded guitar products since the beginning.
This spirit of innovation continues today as BOSS forges ahead with the creation of original, progressive, and impactful gear. And with plenty more exciting developments on the horizon, we’re looking forward to another half-century of musical evolution.
This top quality 9V power supply adapter is a replacement PSU for the Boss DS-1 Effects pedal. The adapter meets all UK and EU electrical standards and comes with a lifetime guarantee. Meets all UK and EU electrical standards Lifetime guarantee
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. The classic DS-1 tone is behind the signature sounds of numerous rock legends, and is ready to fuel your own signature sound today. Ha… read more