Why This Guitar

Product Highlights

Legendary Distortion Tone — Since its introduction in 1978, this pedal has been the secret weapon for countless guitar legends, delivering a bold new sound with hard-edged attack and smooth sustain.
Simple and Powerful Controls — Use the TONE control to dial in the perfect amount of bite, the LEVEL knob to set the output volume, and the DISTORTION knob to go from a mild, bluesy crunch to fully-saturated.
Versatile Sound Shaping — Crank it up for heavy rhythms and cutting solos, all while preserving the unique sound characteristics of your specific guitar and pickups.
From the grunge-fueled tones of the 90s to the searing leads of rock virtuosos, the DS-1 provides a massive range of gain with simple, intuitive controls.
Whether you need a subtle boost or fully saturated distortion, the DS-1 delivers the versatile and dynamic performance that has made it a staple on pedalboards worldwide.

Available Since: August, 2026
Item No.: 20400640
Local SKU: OS

Legendary Distortion Tone

Experience the benchmark in guitar distortion with the BOSS DS-1. Since its introduction in 1978, this pedal has been the secret weapon for countless guitar legends, delivering a bold new sound with hard-edged attack and smooth sustain. Its iconic tone is behind the signature sounds of numerous rock icons and is ready to fuel your own creativity.

Simple and Powerful Controls

The DS-1's intuitive three-knob interface provides immediate access to a vast sonic palette. Use the TONE control to dial in the perfect amount of bite, the LEVEL knob to set the output volume, and the DISTORTION knob to go from a mild, bluesy crunch to fully-saturated, high-gain aggression. This simple layout makes it easy to find your perfect sound quickly.

Versatile Sound Shaping

From a subtle boost to searing solos, the DS-1 is incredibly versatile. At lower distortion settings, it works great as a booster to push your amplifier's front end. Crank it up for heavy rhythms and cutting solos, all while preserving the unique sound characteristics of your specific guitar and pickups.

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Technical Specifications

Hardware & Setup

Body & Build

Finish & Colour

Bridge TypeNot applicable

EssentialNo

Electronics TypeAnalog

Back MaterialNot applicable

FinishNot specified

Pickup ConfigurationNot applicable

Body ShapeNot applicable

Pickup TypeNot applicable

CutawayYes

ControlsTone, Level, Distortion

Fingerboard MaterialNot applicable

EssentialNo

Guitar TypeNot applicable

Neck MaterialNot applicable

Number of StringsNot applicable

Scale LengthNot applicable

Side MaterialNot applicable

Top MaterialNot applicable

Instrument TypeGuitar Effects

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What's In The Box

BOSS DS-1 Distortion Guitar Effects Pedal, Orange
Owner's Manual
Local Warranty Card

BOSS

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About BOSS

BOSS has shaped the sound of modern music with compact effects pedals, amplifiers, loop stations, rhythm tools, and performance processors. Known for durable construction and musician-friendly design, its products help guitarists, bassists, singers, and creators build distinctive sounds in practice, studio, and live settings.

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Simple and Powerful Controls — Use the TONE control to dial in the perfect amount of bite, the LEVEL knob to set the output volume, and the DISTORTION knob to go from a mild, bluesy crunch to fully-saturated.

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