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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: "€ 144.86"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Boss"
url: https://www.desertcart.fi/products/2534472-boss-ds-1-distortion-compact-distortion-pedal-the-benchmark-in
store_origin: FI
region: Finland
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# Hard-edged attack clarity Wide tone shaping range 5-year BOSS warranty BOSS DS-1 Distortion | Compact Distortion Pedal | The Benchmark in Guitar Distortion | Hard-edged Attack & Smooth Sustain | Wide Tone Range

**Brand:** boss
**Price:** € 144.86
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎸 Unleash your signature crunch with the pedal that shaped rock history!

## 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?** € 144.86 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.fi](https://www.desertcart.fi/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 Last:** Rugged, compact design with a 5-year warranty—your stage-ready sonic weapon.
- • **Dynamic Clean-Up:** Turn down your guitar volume for pristine, mud-free cleans without swapping pedals.
- • **Precision Tone Control:** Unique tone knob delivers a versatile palette from crunchy grit to smooth sustain.
- • **Universal Compatibility:** Preserves your guitar’s unique voice across pickups and styles, perfect for any rig.
- • **Iconic Distortion Legacy:** Since 1978, the distortion that defined generations of rock legends.

## Overview

The BOSS DS-1 Distortion pedal, introduced in 1978, remains the top-selling compact distortion pedal worldwide. Renowned for its hard-edged attack and smooth sustain, it offers a wide tone range with responsive controls that maintain clarity even at max distortion. Durable and USB powered, it comes backed by a 5-year warranty, making it a must-have for guitarists seeking legendary sound and reliability.

## 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: Classic sound that never fails - The Boss DS-1 is a timeless distortion pedal that delivers every time. It’s super easy to use, built like a tank, and gives that perfect crunchy tone for rock, metal, or punk. The tone control is very responsive, and it sounds great with any amp. For the price, this pedal is unbeatable — a must-have for every guitarist!
Review: Perfect - PERFECT This is the perfect distortion pedal at the most perfect price. Looks great, sounds great, settings are accurate, top tier in quality.

## 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 | #625 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 4,776 Reviews |
| Hardware Interface | USB |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 5.5"L x 3"W x 8.75"H |
| Item Height | 3 inches |
| Item Type Name | Distortion Guitar Pedal |
| Item Weight | 0.57 Grams |
| Manufacturer | BOSS |
| 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
- **Style:** Standard
- **Product Dimensions:** 5.5"L x 3"W x 8.75"H
- **Item Weight:** 0.57 Grams
- **Voltage:** 9 Volts

## Images

![BOSS DS-1 Distortion | Compact Distortion Pedal | The Benchmark in Guitar Distortion | Hard-edged Attack & Smooth Sustain | Wide Tone Range - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/610ZtA187JL.jpg)

## 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

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Classic sound that never fails
*by F***N on October 12, 2025*

The Boss DS-1 is a timeless distortion pedal that delivers every time. It’s super easy to use, built like a tank, and gives that perfect crunchy tone for rock, metal, or punk. The tone control is very responsive, and it sounds great with any amp. For the price, this pedal is unbeatable — a must-have for every guitarist!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect
*by Z***E on November 25, 2025*

PERFECT This is the perfect distortion pedal at the most perfect price. Looks great, sounds great, settings are accurate, top tier in quality.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very well built..
*by G***S on January 15, 2026*

Works great,Sounds great..

## 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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*Store origin: FI*
*Last updated: 2026-01-26*