BOSS’s flagship distortion pedal defined a bold new sound, providing a hard-edged attack and smooth sustain that’s guitar players crave for awesome tone.

Simply put, the BOSS DS-1 distortion pedal is a modern classic. Musicians have heard this orange box put through its paces on countless top rock recordings. The DS-1 is an affordable, incredible-sounding, rock pedalboard staple — it’s the perfect first distortion stompbox and may be your last. Whether you pair it with your guitar’s single-coil or humbucking pickups, expect rich, dynamic-laden tone with the BOSS DS-1.

Since the DS-1’s introduction in 1978, guitarists everywhere have been snatching it up, putting it in their signal chain, and using it to achieve their signature distorted rock tones. It’s great for all flavors of rock, from experimental to indie to modern to heavier grunge-infused genres. That versatility makes the DS-1 the perfect pick for a first distortion pedal. It’s a solid investment toward proven tone.

The BOSS DS-1 features Tone, Level, and Distortion knobs. By cranking each up or down, you can create a range of different tones, from subtle bite to rich crunch to all-out fuzz. The midrange on the DS-1 is scooped, which gives it a distinct tonal flavor that many players prefer. Want sonic reference? Give Nirvana’s “Smells Like Teen Spirit” a listen — all that crunch came courtesy of the BOSS DS-1.

John E. Davis is a Texas Rock Guitarist offering FREE guitar lessons videos. Visit TexasRockGuitarist.com for information on Guitar Lessons, Guitar Repair and Live Music Performance.