Boss DS-1X Distortion: Special Edition Pedal with Premium Tone

The DS-1X launches the famous BOSS distortion into a modern era of expression, delivering an unmatched level of performance for guitarists with an ear for tone. This next-generation stomp combines over 35 years of innovation in pedal design with the most advanced technologies, bringing you a completely new tonal experience that’s only possible with the legendary expertise of BOSS. Prepare to be amazed—the inspiring and ultra-responsive DS-1X will change your thinking about distortion pedals forever.

Plug Into the Future of Distortion

The DS-1X completely redefines the distortion stomp, kicking it into a new universe of dynamic response and clarity. Powered by BOSS MDP technology, this amazing pedal delivers distortion that sounds perfect no matter where you play on the neck, even at the highest gain settings. You’ll enjoy tight response on the low strings and fat, singing tones on the highest notes, plus exceptional definition when playing two or more notes at a time. At every setting, the sound is never muddy or boomy, while the smooth natural presence ensures that you always cut through without harshness or nasal overtones. With the DS-1X, your distortion tone feels and sounds dialed in the instant you turn it on, providing a rich, satisfying playing experience that’s both effortless and inspiring.

Special Features

• Next-Generation Sound: Special edition BOSS distortion pedal with next-generation sound, feel, and tonal response.
• Superior Playing Experience: All-new design provides a superior playing experience unattainable with analog distortion pedals.
• Real-Time Processing: Powerful real-time processing adapts to your playing to provide ideal distortion tones in every register.
• Perfect Sound Across Fretboard: Enjoy perfect sounds over the entire fretboard, from tight crisp tones on the low strings to fat, singing tones on the highest notes.
• High-Clarity Distortion: High-clarity distortion sound that’s never muddy or boomy, even when playing two or more notes at the same time.
• Ultra-Responsive: Ultra-responsive to volume changes and picking dynamics.
• Low Noise: Very low noise, even with high-gain settings.
• Advanced Sound Shaping: Drive, High, and Low knobs offer a wide range of sound shaping not found in typical stompbox pedals.
• Striking Appearance: Exclusive chrome knobs and control plate plus vintage silver knob for battery compartment access.
• MDP Technology: Features BOSS innovative Multi-Dimensional Processing (MDP), realized with proprietary technology and custom DSP.
• Warranty: BOSS five-year warranty.

Specifications

Controls

• Drive knob
• High knob
• Low knob
• Level knob
• Pedal switch

Connectors

• Input jack: 1/4-inch phone type
• Output jack: 1/4-inch phone type
• DC IN jack

Power Supply

• Alkaline battery (9V, 6LR61)
• AC adaptor (PSA series: sold separately)

Current Draw

• 70 mA

Expected Battery Life Under Continuous Use

• Alkaline: Approx. 5 hours

Size and Weight

• Width: 2-7/8 inches (73 mm)
• Depth: 5-1/8 inches (129 mm)
• Height: 2-3/8 inches (59 mm)
• Weight (including battery): 1 lb (450 g)

Accessories

• Leaflet ("USING THE UNIT SAFELY," "IMPORTANT NOTES," and "Information")
• Alkaline battery (9V, 6LR61)

Options (sold separately)

• AC adaptor: PSA series

This pedal ships fully insured with signature required.