--- product_id: 64843290 title: "DS-1 Distortion Guitar Effects Pedal" brand: "boss" price: "β‚Ή 13328" currency: INR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.in/products/64843290-ds-1-distortion-guitar-effects-pedal store_origin: IN region: India --- # iconic distortion since 1978 3 precision knobs for tone control super-tough, road-ready build DS-1 Distortion Guitar Effects Pedal **Brand:** boss **Price:** β‚Ή 13328 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🎸 Unleash iconic distortion β€” your sound, your stage, your legacy. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** DS-1 Distortion Guitar Effects Pedal by boss - **How much does it cost?** β‚Ή 13328 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.in](https://www.desertcart.in/products/64843290-ds-1-distortion-guitar-effects-pedal) ## 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 - β€’ **Built to Endure:** Rugged construction ensures your pedal withstands the rigors of touring and daily gigs. - β€’ **Compact & Stage-Ready:** Small footprint fits any pedalboard, delivering powerhouse distortion without compromise. - β€’ **Precision Control Knobs:** Tone, level, and distortion dials let you sculpt everything from smooth boosts to heavy riffs. - β€’ **Versatile Sound Shaping:** Innovative tone circuit balances highs and lows for crystal-clear rhythm or fat lead tones. - β€’ **Legendary Distortion Tone:** Craft your signature sound with the classic DS-1, trusted by rock legends for over four decades. ## Overview The BOSS DS-1 Distortion Pedal is a legendary analog effects processor, delivering hard-edged, harmonically rich distortion with precise tone shaping via three intuitive knobs. Since 1978, its rugged design and versatile sound have made it the top-selling compact distortion pedal, favored by guitarists across genres for both live performance and studio recording. ## Description From the manufacturer DS-1 Distortion Pedal THE BENCHMARK IN GUITAR DISTORTION The DS-1 Distortion is a true icon in the world of guitar effects. 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 Legendary distortion used by guitarists everywhere since 1978 Classic tones for all types of music Hard-edged attack remains clear even at maximum distortion settings Works great as a booster at low distortion settings Genre-Defining Distortion Before the DS-1, most distortion pedals produced harsh, buzzy tones and muddy sound at high gain settings. In 1978, BOSS engineers changed all that by developing a unique distortion circuit for the DS-1 that produces tight, hard-edged gain with rich harmonics while retaining the unique characteristics of different guitars and playing techniques. Hard rock, metal, and punk styles began to flourish in the β€˜70s and β€˜80s, and the DS-1’s tone had a defining influence on these genres. That trend has endured through multiple generations, and players around the world continue to seek out the classic DS-1 sound. Gain from Mild to Heavy From its modest three-knob interface, many different sound colors can be coaxed from the DS-1. Its pioneering two-stage circuit incorporates both transistor and op-amp gain stages. This approach is critical to the DS-1’s characteristic low-frequency fullness, which is loved by guitarists that play heavy music genres. The distortion knob offers an extremely wide range, from a mild boost for driving amps and pedals to full-throttle gain for monster rock riffs. Powerful Tone Shaping Unlike typical tone controls that only cut highs, the DS-1’s tone circuit features an innovative design that offers far more range. Turning the knob clockwise increases highs and decreases lows, while going counter-clockwise has the opposite effect. This lets you dial in everything from tight, cutting rhythm sounds to smooth, fat lead voices. The tone control is particularly effective for maintaining low-end definition when using the DS-1 as a booster with vintage-style amps, which often sound muddy when driven with other distortion pedals. Review: Great Distortion Pedal - This one i am using with Yamaha Pacifica for playing in our Church. I am combining this with another pedal Boss G1on. This pedal is very nice pedal for playing interludes in the songs, sound clarity is also very great. I have not purchased the chord but i am using with 9v rechargeable battery _ working well. This is my genuine review after using around 1 year. Review: Must buy item - Good product. Item matches its description and sizeon desertcart. Finishing is also good. Value of money and material used is also Ok. Best pedal for this price range. I loved the audio output. The size is also very compact. ## Features - Tone, level, and distortion knobs on face - Super-tough construction - Lets your true guitar tone shine through ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0002KYY14 | | Amperage | 20 Milliamps | | Audio Output Effects | Distortion | | Best Sellers Rank | #7,485 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #12 in Guitar Distortion & Overdrive Effects | | Brand | BOSS | | Brand Name | BOSS | | Colour | Orange | | Controls Type | Knob | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 4,173 Reviews | | Hardware Interface | USB | | Importer Contact Information | Boss | | Item Dimensions | 10.2 x 15.2 x 7.6 Centimeters | | Item Type Name | Accessories | | Item Weight | 0.57 Grams | | Manufacturer | Boss, Boss DS-1 Distortion Guitar Effects Pedal | | Manufacturer Contact Information | Boss DS-1 Distortion Guitar Effects Pedal | | Manufacturer Part Number | DS-1 | | Model Number | DS-1 | | Packer Contact Information | Boss | | Signal Format | Analog | | Style | Distortion | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Voltage | 9 Volts | | Warranty Description | 1 Year Warranty | ## Product Details - **Brand:** BOSS - **Colour:** Orange - **Item Weight:** 1.06 Pounds - **Style:** Distortion - **Voltage:** 9 Volts ## Images ![DS-1 Distortion Guitar Effects Pedal - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71WAFbpOI-L.jpg) ## 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 ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Distortion Pedal *by K***A on 5 December 2024* This one i am using with Yamaha Pacifica for playing in our Church. I am combining this with another pedal Boss G1on. This pedal is very nice pedal for playing interludes in the songs, sound clarity is also very great. I have not purchased the chord but i am using with 9v rechargeable battery _ working well. This is my genuine review after using around 1 year. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Must buy item *by P***R on 3 June 2026* Good product. Item matches its description and sizeon Amazon. Finishing is also good. Value of money and material used is also Ok. Best pedal for this price range. I loved the audio output. The size is also very compact. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great sounding pedal for the price! *by F***R on 24 July 2020* I should say this is a β€œmoody” pedal. If you dial in the right settings depending on your guitar and amp, it is possible to get some excellent hard rock sounds with this pedal. The tone knob is tricky, works best if kept below 10 o’ clock position for me. If you turn the tone knob higher than that, the tonal characteristics complete change and start sounding extremely trebly and thin. Otherwise this is a great pedal, just look up some YouTube videos on how best to use this pedal. ## Frequently Bought Together - Boss DS-1 Distortion Pedal - Boss SD-1 Super Overdrive Pedal - MXR Patch Cable 6 in|15 cm - 3 Pack (3PDCP06) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.in/products/64843290-ds-1-distortion-guitar-effects-pedal](https://www.desertcart.in/products/64843290-ds-1-distortion-guitar-effects-pedal) --- *Product available on Desertcart India* *Store origin: IN* *Last updated: 2026-09-01*