Heemskerk, Netherlands
About this listing
The DS-2. A classic distortion pedal from Boss, featuring a Turbo mode that can be switched on manually via the pedal itself, and using the included, homemade additional switch.This pedal is in very good condition, as shown in the photos, and works perfectly, of course. It is an early production model with serial number ZA81825. According to a Boss serial number checker online, this pedal was manufactured in November 1989. I bought it new from Dirk Witte in Amsterdam in January 1991, so that seems about right. It even still comes with its original box.It was used by John Frusciante and Kurt Cobain during that period.Information from the BOSS website:Turbo Distortion PerfectionThe DS-2 Turbo Distortion, released in 1987, remains an immensely popular BOSS compact pedal, building on the legacy of the iconic DS-1 Distortion which made its debut almost ten years earlier. The DS-2 is praised for its versatility and features two distinctive distortion modes: Turbo I and Turbo II.This classic pedal delivers a wide range of tones and is adored by everyone from grunge icons to modern rock innovators. Whether you’re looking for a solid crunch or searing gain, the DS-2 is the one for you.Legendary BOSS distortion sounds with dual-mode controlTurbo I offers versatile saturation with enhanced low and mid-range tonesTurbo II delivers harmonically rich distortion with a pronounced mid-boost.Remote connection for hands-free switching between Turbo modes using an optional external foot switch
Price€140
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