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Instrument or music terms are often not translated correctly, so please let us know if you have any questions.

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Product Details

This distortion pedal is an early version of the DS-1, which debuted in 1978.
It's one of the representative models in the BOSS compact series, and the early Japanese-made models have circuit features that differ from later models.
The appearance, with its distinctive black screws, is also a symbolic point of early BOSS pedals.

This unit has a simple configuration with three knobs: LEVEL, TONE, and DISTORTION, allowing for intuitive adjustment of volume, tone, and distortion.
The early Japanese-made models use the TA7136 in the preamp section, resulting in a circuit configuration that differs from later DS-1 models.
The TONE control allows you to change the balance between low and high frequencies, enabling you to adjust the settings to match your amplifier and guitar.

The sound has an edgy distortion and a clear attack, and can handle a wide range of tones, from a light drive with reduced DISTORTION to a powerful distortion with deep distortion.
It can create a crisp sound for chords and a well-defined, impactful tone for single notes. The early specifications using the TA7136 are also appealing because you can enjoy the differences from later models. Among the DS-1 series, which boasts a long history, this model stands out for its early specifications: Japanese manufacturing, black screws, and the TA7136 chip.

While retaining the ease of use of its simple three-knob design, this is an attractive unit for those who want to enjoy the specifications unique to vintage BOSS pedals, or those who want to experience the differences between DS-1s from different eras.

Please consider this opportunity!

[Condition]

There are signs of use such as paint peeling on the corners, but no significant damage is visible, and there are no other particularly noticeable large scratches.

Of course, the operation has been confirmed.

Domestic Brand

Serial Number: #411600
Our Management Number: UM536

[Accessories]

no accessories

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