Boss DS-1 Distortion Bundle with Gearlux Instrument Cable, Patch Cable, Picks, and Austin Bazaar Polishing Cloth
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Boss DS-1 Distortion Bundle with Gearlux Instrument Cable, Patch Cable, Picks, and Austin Bazaar Polishing Cloth
- CLASSIC BOSS DISTORTION TONE: The Boss distortion pedal delivers bright, cutting distortion with tight lows and smooth sustain, ideal for rock, punk, grunge, and hard rock
- VERSATILE TONE SHAPING: Dial clockwise for sharp, tight highs or counter-clockwise for smooth, warm lows, easily shift from cutting rhythm to fat, expressive lead tones
- RUGGED, ROAD-READY CONSTRUCTION: Built with a compact, all-metal chassis designed to withstand heavy stomping, making it ideal for practice sessions, live gigs, and touring use
- DUAL POWER OPTIONS: Operates on a 9V alkaline battery or an external power supply, this bundle includes an instrument cable and patch cable for easy setup
- EVERYTHING IN ONE BOX: Austin Bazaar enhances your purchase by adding essential accessories, this bundle includes an instrument cable and a patch cable for reliable connectivity, picks for later use and a polishing cloth to keep your gear in mint condition
Adding value to your purchase, Austin Bazaar bundles your instrument with necessary accessories. Everything you need to start playing immediately comes in one box. Save yourself the hassle and save some money while you're at it. Picks are included so you can start playing right out of the box. An instrument cable is included so you have an extra. A patch cable is included so you can chain your pedals together. An Austin Bazaar polishing cloth is included so you can keep your new instrument in mint condition.
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.
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 '70s and '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









