Product Description for the Boss DS-1 Distortion Pedal

The classic DS-1 Distortion pedal provides a harder distortion effect for guitar and keyboard sounds. Instead of toneless, fuzzy distortion, the DS-1 faithfully reproduces all the subtle nuances of playing dynamics--at any volume.

TONE Knob

This knob controls the tone of the distortion sounds. Rotating the knob clockwise cuts lower frequencies, creating sharp sounds. Rotating the knob counterclockwise cuts higher frequencies, creating softer, warmer sounds.

DISTORTION Knob

This knob controls the depth of distortion sounds and the length of sustained sounds. Rotating the knob clockwise creates deeper distortion and a longer sustain time.

LEVEL Knob

This knob adjusts the level of the effect sounds. Set the knob so there is no volume difference between the effect and straight guitar sounds.