BOSSDS-1 Distortion Pedal, Classic Tones for All Types of Music, The benchmark in Guitar distortion,Orange

BOSSDS-1 Distortion Pedal, Classic Tones for All Types of Music, The benchmark in Guitar distortion,Orange

Q: Is this pedal good to use as sold or do I need to buy anything extra to use (eg leads)? If so, what kind of leads do I need for this?

hi it will work of a 9volt battery pp3.but you can buy a transformer.you will need two jack leads one from amp to unit and one to the bass. make sure to remove after plaing as these will drain the battery.note battery lives under the black rubber /metal cover access via the small knob at bottom of the unit.if you buy a transformer it plugs into the top a small round hole with a pin in the center .plug in and play.bake sure you get the correct unit,a good guitar shop could help.ok have fun.

Q: Is this worth getting to use with the katana 50? getting a bit fed up with the boss sound studio. thanks

I use a Boss DS1, and a JoYo AC tone straight into the clean channel on a Katana 50, and the sound is truly awesome. In my opinion, two must buy pedals for great and versatile rock tones. And they're both cheap!

Q: do you have to have a valve amp?

I don't know the difference between a valve amp and any other amp but my pedal works fine on a fender frontman 15G amp that isn't special or different so I think it should work on any normal amp

Q: does it work well with 7+ string guitars cos some pedals make it too muddy on the deeper end.

Boss make some really good pedals, your seven string should be fine. look up seven strings with this pedal on youtube dude

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Brand
BOSS
Style
Single
Colour
Orange
Product dimensions
15.2L x 10.2W
Item weight
0.57 Grams

⚡Hard-edged attack, max distortion clarity

🎸Iconic distortion since 1978

🎛️Unique tone control for versatile sound

Frequently Bought Together

Boss DS-1 Distortion Pedal

Boss SD-1 Super Overdrive Pedal

MXR Patch Cable 6 in|15 cm - 3 Pack (3PDCP06)

Description

🎸 Unleash your signature roar with the distortion that defined a generation!

DYNAMIC CLEAN UP - Turn down your guitar volume to instantly clean your tone without losing clarity.
CLEAR CUTTING SOUND - Hard-edged attack stays sharp even at max distortion—perfect for solos and heavy riffs.
PRECISION TONE SHAPING - Unique tone control lets you craft everything from gritty crunch to smooth sustain.
BUILT TO LAST WITH CONFIDENCE - Backed by BOSS’s industry-leading five-year warranty for worry-free performance.
LEGENDARY DISTORTION TIMELESS IMPACT - Trusted by rock legends since '78, shaping iconic tones across generations.

The BOSS DS-1 Distortion Pedal is a legendary analog effects processor delivering hard-edged, clear distortion tones since 1978. Compact and battery-powered with unique tone control, it offers versatile sound shaping for all guitar styles, maintaining clarity even at max distortion. Trusted by rock icons and backed by a five-year warranty, it’s the essential pedal for players seeking classic, bold distortion.

Specifications

Product Dimensions	10.16 x 15.24 x 7.62 cm; 0.57 g
Batteries	1 9V batteries required. (included)
Item model number	DS-1
Colour	Orange
Connector	6.3 mm jack
Hardware Interface	USB
Signal Format	Analog
Size	Single Mode
Battery Type	Alkaline
Power Source	Battery Powered or Corded Electric
Voltage	9 Volts
Item Weight	0.57 g

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Is this pedal good to use as sold or do I need to buy anything extra to use (eg leads)? If so, what kind of leads do I need for this?

Is this worth getting to use with the katana 50? getting a bit fed up with the boss sound studio. thanks

do you have to have a valve amp?

does it work well with 7+ string guitars cos some pedals make it too muddy on the deeper end.

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