Introduced in 1978 among the earliest models in the BOSS compact series, the orange DS-1 redefined the sound of distortion and remains as influential today as ever. Its hard-edged attack and smooth sustain have made it the best-selling compact effect to date, and its distinctive tone is behind the signature sounds of a long list of rock and alternative icons. With the DS-1W, this legendary stomp joins other BOSS classics in the Waza Craft series, fusing the look and character of the original with a newly revised discrete all-analogue circuit for expanded range and versatility.

With its two modes and discrete all-analogue circuit design, the DS-1W expands the DS-1 experience for a broader range of styles and applications. Call up Standard mode and play with the tight, hard-edged tone and singing sustain of the original pedal. Or switch on Custom mode for a bold new sound that takes the unmistakable DS-1 character to the next dimension. A thick, mid-focused character provides more fatness and cut to make your sound stand out in the mix, and the tone control is tuned to maximize the mode’s richness and presence. The available level has been increased by 6 dB, providing a wider range of gain boost for driving amps and pedals. And with more input sensitivity, you can conjure up all sorts of distortion colours with picking dynamics and volume control adjustments on the guitar.

FEATURES

Special edition Waza Craft pedal for the ultimate BOSS tone experience

Newly revised two-stage gain circuit with discrete analog components

Standard mode delivers the legendary sound of the original DS-1

Custom mode provides fatter distortion tones with focused midrange and increased touch response

Versatile Tone knob provides wide-ranging frequency control fine-tuned for each mode

Two modes offer increased versatility when the pedal is used as a gain booster

Premium buffer for clean and clear tone when bypassed