Boss DS-1X Distortion Pedal

£151.50

Just pedals are excited to share the latest New Distortion Pedals by Boss, the Boss DS-1X Distortion Pedal Distortion Pedals is a great Distortion choice for new and experienced guitarists alike.. Read More below for more images, videos and latest UK prices from the Boss brand, delivered by a UK retailer, with warranty & more.


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Just pedals are excited to share the latest New Distortion Pedals by Boss, the Boss DS-1X Distortion Pedal Distortion Pedals is a great Distortion choice for new and experienced guitarists alike.. Read More below for more images, videos and latest UK prices from the Boss brand, delivered by a UK retailer, with warranty & more. The Boss DS-1X is not an upgraded DS-1 its a lot LOT more. Boss have decided to reinvent distortion. Up to now overdrive and distortion circuits have always been analog aside from expensive modelling technology Boss have seen the potential of digitally processing overdrive however and created the remarkably innovative DS-1X. This pedal can process each frequency band separately and tailor the effect to each. This is alongside a shift in focus away from midrange so the pedal now emphasises bass and treble response giving a truly modern feel perfect for the studio. On top of this powerful tone-shaping the DS-1X then applies its signature natural compression to giving the output a really polished professional sound every time. If youre looking for the next generation of distortion its pretty clear its the DS-1X.

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Boss

Boss is a prominent manufacturer of guitar effects pedals, multi-effects units, and related musical equipment, known for their durability, reliability, and wide range of effects. Founded in 1973 as a division of the Roland Corporation, Boss quickly became synonymous with high-quality effects pedals that are popular among guitarists and musicians worldwide.

Boss pedals are renowned for their rugged construction, intuitive controls, and signature sound quality. The company offers a comprehensive lineup of effects pedals covering various categories, including distortion, overdrive, delay, modulation, and more. Iconic pedals like the DS-1 Distortion, the DS-2 Turbo Distortion, the DD-3 Digital Delay, and the MT-2 Metal Zone have become staples on countless pedalboards due to their versatility and reliability.

Category

Distortion Pedals

Distortion pedals create a heavier, more aggressive gain sound than most overdrive pedals, giving guitarists the sustain, bite and saturation needed for rock, punk, metal and hard-hitting lead tones. They can turn a clean amp into a high-gain platform or add an extra layer of intensity to an already driven sound.

Some distortion pedals are tight and modern, while others are raw, fizzy or vintage-inspired. Choosing the right one depends on whether you want chunky rhythm tones, singing sustain, scooped metal sounds or a classic hard-rock voice with plenty of attack.

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Distortion

Distortion pedals and related effects are commonly used by guitarists looking to shape their tone in a more focused and creative way. Different designs offer their own response, feel and tonal character depending on the style of music and the type of amplifier or guitar being used.

Many players build pedalboards gradually over time, combining different effects and utilities to create a setup that suits their own sound and workflow. Distortion related gear can play an important role in both live performance and studio recording.