Boss OS-2 Overdrive / Distortion Pedal

£100.00

The Chef at JustPedals is happy, the Boss OS-2 Overdrive / Distortion Pedal is in stock and is ready to dish out. Arriving with you direct to the door and freshly made by Boss. delivered by our tracked roadie service this is just a fresh pedal from a tasty brand, its available and in stock. Pedal Distortion / Overdrive OS-2 Guitar Effect Pedal. If you find yourself needing both overdrive and distortion sounds, the OS-2 might be just the pedal for you. You can go from smooth rich drive to fuzzy saturated distortion through everything in between in the twist…

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The Chef at JustPedals is happy, the Boss OS-2 Overdrive / Distortion Pedal is in stock and is ready to dish out. Arriving with you direct to the door and freshly made by Boss. delivered by our tracked roadie service this is just a fresh pedal from a tasty brand, its available and in stock. Pedal Distortion / Overdrive OS-2 Guitar Effect Pedal.

If you find yourself needing both overdrive and distortion sounds, the OS-2 might be just the pedal for you. You can go from smooth rich drive to fuzzy saturated distortion through everything in between in the twist of a knob. Whether you need an inconspicuous rhythm sound or a look-at-me searing lead tone, the OS2 provides. Like most Boss distortions, it's simple to use, so once you've dialled in your sound, you can't really go wrong!

Built like a Tank

As you probably know, Boss pedals have a reputation for being built like brick outhouses! You can be pretty sure that however much you drop it, kick it, throw it and jump on it, it will still come back for more punishment! These pedals constantly survive the rigors of rock 'n' roll touring, and that's why they're seen at the feet of top touring pros everywhere. Reliability really can be affordable to all, and Boss are so sure that their compact stomps will last that they cover them with a full five year warranty.

Here's what Boss say about the OS-2

Distortion And Overdrive Together At Last!

The OS-2 gives players a choice of overdrive or distortion or lets them combine both–all in a single compact pedal. Its distortion maintains the subtle nuances of single-coil guitar pickups.

Features

  • Flexible distortion pedal capable of producing blended overdrive/distortion sounds
  • Provides both "over-the-top" distortion sounds and less extreme overdrive tones for rhythm playing
  • Includes Level, Tone, Drive and Color controls for precise tonal shaping
  • BOSS five-year warranty

Specifications

  • Nominal Input Level: -20 dBu
  • Input Impedance: 1 M ohm
  • Nominal Output Level: -20 dBu
  • Output Impedance: 1 k ohm
  • Recommended Load Impedance: 10 k ohms or greater
  • Bypass: Buffered bypass

Controls

  • COLOR knob
  • DRIVE knob
  • TONE knob
  • LEVEL knob
  • Pedal switch

Indicator

  • CHECK indicator (Used for indication of check battery)

Connectors

  • INPUT jack: 1/4-inch phone type
  • OUTPUT jack: 1/4-inch phone type
  • DC IN jack

Power Supply

  • Carbon-zinc battery (9 V, 6F22) or Alkaline battery (9 V, 6LR61)
  • AC adaptor (PSA series: sold separately)

Current Draw

  • 12 mA

Expected battery life under continuous use

  • Carbon: Approx. 38.0 hours
  • Alkaline: Approx. 61.5 hours
  • *These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.

Accessories

Tasty Pedals made by 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.

Just Pedal Ingredients.

Distortion — Distortion pedals take your clean guitar signal and transform it into something bigger, bolder, and full of attitude. By clipping the waveform, they add sustain, bite, and aggression, creating that thick, compressed tone that’s powered rock music for decades. From the growling crunch of classic hard rock to the tight, saturated roar of modern metal, distortion is all about energy and presence. It gives every note weight and authority, pushing your amp to its limits and beyond. There are countless flavours of distortion, each with its own texture and edge. Some sound smooth and creamy, others raw and gnarly like tearing fabric. It’s the sonic equivalent of turning up the heat until the sound cooks — rich, sizzling, and perfectly seasoned to taste. Whether used for rhythm muscle or soaring leads, a good distortion pedal doesn’t just add volume; it adds personality, grit, and that unmistakable sense of power under your fingers.. Overdrive — Like a golden layer of melted cheese — warm, gooey, and just put it all over. It adds just the right amount of richness and grit, turning a clean signal into something smooth and savoury. Designed to mimic the natural breakup of a tube amp pushed to its sweet spot, overdrive delivers the flavour of classic rock and blues in every bite. From creamy mid-gain warmth to crisp edge-of-breakup sparkle, it’s the comfort food of guitar tone — simple, satisfying, and endlessly versatile. Whether it’s a mild crunch or a full-bodied roar, overdrive is where good taste begins.. Pedal — Your pedal is like a signature dish for your sound — a flavour-packed creation that transforms the bland ingredients of your guitar into something unforgettable. Each one adds its own seasoning, texture, and heat, turning a simple meal into a feast of tone. These tasty little boxes sit in a row, like plates on a buffet, letting you mix and match flavours as you play. With one tap of your foot, you can swap sweet for spicy, subtle for smoky, and serve up something completely new. From the comfort food of warm overdrive to the fiery kick of fuzz, from smooth jazz sauce to heavy-metal spice, pedals give players a full menu of options to express their taste.  And just like with food — once you’ve tried one dish, you’ll want to sample them all. Collecting, trading, and discovering new flavours soon becomes part of the joy of being a tone-loving gourmet geek with a guitar..

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