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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.

In addition to individual pedals, Boss also produces multi-effects units, loopers, tuners, and accessories designed to meet the needs of modern guitarists and musicians. Their multi-effects units, such as the GT-1000 series, offer a wide range of effects and amp modeling capabilities in a single unit, providing players with a compact and convenient solution for achieving a variety of tones.

With a legacy of innovation and a commitment to quality, Boss continues to be a trusted name in the world of guitar effects, inspiring musicians to explore new sonic possibilities and express themselves creatively.

Guitar Effect Pedal

A guitar pedal, also known as an effects pedal, is a device used by guitarists to alter the sound of their instrument in various ways. These pedals are typically small, foot-operated units that are connected in a signal chain between the guitar and the amplifier. They can modify the guitar’s tone, pitch, and dynamics by applying different effects such as distortion, reverb, delay, chorus, and more. Guitar pedals come in both analog and digital formats, and they allow musicians to create a wide range of sounds, enhancing their musical expression and creativity. They are essential tools for guitarists in genres ranging from rock and blues to jazz and electronic music.

Overdrive

Overdrive is a popular guitar effect that creates a warm, distorted sound by amplifying the signal of an electric guitar, typically using a pedal or an amp’s built-in circuit. The effect simulates the natural distortion that occurs when a tube amplifier is pushed to its limit, creating a rich, harmonic response that adds sustain, warmth, and character to the tone. Overdrive pedals are commonly used to add grit and growl to a clean tone without the harshness of full distortion.

The overdrive effect works by boosting the input signal, causing the amplifier to break up and clip the waveform, resulting in a smooth, musical distortion. This is often more subtle and less aggressive than other forms of distortion, making overdrive pedals ideal for blues, classic rock, and country players who seek a dynamic sound that responds to their playing touch. Overdrive pedals can be used in conjunction with other effects like delay and reverb to shape a more complex, evolving sound. Popular overdrive pedals include the Ibanez Tube Screamer, the Fulltone OCD, and the Boss OD-3, each offering different tonal characteristics, from smooth and bluesy to punchy and aggressive.

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BOSS SD-1 SUPER OverDrive Effects Pedal for Guitar and Bass – Mild to Moderate Tube – like Overdrive Characteristics Ideal for Clean and Driven amps. BOSS 5-Year Warranty.,Yellow

£73.00 £60.20

Since its release in 1981, the workhorse SD-1 Super Overdrive has been the core gain pedal for generations of players across every musical genre. Based around the revolutionary asymmetrical clipping circuit from the OD-1 Overdrive—one of the three original BOSS compact pedals from 1977. The SD-1 delivers rich, smooth, and highly musical overdrive tones that continue to inspire guitarists everywhere. Genre-defining BOSS overdrive sound. Unique asymmetrical clipping circuit produces tube-like overdrive characteristics. Mild-to-moderate drive tones with focused midrange and tight low end. Ideal for use with clean and slightly driven amps. Also works great for bringing tightness and definition to high-gain amp tones. Stacks well with boost, overdrive, and distortion pedals. AC adaptor not included, optional BOSS PSA adaptor recommended.

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BOSS Ds-1X Special Edition Distortion Pedal

£159.99 £147.22

The DS-1X launches the famous BOSS distortion into a new era of expression, delivering unmatched performance for guitarists seeking the ultimate tone with next-level sound, feel, and tonal response. BOSS’s innovative MDP technology and high-speed DSP deliver a superior playing experience that’s unattainable with analog distortion circuits. Powerful real-time processing adapts to your playing to provide ideal distortion tones in every register. Enjoy perfect sounds over the entire fretboard, from tight, crisp tones on the low strings to fat, singing tones on the highest notes. High-clarity distortion sound that’s never muddy or boomy, even when playing two or more notes at once. Ultra-responsive to volume changes and picking dynamics. Very low noise, even with high-gain settings. Drive, High, and Low knobs control multiple internal parameters at once, providing sophisticated sound shaping not available in typical pedals. Striking appearance with exclusive chrome knobs and control plate,… read more

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BOSS DS-1W Special Edition Waza Craft Distortion Pedal for the Ultimate Experience | Enhanced with Two Modes for More Tonal Range | Legendary Sound for Electric Guitar and All Types of Music, Orange

£138.00 £114.95

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. The DS-1 is the top-selling BOSS compact pedal ever. DS-1W is the latest version of the legendary DS-1, upgraded and hand built in Japan with Waza Craftsmanship 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. Versatile Tone knob provides wide-ranging frequency control fine-tuned for each modended range and versatility whilst retaining the look and character of the DS-1. Two modes offer increased versatility when the pedal is used as a gain booster. Premium buffer for clean and clear tone when bypassed.

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BOSS Overdrive/Distortion Guitar Pedal (Os-2),Gold

£108.00 £92.80

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

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Behringer OVERDRIVE/DISTORTION OD300 2-Mode Overdrive/Distortion Effects Pedal, Purple

£24.36 £22.99

Take off with overdrive, distortion or a combination of both effects in one powerful pedal Dedicated Level, Tone, Drive and Mode controls for awesome sound shaping Status LED for effect on/off and battery check Runs on 9 V battery or the Behringer PSU-SB DC power supply (not included) First-class electronic On/Off switch for highest signal integrity in bypass mode

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