--- product_id: 2534472 title: "DS-1 Distortion Compact Distortion Pedal" brand: "boss" price: "RM597" currency: MYR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Boss" url: https://www.desertcart.com.my/products/2534472-ds-1-distortion-compact-distortion-pedal store_origin: MY region: Malaysia --- # Hard-edged attack clarity Low 20mA power draw Wide tone control range DS-1 Distortion Compact Distortion Pedal **Brand:** boss **Price:** RM597 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎸 Own the stage with the distortion that defined generations. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** DS-1 Distortion Compact Distortion Pedal by boss - **How much does it cost?** RM597 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.my](https://www.desertcart.com.my/products/2534472-ds-1-distortion-compact-distortion-pedal) ## Best For - boss enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted boss brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Built to Gig & Last:** Compact, USB powered, and backed by BOSS’s 5-year warranty—reliable performance for the relentless professional. - • **Dynamic Gain Control:** From subtle overdrive to full-on distortion, maintain note clarity even at max settings—cut through any mix effortlessly. - • **Precision Tone Shaping:** Unique tone knob lets you sculpt everything from gritty crunch to smooth sustain without losing your guitar’s character. - • **Iconic Distortion Legacy:** Since 1978, the DS-1 has defined rock’s boldest tones, trusted by legends and rising stars alike. - • **Versatile Volume Response:** Dial down your guitar’s volume to clean up your tone instantly, no muddiness, just pure sonic control. ## Overview The BOSS DS-1 Distortion Pedal is a legendary analog effects processor delivering hard-edged attack and smooth sustain with a versatile tone control. Trusted by guitarists since 1978, it offers dynamic gain settings that preserve note clarity, responds cleanly to volume adjustments, and runs efficiently on 9V power with a low 20mA draw. Compact and durable, it’s backed by a 5-year warranty, making it the go-to distortion pedal for professionals seeking classic rock tone and modern reliability. ## Description Introduced in 1978, BOSS’s first distortion pedal defined a bold new sound, delivering hard-edged attack and smooth sustain that’s been a staple of players for generations. The DS-1 is the top-selling BOSS compact pedal ever, and its original, unchanged design continues to inspire the creation of great music everywhere. The classic DS-1 tone is behind the signature sounds of numerous rock legends, and is ready to fuel your own signature sound today. Review: Does what it's supposed to do very well - Guitarists have become a bunch of cork-sniffers. There are so many players more concerned with the name on the headstock of their guitar and their amp and the endless "boutique" pedals in their collections that many seem unable or unwilling to give a listen to "stock" gear, or anything that doesn't cost an arm and a leg. The fact is that if you're a gigging musician, and I am, you come to realize that all those subtle, detailed nuances of tone that so many want to obsess over get lost in the band mix, and in the poor acoustics of wherever you're playing. Yes, we want to sound good to ourselves because that's inspiring, but frankly, I don't need $200+ dollar distortion/OD pedals to be inspired. I haven't owned a DS-1 in a long time, but recently got one because I was looking for a distortion pedal on a budget. Frankly, I'd forgotten how musical this pedal is. With the distortion set to minimum (it never gets clean) it's a good, moderate-gain overdrive that still lets your guitar's basic tone get through. I play a strat & and jazzmaster - those guitars still sound like themselves with this thing. With the gain at halfway you get great AD/DC crunch. And even with the gain maxed out you still get excellent note definition on chords. What more could you want? Sure, it's "old school" rock distortion. The usual "may not appeal to metalheads" caveat applies, maybe. Combine this with an eq and you could scoop the mids as much as you want. I also have a Barber LTD (great, relatively cheap "boutique" moderate gain OD that doesn't break the bank) and a Visual Sound Route 66, which is a tubescreamer clone (with much more gain) and a compressor in one pedal. Both the LTD & Rt 66 have the usual TS9 midrange hump, though much less pronounced on the LTD. What's refreshing about the DS-1 is that the strong mids are there, but the overall tone is not in the same realm as a tubescreamer, so it can sit well on a pedalboard and bring a different flavor to the party. The tone on the DS-1 can get very bright, but as I indicated I play with single coils, and I have no problem finding sweet spots on the tone knob - I generally run it around 9-10:00. Overall this pedal is a steal - look around and find a used one for a good price. I'd considered a modtone Speedbox, but decided to go with the generally bulletproof Boss instead, for basically the same price. I couldn't be happier. Review: Quick ship & packaged well. - Great Boss DS-1 Distortion Pedal. This is one piece. You must buy other accessories if you choose to. It sounds good & was bought for our grandson. ## Features - Legendary distortion used by guitarists everywhere Since 1978 - BOSS’s first distortion pedal defined a bold new sound, delivering hard-edged attack and smooth sustain that’s been a staple of players for generations. - Hard-edged attack remains clear even at maximum distortion settings, ideal for heavy rhythms and cutting solos - Works great as a booster at low distortion settings - Unique tone control offers a wide range of sound Shaping - Doesn’t mask the unique sound characteristics of different guitars, pickups, and styles. - Turning down the guitar’s volume cleans up the tone without introducing muddiness. - BOSS five-year warranty. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0002KYY14 | | Amperage | 20 milliamps | | Audio Output Effects | Distortion | | Best Sellers Rank | #1,784 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #3 in Guitar Distortion & Overdrive Effects | | Brand | BOSS | | Brand Name | BOSS | | Controls Type | Knob | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 4,409 Reviews | | Hardware Interface | USB | | Item Dimensions | 4 x 6 x 3 inches | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 5.5"L x 3"W x 8.75"H | | Item Type Name | Distortion Guitar Pedal | | Item Weight | 0.57 g | | Manufacturer | BOSS | | Manufacturer Part Number | DS-1 | | Model Name | DS-1 | | Model Number | DS-1 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Power Source | USB Powered | | Product Dimensions | 5.5"L x 3"W x 8.75"H | | Signal Format | Analog | | Style | Basic | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Voltage | 9 volts | | Warranty Description | Boss five-year warranty. | ## Product Details - **Brand:** BOSS - **Item Weight:** 0.57 Grams - **Product Dimensions:** 5.5"L x 3"W x 8.75"H - **Style:** Basic - **Voltage:** 9 Volts ## Images ![DS-1 Distortion Compact Distortion Pedal - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71WAFbpOI-L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Pattern Name, Size, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Weird question time: I'm about 135lbs, and a bit over-enthusiastic. If I jump about 2 feet in the air and land on this pedal, will it survive?** A: Dude, even if you weighed 531 lbs and did that - I don't think you're hurting a Boss. Maybe don't land on the knobs in that case though eh? **Q: some reviews say this ships with no power adapter. is this true? you have to find one and buy it separately?** A: Not really that hard. Just search here for guitar pedal power supplies. 9V 2.1x5.5mm, center negative. Or buy a bunch of 9v batteries **Q: Im new to pedals and would like to know if this comes by itself, if it does what cables do i need?** A: You'll just need one guitar cable from your guitar to the pedal, and a second guitar cable from the pedal to your amp. The pedal runs on a 9v battery, which is included. **Q: Where is this pedal made?** A: Taiwan. It hasn't affected the quality of the pedal, or of the sound in any way. Still the best $50 distortion pedal. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Does what it's supposed to do very well *by A***F on February 25, 2011* Guitarists have become a bunch of cork-sniffers. There are so many players more concerned with the name on the headstock of their guitar and their amp and the endless "boutique" pedals in their collections that many seem unable or unwilling to give a listen to "stock" gear, or anything that doesn't cost an arm and a leg. The fact is that if you're a gigging musician, and I am, you come to realize that all those subtle, detailed nuances of tone that so many want to obsess over get lost in the band mix, and in the poor acoustics of wherever you're playing. Yes, we want to sound good to ourselves because that's inspiring, but frankly, I don't need $200+ dollar distortion/OD pedals to be inspired. I haven't owned a DS-1 in a long time, but recently got one because I was looking for a distortion pedal on a budget. Frankly, I'd forgotten how musical this pedal is. With the distortion set to minimum (it never gets clean) it's a good, moderate-gain overdrive that still lets your guitar's basic tone get through. I play a strat & and jazzmaster - those guitars still sound like themselves with this thing. With the gain at halfway you get great AD/DC crunch. And even with the gain maxed out you still get excellent note definition on chords. What more could you want? Sure, it's "old school" rock distortion. The usual "may not appeal to metalheads" caveat applies, maybe. Combine this with an eq and you could scoop the mids as much as you want. I also have a Barber LTD (great, relatively cheap "boutique" moderate gain OD that doesn't break the bank) and a Visual Sound Route 66, which is a tubescreamer clone (with much more gain) and a compressor in one pedal. Both the LTD & Rt 66 have the usual TS9 midrange hump, though much less pronounced on the LTD. What's refreshing about the DS-1 is that the strong mids are there, but the overall tone is not in the same realm as a tubescreamer, so it can sit well on a pedalboard and bring a different flavor to the party. The tone on the DS-1 can get very bright, but as I indicated I play with single coils, and I have no problem finding sweet spots on the tone knob - I generally run it around 9-10:00. Overall this pedal is a steal - look around and find a used one for a good price. I'd considered a modtone Speedbox, but decided to go with the generally bulletproof Boss instead, for basically the same price. I couldn't be happier. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quick ship & packaged well. *by G***Z on June 6, 2026* Great Boss DS-1 Distortion Pedal. This is one piece. You must buy other accessories if you choose to. It sounds good & was bought for our grandson. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sharp character - 5 Gold Stars *by R***S on January 2, 2022* This pedal is great. I used it on my Gibson LP 100 and Roland drum machine and man... It sounds like a dream. There's definitely a lot to work with here. I don't know what these other people mean by saying "mid-high or high-gain is only achievable with this". I tested the pedal myself and adjusted the tone of it to produce lower frequencies and it sounded thick. I wouldn't ever use this for low, low sounds but, that's not to say that someone wouldn't. If you're receiving a brighter sound out of it and want it to be lower, it's likely that you are playing an instrument that's already producing a bright sound. I can't hit my cymbal on my drum machine and complain about the lack of bass through the distorted sound because there no low end frequencies to work with in the first place. There is a meal on a silver platter, and you hold the power to possess this meal. But you have to inquire about it. This pedal is your waiter, menu and utensils that can help you indulge in it. But in all seriousness. I have spent so many hours on specifically distorting my sounds through digital pre-sets and such. They've sounded great afterwards, but that's not the point... No the point is, is that this device right here: 1) Cuts the distortion editing process time in half. 2) Saves up RAM + Helps avoid potential latency issues in your DAW (if you're like me and use a shitload of presets) which in turn, creates more efficient, easier work flow. 3) Creates an effortlessly attractive flare to your sound. If you have the money get it. If you don't, go on eBay or to guitar center and spend 25$ for a used one...These things are very indestructible. Hope this helps. ## Frequently Bought Together - Boss DS-1 Distortion Pedal - Boss SD-1 Super Overdrive Pedal - MXR Patch Cable 6 in|15 cm - 3 Pack (3PDCP06) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.my/products/2534472-ds-1-distortion-compact-distortion-pedal](https://www.desertcart.com.my/products/2534472-ds-1-distortion-compact-distortion-pedal) --- *Product available on Desertcart Malaysia* *Store origin: MY* *Last updated: 2026-08-26*