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BOSS - DS-1W

Description

Special edition Waza Craft pedal for the ultimate BOSS tone experience.

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-analog circuit for expanded range and versatility.

Two Modes, More Tonal Range
With its two modes and discrete all-analog 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.

Features
* 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

Specs
-Nominal Input Level: -20 dBu
-Input Impedance: 1 M ohms
-Nominal Output Level: -20 dBu
-Output Impedance: 1 k ohms

-Recommended Load Impedance: 10 k ohms or greater

-Bypass: Buffered bypass

-Controls:
Pedal switch
Mode switch
DIST knob
LEVEL knob
TONE knob

-Indicator: CHECK indicator (Serves also as battery check indicator)

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

-Power Supply:
Alkaline battery (9 V, 6LR61 or 6LF22) or Carbon-zinc battery (9 V, 6F22)
AC adaptor (PSA series: sold separately)

-Current Draw: 15 mA

-Expected battery life under continuous use (These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.)
Alkaline: Approx. 50 hours
Carbon: Approx. 25 hours

-Dimensions (W x D x H): 73 x 129 x 59 mm | 2-7/8 x 5-1/8 x 2-3/8 inches

-Weight (including battery): 430 g | 1 lb

- Accessories
Leaflet ("USING THE UNIT SAFELY," "IMPORTANT NOTES," and "Information")
Alkaline battery (9 V, 6LR61 or 6LF22)

-Options (sold separately)
AC adaptor: PSA series

* 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms