BOSS DS-1 Distortion Pedal Instructions

About this manual

The BOSS DS-1 is a distortion control unit that simultaneously manages sustain time and tone. It features three main knobs: Distortion (controls sustain time and distortion depth), Tone (adjusts highs for crispness or lows for softness), and Level (compensates for volume differences between Normal and Effect modes). The unit includes a Normal/Effect changeover switch and a battery check lamp.

What's inside

• NAME AND FUNCTIONS
• BEFORE USING DS-1
• CONNECTING DS-1
• OPERATING DS-1
• CAUTIONS FOR REPLACING AND HANDLING BATTERY
• SPECIFICATIONS

Specifications

Frequently asked questions

What battery does the DS-1 require?

The unit requires one 9-volt battery.

How do I check if the battery is working?

Tread the pedal; if the check lamp lights, the battery is live.

What happens if the AC adaptor cord comes out during performance?

Operation immediately changes to battery power, causing no trouble in continued performance.