BOSS DS-1 Distortion Compact Distortion Pedal

The BOSS DS-1 is a compact analog distortion pedal listed with a battery-powered configuration. BOSS describes its sound as hard-edged with smooth sustain, and the control range is intended to cover distortion and lower-gain boost use.

At a glance

Manufacturer-described tone control offers a wide range of shaping, while the pedal is also described as usable as a booster at low distortion settings.
BOSS says the attack remains clear at maximum distortion and that guitar-volume adjustments clean up the tone without muddiness.
Listed with an analog signal format and knob controls.

Price

$54.99Save 21%

Reference price: ~~$69.99~~

Price checked: Nov 11, 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

One pedal is described as covering both distortion and lower-distortion boost use.
The stated clear attack and smooth sustain may suit buyers looking for defined heavy rhythms or cutting solos.
Customer feedback describes a broad range of tones, including classic rock and punk styles.

Technical specifications

11 specifications

Identity
Brand	BOSS
Model	DS-1
Signal format	Analog
Effect	Distortion

Controls and sound
Controls	Knob
Sound profile	Hard-edged attack and smooth sustain

Power
Power configuration	Battery Powered
Voltage	9 volts
Amperage	20 milliamps

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	4 x 6 x 3 inches
Weight listed	0.57 g

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing gives two different dimension values: 5.5"L x 3"W x 8.75"H and 4 x 6 x 3 inches, the listed weight is 0.57 g. Confirm the physical dimensions and weight before relying on them for a pedalboard fit or transport planning. The listing also says battery powered and gives 9 volts and 20 milliamps, but does not specify battery life or whether a power adapter is included. A customer-summary mention of two distortion modes is not confirmed by the technical details.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Guitarists seeking an analog distortion pedal with knob-based tone shaping.
Players who want a distortion sound and a lower-distortion boost option in one pedal.

Less suited to

Buyers who need confirmed physical dimensions or weight before fitting a tightly spaced pedalboard, without first verifying the conflicting listing details.

BOSS DS-1 Distortion Compact Distortion Pedal · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.6 / 5 · 4,448 ratings

5 stars80%80%
4 stars12%12%
3 stars5%5%
2 stars1%1%
1 star2%2%

Customer feedback is strongly positive overall: the listing reports 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,448 global ratings, and the supplied summary highlights sound quality, a range of rock and punk tones, functionality and versatility. Those impressions align with BOSS’s stated tone shaping and low-distortion boost use, but ratings alone do not establish a particular sound or performance result for every guitar and setup. The supplied feedback summary does not identify specific concerns.

Positive themes

The supplied customer summary praises the pedal’s sound quality and range of tones.
Customers are described as appreciating its functionality and versatility.