Description
Experience the iconic distortion tone that shaped rock history with the BOSS DS-1W Waza Craft pedal. A modern tribute to the legendary DS-1 first launched in 1978, this special edition offers a discrete all-analogue circuit and two distinct modes for expanded sonic possibilities. Whether you seek the classic hard-edged attack or a richer, more dynamic distortion, the DS-1W provides outstanding tone control and professional-grade performance in a compact design.
Main Features
- Special edition Waza Craft pedal delivering authentic, high-quality BOSS distortion
- Newly redesigned two-stage gain circuit with discrete analogue components for superior tone
- Standard mode recreates the original DS-1’s legendary distortion sound
- Custom mode produces thicker, mid-focused distortion with enhanced dynamics and touch response
- Versatile Tone knob precisely sculpts frequency response tailored to each mode
- Dual modes enable greater versatility as a distortion or a gain booster
- Buffered bypass preserves signal clarity when the pedal is disengaged
- Backed by the trusted BOSS five-year warranty
Timeless Distortion, Modern Precision
Since its debut, the DS-1 defined high-gain distortion with a bold, harmonically rich attack and smooth sustain. It remains a staple for guitarists across hard rock, metal, alternative, and fusion genres worldwide. The DS-1W elevates this classic sound, offering musicians both the revered original tone and an exciting new voice with its Custom mode.
Classic and Custom Modes for Maximum Flexibility
- Standard Mode: Faithfully replicates the original DS-1’s crisp, aggressive distortion with a two-stage gain circuit that maintains clarity and punch. The Tone control simultaneously shapes highs and lows for precise sound tailoring, making it perfect for rhythm, lead, and boost applications.
- Custom Mode: Delivers a fatter, mid-centric distortion with increased output level (+6 dB) and enhanced input sensitivity. This mode adds warmth and presence while responding dynamically to your playing style and guitar controls, ideal for cutting through dense mixes.
Specifications
- Nominal Input Level: -20 dBu
- Input Impedance: 1 MΩ
- Nominal Output Level: -20 dBu
- Output Impedance: 1 kΩ
- Recommended Load Impedance: 10 kΩ or higher
- Bypass Type: Buffered bypass
- Controls: Pedal switch, Mode switch, Distortion (DIST) knob, Level knob, Tone knob
- Indicator: CHECK indicator (also shows battery status)
- Connectors: ¼-inch input and output jacks, DC IN jack
- Power Supply: 9 V alkaline or carbon-zinc battery, or PSA series AC adaptor (sold separately)
- Current Draw: 15 mA
- Battery Life: Approx. 50 hours (alkaline), 25 hours (carbon-zinc) continuous use
- Dimensions: W 73 mm × D 129 mm × H 59 mm (2.9 × 5.1 × 2.3 inches)
- Weight: 430 g (1 lb)
Frequently Asked Questions
➤ What differences should I expect between Standard and Custom modes?
Standard mode gives you the classic DS-1 distortion with tight, sharp attack and smooth sustain. Custom mode offers a thicker, mid-focused tone with increased output and touch sensitivity, ideal for a richer and more dynamic sound.
➤ Can the DS-1W be used to boost other pedals or amplifiers?
Yes, both Standard and Custom modes function well as gain boosters. Custom mode provides a higher output level for driving amps and other effects more aggressively.
➤ Is the pedal powered only by battery?
The DS-1W can be powered by a 9 V alkaline or carbon-zinc battery, or via a BOSS PSA series AC adaptor (sold separately).
➤ Does the pedal use true bypass switching?
No, the DS-1W features a premium buffered bypass to maintain signal integrity when the effect is disengaged.
➤ What warranty does the DS-1W come with?
The pedal includes a comprehensive five-year warranty from BOSS for complete peace of mind.
Delivery
This product is in stock and ready to ship
This item is normally sent to Mainland UK addresses by DPD who generally provide a one-hour window of delivery on the morning of delivery by email or text message. **
Mainland UK: ** from £4.99 within mainland UK ( Orders over £199 are delivered FREE )
UK Non-Mainland: from £12.99
Rep. of Ireland and Mainland Europe: from £35 (calculated at checkout).
Order this item before 2pm we will despatch it on the same day
Warranty Information
Boss Warranty Information: 5 Years for pedals. 2 years for all other Boss products from 1st May 2021
1st May 2021. The following changes will bring consistency to all sales territories as currently there are local variances.
New Warranty Policy:
• Minimum “Standard” manufacturer’s warranty will now be 2-years (increase from 1-year standard, down from 3-years extended)
• Additional years will be dependent on a product category:
◦ 5-years Boss Compacts
◦ 10-years for HP/LX/GP/DP/KF Pianos
◦ Lifetime Cable Warranty for specific cables (details will be on the product box)
• The customer no longer needs to register the product, however, a new Roland Account system/campaign will launch later this month
• The new customer accounts will very clearly show what Roland/Boss products the customer owns but also pull through any relevant information or services available to the customer in support of their product(s)
◦ Free Technical Support
◦ Firmware Updates
◦ Tutorial Video
◦ Supported Apps
◦ Owner’s Manuals/References
Please note this information is provided for guidance only as manufacturer warranties may be updated from time to time. For full please visit the manufacturer's website here.
3 years warranty for VIP members
