Find boss in musical instruments musical instruments for sale in edmonton both is working. Nothing says underdog like the boss ds1, but with a little help from fromel electronics, you can transform you ds1 into a snarling beast. Forging the future innovation for creative inspiration boss forges into 2008 with an aweinspiring lineup of effects, digital studios, and accessories. The ds 1 can get a lot more distortion than a tube screamer type pedal like the yellow boss sd 1 and make a fender amp sound like a marshall after our mods very full, deep, and rich.
So you have a ds1 that you got for free in a craigslist trade, or real cheap as your first pedal. The boss sd 1 super overdrive is a pedal with a simple design, using only one dual operational amplifier upc4558c and 6 transistors, with an asymmetric overdrive circuitry for a classic, natural tube amp growl. The boss ds1 distortion pedal is an indisputable classic. The boss ds 1 is a distortion pedal for guitar, manufactured by the roland corporation under the brand name boss since 1978. Aug 26, 2010 the boss ds 1 distortion pedal has been melting faces since 1978, giving up chunky distortion tones that wont break the bank of the working guitarist. In order to modify this distortion pedal you need to gain access to the circuit board. Boss sd1 super overdrive 1150 baht 20150505 rock service monster distortion z box manual 2600 baht boss ce5 service notes, schematic boss sd1 schematic boss sd1 mods boss sd1 manual boss ds1 schematic. For some reason boss does not stick to a standard layout for controls across models, but the ds1 is easy to use once you know what all the knobs do. The boss sd1 super overdrive is a pedal with a simple design, using only one dual operational amplifier upc4558c and 6 transistors, with an asymmetric overdrive circuitry for a classic, natural tube amp growl. Before the ds1, most distortion pedals produced harsh, buzzy tones and muddy sound at high gain settings. Prices for the original od1 with the raytheon rc3403ad chip have gone through the roof. The classic ds1 distortion pedal provides a harder distortion effect for guitar and keyboard sounds.
The boss ds1 is a very affordable pedal but i got the diy ds1 fever, and im searching a verified layout of the original schematic, i can change the values and mod it later, but the schematic has to be the real one. Before the ds 1, most distortion pedals produced harsh, buzzy tones and muddy sound at high gain settings. For many of us, it was our very first effect pedal. So you have a ds 1 that you got for free in a craigslist trade, or real cheap as your first pedal. During its life, the boss ds1 distortion has had two schematic revisions due to components availability. Ds1, boss metal zone, boss oc2 octaver, boss od1, boss sd1, celestion, ease of use. The circuit is a buffered bypass circuit with electronic switching, as are all boss pedals. Jun 22, 20 the boss ds 1 distortion pedal is an indisputable classic. Instead of toneless, fuzzy distortion, the ds1 faithfully reproduces all the subtle nuances. Keeley ds1 ultra mod much more tone thanks for your purchase.
The boss ds1 has a very heavy metal timbre to start with. The ds1 can get a lot more distortion than a tube screamer type pedal like the yellow boss sd1 and make a fender amp sound like a marshall after our mods very full, deep, and rich. Feb 17, 20 the ds 1 with the right tube amp, i find an open ended class a something like a champ or champ clone, sound just amazing. For example, the stock clipping diode configuration for the ds1 are two symmetrical 1n4148 diodes. Compared to the legendary overdrive pedals from boss, it provides considerably rougher and more aggressive distortion, which is clearly oriented towards the stack sound of british amps and further away from the rather toneless fuzz sound of older distortions. Boss ds1 distortion modifications fromel electronics. To open downloaded files you need acrobat reader or similar pdf reader program.
I am sure you will be very pleased with the tone of your new dsultra distortion pedal. These circuit changes gave the amp more gain so that it broke into overdrive vox satchurator distortion pedal which is based on his old modded boss ds1. A few weeks ago i bought a keeley ds1 and i love it. Instead of toneless, fuzzy distortion, the ds 1 faithfully reproduces all the subtle nuances. The circuit comes in through r1, a 1k resistor, and then travels through c1, a. It doesnt have that thick, warm distortion sound after the mod. Distortion pedal the boss ds 1 is already a classic among distortion pedals. The ds2, turbo distortion was released in 1987, and is very similar to the ds1 except that it features a turbo. A nice thing would be to have the original schemtic so to see what corresponds to what on the tonepad schem and build the ultimate ds1 from scratch,all the mods etc. The ds1 tends to be a bit on the shrill side of the sound spectrum, even with the tone control turned to 12 oclock. All in all, the boss ds 1 distortion is an inexpensive pedal that can rival many of the best boutique pedals simply by changing the circuitry a little. A few weeks ago i bought a keeley ds 1 and i love it. The boss ds 1 is already a classic among distortion pedals. Boss ds1 manuals manuals and user guides for boss ds 1.
I built one with the tonepad layout using a 4558 and it sounded a lot fuller than the original just like that. I am sure you will be very pleased with the tone of your new ds ultra distortion pedal. Visit us online for more information or to download service manuals today. A common clipping mod done to the ds1 to get more of a. The byoc yellow overdrive is an exact clone of the very first version boss od1. Please click on a link to download the respective mp3 file and play it on your computer. During its life, the boss ds 1 distortion has had two schematic revisions due to components availability. Boss diagrams, schematics and service manuals download for free. In 1978, boss engineers changed all that by developing a unique distortion circuit for the ds1 that produces tight, hardedged gain with rich harmonics while. This schematic includes all of the components from the original ds1 board, including. It took me just a few minutes to glance over the pdf manual to get. Stage one of this mod involves changing the clipping diodes, which are responsible for all of the distortion characteristics of the pedal.
The first distortion effects unit made by boss, it has become a classic effect, used by many notable guitar players. This is the 1 pages manual for boss ds 2 turbo distortion schematic. The boss ds1 is a distortion pedal for guitar, manufactured by the roland corporation under. I would recommend it over the stock ds 1 any day if youre not competent at doing your own mods. Boss ds1 distortion instructions manual pdf download. In 1978, boss engineers changed all that by developing a unique distortion circuit for the ds 1 that produces tight, hardedged gain with rich harmonics while retaining the unique characteristics of different guitars and playing techniques. The many modifications take it to a full metal jacket sound. Ds 1 s have a first gain stage that is permanently set to flat out. Boss sd 1 super overdrive pedal schematic diagram the boss sd 1 super overdrive is a pedal with a simple design, using only one dual operational amplifier upc4558c and 6 transistors, with an asymmetric overdrive circuitry for a classic, natural tube amp growl. Every guitarist at some point has at least tried bosss ds 1 distortion pedal. These ds 1 mods are designed to turn a widely available, affordable, and reliable pedal that sounds bad in most contexts into a jackofalltrades box of dirty boost, drive, and allout distortion. Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled.
Guitar effects pedals guitar pedals boss pedals diy guitar pedal electronic schematics circuit diagram pedalboard diy electronics arduino. View and download boss distortion ds1 service notes online. I had to turn the tone to about 10 oclock to work out some of the harsh treble. Ive recently watched a few distortion face offs on youtube and i really love the sound of the vox satchurator. Okay, so the boss description of the sound quality isnt quite as accurate as it is for the sd1. Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of boss ds1 distortion. Boss sd1 super overdrive guitar pedal schematic diagram. Boss ds1 distortion guitar effects pedal get ready to rock the center stage with the sleek stompbox from boss, the ds1 distortion 40th anniversary special edition. A tone knob that adjusts the eq settings of the guitar, a distortion knob that adjusts the amount of gain or saturation of the distortion, and a level knob that adjusts.
The boss ds1 distortion pedal has been melting faces since 1978, giving up chunky distortion tones that wont break the bank of the working guitarist. These ds1 mods are designed to turn a widely available, affordable, and reliable pedal that sounds bad in most contexts into a jackofalltrades box of dirty boost, drive, and allout distortion. The ds 1 super mod takes the orange ds 1 distortion pedal, and gives it a professional makeover. Every guitarist at some point has at least tried bosss ds1 distortion pedal. I noticed that somebody got several problems with this layout. It was part of bosss second release of compact guitar pedals, after the od1 overdrive, sp1 spectrum and ph1 phaser which first hit shelves in 1977.
After the mods your pedal will have thick, rich distortion and gain to spare. In 1978, boss engineers changed all that by developing a unique distortion circuit for the ds1 that produces tight, hardedged gain with rich harmonics while retaining the unique characteristics of different guitars and playing techniques. Boss turbodistortionds2 service manual download, schematics. Tube screamer original, tube screamer true bypass, big muff pi version 3. Boss ds 1 distortion guitar effects pedal get ready to rock the center stage with the sleek stompbox from boss, the ds 1 distortion 40th anniversary special edition. The other pedals in this second release include the cs1 compressor, ge6 graphic. A nice thing would be to have the original schemtic so to see what corresponds to what on the tonepad schem and build the ultimate ds 1 from scratch,all the mods etc. It generates the warm distortion of an overdriven tube amplifier while maintaining the subtle nuances of a guitar players picking technique. While this may seem difficult, technical and out of reach, it really is very simple if you know what to change and where to change it. Service manuals, schematics, eproms for electrical technicians. I was going to get rid of my ds 1 for the fist 20 bucks that came my way, then i clipped out some stuff on the insides, in the d4 and d5 position on the cicuit map, and it became so tube like, and squishy, im very very happy i still have it, paired up with my boutique hand. Compared to the legendary overdrive pedals from boss, it provides considerably.
I would recommend it over the stock ds1 any day if. The ds 1 tends to be a bit on the shrill side of the sound spectrum, even with the tone control turned to 12 oclock. For some reason boss does not stick to a standard layout for controls across models, but the ds 1 is easy to use once you know what all the knobs do. Every component changed or added is of the highest quality. The classic ds 1 distortion pedal provides a harder distortion effect for guitar and keyboard sounds. All components in the schematic below are labeled with the same labels as the commerciallyproduced product, so if you find new ds1 mods on the internet that reference component numbers on the commerciallyproduced ds1, they will be. The classic orange ds1 distortion has been in continuous production since 1978. I did buy a boss ds 1 a few years back and hated it. All components in the schematic below are labeled with the same labels as the commerciallyproduced product, so if you find new ds 1 mods on the internet that reference component numbers on the commerciallyproduced ds 1, they will be. The ds 2, turbo distortion was released in 1987, and is very. The stock ds 1 uses a pair of 1n914 silicon diodes. Take a look at the picture of the complete pedal on page 6. With our mod, the ds1 is surprisingly warm, with great bass response and a. I did buy a boss ds1 a few years back and hated it.
The boss ds 1 has a very heavy metal timbre to start with. View and download boss ds1 distortion instructions manual online. Aug 25, 2016 the boss ds 1 distortion pedal is an icon in the guitar playing world. So one of the diode spaces in each series set is jumpered. Build your own clone orange distortion kit instructions. The boss ds 1 is probably one of the most popular distortion pedals on the market and is a very basic pedal with very few bells and whistles. This compact pedal features stylish black enclosure with gold lettering, goldcapped knobs, and a vintage silver thumbscrew for the battery compartment. Keeley ds 1 ultra mod much more tone thanks for your purchase. The first distortion effects unit made by boss, it has become a classic effect, used by many notable guitar players boss released a successor, the ds2. It is housed in a standard boss compact chassis and features basic controls. Into a mid scooped amp the amp will highlight the scooped nature of the pedal. Thats why even a low gain they sound pretty cranked.
The boss ds1 is a distortion pedal for guitar, manufactured by the roland corporation under the brand name boss since 1978. Into a midrangey british amp the japanese ds 1 s are killer. Free boss diagrams, schematics, service manuals schematics. This compact pedal features stylish black enclosure with gold lettering, goldcapped knobs, and a. The boss ds1 is probably one of the most popular distortion pedals on the market and is a very basic pedal with very few bells and whistles. Okay, so the boss description of the sound quality isnt quite as accurate as it is for the sd 1. Oct 22, 2014 the boss ds 1 is a very affordable pedal but i got the diy ds 1 fever, and im searching a verified layout of the original schematic, i can change the values and mod it later, but the schematic has to be the real one. We have 2 boss ds1 manuals available for free pdf download. The ds1super mod takes the orange ds1 distortion pedal, and gives it a professional makeover.
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