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Analog Man Boss DS-1/Pro Distortion

$62.99 Price Tier: Budget

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The DS-1/Pro mod is the same changes as the Super mod but it pulls out the stock inline chip, and replaces it with a JRC op-amp chip. This chip really improves the tone, giving it more warmth, clarity, and headroom. It's still a DS-1: more distortion, crunchier, and more low end than a tube screamer, and after the mod it sounds awesome even with the DIST knob down all the way. It is a very useful pedal with the DIST knob down for people who don't want too much distortion, or have an amp that is already distorting. It does not have the midrange hump of a tube screamer, it actually has a scooped midrange for more of a modern sound. Most people will use them at high DIST settings, but they sound awesome at low DIST settings too. Play gently and get a clear, clean tone, play harder and the crunch and distortion comes out clear and full!

The PRO mod is only available on new style Made in Taiwan DS-1 pedals which have the power jack attached to the circuit board like the pedal on the left. The chips we use will not fit in the older Japanese or 1st issue Taiwan DS-1 pedals (on the right in the picture). The older version's chips are good sounding anyway, so they sound great with just our SUPER mod. If you have a newer DS-1, or are buying a new one from us, the PRO mod is what we recommend. We cannot mod the 2017 and newer pedals which have the power jack on the edge as on the right pedal and are usually made in Malaysia.

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Power	9V, 12V
Bypass	buffered bypass
Analog/Digital	analog

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The mids adjustment knob allows fine-tuning of sound, from stock DS-1 mids at 10 o'clock to a balanced tone with mild mid presence around 1 o'clock.
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The mid knob added in the modded DS-1 significantly enhances the pedal's liveliness and tonal flexibility.
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The DS-1 mod's boost function can add a good punch to low-mids, making it versatile for different musical applications.
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The modded DS-1 offers a more realistic tube distortion compared to the stock version, which can sound tinny and fake.
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Users report that the modded DS-1, with its adjustable mids, has a better tonal range and cuts through better than a USA Proco Rat with LM308N chip.
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The 40th anniversary modded DS-1 provides a radically different tone and feel compared to the stock version, enhancing overall performance.
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The modded DS-1 is considered hotter for single coils, while the Maxon SD-9 is preferred for humbuckers due to its different tonal qualities.
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The Analog Man Pro mod eliminates the artificial sound of the stock DS-1, enhancing its clarity and tonal range.
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MOSFET and tone mods are popular tweaks after replacing stock parts with higher quality, lower noise components for improved sound.
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Owners report that the Analog Man DS-1 can work as a boost when all controls are set to zero and the volume knob is cranked.
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Use cases and applications

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The modded pedal is versatile enough to cover a range of styles, from Led Zeppelin to 90's rock.
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User experience

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Owners mention that the Analog Man modded DS-1 reduces hiss and fizz, but some feel it retains a harshness despite improvements.
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One owner uses the DS-1 to enhance amplifier gain, resulting in less reliance on a compressor pedal for fuller sound.
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Analog Man DS-1 Pro Midrange Mod Review - Premier Guitar

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Analog Man's Boss DS-1/Pro Midrange Mod is a must-have for distortion enthusiasts seeking warmth and versatility. The modification replaces harsh high frequencies with creamy, punchy tones, thanks to high-grade parts and a new JRC opamp chip. The midrange knob adds flexibility, letting musicians dial in everything from classic tube amp sounds to modern scooped tones. Tested with various amps and guitars, it excelled across genres, providing rich sustain and eliminating unwanted high-end harshness. While perfect for distortion lovers, it also shines in subtler blues-rock settings. A worthy upgrade for any DS-1 owner.

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Carlos Arevalo

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Carlos Arevalo is pictured using the Analog Man Boss DS-1 Distortion pedal during the Levitt Pavilion Summer Music Festival, as seen in a photo on KCET.