BOSS Distortion DS-1

【Voltage Compatibility】 When using electrical appliances, please note that they are designed for Japanese voltage specifications (90-110V), so if you use them with a different voltage, it may cause a malfunction.

【Plug Type】 Our products use Japanese plug types (A or B type). Please use a conversion adapter if necessary.

【Important Note on Transformers and Adapters】 A transformer adjusts voltage to match your device’s requirements. A conversion adapter only changes the plug shape and does not adjust voltage. Using only a conversion adapter without a transformer may result in damage to the product.

【Liability】 We are not responsible for malfunctions or damages caused by improper use, such as operating the product without a transformer. The first distortion model that debuted in 1978 as Boss's first distortion model. Its sharp, deep distortion and faithful response to picking nuances have earned it overwhelming support from guitarists around the world. A distortion that works well as a gain booster for stack amps. It has been in production for a long time as the basic model of Boss Distortion, and is currently sold mainly in North America, but in response to the requests of many guitarists, we have resumed sales in Japan. The origin of distortion, the classic distortion sound