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BOSS SD-1 Super OverDrive

SD-1

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Available at Music Forte

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A compact overdrive pedal with asymmetric clipping and Level, Tone, and Drive controls. Use it for responsive overdrive or to push an amplifier, adjusting gain and output to suit the rest of the signal chain.

Product details

Brand
BOSS
Model
SD-1
Condition
New
Nominal Input Level
-20 dBu
Input Impedance
1 M ohm
Nominal Output Level
-20 dBu
Output Impedance
1 k ohm
Recommended Load Impedance
10 k ohms or greater
Bypass
Buffered bypass
Controls
DRIVE knob TONE knob LEVEL knob Pedal switch
Indicator
CHECK indicator (Used for indication of check battery)
Connectors
INPUT jack: 1/4-inch phone type OUTPUT jack: 1/4-inch phone type DC IN jack
Power Supply
Carbon-zinc battery (9 V, 6F22) or Alkaline battery (9 V, 6LR61) AC adaptor (PSA series: sold separately)
Current Draw
10 mA
Expected battery life under continuous use
Carbon: Approx. 60 hours Alkaline: Approx. 90 hours *These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.
Accessories
Leaflet ("USING THE UNIT SAFELY," "IMPORTANT NOTES," and "Information") Carbon-zinc battery (9 V, 6F22)
Options (sold separately)
AC adaptor: PSA series
Width
73 mm 2-7/8 inches
Depth
129 mm 5-1/8 inches
Height
59 mm 2-3/8 inches
Weight (including battery)
360 g 13 oz

Specifications describe the manufacturer’s standard model. Optional accessories are sold separately; confirm the included items with Music Forte.

Official BOSS product information

[English] SD-1 Owner's Manual [PDF]