Boss SD-1

Name: SD-1
Brand: Boss
SKU: 20560
Price: 75.00 EUR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.79 (58 reviews)

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Essential Information About the BOSS SD-1 Super Overdrive Pedal
• The iconic BOSS overdrive tone: from smooth crunch to moderate drive, always musical.
• Asymmetric clipping inspired by the OD-1's DNA, with a "tube amp" feel and rich harmonics.
• Emphasized mids, tightened lows: ideal for cutting through the mix and gaining precision.
• Excellent as a boost in front of a high-gain amp or another distortion for more definition and presence.

SD-1

75,00 €VAT incl.

0,90 € Ecotax included

Reference price

From the OD-1 (1977) to the SD-1 (1981): the compact overdrive that made history

The SD-1 Super Overdrive is a direct descendant of BOSS's first compact pedals. It adopts the asymmetric clipping principle popularized by the OD-1, then expands it with a more versatile approach, notably through an active tone control allowing finer adjustment of the treble balance and the guitar's place in the mix. The result: a timeless classic, still highly relevant on modern pedalboards.

For which guitarists and styles?

The BOSS SD-1 is aimed both at beginners looking for a simple and inspiring first overdrive, and at experienced musicians seeking an effective and reliable boost. It excels in blues, rock, pop, country, and classic rock, and becomes formidable in modern rock or metal when placed before an already saturated amp. In studio or live settings, it helps the guitar remain clear, especially in band contexts.

Technical specifications

Effects	Overdrive	Type	sector
Format	Pedal	Use	electric guitar
EQ	Tone	Color	Yellow

Questions frequently asked

What sound does the SD-1's asymmetric clipping produce?

Thanks to asymmetric clipping, the saturation has a singing character with focused mids. The bass remains tight, which limits muddiness when using humbucker pickups.

Boss SD-1 9V power: which adapter should be used?

A 9 V DC adapter with center-negative polarity is required, with a consumption of about 4 mA.

Is the SD-1 suitable for boosting a saturated rock or metal amp?

Placed before an already overdriven channel, this pedal can tighten the low end and enhance attack. The Level control allows pushing the amp's input stage. Drive, Tone, and Level settings adjust gain, brightness, and output level.