The SD-1 Super OverDrive pedal produces the warm, natural distortion of an overdriven tube amplifier while maintaining the subtle nuances of a player's picking technique. This is one of BOSS' more subtle and smooth overdrive pedals, perfect for blues and rock.
Compact overdrive pedal with warm, smooth overdriven sounds
Unique asymmetric overdrive circuitry for a classic, natural tube amp growl
Tone control provides precise adjustment of drive sound
BOSS five-year warranty
SD-1 SUPER OverDrive
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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
Owner's manual Leaflet ("USING THE UNIT SAFELY," "IMPORTANT NOTES," and "Information") Carbon-zinc battery (9 V, 6F22)
Options (sold separately)
AC adaptor: PSA series
Size and Weight
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
* 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms
*The specifications are subject to change without notice.