Gear / Pedal

Boss DS-1 Distortion

On 2 sourced rigs at ToneLineage.

Who uses it

Kurt CobainBleach / 1989 tour 1988–1989
'A little orange Boss DS-1 distortion pedal' on the Bleach sessions and 1989 tour. Guitar World: Kurt Cobain's guitars, amps & pedals, the definitive guide (Aug 1997 feature) ↗
Prince'Let's Go Crazy' (Purple Rain) 1984
His distorted tone. Guitar World: The secrets behind Prince's tone on Let's Go Crazy (May 2020) ↗

Affordable clones & alternatives

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Boss DS-1 Distortion Pedal~$68 new approx.

Budget clone: Boss DS-1W (Waza Craft)
Boutique clone: JHS Angry Charlie / Keeley-modded DS-1

Suggested alternative Clones are editorial suggestions, not claims about what any artist uses.

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