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Boss SD-1 Super Overdrive Pedal
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Brand | BOSS |
Style | Standard |
Color | Yellow |
Product Dimensions | 3.8"L x 2.65"W x 6"H |
Item Weight | 0.9 Pounds |
About this item
- Overdrive Pedal f Electric Guitar
- Legendary BOSS overdrive pedal with genre-defining sound and feel
- Stacks well with boost, overdrive, and distortion pedals
- Unique asymmetrical clipping circuit produces tube-like overdrive characteristics
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Versatility | 4.5 | — | 4.6 | 4.8 | 4.2 | 4.6 |
Value for money | 4.7 | — | — | 4.8 | 4.6 | 4.6 |
Quality of material | — | — | 4.6 | — | 4.4 | 4.5 |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Austin Bazaar | Austin Bazaar | Liquid Audio Inc | Donner Music | Amazon.com |
power source | Electric | Adapter | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric |
amperage | 30 milliamps | — | 50 milliamps | 0 milliamps | 12 milliamps | 13 milliamps |
signal format | Analog | Analog | Analog | Analog | Analog | Analog |
controls type | Knob | Knob | Knob | Knob | Knob | Knob |
voltage | 9 volts | 9 volts | 9 volts | 9 volts | 9 volts | — |
style | Standard | Distortion,Multi-effects,Overdrive | Distortion | Distortion | Classic | Chorus |
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Product information
Item Weight | 14.4 ounces |
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Product Dimensions | 6 x 4 x 6 inches |
Country of Origin | Taiwan |
ASIN | B0013NDBS6 |
Item model number | SD-1 |
Batteries | 1 AA batteries required. (included) |
Customer Reviews |
4.8 out of 5 stars |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | February 22, 2006 |
Body Material | Metal |
Color Name | Yellow |
Hardware Interface | 1/4-inch Audio |
Signal Format | Analog |
Battery type | Alkaline |
Power Source | Electric |
Voltage | 9 Volts |
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Customer Review: Great pedal to drive your amp harder
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Product Description
Legendary BOSS overdrive pedal with genre-defining sound and feel. Since its release in 1981, the workhorse SD-1 Super Overdrive has been the core gain pedal for generations of players across every musical genre. Based around the revolutionary asymmetrical clipping circuit from the OD-1 Overdrive—one of the three original BOSS compact pedals from 1977—the SD-1 delivers rich, smooth, and highly musical overdrive tones that continue to inspire guitarists everywhere.
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About BOSS
BOSS, a division of Roland Corporation, has achieved legendary status among guitarists, bassists, and vocalists with a diverse, class-leading product line-up of creative tools with exceptional sound, intuitive control, and rugged durability. Since 1977, BOSS has lead the way with innovative effects pedals, amplifiers, multi-effects processors, and loopers to wireless systems, vocal effects, tuners, metronomes, rhythm machines, recorders, and more.
SD-1 SUPER OverDrive
Classic Overdrive
Since its release in 1981, the workhorse SD-1 Super Overdrive has been the core gain pedal for generations of players across every musical genre. Based around the revolutionary asymmetrical clipping circuit from the OD-1 Overdrive—one of the three original BOSS compact pedals from 1977—the SD-1 delivers rich, smooth, and highly musical overdrive tones that continue to inspire guitarists everywhere.
- Genre-defining BOSS overdrive sound
- Unique asymmetrical clipping circuit produces tube-like overdrive characteristics
- Mild-to-moderate drive tones with focused midrange and tight low end
- Ideal for use with clean and slightly driven amps
- Also works great for bringing tightness and definition to high-gain amp tones
- Stacks well with boost, overdrive, and distortion pedals
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The Clipping Circuit That Defined “Overdrive”In 1977, BOSS created an entirely new stompbox category with the OD-1, bringing natural overdrive in pedal form to guitarists for the very first time. Producing a signal rich in even-order harmonics, its unique asymmetric clipping circuit replicated the pleasing sound and feel of a driven tube amp—but at controllable volume levels. Four years later, this breakthrough design evolved into the more versatile SD-1, which added an active tone control for shaping the treble response and subtle enhancements for more low-end body. |
Overdrive PerfectionThe SD-1 allows players from beginner to pro to get inspiring sounds right away, thanks to its natural behavior and the subtle mid boost that's part of its design. It gives your tone a push where it matters most, ensuring your guitar always sits perfectly in the mix with warmth, clarity, and rich presence. Lower drive settings are great for rhythm parts, while higher settings are ideal for fat, singing leads. The SD-1 is also very sensitive to input gain, letting you dial in different shades of overdrive simply by adjusting your guitar's volume control. |
The One Pedal Every Player NeedsWith its organic character and responsive drive and tone controls, the SD-1 delivers the right sound for just about any style of music. Kick on the pedal with your favorite clean or slightly driven amp for mild-to-moderate overdrive that’s ideal for everything from classic rock and gritty blues to pop, country, jazz, and beyond. The SD-1 also shines as a booster for high-gain amps and other drive pedals, providing mid focus, tight bass, and smooth top end that's perfectly suited for heavier sounds and solo playing. |
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Customers like the sound, quality, value, performance, and versatility of the overdrive pedal. They mention that it sounds fantastic, it keeps the normal guitar tone well, and that it makes perfect boost pedals. They also like the adjustability, clarity, and smoothness.
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Customers like the noise of the guitar effect device. They mention that it sounds fantastic, keeps the normal guitar tone well, and provides a nice MID boost and slight volume increase. Customers say that the yellow box can give them a full warm tone and singing sustain.
"...Get the knobs right, and the tone is amazing. 10/10 pedal. If you think this pedal isn't for you, then i recommend the Angry Driver by Boss." Read more
"The changed my tone for the better! I rebuilt my pedalboard based on this pedal. Game changer!" Read more
"...Amazing service.. It came with a battery installed already. It sounds great and has a nice little storage box. Great price too!" Read more
"...It's built like a tank and produces a familiar classic rock tone; but I exerpeinced signal bleed and tone-suck when adding it to my effects..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the overdrive pedal. They mention that it's a solid overdrive, with excellent sustain. The build quality is good, and it' s well-proven by many guitarists. The sound quality and sturdiness is good for the price, and the pedal really kicks with tube amps.
"...has been quality, with the effects they produce as well as the solid chassis that holds it all together. Amazing price too. Definitely recommend." Read more
"Can't say enough good things. It's a high quality product for a great price. I got one of these to replace a Behringer TO800...." Read more
"...The pedal is good, but i notice my vintage Japanese OD-1 and Blues driver have a more open sound than this SD-1...." Read more
"Great pedal that does the job of providing overdrive and distortion if you tweak it just right...." Read more
Customers like the value of the guitar effect device. They say it's a great pedal and well worth the buy.
"...Amazing price too. Definitely recommend." Read more
"Can't say enough good things. It's a high quality product for a great price. I got one of these to replace a Behringer TO800...." Read more
"...Worth the small cost and stays on my lineup for pedals!" Read more
"...It sounds great and has a nice little storage box. Great price too!" Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the overdrive pedal. They say it performs very well, is very usable, and has a transparent sound. Some say that it works well with both pickup types and has good "bite". Customers also mention that the SD-1 does the job perfectly and lives up to the BOSS standard.
"...Holy cow. This is the pedal I've been waiting for. Incredible. If anyone just like good crunchy lead tones, this is it...." Read more
"It's good. Like a tubescreamer, only it's not a tubescreamer it's a super overdrive. Great "always on" pedal." Read more
"This pedal is but of course AWESOME!! THE SHEER POWERFUL PRESENCE AND CLARITY IS BEYOND COMPARE ! always a fan of Boss" Read more
"Great with humbuckers to overdrive a Marshall tube amp into tight saturation. Preserves low end...." Read more
Customers like the versatility of the guitar effect device. They mention it's a great complement to any genre, and pairs well with alternative rock. Customers also mention that it'd be great for blues, classic rock, and country tones when ran through a clean channel.
"...Major form and modal play are quite weak though. It also pairs well with alternative rock (broader chord voicing)...." Read more
"Boss SD-1 Super Overdrive Pedal is amazing. It is exceptionally versatile and provides tones that will complement your sound. Highly Recommended." Read more
"...Also great for blues, classic rock and country tones when ran through a clean channel." Read more
"...This adds a lot of versatility to my setup, and I am very happy with it...." Read more
Customers like the adjustability of the overdrive pedal. They mention that it has adjustable settings for the level, tone, and drive. The level knob is particularly helpful and useful, making low tuning great again. The tone knob is versatile and offers a variety of sounds with quick adjustments. The pedal has a broader range of tonal control and a gain control, and customers love the custom mode. Overall, customers are satisfied with the adjust-ability of this overdrive.
"...The level knob is particularly helpful and useful." Read more
"...Can’t wait to play this more. Love that Custom mode on this one." Read more
"...the Donner just has a broader range of tonal control and gain control...." Read more
"...Preserves low end. I had previously tried a Plumes, but had to compensate on the amp EQ for the loss of low end while recording...." Read more
Customers like the clarity of the pedal. They mention that it has a nice richness and clarity to the gain, and the construction is solid. The pedal is transparent and crisp, even at bedroom volumes. The clarity is beyond compare and it will make any dark sounding pedals brighter.
"...THE SHEER POWERFUL PRESENCE AND CLARITY IS BEYOND COMPARE ! always a fan of Boss" Read more
"...Solid construction. It's a very clear pedal, in that your guitar really comes through, and doesn't add a lot of color...." Read more
"...built to last, sounds INCREDIBLE, and stays crisp and transparent even at bedroom volumes...." Read more
"...It will push an amp without any poke over the top. Very warm and clear." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the smoothness of the overdrive. They mention that it's smooth, and almost natural sounding. It feels good to step on it, and is a fine example of soft clipping.
"This is a great sounding overdrive on its own - very smooth and creamy sounding overdriven tone, great for all kinds of classic rock...." Read more
"Little, yellow.. different? It feels good to step on it. Built like a T-100. whatever "Sheerness" is, this little guy has it." Read more
"A fine example of soft clipping, tube screamer type Overdrive with a different flavor...." Read more
"What an amazing overdrive! So smooth and almost natural sounding, sounds great with a boost at the front end, and $50 you can’t go wrong!" Read more
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Reviewed in Canada on March 11, 2024
Reviewed in Mexico on September 25, 2023
I have a fair few overdrives, and although the Waza Blues Driver (BD-2w) is probably my favorite for lead boosting as an overdrive, this one isn't far behind, and is arguably the better 'always on' pedal of the two, especially for Hard Rock / Heavy Metal tones! That's probably a biased statement, as that's the genre of music I prefer, but stack the two together and you've got something quite special!
Harmonics just seem to jump out with this pedal on, and I find myself having a very handy 'Van Halen-esque' tone constantly and easily - great for lead and rhythm.
Simple, foolproof layout and knob options, typical bombproof BOSS build quality, low current draw (15mA for all you pedalboard builders out there!), comes with a 9V battery as well. The switch in the middle changes the character of the drive from the old, standard SD-1 (but with improved circuitry) to a more modern take - both are great, but I personally REALLY like the Custom option!
Nothing to dislike here, superb pedal at a more than fair price.
Reviewed in Germany on December 5, 2023