Review

Tech reviews: new products, April 2023

Kate Rounding reveals what's new this month.
Boss DS-1W Distortion Pedal
Boss DS-1W Distortion Pedal

Price: £125

Some of the world’s most respected guitarists used the DS-1 distortion pedal, including Joe Satriani, John Frusciante, Steve Vai, and Kurt Cobain. Boss has recently overhauled the pedal and expanded the DS-1 experience with the new ‘Waza Craft’ version, releasing the DS-1W. The Waza has two modes. Standard mode provides the hard-edged sound and long sustain of the original. If you switch to Custom mode, you can create a new and richer sound that is even more responsive. The pedal features tone-control, level and gain adjustment for each mode. The Waza has new analogue circuitry, which overall gives better control of the sound. The Waza Custom mode will suit classic rock and blues, pop, punk and grunge styles. The DS-1W is good value, versatile and built to withstand even the most raucous performances.

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