Description

THE SWEET OVERDRIVE TONE HAS A PRIME REDESIGN
Passionately designed by the master engineers at BOSS in Japan, the Waza Craft SD-1W Super Overdrive delivers a premium stomp experience that fans of customized pedal tone will love. Crafted with an ear for highly refined sound, the SD-1W hot rods the famous BOSS overdrive with all-discrete analog circuitry. Standard mode captures the classic SD-1 sound while Custom mode offers new tonal range and gain.

- Special edition Waza Craft pedal delivers the ultimate BOSS tone experience
- Premium sound based on the legendary SD-1 Super Overdrive
- Newly revised, all-analog discrete amplifier circuit
- Standard and Custom sound modes
- Highly responsive to picking dynamics and volume changes
 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

1. Does the BOSS SD-1W work as a boost?

• Yes, the BOSS SD-1W works well as a boost. It adds a bit to the mid-range.

2. Can the BOSS SD-1W make a clean amp sound heavy?

• No, the BOSS SD-1W can only give you an overdrive and a slight distortion effect.

3. Can the BOSS SD-1W be used without a PA?

• Yes, but the BOSS SD-1W is best used with an amp.

4. Can I use the BOSS SD-1W with a BD-2?

• Yes, the BOSS SD-1W works well with a BD-2.

5. Does the BOSS SD-1W need power?

• Yes, the BOSS SD-1W works with a 9v battery or a power supply.

6. Is the BOSS SD-1W a true bypass?

• No, buffered.

7. Can I get a Led Zeppelin sound out of the BOSS SD-1W?

• You might need another pedal paired with the BOSS SD-1W to get a Led Zeppelin sound.

8. Does the BOSS SD-1W work with a 12-string guitar?

• Yes.

9. Do I still need the BOSS SD-1W if my amp still has an overdrive knob?

• Yes. The BOSS SD-1W is more versatile and gives you more power than the amp. It will also serve as an extra overdrive. It can also add more distortion if you are using a tube amp.

10. Does the BOSS SD-1W work with a Surh Riot Distortion pedal?

• Yes. The BOSS SD-1W works well with a distortion pedal.

11. Can I use the BOSS SD-1W as a clean boost without adding color?

• Yes.

12. Does the BOSS SD-1W have a bypass mode?

• No, you have to turn it on and off.

13. Is the BOSS SD-1W good for punk rock?

• Yes, the BOSS SD-1W can add a good amount of gain to the mix.

14. What is the difference between the BOSS SD-1W and the OD-3?

• The BOSS SD-1W is a super overdrive pedal that sounds heavier and adds more drive than the OD-3.

Specifications

• 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
• Controls: Pedal switch, Mode switch, LEVEL knob, TONE knob, DRIVE knob
• Indicator: CHECK indicator (Serves also as battery check indicator)
• Connectors: INPUT jack, OUTPUT jack, DC IN jack
• Power Supply: Alkaline battery (9 V, 6LR61) or Carbon-zinc battery (9 V, 6F22), AC adaptor (sold separately)
• Current Draw: 15 mA
• Expected battery life under continuous use (These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.): Carbon: Approx. 25 hours, Alkaline: Approx. 42 hours
• Accessories: Leaflet ("USING THE UNIT SAFELY," "IMPORTANT NOTE," and "Information"), Carbon-zinc battery (9 V, 6F22)
• Option (sold separately): AC adaptor (PSA series)
   

Size & Weight

• Width: 73 mm, 2-7/8 inches
• Depth: 129 mm, 5-1/8 inches
• Height: 59 mm, 2-3/8 inches
• Weight: 430 g, 1 lb

*0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms