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- Condition
- New
- Style
- Basic
- Pattern
- Pedal
- Model
- SD-1
- Dimensions
- 6 x 4 x 6 in
- Weight
- 14.4 oz
- Color
- Yellow
- In the box
- SD-1 Super Overdrive Guitar Pedal (SD-1)
- Warranty
- Boss five-year warranty.
Features 9
- Legendary BOSS Overdrive Pedal: Genre-defining sound and feel that has shaped guitar tones across multiple decades
- Proven Workhorse Since 1981: The SD-1 Super Overdrive has been the core gain pedal for generations of players across every musical genre
- Rich and Musical Overdrive Tones: Delivers smooth, highly musical overdrive tones that continue to inspire guitarists everywhere
- Unique Asymmetrical Clipping Circuit: Produces tube-like overdrive characteristics for authentic analog warmth
- Mild-to-Moderate Drive Tones: Features focused midrange and tight low end for versatile tonal shaping
- Versatile Amp Compatibility: Works with clean and slightly driven amps to enhance your existing tone
- High-Gain Amp Enhancement: Brings tightness and definition to high-gain amp tones for improved clarity
- Excellent Pedal Stacking Capability: Stacks well with boost, overdrive, and distortion pedals for expanded sonic possibilities
- BOSS Five-Year Warranty: Backed by manufacturer warranty for long-term reliability and peace of mind
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.
Specs 29
| Brand | BOSS |
|---|---|
| Style | Basic |
| Color | Yellow |
| Product Dimensions | 3.8"L x 2.65"W x 6"H |
| Item Weight | 14.4 ounces |
| Voltage | 9 volts |
| Amperage | 30 milliamps |
| Audio Output Effects | Overdrive |
| Controls Type | Knob |
| Power Source | Electric |
| Hardware Interface | 1/4-inch Audio |
| Signal Format | Analog |
| Sound Profile | Versatile Overdrive with Tube-Like Characteristics |
| Finish Type | Painted |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 3.8"L x 2.65"W x 6"H |
| Item Dimensions | 6 x 4 x 6 inches |
| Connector Type | Barrel Connector |
| Brand Name | BOSS |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Item Highlight | Compact Overdrive Pedal. Genre-Defining Sound and Feel, Unique Clipping Circuitry Produces Tube-Like Characteristics |
| UPC | 700315930275 705625159682 761294008508 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 08, 05 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Hand Orientation | right |
| Item Type Name | SD-1 Super Overdrive Guitar Pedal (SD-1) |
| Manufacturer | Boss |
| Model Name | SD-1 |
| Model Number | SD-1 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | SD-1 |
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Top Amazon Reviews
Boss SD-1
Style: Basic
Pattern Name: Pedal
Awesome mids-focused OD booster. Asymmetrical clipping adds bite that sounds much more open, natural, and pleasing to me than the famous Tube Screamer circuits (no funky, lingering clean blend sound under this as with TS pedals). Subjective, but between the 2 competitors, I'm on team SD-1 due to functionality and versatility. Good stuff.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 4, 2026 by Brendan Kenty
The *true* classic OD pedal.
Style: Basic
Pattern Name: Pedal
Boss invented the first op amp overdrive pedal with the OD-1 and not long afterwards, Ibanez put out the Tube Screamer, which was basically an OD-1 with a tone control and symmetrical clipping. Not to be outdone, Boss added a tone control to their OD-1 and called it the Super Overdrive and designated it the SD-1. I’ve played modded and unmodded TS circuits and clones and I’ve played modded and unmodded SD-1 circuits and clones. The original still sounds the best to me. Nothing goes as well with a breaking up amp like an SD-1. Nothing kicks a dirt box to the next level like an SD-1 (put it in front of a mid-scooped fuzz for an amazing chunky metal tone, throw it in front of a Rat for a surprisingly good Van Halen brown sound). Single coils, humbuckers, etc. it’s all just grand in that classic way you’ve heard on hundreds of recordings. And it has remained the same for decades. I’ve tried earlier black label units, the most recent SMT version and a few in between, they all sound and act exactly the same to me. If it had a cooler name, it’d be more famous than Ibanez’s world famous green rip off pedal, but as is, these little yellow wonders are brand new for $50 all day long. Save some dough and get the original overdrive. Everything that has come on the scene since owes a debt to this humble pedal, and for my money, nothing does classic overdrive better than the Boss SD-1.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 4, 2020 by Otto Correct
Best OD pedal out yhere
Style: Basic
Pattern Name: Pedal
If you don't know about this pedal then just buy it and find out how amazing it is!!!
Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2026 by Wesley Harmon
Boss Overdrive
Style: Basic
Pattern Name: Pedal
A must have for your pedalboard. The sound is great and does its job effortlessly. Another well built product by Boss. I recommend this pedal.
Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2026 by J. Henderson
Great for classic/alternative rock and blues, not so great for hard rock or metal
Style: Basic
Pattern Name: Pedal
The full-chord voicing tone that you get out of this pedal is amazing. It's clean, crisp, and well balanced. I also like playing Vai and other virtuoso players. If you enjoy playing those stylings or hard rock or metal, this pedal may not be for you. "Super Overdrive" is not super overdrive, it's more like a subtle distortion when it comes to lead play. In fact, even with the settings to the max, you can still hear the acoustic tones of the notes breaking through, which is awesome if you're a blues player or 70s rock enthusiast. Don't get me wrong, it's a great distortion and really flairs up the pentatonics when playing over an acoustic rhythm section. Major form and modal play are quite weak though. It also pairs well with alternative rock (broader chord voicing). If you like low end, this pedal may not be a great choice. It has quite a bit of treble and is very airy (not sure if that's a word). I pair it with a chorus pedal, which really improves the tone. I think a lot of the demos that you see on this pedal are run through high-end amps, which really does not display how this thing sounds to the average person playing a $200 amp. Another trick that I've seen when people are demoing this pedal is that they add the super overdrive to a distorted channel to push it over the top, which sounds amazing. You cannot push this pedal over the top on its own. I hope this helps.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 4, 2022 by Richard Evans
Bright, Crunchy, and Classic – A Legendary Overdrive
Style: Basic
Pattern Name: Pedal
The Boss SD-1 is a true classic — and after finally adding it to my board, I totally get the hype. It delivers a crunchy, saturated tone that’s perfect for everything from classic rock riffs to smooth blues leads. Tone & Character: The SD-1 has a very distinct voice — bright and mid-forward, with that signature Boss bite. • With gain up: You get a tight, crunchy drive that’s great for ‘70s/‘80s rock rhythm tones and even some lead work. • With gain down: It cleans up well and gives you a snappy, bluesy edge — great for pushing a tube amp into natural breakup. • Saturation: There’s a nice compression to the drive that gives it sustain and smoothness without losing clarity. Versatility: Works great as a standalone overdrive or as a boost in front of another pedal or amp. It cuts through the mix thanks to its EQ profile and pairs well with both single-coils and humbuckers. Build Quality: Like all Boss pedals, it’s built like a tank. Reliable, sturdy, and ready for stage or studio use. Final Thoughts: The SD-1 is a no-frills workhorse — bright, crunchy, and saturated in all the right ways. If you’re chasing classic rock grit or bluesy bite, this pedal still holds up as one of the best in the game.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 28, 2025 by N.K.
Must have and great price.
Style: Basic
Pattern Name: Pedal
Takes your lead sound to a new level. Great sound better price
Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2026 by Canada Enrico
RECOMENDADO
Style: Basic
Pattern Name: Pedal
Muy buen overdrive, sonido de calidad
Reviewed in the United States on August 1, 2026 by Muhamad Bassel Charaf