Description

Back in black! Boss SD-1 Super Overdrive 40th Anniversary Edition, $109!

A limited edition of the classic overdrive pedal, the Boss SD‑1 40th Anniversary celebrates four decades of the SD-1’s smooth, amp-like gain and iconic mid-focused tone with a sleek cosmetic update.

Type
Overdrive Pedal

Model
SD‑1 Super OverDrive 40th Anniversary Edition

Manufacturer
Boss

Country of Manufacture
Japan

Year of Introduction
2021

Controls
Level, Tone, Drive

Input
1 × ¼″ instrument jack

Output
1 × ¼″ output jack

Power Supply
9V DC (center negative) or 9V battery

Notable Features

  • Anniversary Finish: Limited black enclosure with gold lettering

  • Circuit: Identical to original SD-1 with asymmetrical clipping for tube-like response

  • Tone Character: Smooth overdrive with focused mids, tight lows, and slightly scooped highs

  • Build Quality: Rugged metal housing with Boss’s signature reliability

  • Bypass: Buffered bypass

  • Use Case: Great for classic rock, blues, and stacking with other pedals to push an amp or provide lead boost