Author Topic: Loss of power on Boss Distortion pedal (Read 3231 times)

gah00002 · « **on:** July 20, 2007, 02:05:48 AM »

I own a Boss DS-1 distortion pedal that seems to have lost its power. When i first got the pedal i couldnt even have the level at the maximum because it was too loud compared to the clean signal. However recently i can have the level up to the maximum level and it is only about the same level as the clean signal if not sometimes quiter. Ive tried changing batteries countless times and even plugging it into the mains but with no effect.i think there must be something else wrong, Has anyone had this problem or know how to fix it?

Cheers,
Gaz.

hunter · « **Reply #1 on:** July 20, 2007, 08:42:36 AM »

Could be the Boss, but could it also be the amp, tubes, cable, guitar?

gah00002 · « **Reply #2 on:** July 20, 2007, 11:42:37 AM »

yeh i thot thats what couldve been the problem but ive tried all the variations, must be the boss. only thing is cant find my guaruntee and so il have to pay some guy to fix it for me :x

opprobrium_9 · « **Reply #3 on:** July 22, 2007, 10:08:35 PM »

I had a similar problem with mine... But, it was more of a drainage issue. The Boss pedals suck the life out of batteries quick, so i got a DC plug for it and it did the trick, but i don't think this is what you are talking about...