What is the difference between BOSS distortion and overdrive?

Both overdrive and distortion are similar, but there are subtle differences that make all the difference. Both add varying degrees of gain to your sound, Overdrive is intended to represent a cranked tube amp. Distortion has more of a kick and saturation that sounds more aggressive than it's counterpart.

What does a BOSS overdrive pedal do?

A BOSS overdrive pedal adds a marvellous, natural cranked tube-amp style gain to your guitar sound.

Is BOSS a good brand for overdrive and distortion pedals?

Yes, BOSS pedals are a staple of artists everywhere and you're bound to find at least one BOSS pedal in someone's rig.

Which BOSS distortion pedal is best?

Depending on what you want to use it for the most well known distortion pedals are the DS-1, BD-2 Blues Driver, SD-1, and MT-2. Each one gives you a different type of distortion and character, so make sure you pick what you like!

What are the most popular Boss overdrive pedals?

Sticking strictly with overdrive and not venturing into the realm of distortion (in which case the DS-1 would be triumphant), the most popular Boss overdrives are easily the SD-1 Super Overdrive and the BD-2 Blues Driver. Both offer lots of things to lots of players and each has its own sound.

What does a BOSS overdrive pedal do?

A BOSS overdrive pedal tends to simulate the sound of a valve amp reaching break up or can be used to push an amp into getting a grittier sound. Perfect for Blues and Rock styles.

What does a BOSS overdrive pedal sound like?

BOSS overdrive pedals tend to sound like a valve amp starting to reach its break up point, making it a great choice for those looking to add some grit to their sound.

Is BOSS BD2 an overdrive or distortion?

The BOSS BD2 Blues Driver is an Overdrive Pedal.

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