Boss DS-1 Distortion (Black Label) — Pedal Resale Value
Effects and PedalsWhat a used Boss DS-1 Distortion (Black Label) sells for on Reverb (median of 6 recent listings).
Boss DS-1 Distortion (Black Label) value — Used 137,46 € · $159. Prices updated agosto de 2026.
Converted from USD at the ECB reference rate — sold comps are US-market sales.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own a Boss DS-1, the $43 Standard version is the cheapest entry point. The higher-priced versions, like the $453 Standard, represent premium editions, potentially with superior packaging or scarcity. Buyers prioritizing collecting or aesthetics should pay the premium for the better versions, while those seeking the most affordable unit should opt for the $43 or $44 Standard.
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- Reverb — Boss DS-1 Distortion (Black Label) (used listings)137,46 € · $159
Item details
- Brand
- Boss
- Make
- Boss
- Model
- DS-1 Distortion (Black Label)
- Year
- 1991
- Finishes seen
- Orange
- Used range
- $74.01 – $178.99
- Sample size
- 6 listings
Boss DS-1 Distortion (Black Label) resale value
The used Boss DS-1 Distortion (Black Label) has a median Reverb asking price of $159, ranging from $74.01 to $178.99 across 6 current listings.
What drives the price
For a used pedal, true-bypass vs buffered, enclosure wear, and whether it's a discontinued or boutique run move the price most. Vintage and limited runs command a premium; player-grade and modified examples sell for less.
Price guide
What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Used | 137,46 € · $159 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | 31,01 € / 60,51 € / 199,71 €$35.87 / $69.99 / $231 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of August 25, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $35.87–$231.00 (median $69.99). Asking prices sit about 56% below the typical sold value of $159.00 — a window worth checking for buyers.
Preguntas frecuentes
- What is the typical resale price range for this Boss DS-1?
- Based on recent listings, the Boss DS-1 Distortion ranges from $117.46 to $214.3.
- Are there different colors available for the DS-1?
- Finishes seen for this model include Orange.
- How old is the Boss DS-1 Distortion (Black Label)?
- This specific model was manufactured in 1991.
