{"product_id":"boss-ds2-turbo-distortion-pedal","title":"Boss DS2 Turbo Distortion Pedal","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis second hand pedal is in great condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBoss DS‑2\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003esharper, more aggressive evolution of the classic DS‑1\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering two distinct distortion modes that take you from tight, cutting crunch to snarling, mid‑boosted chaos. It’s famously associated with Kurt Cobain, but it’s far more versatile than its grunge reputation suggests. 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Grunge \u0026amp; Alternative Rock\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DS‑2 is practically the voice of 90s alt‑rock.\u003cbr\u003eMode II gives you that explosive, mid‑boosted roar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Punk \u0026amp; Hard Rock\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMode I is perfect for tight, aggressive rhythm tones with great clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Lead Boost\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMode II adds mids and gain, ideal for solos that need to cut through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. 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