Danelectro D-1 Fab Distortion Effects Pedal

by Danelectro

Product Features

• Distortion
• D-1 Fab Distortion Effects Pedal
• Gain Level Knob, Tone Knob, Distortion Level Knob
• Highly versatile
• Delicious tonality

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B0009DXEEM
• Item model number: D-1
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (38 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,140 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments)
  • #4 in Musical Instruments > Instrument Accessories > Guitar & Bass Accessories > Effects > Electric Guitar Effects > Single Effects > Distortion & Overdrive

Product Description

In the late 1970's, a tiny effects maker in Japan produced a small quantity of what many believe is THE definitive distortion box. Delicious tonality. Highly versatile. Recently a boutique maker has reissued that box at $300+. Danelectro offers you sonic equivalence to the prized originals at an unbelievable price. You'll adore it.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

21 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Incredible distortion, no radio signals for me!, November 22, 2005

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P. Schuurmans (Eugene, OR) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Danelectro D-1 Fab Distortion Effects Pedal (Electronics)

This is my second Dano pedal, and I am VERY satisfied with my purchase. It has three knobs, Level, Tone, and Distortion.

I noticed if I turned the Dist all the way up, and the Level a little past half way, and the Tone all the way up, I got a Ramones and Green Day type sound, but when I turned the tone down, I got a very nice Smashing Pumpkins sound. So this pedal can do nice punk rock sounds, and hard rock sounds with the turn of a knob.

I saw the post about this pedal picking up radio signals, but I picked up absolutely NO signals. All the radio signal stuff is just interference. Notice how on many electronics they say on them, this device must except any interference? Radio is interference. I think it just depends on what room your in, in your house. I've had electronics that work perfectly in all my rooms, except when they got close to the bathroom, and then I picked up a radio station.

My only complaint is the pedals instruction manual says a 9 volt battery is included, but their wasn't one in the box. My other Dano pedal I bought came with one, but not this one. So make sure you have a 9 volt battery because this might not come with one.

So I give this 5 stars. I didn't really mind that whole battery thing. And the pedal is perfect. And it's affordable! I highly recommend this.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best distortion pedals, March 3, 2006

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Chris D. Junker - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Danelectro D-1 Fab Distortion Effects Pedal (Electronics)

Over the years I've tried many distortion pedals and I could not be happier with this one! It is responsive but not overbearing. Don't be fooled by its price or size. I used it through my Fender HotRod Deluxe and this pedal offers a warm full tone and it really can rip. I highly recomend this pedal for those who don't want to throw down $150 for a Tube-Screamer.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great range of tones and feel, January 5, 2008

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J. Hartford "333kenshin" (Los Angeles, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Danelectro D-1 Fab Distortion Effects Pedal (Electronics)

I have been impressed with the range of tones I can get from this little box. Much more clean and versitile than the overdrive function built into my frontman amp. I hasn't picked up any stray signals on me.

Cons: 9V battery dies quickly (if you forget and leave the thing on overnight...)