The SD1 was my first overdrive pedal. I tried a lot of different overdrive pedals since and I’m still using the SD1. I sold all the others. Sometimes it can be cheap and good.
Same here, some overdrives don’t work well with Fender Amps, distortions never do, but a SD-1 into Matshalls rules, that’s what I use right now again, after going trough dozens of different overdrives it’s back to the roots again. For my Fender amp I use the King Tone Blues Power if I want some SRV tones but the SD-1 does not work well with Fenders for me, I strictly use it with Marshalls.
the best booster, they got it right from the get-go in 1981. I tried both MXR DIst plus and DOD 250 and TS and SoulFood, but SD-1 has much better note separation and more clarity.
The extra bit of aggression that you getr from the SD-1 is what does it for me. It would be cool to see a comparison between these two and thhe MXR GT-OD, that has an internal switch that supposedly makes it the ZW44, just to see how close it gets.
💪. I’ve done a video about that (kinda: ruclips.net/video/XxHDkuucHHo/видео.htmlsi=iLZqL0mUkKV-eHuJ) and yes GT-OD has internal switch that makes it ZW44.
I have both and came to the same conclusion as you. SD1 has a bit more high end bite, which I like a lot. I was hoping the Zakk OD would replace the SD1 on my board for aesthetic purposes, but it looks like the SD1 is here to stay.
Big difference. I’m currently using an mxr double double, which they don’t make any more. Supposed to be a combo of tube screamer and ocd On 2 separate channels. I have to get the old standby DS1. I’ve just been happy with this and I especially like it on my little 5 watt and higher amps. Great video. Thanks. 🤘
Great video! I still use that yellow BOSS SD-1 for solos for all my gigs. Everyone now is raving about the Rat {Nuno!} which I like but I like the BOSS it just has a smoother tone and feel!
I thought the secret to using an OD pedal was just level at 10 and drive at zero. I thought boosting gain on pedal in front of a distorted amp would just produce too much noise. Thanks man, I've learned a lot from you. I just picked up a JVM 205h 50 watt head for a really good deal.
I bought a used Digitech RP30 from a work colleague back in 2013, I went to a local shop and left it commissioned for sale. After a couple of months they managed to, somehow, just lose it, so they gave me an SD-1 for the trouble… Best deal ever if you ask me 😂
Hi Euge! In my "arsenal" of Pedals I have the SD-1 and the old ZW-44, but was curious how they compare to the new ZW version - so thanks for sharing! Great Playing as always!
This is a great presentation, thank you for your time and expertise. For my opinion I still prefer the boss sd-1. Have you tried the comparison with the boss sd-1x series. Those pedal have more clarity and gain? I would be curious to see this comparison. Have a great day, you are fantastic player and it's great to follow your Chanel
The SD-1 is a tried and true OD. It’s legendary. The MXR WA44 is based off of the SD-1. I’ll stick with the original. It’s held up over time and still sounds great to me.
The ZW44 is cloned from the old made in Japan Boss SD1 from the 80s. That's why it's brighter and has less gain. On the made in Taiwan SD1s, Boss increased the gain and made changes to the voicing to make it a bit warmer. The SD1 is one of the few pedals wherein the new ones better than the old ones.
Great video Euge. I have to agree with you, the SD-1 is just a little more tight and agressive. If the MXR was all they had available i would definitely buy it. But i prefer the SD-1 🎉🎉🎉
Killer demo Euge as always, I gotta say I prefer the SD 1 myself it just has that bite to my ears.The MXR has to much low end to me, but both would get the job done I think.
I build my own pedala. Besides various Ibanez\Maxon Tube Screamer circuits, the BOSS SD-1 and the MXR ZW44 but 2 clipping options. I prefer the SD-1 but use the ZW44 with amps the need a mid bump but less tightness. 🍻
I think any overdrive you use itll sound bad ass man. Your an excellent guitar player, and i love that style of metal...i bet the pedal would siund even better in front of the bluguitar amp 1 iridium!
They are very similar. MXR probably slightly better for brighter/low output guitars (ie Strats and so on). SD1 probably slightly better on Les Pauls and alike.....
Man I've said this to you many times before, but you get the bass Zakk tones and you mimic his style so well. I might have missed it, but did you say what the EQ on the amps was?
Thanks! It’s just the way I play and sometimes I play a bit less like me to not sound so much like him. We actually joked about this with him that who actually sounds like who 😎. I was like dude you sound a bit like me and he obviously felt it’s the other way around 😁. Can’t remember how I had the knobs on this one; wherever it sounded the best on the day I filmed this 👌.
I’m usually a RAT guy for boosting, but I always keep an SD-1 around, just in case I need that particular “thing” that justly made the SuperOverdrive so famous.
I have 4 SD-1’s I love them but they vary in the bass cut. The Digitech CM-2, has bass and treble controls, it cuts bass as well boosting. I use it over my SD-1’s
The usual differences in component’s values. I have 5 from late 80s to brand new one and to me they’re all the same except the usual very minor aforementioned matter.
I’ve always wanted a little more output or volume out of my SD1 just to hit the amp a little harder. Maybe Zakk wanted the same thing. Is it true that the MXR GT has a switch that makes it the Zakk version via an internal dip switch ?
I agree.. my ears heard a bit more muddiness in the ZW.. more clarity in the highs.. SD-1 is my preference.. .is the 2203ZW having the hotmod or lynch mod during this? or stock?
I never thought I would say it but I think I prefer the MXR in those clips. Damn. They both sound good but it seems to have a little more grit and balls.......the SD-1 has more attitude, but not the squish at the bottom end. I'd probably use the MXR for leads, and the SD-1 for rhythm.
I have SD-1s from late 80s to brand new ones and to me they’re all the same. Obviously there’s some very minor component value differences from unit to unit but the pedal hasn’t changed physically or sonically. At least based on my experience of using it since late 80s.
Boss has a lot of proprietary components. If I remember correctly, Zakk used the SD1 for a long time, before joining Dunlop/MXR as an endorser. So my guess is that his sig OD is the same circuit as the SD1, but without the proprietary Boss chip(s). The difference is so small it can probably be resolved with the tone knob. It ends up being more of a matter of build quality, especially whether you prefer the clicky switch of the MXR (which I do), or the larger soft one of the Boss.
Surprised you haven't compared EMG X series, Fishman moderns or the Classic/Open Core Series. For my part, I wasn't a fan of the Moderns. Too much of....everything. So in the future....y'know... *nudge nudge ;) ;)*
Didn’t notice it. Well it has a bit more output & gain and those obviously bring out some noise but relatively they sounded (noise wise) pretty much the same to me.
The BOSS OD-3 sounds closer. The MXR and the OD3 both have more punch Than the SD-1. Even the OD-1 has more balz. I own both am OD1 and an SD-1. I stack them. THANX for the review 🙂
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The SD1 was my first overdrive pedal. I tried a lot of different overdrive pedals since and I’m still using the SD1. I sold all the others. Sometimes it can be cheap and good.
Same here! Longest I've ever used a pedal and it's a workhorse!
Same 💪👌.
Same here, some overdrives don’t work well with Fender Amps, distortions never do, but a SD-1 into Matshalls rules, that’s what I use right now again, after going trough dozens of different overdrives it’s back to the roots again. For my Fender amp I use the King Tone Blues Power if I want some SRV tones but the SD-1 does not work well with Fenders for me, I strictly use it with Marshalls.
the best booster, they got it right from the get-go in 1981. I tried both MXR DIst plus and DOD 250 and TS and SoulFood, but SD-1 has much better note separation and more clarity.
Can you do a video running RATs into your 800s? I love your amps, and I’d love to hear my favorite pedals through them.
Noted 👌😎.
Love the SD-1, it's my always-on go to
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The extra bit of aggression that you getr from the SD-1 is what does it for me. It would be cool to see a comparison between these two and thhe MXR GT-OD, that has an internal switch that supposedly makes it the ZW44, just to see how close it gets.
💪. I’ve done a video about that (kinda: ruclips.net/video/XxHDkuucHHo/видео.htmlsi=iLZqL0mUkKV-eHuJ) and yes GT-OD has internal switch that makes it ZW44.
I still use the old zw44, but u can really hear the difference in the drop tuning the sd comes out more. Also my friend your an awesome guitarist
Cool, thanks!
SD1 is my favorite of the two but both sound great. Love the Cantrell Wah! Might need you to demo that too 🤘
I have both and came to the same conclusion as you. SD1 has a bit more high end bite, which I like a lot. I was hoping the Zakk OD would replace the SD1 on my board for aesthetic purposes, but it looks like the SD1 is here to stay.
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Big difference. I’m currently using an mxr double double, which they don’t make any more. Supposed to be a combo of tube screamer and ocd On 2 separate channels. I have to get the old standby DS1. I’ve just been happy with this and I especially like it on my little 5 watt and higher amps. Great video. Thanks. 🤘
Great video! I still use that yellow BOSS SD-1 for solos for all my gigs. Everyone now is raving about the Rat {Nuno!} which I like but I like the BOSS it just has a smoother tone and feel!
Thanks! Yeah RAT is a hard clipper so it’s a bit ”colder”.
@@EugeValovirta230Vgreat descritpion, distorions hard clippers are always like that. OVerdrives , soft clippers on the other hand are warm and gentle
The ZW sounds like a clean boost. Thanks for the great comparison demo, i have been curious about the differences.
I thought the secret to using an OD pedal was just level at 10 and drive at zero. I thought boosting gain on pedal in front of a distorted amp would just produce too much noise. Thanks man, I've learned a lot from you. I just picked up a JVM 205h 50 watt head for a really good deal.
Zakk has his pedal maxed, even the knobs are removed 😅
Whatever works the best with whatever amp is the only rule I follow. Glad to hear! Thanks!
They both sound good and do what they are suppose to. I myself like and will stay with the SD-1 ! Great comparison as always Euge, Rock on brother 🤘
Indeed. Thanks!
I bought a used Digitech RP30 from a work colleague back in 2013, I went to a local shop and left it commissioned for sale. After a couple of months they managed to, somehow, just lose it, so they gave me an SD-1 for the trouble… Best deal ever if you ask me 😂
Yes !! love this comparison.
Hi Euge! In my "arsenal" of Pedals I have the SD-1 and the old ZW-44, but was curious how they compare to the new ZW version - so thanks for sharing! Great Playing as always!
You should make a comparison between the MXR Berzerker Overdrive and Boss SD-1!!
This is a great presentation, thank you for your time and expertise. For my opinion I still prefer the boss sd-1. Have you tried the comparison with the boss sd-1x series. Those pedal have more clarity and gain? I would be curious to see this comparison. Have a great day, you are fantastic player and it's great to follow your Chanel
Thanks! I haven’t.
The SD-1 is a tried and true OD. It’s legendary. The MXR WA44 is based off of the SD-1. I’ll stick with the original. It’s held up over time and still sounds great to me.
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The ZW44 is cloned from the old made in Japan Boss SD1 from the 80s. That's why it's brighter and has less gain.
On the made in Taiwan SD1s, Boss increased the gain and made changes to the voicing to make it a bit warmer.
The SD1 is one of the few pedals wherein the new ones better than the old ones.
Simply exquisite sd1
Mitä tuohon muuta on sanomista kun full blast 😎🤘 Hyvä pedaali! Oli taas ilo katsoa ja kuunnella hyvää soittoa.
Kiitos! Nasta kuulla Atte!
@@EugeValovirta230V Pystyisitkö jatkamaan How to play Ozzy sarjaa? Ois mukava nähä taas niitä tutoriaaleja 👍
Great video Euge. I have to agree with you, the SD-1 is just a little more tight and agressive. If the MXR was all they had available i would definitely buy it. But i prefer the SD-1 🎉🎉🎉
Thanks!
Killer demo Euge as always, I gotta say I prefer the SD 1 myself it just has that bite to my ears.The MXR has to much low end to me, but both would get the job done I think.
Thanks! Indeed.
I build my own pedala. Besides various Ibanez\Maxon Tube Screamer circuits, the BOSS SD-1 and the MXR ZW44 but 2 clipping options. I prefer the SD-1 but use the ZW44 with amps the need a mid bump but less tightness. 🍻
Very cool!
I was sd1 fan for ten years, then I got Lovepedal Eternity, which replaced SD-1! You gotta try this one!
And the Lovepedal COT50 Burst, it's sooo good!
I’ve been SD fan / user since late 80s. Many have tried but it’s still the king. Especially with JCM800s 💪😎.
Love to hear you play brother
🤘🪓🪓🪓🤘
Glad to hear! Thanks!
👍👍 to that!
Wow that ZW Overdrive has a ton of low end. Sounds great man. Wonder how it sounds in front of a Dual Rec or Mark V.
I think any overdrive you use itll sound bad ass man. Your an excellent guitar player, and i love that style of metal...i bet the pedal would siund even better in front of the bluguitar amp 1 iridium!
my sd-1 is from 1982 . it's my go to
the SD1 seems to have a bit more clarity with out the slight top end fizz of the Zakk pedal
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Dude lol I've still got an original MXR ZW-44. I love the SD-1, I've got two of them! You should try out an Airis Effects Savage Drive!!!
I prefer the SD-1 because it seems to have a little more edge to it. My favorite OD is the Boss OD-1, with the SD-1 in second place.
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Hear all you're saying, still prefer the ZW, there's just a certain bite in the tone i like more, but also maybe more transparent.
It’s all about personal preferences 👌.
They are very similar. MXR probably slightly better for brighter/low output guitars (ie Strats and so on). SD1 probably slightly better on Les Pauls and alike.....
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Man I've said this to you many times before, but you get the bass Zakk tones and you mimic his style so well.
I might have missed it, but did you say what the EQ on the amps was?
Thanks! It’s just the way I play and sometimes I play a bit less like me to not sound so much like him. We actually joked about this with him that who actually sounds like who 😎. I was like dude you sound a bit like me and he obviously felt it’s the other way around 😁.
Can’t remember how I had the knobs on this one; wherever it sounded the best on the day I filmed this 👌.
I prefer a slice the SD-1.
I’m usually a RAT guy for boosting, but I always keep an SD-1 around, just in case I need that particular “thing” that justly made the SuperOverdrive so famous.
I’m vice versa 😎. I always have a RAT around (Lil’ RAT on my studio board).
I have 4 SD-1’s I love them but they vary in the bass cut. The Digitech CM-2, has bass and treble controls, it cuts bass as well boosting. I use it over my SD-1’s
The usual differences in component’s values. I have 5 from late 80s to brand new one and to me they’re all the same except the usual very minor aforementioned matter.
The SD1 sounds better to me.
SD all the way!
SD1 for the win
I’ve always wanted a little more output or volume out of my SD1 just to hit the amp a little harder. Maybe Zakk wanted the same thing. Is it true that the MXR GT has a switch that makes it the Zakk version via an internal dip switch ?
Yes it’s true: ruclips.net/video/XxHDkuucHHo/видео.htmlsi=iLZqL0mUkKV-eHuJ
Try that Maxon OD9 pro plus. I got it for your exact reason. Has that boss sd tone but just ‘more’.
I agree.. my ears heard a bit more muddiness in the ZW.. more clarity in the highs.. SD-1 is my preference.. .is the 2203ZW having the hotmod or lynch mod during this? or stock?
Stock this time; Lynch mod is installed but this time the gain all the way down so it’s basically off / the amp is stock👌.
I never thought I would say it but I think I prefer the MXR in those clips.
Damn.
They both sound good but it seems to have a little more grit and balls.......the SD-1 has more attitude, but not the squish at the bottom end. I'd probably use the MXR for leads, and the SD-1 for rhythm.
Whatever does the job the best in any given situation 👌😎.
Hey Euge! Love your videos! What is your favourite beer? Cheers 🍻 from 🇨🇦
Thanks! I’ve been sober since 2017 so any non-alcoholic.
@@EugeValovirta230VGood for you man 💪
You can barely hear what the SD1 has a little more top sizzle how I love my Marshall sizzle...
Euge, I totally agree with your assessment. Do you know if the SD-1 has changed (sonically) over the years?
I have SD-1s from late 80s to brand new ones and to me they’re all the same. Obviously there’s some very minor component value differences from unit to unit but the pedal hasn’t changed physically or sonically. At least based on my experience of using it since late 80s.
@@EugeValovirta230V Awesome, thank you for your thoughts. I haven’t owned one in a long time. I’ll have to pick up another for the toolbox!
Sd-1 was made to be shoved down dirty amps throat ! The sd1 just works so well i bought one brand new and i will never sell it
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I dunno,...I'm taking the SD all day in this example.
The "klone" was the best overdrive. I see SD-1 suits Plexi and JCM800. Any suggestuions of transparent overdrive for Soldano astro?
Warm Audio’s Centavo is pretty versatile and it’s my go to with my Plexi: ruclips.net/video/_4Fed00ofiY/видео.htmlsi=UOulqT40KTn3ldu3
They work great in front of Hughes and Kettner too. My Blackstar likes a tube screamer better
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How does it compare to the Warm Audio centavo?
Is there a difference between this WA44 and the MXR Berserker od?
If I remember correct they’re the same except the housing / artwork. But I might be wrong since it’s been quite a while since I tried the Berserker.
Do you think an SD-1 would work good in front of a Marshall JMP-1 preamp ?
Yes. Those into VHT 2/50/2 power amp was one of my live rigs for years.
@@EugeValovirta230V Awesome. My SD-1 arrived last night. 😀👍
Yeah I'm getting older too man. 50
What date you boss as sd1? Year? Or not important?
I have many from different eras and they’re all the same.
On tv here the sd sound like it has a lil more mids...prefer rhe sd sound
Rakkaudesta SD-1:een niin onko jo 50th anniversary malli hankinnassa? 😃
Eipä ole tullut hankittua. Vielä 😎.
Ironic that the SD sounds MORE like Zakk than his branded pedal !
To me the SD1 has more silver on top and the ZW sounds a little more dry. SD-1 all the way 🤟🤟
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BOSSREVER 4 me, please!😅
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Boss has a lot of proprietary components. If I remember correctly, Zakk used the SD1 for a long time, before joining Dunlop/MXR as an endorser. So my guess is that his sig OD is the same circuit as the SD1, but without the proprietary Boss chip(s). The difference is so small it can probably be resolved with the tone knob. It ends up being more of a matter of build quality, especially whether you prefer the clicky switch of the MXR (which I do), or the larger soft one of the Boss.
Surprised you haven't compared EMG X series, Fishman moderns or the Classic/Open Core Series. For my part, I wasn't a fan of the Moderns. Too much of....everything. So in the future....y'know... *nudge nudge ;) ;)*
Oh I’ve never used those so not surprisingly I haven’t done any videos 😎.
Moderns are nasal garbage in my experience. Emgs and blackouts for me.
@@dive-bomb They sounded horrible live from a recent gig I attended, just "gonk goh gonk gonk".
@@seanmorgan9020Seriously overhyped. they sound how fake emgs used to sound. very noisy.
The ZW pedal is noisier
Didn’t notice it. Well it has a bit more output & gain and those obviously bring out some noise but relatively they sounded (noise wise) pretty much the same to me.
The BOSS OD-3 sounds closer. The MXR and the OD3 both have more punch Than the SD-1. Even the OD-1 has more balz. I own both am OD1 and an SD-1. I stack them. THANX for the review 🙂
💪👌. Thanks!
The pedal ole like the road....lol....as we say in the caribbean