Boss SG-1 Slow Gear Pedal- Japan - July 1979 - Black Label ( NO BOX) ( Pre Owned)
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Boss SG-1 Slow Gear Pedal- Japan - July 1979 - Black Label ( NO BOX) ( Pre Owned)
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This is one of BOSS's rarest and most collectible pedals, making it a highly sought-after item for guitarists and collectors.
The BOSS SG-1 Slow Gear pedal, produced from 1979 to 1982, is a rare vintage effect that creates a volume swell, simulating the sound of a guitar's volume knob. Key specifications include a single 9V battery or AC adapter power source, a 470k Ohm input impedance, and a 400g weight. It features two controls: "Sens" for sensitivity and "Attack" for the response speed, along with a footswitch and a red LED for effect status.
Key Specifications :
- Effect Type: Auto Volume Swell (Slow Gear)
- Production Period: 1979–1982
- Power: 9V battery or ACA-compatible AC adapter
- Current Draw: 3.9mA (DC 9V)
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Controls:
- Sens (Sensitivity): Adjusts the threshold for the effect.
- Attack: Controls the speed of the volume swell.
- Footswitch: Turns the effect on and off.
- Jacks: Input, Output, AC Adaptor
- Dimensions: 70(W) x 55(H) x 125(D) mm (2-3/4" x 2-3/16" x 4-15/16")
- Weight: 400g (0.88 lbs.)
- Construction: "Made in Japan"
Key Features
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Volume Swell Effect:The SG-1 filters out the initial attack of a note and gradually swells the volume, producing a smooth, violin-like sound.
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Circuitry:The SG-1 uses a similar circuit to the NF-1 Noise Gate but operates in reverse to create the swell effect.
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Rarity:It is one of BOSS's rarest and most collectible pedals, making it a highly sought-after item for guitarists and collectors.
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