Up for sale is a classic BOSS OD-1 Over Drive from December 1980, made in Japan. While this isn't one of the ultra-rare silver screw era variants, it's still an important piece of Boss history and one of the pedals that helped define what overdrive should sound like.

This example features the NEC4558 op amp, black screw battery compartment and an early serial number of 010100. By the end of 1980 Boss had moved into more consistent production, but these Japanese-built OD-1s still have all the character that made the pedal famous. Warm, punchy and incredibly responsive, it has that unmistakable midrange push that works so well into a clean valve amp or as a boost into an already driven one.

For anyone wanting to experience a genuine vintage Japanese OD-1, this is a fantastic way to do it. It delivers the same legendary circuit and feel as the earlier pedals, but without the collector premium that comes with silver screw models. If you've always wanted an original OD-1, this is a much more affordable way to own one while still getting a real piece of pedal history.

Whether you're a player looking for an inspiring overdrive or a collector building a vintage Boss lineup, this is a pedal that deserves its place. It represents the start of a design that has influenced countless overdrive pedals over the last four decades, and it's easy to hear why the OD-1 has earned such a legendary reputation.

Please study the photos carefully for condition, and feel free to get in touch if you have any questions.