Detail 01
True-bypass switching
The pedal uses true-bypass switching.
Product detailSKU #1500000407346
LsL InstrumentsVITAL DS Versatile Modern Distortion Effects Pedal Red
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
VITAL DS is a distortion pedal with a wide working range, from smooth, lower-intensity drive settings through harder rock, punk, and metal territory. At higher gain, it is described as retaining clarity, while its focused midrange shaping is intended to help the guitar remain distinct in stage and studio setups. True bypass keeps switching straightforward. The compact steel enclosure uses 1/4-inch connections and runs from a 9V DC, negative-center supply.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Stage and studio guitar setups that need midrange shaping to keep distorted parts distinct.
- Players moving from smoother drive settings into hard rock, punk, or metal distortion.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Power setups that cannot provide 9V DC with a negative-center, 2.1 mm connection.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
390 kOhm input impedance; 4 kOhm output impedance
These are the pedal’s stated input and output impedance values.
Detail 03
4.69 × 2.09 × 3.82 inches; 0.98 weight
These are the listed enclosure dimensions and weight.
Detail 04
10 mA at 9V
The pedal’s listed power draw is 10 mA when operated at 9V.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Provide 9V DC power with negative center through a 2.1 mm DC connection.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What power does the VITAL DS require?
It uses 9V DC, negative-center power through a 2.1 mm DC jack and draws 10 mA at 9V.
02Does it use true bypass?
Yes. The VITAL DS has true-bypass switching.
03What connections does it use?
Its input/output connection is specified as 1/4 inch.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsPickups & controls
- True Bypass Switching
- Yes
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Red
6 detailsConnections & power
- Input Output Jack
- 1/4 inch
- Input Impedance
- 390 kohm
- Output Impedance
- 4 kohm
- DC Jack
- 2.1 mm
- Power Supply
- 9V DC (Negative center)
- Power Consumption
- 10mA (9V)
2 detailsSize & weight
- Dimensions Wxhxd
- 4.69 inch x 2.09 inch x 3.82 inch
- Weight
- 0.98
1 detailsOther
- Steel Enclosure
- Yes
