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Item Number:
038700342177
Brand:
Arion Distortiion Sdi-1 Guitar Pedal Boxed
Colour:
Black
Guitar Pedal Type:
Electric
Arion SDI-1 Stereo Distortion (1980s, Japan/Sri Lanka)
Original box & manual included — no AC adaptor
The Arion SDI-1 Stereo Distortion is an analog guitar effects pedal from the 1980s, first produced in Japan and later assembled in Sri Lanka. Designed as an affordable yet versatile distortion, it delivers heavy, high-gain tones while offering stereo output options that set it apart from other pedals of the era.
Its dual outputs allow for standard mono use or stereo rigs. With the Direct/Soft switch, players can choose to send the same distorted signal to both amps or split the sound between one distorted and one clean channel for a wide, layered soundstage.
A predecessor to Arion’s Metal Master, the SDI-1 is lightweight, easy to power, and sought after for its unique stereo functionality.
Controls
Level – output volume
Tone – adjusts EQ brightness/warmth
Distortion – sets gain intensity
Mode Switch (Direct/Soft, OUT 2) – configures second output (stereo or blend option)
Pedal Switch – engage/bypass
Check LED – effect status & battery condition
Connections
Input jack
Output jack 1
Output jack 2
AC adapter jack
Technical Specs
Power: 9V battery or 100–200mA AC adapter
Current draw: 7.2mA (DC 9V)
Input impedance: 300kΩ
Output impedance: ≥10kΩ
Noise level: –65dB (0dB = 1V input short)
Dimensions: 73W × 50H × 127D mm
Weight: 330g (with battery)
Highlights
Stereo distortion with dual outputs
Direct/Soft switch for flexible clean/blend options
Blend clean + distorted in stereo setups
Lightweight plastic enclosure with quick-access battery compartment
Part of Arion’s original 1980s pedal line
Condition: Comes in original box with original manual. No AC adaptor included.
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Arion SDI-1 Stereo Distortion (1980s, Japan/Sri Lanka)
Original box & manual included — no AC adaptor
The Arion SDI-1 Stereo Distortion is an analog guitar effects pedal from the 1980s, first produced in Japan and later assembled in Sri Lanka. Designed as an affordable yet versatile distortion, it delivers heavy, high-gain tones while offering stereo output options that set it apart from other pedals of the era.
Its dual outputs allow for standard mono use or stereo rigs. With the Direct/Soft switch, players can choose to send the same distorted signal to both amps or split the sound between one distorted and one clean channel for a wide, layered soundstage.
A predecessor to Arion’s Metal Master, the SDI-1 is lightweight, easy to power, and sought after for its unique stereo functionality.
Controls
Level – output volume
Tone – adjusts EQ brightness/warmth
Distortion – sets gain intensity
Mode Switch (Direct/Soft, OUT 2) – configures second output (stereo or blend option)
Pedal Switch – engage/bypass
Check LED – effect status & battery condition
Connections
Input jack
Output jack 1
Output jack 2
AC adapter jack
Technical Specs
Power: 9V battery or 100–200mA AC adapter
Current draw: 7.2mA (DC 9V)
Input impedance: 300kΩ
Output impedance: ≥10kΩ
Noise level: –65dB (0dB = 1V input short)
Dimensions: 73W × 50H × 127D mm
Weight: 330g (with battery)
Highlights
Stereo distortion with dual outputs
Direct/Soft switch for flexible clean/blend options
Blend clean + distorted in stereo setups
Lightweight plastic enclosure with quick-access battery compartment
Part of Arion’s original 1980s pedal line
Condition: Comes in original box with original manual. No AC adaptor included.
