@bluecheesemints9208
i think it's important to note that the rat feels so full because the filter isnt too open - the DS-1 could use with similarly rolling the tone back especially at higher gain
@ecrecords615
Double track your rhythm part with Rat track panned one way and DS1 panned the other. Will combine for massive stereo sound!!
@benjamusic8888
Actually i thought i'd love the ds1 more... but the rat has such a beautiful sound❤
@LowKickMT
the rat sounds like every high gain on an amp the ds1/2 is like a high rpm chainsaw, iconic af
@bobsala7780
Despite all my rage I am still just a RAT in a cage.
@HangYourCross999
RAT all day. Been using one for decades despite ridicule… until now. It can get huge sounding with the right amp / can combo, especially when paired with other pedals for flavor
@hippyhobo6285
I like the Rat more but the DS1 is good for when you're layering tracks as well, by having different distortion sounds stacked together you have a more full sound I find.
@StaticcSignal
Both are good. Ds-1 is great to pair with fuzz and od to make the tone sound fuller whereas Rat is good stand-alone. At least in my experience
@nedim_guitar
For those who haven't tried it, the DS-1 is great into a distorted amp, like Marshall. It tightens the low end of it nicely.
@jameslong9921
There is no "better" imo, you could happily drown any audience in the sonic wash of either beastie.
@GuitarsRgood7
I listened blind and totally thought the DS-1 was first, which sounded best to my ears. The Rat sounds more full. I just finally ordered one yesterday and can't wait for it to arrive!
@hippoheadstudios4097
rat all day. its more broken up and just has a better feel
@freepadz6241
DS1 instant Bleach vibes.
@telemachia
One is Sonic Youth, other is Smashing Pumpkins
@Bellabaddi
After about 30 plus years of playing, finally got a rat. Digging it. It has a 80s glam rock vibe to me… with my current setup.
@andrew6889-p5c
I know this wasn’t the point, but the combination of the two of them operating in call and response is really nice. Each one gives a different feel for the same riff. Neither one better or worse.
@commondog3956
Both are solid.
@Oldmanhenderson12
Both of these together can make a cool sound, the DS-1 should be used for an overdrive or boost pedal while the seat is your main distortion
@usernamedenied1881
The Rat gives me ‘Bullet with Butterfly Wings’ vibes ;)
@Bruin_ffs