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OverviewAvailable now is an original 1980s Arion SDI-1 Distortion, Made in Japan by Prince Tsushinkogyo Ltd. and complete with its original Arion box.The SDI-1 is one of the more interesting early Japanese Arion distortion pedals, combining a straightforward three control distortion circuit with a dual output arrangement and Direct/Soft switching. It offers a punchy, aggressive vintage distortion sound with more routing flexibility than many compact pedals from the same era.This example is clearly marked Made in Japan and carries serial number 605655. SpecificationsModel: Arion SDI-1 DistortionEra: 1980sCountry of Manufacture: JapanManufacturer: Prince Tsushinkogyo Ltd.Serial Number: 605655Controls: Level, Tone, DistDirect / Soft selectorDual outputs9V battery or adapter operationPeriod Arion box included✅ ConditionFully functional, works exactly as it should, cosmetics as pictured.The pedal presents well for its age with only very minor vintage wear to the housing and footplate. The box also shows age related wear and edge wear consistent with storage and use.What’s IncludedArion SDI-1 DistortionPeriod Arion box📦 ShippingCarefully packed and fully insured Australia and Worldwide. Discreet international shipping provided.Final NotesA nice opportunity to pick up an original Made in Japan Arion distortion with its box. The SDI-1 is a distinctive piece of 1980s Japanese pedal design and a great option for players or collectors looking beyond the more common BOSS and Ibanez models.