Dirt Box Dilemma

Alright, so I was considering buying the Tonebone Trimode, since I can switch between rhythm and lead sounds and clean. But then I learned that the Boss DS-2 can do the same thing, correct me if I'm wrong.

So here's why each one would work for me:

Trimode: Tube Driven (Although I'm not a tube snob)
All sounds plus switching in one pedal

DS-2: It's a Boss :mrgreen:
I have a DS-1, and I love it for rhythm (And I here the DS-2 can do it)
Smaller than the Trimode
I don't need the Trimode's effects loop

And here are some cons I can think of:

Trimode: More $$$
Bigger
More delicate because of the tubes??

DS-2: Needs switcher (any suggestions?)
...all I can think of right now.

Ah, yes, and here are some links

DS-2 http://www.musiciansfriend.com/product/Boss-DS2-Turbo-Distortion-Pedal-with-Remote-Jack?sku=151371

Trimode http://www.musiciansfriend.com/product/Radial-Tonebone-Classic-TriMode-Distortion-Pedal?sku=153925

I had hoped to try the TriMode vs the FD2 mosfet edition because they both have 2 levels of overdrive. I don't have a pedalboard and didn't like the idea of running an AC cord for the TriMode so I got the FD2. I did let a young salesman in the local music store check out my FD2 and he thought it blew away the TriMode that they had in the store. Unfortunately I didn't have time to stick around that day and stopped back only to pick up my FD2 at the ens of the day.
Never played a DS1 or a DS2.

Try a Duncan SFX-03. I have a Tonebone Classic, DS-1, and a DS-1 with Keeley style mods, and have played a Tonebone Hot British. The SFX-03 may be something to check out.

Tanks for the tip, Doc. I checked out the SFX-30, along with the DS-2 and Trimode on Musician's Friend and listened to the audio samples. The SFX sounded good, but the Trimode sounds more like what I'm looking for. It's a bit more expensive than I'd like, and I'd still like to try one out first. Anyway, thanks Doc, and Bob.

This is what I've been lookin' at:

http://www.musiciansfriend.com/product/MXR-Custom-Audio-Electronics-MC402-BoostOverdrive-Pedal?sku=151126

not as expensive as Tribone, AND designed by Custom Audio Electronics' Bob Bradshaw...the guitar gadget "guy" to many guitar "heroes".