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Best volume wah guitar pedal
1. Behringer Hellbabe HB01 Ultimate Wah-Wah Pedal with Optical Control
Feature
Multi-functional Wah-Wah pedal-offers everything you need for all styles and soundsThis BEHRINGER product has been designed to compete head to head with leading products on the market
Total optical control for wear-and-tear-free pedal operation (no mechanical pots and switches)
Unique spring-back pedal mechanism with resistance adjustment for ultimate playing style (option to remove)
Heel-down frequency range freely adjustable via Range control (440 Hz to 250 Hz) for use even with bass guitars
Description
BEHRINGER HELLBABE HB01
Ultimate Wah-Wah Pedal with Optical Control
- Multi-functional Wah-Wah pedal - offers everything you need for all styles and sounds
- This BEHRINGER product has been designed to compete head to head with leading products on the market
- Total optical control for wear-and-tear-free pedal operation (no mechanical pots and switches)
- Unique spring-back pedal mechanism with resistance adjustment for ultimate playing style (option to remove)
- Heel-down frequency range freely adjustable via Range control (440 Hz to 250 Hz) for use even with bass guitars
- Additional Fine Tune control allows high-end extension of sweep range for incredibly bright, ultra-present tone
- Ultra-musical Q control for precise filter shaping to achieve vocal-like effects
- Tunable boost function including On/Off switch to push your licks up to the limit
- Dual LED indicators for Effect On/Off and Boost On/Off at the tail of the pedal for total control
- Ultra-low noise circuitry for outstanding audio performance
- Runs on 9 V battery or the BEHRINGER PSU-SB DC power supply (not included)
- High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction ensure long life
- Conceived and designed by BEHRINGER Germany
The HELL-BABE HB01 is unlike any wah you've ever stepped on, offering a tremendous array of tone-sculpting options. You get everything from "old-school" wah to the most up-to-date sounds, all in one mesmerizing effects pedal. The HELL-BABE will add new dimension and depth to your artistic expression.
What's So Great About the HELL-BABE?
First of all, this demon's heel-down RANGE control provides low frequency adjustment that can be swept from 440 Hz down to 250 Hz, making the HB01 the ideal companion for either guitar or bass. For custom-tailoring the toe-down frequency range, the HELL-BABE features a FINE control, allowing you to adjust the frequency sweep as high as 2.2 kHz.
Volume Boost
You can even dial in a powerful volume BOOST (up to +15 dB), so that when you do step on the HB01, your guitar will rise to the top of the mix. A highly versatile Q control is provided for precise filter shaping and for achieving vocal-like effects.
No-Nonsense Build Quality
Unlike anything else on the market, the HELL-BABE uses no mechanical pots or switches, which significantly reduces on wear and tear. But that's not all that separates this pedal from the pack; it also features a spring-back pedal mechanism with resistance adjustment. And thanks to our ultra-bright LED indicators you'll always know when it's on and when the volume boost is activated. You can power this bad boy with a 9V battery or our PSU-SB DC power supply (not included).
Value
The super-affordable HELL-BABE HB01 is loaded with user-friendly features, and is quite a bit more versatile than your dad's wah. Step on one today at your BEHRINGER dealer and experience "love at first wah!"
2. Dunlop GCB95 Cry Baby Wah Guitar Effects Pedal
Feature
Heavy Die Cast ConstructionPowered by the Dunlop ECB-03 AC Adapter (not included) and/or 9 volt battery
Dimensions: 10" x 4" x 2-1/2"
Weight: 3.7 lbs.
Color: Black
Description
The Dunlop Crybaby is the original - the one that created some of the most timeless sounds in rock. When people talk about wah pedals, they're talking about the Crybaby. Relied on by Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Buddy Guy, David Gilmour, and many other greats. Features: Heavy die cast construction for years of reliability, 100k ohm Hot Potz potentiometer that allows for that quick, abrupt wah sound. Powered by the Dunlop ECB-03 AC Adapter and/or 9 volt battery. The Crybaby has been a standard in the world of music since its introduction in the late 1960's. Its rugged construction and efficient design will give years of outstanding performance.3. SONICAKE VolWah Active Volume & Wah Pedal
Feature
Pure analog circuit design combines an active volume and a vintage wah in 1 mini-sized pedal, which is extremely compact, a true space-saver for your crowded pedal board.The volume part of the pedal is an active circuit, which would save you from a lot of trouble of impedance mismatch issues.
The wah part of the pedal is going after the iconic Crybaby style, vintage wah sound, which is dynamic and responsive, meanwhile employed widely by guitarist from all genres.
Made of hard plastic, the pedal comes with a lightweight casing but yet truly robust and well-built. Two LED light shows the working state of the pedal, indicating which mode the pedal is engaged with.
Input Impedance(Volume Mode): 1M Ohms; Output Resistance(Expression Mode): 100 Ohms; Power Supply9V DC (Negative in the center); Dimensions: 148.5(D)*65.5(W)*61(H)mm; Net Weight: 250g.
Description
SONICAKE Expression Pedal VolWah is an active volume/wah pedal.
Pure analog circuit design combines an active volume and a vintage wah in 1 mini-sized pedal, which is extremely compact, a true space-saver for your crowded pedal board.
The volume part of the pedal is an active circuit, which would save you from a lot of trouble of impedance mismatch issues.
The wah part of the pedal is going after the iconic Crybaby style, vintage wah sound, which is dynamic and responsive, meanwhile employed widely by guitarist from all genres.
The pedal is made of hard plastic, with a lightweight casing but yet truly robust and well-built.
Two LED light shows the working state of the pedal, indicating which mode the pedal is engaged with.
Input Impedance(Volume Mode): 1M Ohms;
Output Resistance(Expression Mode): 100 Ohms;
Power Supply9V DC (Negative in the center);
Dimensions: 148.5(D)*65.5(W)*61(H)mm.
Taste it!
4. Donner 2 in 1 Vowel Mini Active Wah Volume Effect Guitar Pedal
Feature
1.Analog circuit design, 2 functions in 1 pedal - active volume and Vintage Wah pedal.2.Active volune design for eliminating signal loss.
3.The Wah response is based on the original Crybaby response.
4.Made of hard plastic lightweight casing but very robust and well made.
5.Two Led lights lead to easy operation, switch between two mods by footswitch.Not Power Adapter Come With
Description
Product DescriptionThe New Volume/Wah pedal from Donner Company with the name of Vowel, which is also a analog circuit pedal. The Mini 2 in 1 Volume/Wah Pedal is a multi-functional pedal with extremely lightweight casing, which provides convenience for guitarists. The Vowel delivers both an excellent wah response along with volume function and all in a small footprint. Very small footprint and much shorter than a standard wah pedal or volume pedal. Press the footswith to switch two different mode between wah mode and volume mode. LED indicate the current mode: Green LED mode is volume mode, and Red LED mode is wah mode. In wah mode, the response is based on the original Crybaby response. What you need to do is just press it, and feel the vocal sweep and lush harmonics from the wah's classic era. In volume mode, Donner designed a special active circuit that ensures keeping every detail of your sound. As a volume pedal, the Vowel could satisfy every strict demand of every guitarists.
Specifications
1.Input: 1/4Monaural Jack.
2.Output: 1/4Monaural Jack.
3.Working Current: 22mA.
4.Power Supply: DC 9V (Negative in the center )
5.Dimensions: 148.5mm (D)*65.5mm (W)*60mm (H)
6.Net Weight: 280g (with box)
Precautions
Environment:
1.Do not use the pedal in high temperature, high humidity, or subzero environments.
2.Do not use the pedal in the direct sunlight.
Please do not dissemble the pedal by yourself.
Please keep the manual for future reference.
Package included:
1 x Donner Vowel Mini Wah/Volume Pedal
1 x User's Manual
5. Donner Wah Cry 2 in 1 Mini Guitar Wah Effect/Volume Pedal True Bypass
Feature
2 in 1 pedal (WAH/volume). Multi-functional pedal with extremely mini sizeAdjustable control range (bottom value)
Active volume mode will keep lossless tone.
The response is based on the original Crybaby response
Working current: 15 mA. Power Supply: 9V AC adapter (Tip Negative)True bypass
Description
Product DescriptionThe Wah Cry delivers both an excellent Wah response along with Volume function and all in a small footprint. Very small footprint and much shorter than a standard Wah pedal or Volume pedal. Switch on the side for either Wah or Volume. Rock on the ball of your foot and you can get comfortable pretty quick.In WAH mode, the response is based on the original Crybaby response. What you need to do is just press it, and feel the vocal sweep and lush harmonics from the wah's classic era. In VOL mode, Donner designed a special active circuit that ensures keeping every detail of your sound. Plus, we added an additional volume range control for VOL mode. As a volume pedal, the Wah Cry could satisfy every strict demand of every guitarists. 1. The pedal is negative center, so please make sure that the power supply is correct 2.The foot pedal is hard to push, in order to avoid operation error, as in wah mode the user needs to step on the pedal up and down, if the foot switch is too loose the pedal will be off easy and the effect will not go on. 3. When power on and there is no effect please check the wah/vol switch. Only when the switch is on wah mode the wah effect can work.
Specifications
Working current: 15 mA
Power Supply: 9V AC adapter (positive Tip)
Dimensions: 135mm (D)*70mm (W)*55mm (H)
Weight: 420g (with box)
Precautions
Environment:
1. Do not use the pedal in high temperature, high humidity, or subzero environments.
2. Do not use the pedal in the direct sunlight.
Please do not dissemble the pedal by yourself.
Please keep the manual for future reference.
Package included:
1 x Donner Wah Cry 2 in 1 Mini Wah/Volume Pedal
1 x User's Manual
6. Morley PDWII Pro Series II Distortion / Wah / Volume Pedal w/ Bonus Power Supply
Feature
Combo Wah, Volume and Distortion all in one handy pedalEquipped with Morley's improved High Q Wah: Wider sweep with more lows and high
Is also an optical Volume pedal when Wah is bypassed
Distortion works independently of Wah and Volume
Distortion has DRIVE, LEVEL and TONE control
Description
This pedal combines silky smooth volume control, wailing WAH and classic distortion in one fire-breathing pedal! Now with "High Q" Wah and "Clear-Tone" buffer circuitry that drives long cables and prevents signal loading. Distortion comes with DRIVE, TONE and LEVEL controls.7. Morley MWV Mini Wah Volume Guitar Effects Pedal, Black
Feature
Combo Electro-Optical Wah and Volume in one handy pedal6.75" L x 4.5" W x 2.75" H
"TrueTone" Bypass buffered circuit for no signal loading
Vintage Wah tone, Smooth Audio Volume taper
Powers from one 9-volt battery or optional Morley 9V adapter
Description
Scaled down optical Wah and volume combo pedal. Wah/Bypass Selector switch, Wah level control, LED indication, easy access battery door & cold rolled steel housing. Vintage wah tones and smooth audio volume taper. Measuring 6.75 x 4.5 W x 2.75 H, this is the perfect pedal for pedals boards when space is at a premium or when you just need a smaller pedal. Powers from one 9V battery or optional Morley adapter. LED Indication, cold-rolled steel housing, quick clip battery door and two-year warranty.8. Dunlop 95Q Cry Baby Wah Wah
Feature
"Q" Control varies the intensity of the wahVolume Boost for up to +15dB of added gain
Auto-Return function automatically engages effect
Power: Dunlop ECB003 AC Adapter or Single 9 volt battery
Description
We've taken the original Cry Baby and added three of our most popular upgrades: the famous "Q" Control, which varies the intensity of the wah effect by adjusting the effect's band pass shape; Volume Boost, for up to +15dB added gain; and our Auto-Return function that automatically engages the effect when you place your foot on the pedal. It all adds up to a versatile, great sounding wah. Power: Dunlop ECB003 AC Adapter or Single 9 volt battery9. Dunlop 535Q Cry Baby Multi-Wah Guitar Effects Pedal
Feature
Provides control over the most important wah parametersAbility to select frequency center and range of the effect
Features adjustable, switchable boost
Power: Dunlop ECB003 AC Adapter or Single 9 volt battery
Offers six new guitar wah ranges, "Q" dial allows you to shape your wah from a narrow, sharp wah to a broad, subtle wah.
Features a variable boost from 0 to +26 dB
Hard wire on/off switch
Description
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Cry Baby 535Q Multi-Wah
The 535Q is the most versatile wah pedal on the market. It provides control over the most important parameters, making it easy for you to create your ultimate wah tone. Select the frequency center of the effect, then dial in the frequency range to be swept by the pedal. From narrow and sharp to broad and subtle, this amazing wah can deliver it. Once you've got your sound, make sure it gets heard with the adjustable, switchable boost that can create endless sustain on any note.
Power
Dunlop ECB003 AC Adapter or Single 9 volt battery
Cry Baby
When you step on a Crybaby, you're given the same freedom of expression that inspired some of the most classic songs and solos of all time. Guitar gods ranging from Hendrix to Slash have all used it as an integral part of their voice and tone. It's no wonder that the Crybaby is still one of the best selling pedals in the world.
Quality
For over 28 years Dunlop has taken the Crybaby from its humble beginnings to an essential ingredient of creativity. Dunlop has continuously innovated and improved every aspect of this pedal, from its highest quality components and vast control options, all the way down to its heart and soul, the Fasel inductor, which gives it its unique and expressive voice.
Diversity
Dunlop manufactures and designs this pedal at its head quarters in Benicia, CA. We know this pedal inside and out. Today Dunlop offers over 15 different models, from signature series to custom shop models, each with its own unique voice. Put your foot down and be heard.
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About Dunlop Manufacturing, Inc.
Located in Benicia, California, Dunlop Manufacturing, Inc. was founded as a small, family-owned and operated company in 1965, and has since grown to be a leading manufacturer of electronic effects, picks, capos, slides, strings, and other musical instrument accessories. Dunlop is the home of such legendary products as the Crybaby wah and Tortex picks.
Features
- Fully adjustable wah wah for customizing your tone
- Select frequency range and center of effect
- Fully adjustable boost can be kicked on or off
- Runs on a single 9 volt battery or optional ECB003 AC Adapter
- Join the list of legendary players that use Cry Baby wah wah pedals
- Color: Black
10. Zoom G1Xon Guitar Effects Pedal with Expression Pedal
Feature
75 effects14 Amp models
Up to 5 effects can be used simultaneously
100 memory locations
Built in Expression pedal with additional effects
