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Description
With the XW-1 you will enjoy some exciting and innovative features including:
¢ Self-lubricating nylon bushing pivot for quiet and smooth operation with fully-adjustable rocker pedal tension
¢ Gold contact relay true bypassing, which allows for transparent true bypass tone, while incorporating ultra reliable switching with minimum one million life cycle
¢ 20% smaller footprint than conventional wah pedals
¢ Fully adjustable Wah-Q and Bias controls and a two-band EQ with +/-15 dB center-detent potentiometers optimize the voicing for different playing styles and gear
¢ Fuzz-friendly buffering circuit assures a great sounding wah tone with your favorite fuzz pedals
External Controls & Features:
Bias Control - Changing the bias warmer will lead the XW-1 to having slightly more output & firm up bass frequencies along with a more pronounced wah through the sweep. A cold bias is common with vintage wah pedals for a very clear voice that is more transparent in tone and smoother in operation.
Wah Q Control - This knob adjusts the Q (the width of the filter peak) and in basic terms, adjusts the amount of the wah effect for precise filter shaping to achieve vocal-like effects.
Treble & Bass Control - A two-band EQ with +/-15 dB center-detent potentiometers optimize the voicing for different playing styles and gear
Adjustable Rubber Stopper - Located on the backside bottom of the treadle this rubber bumper can be shimmed to adjust the travel range of the pedal.
Adjustable Pedal Torsion - Fully-adjustable rocker pedal torsion by adjusting Hex nut on the treadle.
LED Indicator - The LED indicator is located at the top of the XW-1 and lights up when the pedal is on. One unique feature of the XW-1 is the LED will flash if the battery power falls below 50% and indicates that it is time to change the battery.
DC Jack - 2.1mm x 5.5mm 9VDC - Negative Center. When an external power supply is used, the battery is disconnected from the circuit. When using a battery, the life of the battery can be extended if you unplug the input when the effect is not in use for long periods of time. Battery access is through the removal of bottom plate (4 screws).



Features
- Bias Control
- Wah Q Control
- Treble & Bass Control
- Adjustable Pedal Torsion
- LED Indicator
- DC Jack
- Input Gain
- Relay Bypass Switching
- Internal Dip Switches
- Power Consumption: 9VDC/5mA
- Battery Type: 9VDC (006P) x 1
- AC Adapter (Optional): Regulated 9VDC / Negative Tips
- Input Impedance: 1M ohm
- Output Impedance: 10K ohm
- Nominal Intput Level -20 dBV
- Nominal Output Level -20 dBV
- Bypass: True Bypass
- Dimensions: D 8.27" (210mm) W 3.94" (100mm) H 2.64 (67mm)
- Weight: 2.16lb. (980g)
Reviews
5
11 Reviews
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend
- Performances7
- Home Studio6
- Professional Recording3
- Amateur Recording2
- Outdoor Events / Games1
- Pricey / Poor Value1
- Experienced6
- Professional Musician2
- Novice1
- Excellent Sound Quality9
- Versatile8
- Compact7
- Responsive7
- Good Selection Of Effects3
Reviewed by 11 customers
Xotic Quality
submitted6 years ago
byC
fromFl
Its the effects Bias, Wah-Q, Treble and Bass that make this Pedal sound great. Had a different make before and had Problems with the Switch. Also this wah is smaller/Compact which makes it a +
Love it
submitted6 years ago
byEd
fromCLEVELAND. Ohio
Awesone
Best Wah Ever!!
submitted7 years ago
byVictor S.
fromSuperior, CO
I had owned a 535Q (nice for overdrives, not so good for clean sounds) and a Keeley Vox-Modded Mello Wah (good for vintage clean tones only), and now I feel I've found a definitive wah for my taste. The Bass and Treble controls help to equalize the guitar sound, the Q pot works well in order to find your sweetspot, Bias control is useful thickening the low-mid frequencies, and one of the internal trim pots allows you to turn on some extra high frequencies if you want more crispness. This one works well with clean and distorted sounds as well, it's extremely versatile and the foot action is really smooth.
Best pedal I ever bought!
Verified Buyer
submitted8 years ago
byJoe
fromWoodbury, CT
All too often I add a new pedal to my board and wait to be blown away only to feel like, "that was it?" Not this time, once I rearranged everything and got it where I wanted it I was in love. Sound quality was excellent, didn't suck any tone from my guitar at all. Great purchase!
Xotic pedals worth getting.
Verified Buyer
submitted8 years ago
byPAT
fromundisclosed
Nice wah pedal, better than Dunlop, boss and vox etc. Xotic makes great effects pedals by far.
BEST Wah on the market today!!!!!
Verified Buyer
submitted9 years ago
byDavid
fromundisclosed
I LOVE IT!!! After buying and using various wah pedals over the years. (Dunlop Crybaby, Morley Classic and the Mini Maverick). I've FINALLY found a wah that is so versatile and easy to use my mind is blown!!!. After reading different reviews I was originally looking to buy the Dunlop John Pettrucci wah because it had all the similar features, but the fact that all the adjustments were inside the pedal turned me off. (Which to me... defeats the purpose of having these mini trim pots). Then I saw a video review of this one and I knew that THIS ONE was the real deal!!! I love how you can change the tone to suit whatever guitar you're playing!! I own a Slick SL54 which has a very clean and bright sounding pickup in it.... but this wah was able to tame the highs and fatten the tone up. Total opposite with my Les Paul Special.... I was able to add in some more highs and cut back on the bass a little. BRILLIANT!!!! I would HIGHLY recommend this pedal to anyone!!! I'll never buying another wah...... unless they can somehow improve upon this one, but I doubt it.
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submitted5 years ago
asked byT
fromSan Jose, CA
What plugs do you need to be able to use this pedal right away? I am purchasing as a gift and want to ensure the recipient has all necessary connections in order to open and use. Thanks!
You will need 2 1/4 inch cables and a 9V power adapter

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