XW-1 Wah Pedal

The Xotic XW-1 Wah captures the legendary vocal sweep of 1967-68 Clyde McCoy wahs while adding modern reliability and extensive tonal control. The circuit recreates the thick, expressive voice of the original Fasel-inductor wahs prized by collectors, with a sweep that moves from deep, throaty bass through vocal mids to crystalline highs.

Extensive controls set the XW-1 apart from basic wahs: Wah Q adjusts resonance from subtle to extreme, Bias controls the sweep's tonal center, and a Bass control shapes low-end response. These adjustments allow dialing in anything from vintage Shaft-era tones to modern high-gain wah sounds. The enclosure is 20% smaller than vintage models while maintaining a comfortable sweep range. True bypass switching via a side-mounted button eliminates tone suck, while an adjustable treadle tension pot customizes pedal feel. The XW-1 delivers vintage wah tone with modern flexibility and reliability.