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Boss AW-3 Dynamic Wah 2000 - Present - Gold

UNBELIEVABLE “TALKING” WAH EFFECTS!

The BOSS AW-3 Dynamic Wah pedal gives guitarists a wide range of classic auto-wah and dynamic wah effects, plus a new "Humanizer" effect which can simulate human vowel sounds. A Bass input provides a variety of funky wah sounds for bass guitar.

  • Compact pedal creates a variety of classic "wah" effects
  • Dynamic wah sounds provide variable effect based on picking strength
  • "Humanizer" effect creates human voice-type vowel sounds
  • Dedicated Bass input for processing bass guitar
  • EXP Pedal mode allows wah control via optional expression pedal
  • Tempo can be set for pedal control or at fixed rate via Manual mode
  • BOSS five-year warranty

A “Talking” Pedal

  • The AW-3 Dynamic Wah is the first compact wah pedal to incorporate human voice-type sounds through a new “Humanizer” Mode. Of course, you can also choose from standard up-and-down wah effects, plus a Tempo Mode and resonant synth-like Sharp Mode.

Endless Possibilities

  • Choose from both fixed and auto wah settings using the Manual control or pedal for tempo input. By connecting an optional expression pedal, the AW-3 can also be used for Pedal Wah effects. A dedicated Bass input permits direct processing of bass guitars.

SPECS

Nominal Input Level: -20 dBu

Input Impedance: 1 M ohm

Nominal Output Level: -20 dBu

Output Impedance: 1 k ohm

Recommended Load Impedance: 10 k ohms or greater

Bypass: Buffered bypass

Controls: MODE knob, SENS knob, MANUAL knob, DECAY knob, Pedal switch

Indicator: CHECK indicator (Used for indication of check battery)

Connectors: GUITAR IN jack: 1/4-inch phone type, BASS IN jack: 1/4-inch phone type, OUTPUT jack: 1/4-inch phone type, EXP/CTL jack: 1/4-inch phone type, DC IN jack

Power Supply: Alkaline battery (9 V, 6LR61), AC adaptor (PSA series: sold separately)

Current Draw: 50 mA

Expected battery life under continuous use: Alkaline: Approx. 8 hours
*These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.

AccessoriesLeaflet ("USING THE UNIT SAFELY," "IMPORTANT NOTES," and "Information"), Alkaline battery (9 V, 6LR61)

Options (sold separately): AC adaptor: PSA series; Expression Pedal: EV-30/FV-500H/FV-500L, Roland EV-5; Footswitch (momentary-type): FS-5U/FS-6/FS-7

 

SIZE AND WEIGHT

Width: 73 mm = 2-7/8 inches

Depth: 129 mm = 5-1/8 inches

Height: 59 mm = 2-3/8 inches

Weight (including battery): 430 g = 1 lb

 

* 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms

* The specifications are subject to change without notice.