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Boss AW-2 Auto Wah

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$71.40 Price Tier: Budget

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Introducing the Boss AW-2 Auto Wah, an ultra-responsive pedal that brings a new layer of expressiveness to your guitar playing. This pedal is a successor to the popular TW-1, adding a modern twist to its well-loved features. With a manual control for frequency modulation, along with depth and sens controls, you can tailor your wah effect to perfectly match your playing style. The AW-2 is an excellent choice for a variety of genres, from funk and blues to classic rock.

Key Features:

Manual control for frequency of wah modulation
Depth and Sens controls for a personalized effect
Reliable Boss construction
Versatile for various music genres such as funk, classic, or blues
Successor to the popular TW-1

Product specs

Brand	Boss
Model	AW-2 Auto Wah (Silver Label)
Finish	Yellow
Year	1991 - 1999
Made In	Taiwan
Categories	Filter and Wah Pedals

FAQs

What type of guitar is the Boss AW-2 Auto Wah suitable for?: The Boss AW-2 Auto Wah is suitable for both electric and bass guitars, offering versatile auto-wah effects tailored to enhance a wide range of playing styles.
How does the Boss AW-2 Auto Wah differ from a traditional wah pedal?: Unlike traditional wah pedals that require manual operation, the Boss AW-2 Auto Wah automatically modulates the wah effect based on your playing dynamics, providing hands-free operation.
What are the main controls on the Boss AW-2 Auto Wah?: The Boss AW-2 Auto Wah features controls for Sensitivity, Manual, Peak, and Rate, allowing you to fine-tune the responsiveness and depth of the wah effect to suit your playing style.
Does the Boss AW-2 Auto Wah require a specific power supply?: The Boss AW-2 Auto Wah operates on a 9V battery or a standard Boss PSA adapter, making it easy to power within most pedalboard setups.
Can the Boss AW-2 Auto Wah be used with other effects pedals?: Yes, the Boss AW-2 Auto Wah can be effectively integrated with other effects pedals, typically placed early in the signal chain for optimal responsiveness.

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PROS

Versatile, with deep depth and slow rate settings for dramatic effects
Offers a unique generative/random nature with LFO filter sweep
Works well in front of dirt, maintaining sound quality
Greater sensitivity range, ideal for low output single coil pickups
Allows for extensive control over Q and speed of envelope change
Starts chain with a nice buffer, enhancing overall sound quality
More adjustable settings compared to newer versions with presets

CONS

Noisy when not in use, requiring quick in and out to limit noise
Kills low end, causing a sharp drop-off in bottom end
Less effective when placed after dirt due to buffer
Lacks the ability for manual control, limiting expressive potential

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The Boss AW-2 is described as more of an envelope filter/auto wah, while the Dunlop Cry Baby Bass Wah is a true wah pedal, offering manual control and a different operational feel.
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Some users prefer the manual expression control of the Cry Baby Bass Wah over the automated nature of the Boss AW-2, valuing the ability to express manually.
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The EQD Spatial Delivery is praised for its lush tones and versatile range, offering both classic auto wah sounds and unique filtered tones, setting it apart from the Boss AW-2.
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The Dunlop Cry Baby Bass Wah includes a spring-loaded mechanism and a Q adjust feature, enhancing the effect's prominence without sacrificing tone.
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The EQD Spatial Delivery includes a random sample and hold feature, providing unique filter sequences, which is not found in the Boss AW-2.
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Owners of the Boss AW-2 report a noticeable loss of low end, with the AW-3 being slightly better due to its bass input, but still not as effective as the Cry Baby Bass Wah.
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The Boss AW-2 is reported to be quite noisy, with limited settings that produce desirable sounds, suggesting potential issues with older or second-hand units.
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Value and pricing

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The Valeton TW-10 is noted for its decent sound quality and affordability under $100, making it a budget-friendly alternative to more expensive auto wah pedals.
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The Analogman block logo envelope filter is highlighted for achieving desirable funk tones, making it a strong choice for players seeking that specific sound.
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3.5 out of 5

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zackvest

150

over 7 years ago

Wah pedal, without using foot motion.

This wah pedal is okay, you can set it for the sound of the wah, or how much you want the wah to go from bright to dull, it is not the best, because you can't control it yourself, but it is alright.

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Singer Guitarist Drummer

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Blues Indie rock Metal

in_vested

117

almost 9 years ago

not "wah"t you'd expect

really more of a flanger than a "real" wah pedal, the aw-2 works as well as you can expect it to, for a boss pedal (which is to say, good and sturdy).

jimmarchi1

41029

9 years ago almost 9 years ago

it is most definitely a bandpass filter controlled y an LFO rather than a foot treadle, not a flanger which is only related to wah electronically by the LFO utilized to sweep the effect, the flanger producing its signature sound via short delays with a variable delay time that CAN be swept by the LFO (rate knob) simulating 2 out of phase tape decks with a guy slowing one down and letting it catch up erpiodically by touching the 'flanges' of the reels.. I assure you the guts of the AW2 are pretty much a wah pedal, it might not be voiced the way your favorite wah is, but the entire circuit works on the same principle pioneered by Thomas Organ engineers for Vox way back when

in_vested

117

9 years ago almost 9 years ago

i meant that it affects the sound in a similar way, rather than making the "wah" noise per each strum/pluck, it does it on a repeat, not that it works in the same way as a flanger or is a flanger. sorry for the misunderstanding, thanks for clearing that up!