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Description
Unleash your creativity with the Boss AW-3 Dynamic Wah, a versatile pedal that offers an array of classic and unique wah effects. From the timeless auto-wah and dynamic wah effects to the innovative "humanizer" effect that mimics human vowel sounds, this pedal is a powerful tool in any guitarist's arsenal.
Beyond its impressive range of effects, the Boss AW-3 Dynamic Wah stands out with its dual input functionality, accommodating both guitar and bass inputs for a wide array of funky wah sounds. Whether you're a guitarist looking to add some texture to your solos, or a bassist seeking to bring some extra groove to your lines, the AW-3 Dynamic Wah has you covered.
The Boss AW-3 Dynamic Wah also offers an EXP mode for optional expression pedal control, giving you even more flexibility in shaping your sound. Whether you prefer to set your wah manually, or let the music guide your tone with the auto-wah setting, the AW-3 has a mode to suit your style.
Key Features:
- Wide range of wah effects including classic auto-wah, dynamic wah and innovative "humanizer" effect
- Dual input functionality accommodates both guitar and bass
- EXP mode for optional expression pedal control
- Compact and durable metal chassis
- Backed by Boss's limited 5-year warranty
Owner's manual
Boss AW-3 Dynamic Wah User ManualProduct specs
| Pedal Type | Auto-wah |
| Inputs | 2 x Instrument |
| Outputs | 1 x 1/4" |
| Power Source | 9V DC power supply (sold separately) |
| Batteries | 1 x 9V |
| Height | 2.4" |
| Width | 2.9" |
| Depth | 5.1" |
| Weight | 0.9 lbs. |
FAQs
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Can the Boss AW-3 Dynamic Wah be used with both guitar and bass?
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Yes, the Boss AW-3 Dynamic Wah is designed to work with both guitar and bass, providing versatile wah effects for each instrument.
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What power supply does the Boss AW-3 Dynamic Wah require?
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The Boss AW-3 Dynamic Wah requires a 9V DC power supply, which is sold separately, or it can be powered by a 9V battery.
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Does the Boss AW-3 Dynamic Wah have any unique features compared to other wah pedals?
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The Boss AW-3 Dynamic Wah includes a unique "Humanizer" effect, which simulates human vocal vowel sounds, offering more expressive tonal options compared to standard wah pedals.
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How does the Boss AW-3 Dynamic Wah connect to my setup?
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The Boss AW-3 Dynamic Wah features two instrument inputs and a single 1/4" output, allowing for flexible connectivity in your pedalboard setup.
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Is the Boss AW-3 Dynamic Wah suitable for live performances?
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Yes, the Boss AW-3 Dynamic Wah is compact, durable, and offers a range of expressive sounds, making it well-suited for live performances.
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BOSS AW-3 Dynamic Wah [BOSS Sound Check]
Reviews
PROS
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Compatible with both guitar and bass
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Offers a diverse range of wah and voice effects
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Dynamic response enhances playability
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Versatile, suitable for multiple genres, especially funk
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Provides unique modulated and envelope filter sounds
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Easy to create various sound combinations
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Durable construction and quality
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Works well in live settings
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Includes a bass input for distinct bass tones
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Supports expression pedal for extended control
CONS
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Some users find it difficult to dial in useful sounds
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Not as dynamic as some expect from the name
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Can be complex for those preferring simple pedals
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Some effects deemed not useful by certain players
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Battery life can be a drawback for some
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May not be the best choice for traditional wah users
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Boss AW-3 Dynamic Wah.
Features and functionality
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The "humanization" feature adds a unique tonal variation, described as a "boinky" sound, with even more pronounced settings available.
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Questions arise about the compatibility of the tempo setting with the humanizer feature, indicating interest in automating the effect akin to a GT-10.
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The AW-3 is noted for its ability to approximate an envelope filter, though not as pronounced as some other models.
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Setup and maintenance
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Using the bass input can enhance the pedal's blending with bypass, maintaining frequency balance and avoiding excessive reduction.
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Use cases and applications
User experience
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Some users report noise issues in the tempo setting, potentially linked to proximity to power supplies.
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4.0 out of 5
Based on 7 Reviews and 40 Ratings
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Ok
It takes some time to figure out the controls but it's a very decent sounding auto wah. I personally find it to be too harsh going into a clean amp, but once you add overdrive/distortion it becomes very usable.
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very versitile wah
This pedal can do almost any filter you will need in any situation. Plus it have the voicing setting, that help you a lot to a lot of things in different ways
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As good an Auto Wah as you'll get
Not as versatile as a manual Wah, but still quirky and expressive enough for all sorts of applications. To my ears, the Bass input sounds better than the Guitar input when used with a guitar. I find the guitar input sounds weak and excessively trebly in comparison, so if you try it and feel the same make a point of swapping over for comparison.
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What would you recommend, then?
Artist usage
Add artist"[Niklas Arson uses a] Boss AW-3 Dynamic Wah used for the intro to "Hate to Say I Told You So.'"
On September 26, 2018, Julian Wolf uploaded a photograph of his pedalboard he used with his band "Funk Fagment" at the Satis&Fy AG rehearsal stage complex in Werne, Germany to his official Instagram story at http://instagram.com/julianwolfoff. On the right-hand side of the pedalboard, the Boss AW-3 Dynamic Wah Guitar Effects Pedal can be found.
Inside the booklet of the 2010 reissue of Bad Porn Movie Trax you can see the complete pedalboard of Cyril for the 2009 Bad Porn's tour (even if here the scan is in poor quality and it's a montage to gather 2 photos of CC's pedalboard that are not on the same pages in the booklet), it's composed of (left to right): Dunlop CryBaby GCB95, BOSS TU-2, Ibanez TS9, Digitech Whammy WH-4, MI Audio G.I. Fuzz, BOSS AW-3, T-Rex Tremster (version with the little T-Rex animal logo at the bottom left corner and Tremster name at the bottom right), T-Rex Replica and a Mesa/Boogie Rectifier 3 Channel footwsitch.
In the YouTube video titled "2021.03.13『MACHINE HEADS』大野雅彦展 機材について" by fukugangallery, at the 13:15 mark, you can see Masahiko Ohno using the Boss AW-3 Dynamic Wah as part of his setup.
Luke Weiler has played a BOSS AW-3 Dynamic Wah/Envelope Filter Pedal in Positive Mental Trip since 2016. He has played more live shows using this pedal than any other Envelope Filter wah pedal during the 2016-2019 Positive Mental Trip era. Often using it with an expression pedal for a rather warm standard wah sound without the ice pick like treble-y sounds, it was one of Luke’s favorite pedals. It was not used in the studio during the 2018-2019 studio sessions for the “Love Never Dies” album and it was last played live at “The Black and White Album” release party in 2017. “It is still one of my favorite pedals much like my white GCB cry baby my father gave me but we have higher quality analog wah filters to use now. I prefer to use the Xotic XW-1 for Standard wah wah sounds and the MOOG Low Pass Filter. My E-Bow broke but if I can get an E-Bow before recording for this album finishes I’ll take a killer E-Bow solo with the AW-3. I try to feature every pedal in my collection on at least one guitar part on every PMT Album.”
In the video titled "Padi Reborn Check Sound (alat perang Padi Reborn)" by Papa Cayo on YouTube, Rindra is seen using the Boss AW-3 Dynamic Wah pedal.
In the final picture of an Instagram post by zbouvion, Kazumoto Endo's setup is shown to include the Boss AW-3 Dynamic Wah.
Published on 11 Mar 2014 So many of you had asked, so here's a demo/walk-through video of my RC300-based looping rig!
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