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Description
Embodying the future of the classic wah effect, the Boss PW-10 V-Wah pedal brings a treasure trove of sonic possibilities to your feet. Leveraging the power of COSM virtual modeling technology, it offers a range of six distinctive wah settings, including the much-adored Double Resonance, Uni-V, and a unique Voice setting that mimics the captivating tones of a talk box. The cherry on top? You get an onboard three-preset memory bank, allowing you to create and recall your custom tones on demand.
Key Features:
- Powered by COSM virtual modeling technology for authentic wah tones
- Offers six diverse wah settings including Double Resonance, Uni-V, and Voice
- Features an onboard three-preset memory bank for dialing and saving custom tones
- Compact and sturdy design, ideal for gigging musicians
- User-friendly interface for easy tone tweaking and preset management
- Provides a unique Voice setting for creating talk box-like tones
- Equipped with a built-in expression pedal for real-time control
Product specs
| Brand | Boss |
| Model | PW-10 V-Wah |
| Finish | Silver |
| Year | 2000s |
| Made In | Taiwan |
| Categories | Filter and Wah Pedals |
FAQs
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What makes the Boss PW-10 V-Wah pedal unique compared to other wah pedals?
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The Boss PW-10 V-Wah pedal is unique because it offers programmable modeling with six classic and modern wah sounds, plus exclusive effects like "Double Resonance," "Uni-V," and "Voice" that aren't found in other wah pedals.
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Can the Boss PW-10 V-Wah pedal be used with a bass guitar?
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Yes, the Boss PW-10 V-Wah pedal can be used with a bass guitar, providing a range of wah effects suitable for bass frequencies.
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Does the Boss PW-10 V-Wah require a specific power supply?
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The Boss PW-10 V-Wah pedal can be powered using a standard 9V power supply or a 9V battery for convenience.
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How many wah sounds are available on the Boss PW-10 V-Wah pedal?
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The Boss PW-10 V-Wah pedal features six classic and modern wah sounds, offering a wide range of tonal possibilities.
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Is the Boss PW-10 V-Wah pedal suitable for live performances?
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Yes, the Boss PW-10 V-Wah pedal is designed for live performances, with programmable settings that allow for quick access to different wah sounds on stage.
Videos
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PW-10 V-Wah [BOSS Sound Check]
Reviews
PROS
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Offers a wide variety of wah models including JMI Crybaby and Vox V846
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Features programmable custom types and an "Advanced" wah with wider range
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Includes unique settings like Bass and Voice for creative sound shaping
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Contains a programmable Drive with presets for added versatility
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Solid construction ensures durability and longevity
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Allows for real-time preset changes with a heel press
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Compatible with different instruments (guitar, bass, keys)
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Provides the option to tweak tone range and distortion within presets
CONS
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Not an exact replica of the legendary pedals it models
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Volume level adjustment can be cumbersome
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Lacks the ability to separately switch drive and wah functions
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On/off mechanism could be more user-friendly
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Boss PW-10 Wah Pedal.
Setup and maintenance
Features and functionality
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Engaging the wah requires a firm press on the top to activate the switch, a common oversight for new users.
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The wah range dial adjusts emphasis between low and high frequencies, but some users report better performance with the dial set lower.
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Users note that the PW-10's switch is easier to engage while standing, rather than sitting, due to the required toe pressure.
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The PW-10 V-Wah includes modeled drive effects that cannot be bypassed, featuring models like the Big Muff Pi and Boss OD-1, OD-2, DS-1, BD-2, and MT-2.
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The PW-10 V-Wah combines both modeled wah and drive effects, offering a unique dual-functionality not commonly found in typical wah pedals.
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User experience
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Some users find power supply compatibility to be an issue, suggesting checking that the pedal receives the correct power to function properly.
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Some owners recall the Boss PW-10 as not overly popular, with minimal sightings in stores or among other musicians over the years.
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At high drive settings, users report an unpleasant ringing feedback that fades away, with a variable noise suppressor reducing buzzing and hissing.
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Build quality
Comparisons
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The Boss PW-10 and PW-3 are both wah pedals, with the PW-10 noted for having a harder switch to engage by hand compared to foot use.
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4.0 out of 5
Based on 3 Reviews and 27 Ratings
41029
more review in future reviews please... while these pedals are available everywhere, hardly anyone has actually gigged with one, lend us your experience
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The volume levels needs some setting up to be useful, but setting it up is a bit of a hustle. Wish you could switch the drive and wah separately.
Artist usage
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In this image from a studio session, Smith is adjusting the parameters on a pedal. We can see his PW-10 on the far-left side of the picture, just below his Whammy and his Snarling Dog fuzz wah.
The Boss PW-10 Wah Pedal appears on the right side of Lissack's pedalboard. This pedalboard shot is from the 0:28 second mark of the Bloc Party music video for Octopus.
(12:42 minute mark) The pedal is featured in Bloc Party's rig rundown. He considers the pedal annoying because of the "on/off" routine.
According to an article on Guitarthai, in addition to his own signature ESP Eclipse lineup, Sugizo also used an ESP Horizon, Fender Jaguars, Fender Stratocasters, Fender Telecasters, Gibson ES175, a Gibson Les Paul Custom, a Richenbacker 330, and electric violins made by Kranz.
He also used Diezel VH4 head, a Mesa Boogie Dual Rectifier head, a Mesa Boogie 4x12 cabinet, a TC Electronic TC 2290 Rackmount Dynamic Digital Delay, Decimator ProRack G power conditioner, a script Phase 90, a Boss CE-2 Chorus pedal, a Boss OD-1 pedal, a Providence Final Booster, a Digitech Whammy II, an Eventide Pitchfactor, an Eventide TimeFactor, an Eventide ModFactor, a TC Electronic G System, a Boss PS-5 Super Shifter, a Blackstar HT-DIST Distortion pedal, and a Providence Stampede Overdrive.
In addition, he also uses a Korg Pitchblack tuner pedal, an ISP Decimator noise gate, Fender Super-Sonic 4x12 cabinets, a TC Electronic Nova Modulator and a Boss PW-10 Wah pedal.
In this pictures and most other recent pictures, you can see Brian's PW-10 near the back of his chain. He uses it pretty sparsely, but can be heard most frequently on "Fantasy Empire".
In this photo, which shows Bukovac in studio with his rig, one of the pedals that can be seen in the pedalboard is the Boss PW-10 wah pedal.
In an Instagram post by Marco Sfogli, he showcases his pedalboard, which includes the Boss PW-10 Wah Pedal. This can be seen in the photo he shared with the caption "Stage view tonight!" on August 21, 2024.
Humberto Gessinger has been using the Boss PW-10 Wah Pedal since 2018, as seen in a post by 1gessinger on Instagram.
In the details area for this video, it states that Jack used a Boss PW-10 Wah Pedal
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