Ibanez WH10v1 Wah

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Experience the evolution of a classic with the Ibanez WH10v1 Wah pedal. This dynamic piece of gear has been loved by musicians since the 80s and continues to impress with its exciting features and superior performance. The WH10v1 Wah offers a unique guitar/bass range switch, allowing you to tailor the frequency range of the pedal effect to suit your instrument. Whether you're playing a soulful solo on your guitar or laying down a funky bassline, this pedal has got you covered.

The WH10v1 Wah also boasts a distinctive sound, thanks to its multiple feedback opamp circuit. This innovative feature ensures a consistent gain across different frequencies, providing a smoother sound compared to conventional inductor-based wahs. Plus, with the addition of a mix knob, you can easily control the intensity of the wah effect to match your playing style.

Furthermore, this pedal comes with a switchable bypass, giving you the option to choose between true bypass or buffered bypass. The true bypass mode ensures no loss of signal strength or frequencies, while the buffered bypass minimizes any noise when engaging the pedal.

Lastly, the WH10v1 Wah is housed in a highly-durable, die-cast aluminum body sporting a sleek black finish. This not only makes it a robust addition to your pedalboard but also a stylish one.

Key Features:

Guitar/bass range switch for tailored frequency range
Mix knob for controlling the intensity of the wah effect
Multiple feedback opamp circuit for consistent gain across frequencies
Switchable bypass (true bypass or buffered bypass)
Housed in a durable, die-cast aluminum body
Distinctive black finish for added style

Product specs

Bypass	true bypass, buffered bypass
Power	9V

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PROS

Versatile, works well with overdrive, distortion, and fuzz
Usable on both guitar and bass, with unique sounds for each
Depth knob adds gain for more sound control
Features both true and buffered bypass options
Lightweight and not overly large
Recognizable "Frusciante mojo" for fans seeking specific tones
Can achieve exaggerated effects with depth control and delay
Adds a bit of saturation when engaged, enhancing tone
Compatible with DS-2 and Marshall Jack Hammer for specific tones

CONS

Significant volume jump when used with clean channel without drive
Switch can be difficult to turn off and on
Known for a noticeable volume boost, requiring adjustments for balance
Rubber feet and bulky screw heads complicate pedalboard attachment

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Features and functionality

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The WH10v3 lacks a volume control, crucial for managing the notorious signal boost, limiting its versatility compared to the original WH10v1.
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The V3 is noted for having a slightly darker sound in the toe-down position compared to the original WF10, which can affect the tonal brightness.
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Mods and upgrades

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The WH10v3's circuit is cramped, making modding difficult; rehousing with v1 specs might be the best modification approach.
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WH10v1 pedals are sometimes modded poorly, leading to lifted solder pads and connectivity issues.
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Comparisons

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The WH10v3 introduces a larger mechanical sweep (13-14°) compared to v1's 10°, affecting quick toe-heel shifts in songs.
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The Wilson FX Ten Spot is noted as a nearly perfect v1 replica, offering a volume control, albeit at a higher price point.
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The WH10 Revival, made in Poland, is praised for its durable metal casing and excellent sweep, offering a robust alternative to the original's fragility.
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Owners report that the WH10v3's true bypass feature involves a bulky switch, which affects the ease of toggling the pedal on/off during performances.
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Owners report that the V1.5 offers a controlled volume without the notorious boost, although it retains the fragile plastic casing prone to breakage.
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The WH10v3's sound modifications make it less suitable for emulating Frusciante's tone when paired with a DS2, compared to the v1.
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The V2, when paired with a Jackhammer pedal, effectively manages volume jumps, especially beneficial for setups involving a DS-2 or practice amps.
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Build quality

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The V2 features a metal enclosure, which is an improvement over the original's plastic, but the switch and mounting remain problematic, requiring potential replacement.
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The LED solder pad on the WH10v1 circuit board can become detached, potentially causing operational issues.
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Poor solder work on the WH10v1 can cause high-pitched noise and signal loss; reflowing and cleaning bad solder joints could help.
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4.5 out of 5

Based on 10 Reviews and 54 Ratings

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alex_cavani

249

over 6 years ago

Frusciante yes, but not only.

It's not easy to control and to use it on a pedalboard, but in the right situation it's a killer wah! It has an incredible boost power and a crazy synth sound that it's not easy to describe. I love this wah, but it's not for all players and it's not for all the situations.

les_white

143

almost 9 years ago

Most Overrated Wah

I've owned this since it came out years ago. I just own that first model and not the recent revisions.

I never loved this pedal. I tried it again because everyone says it's great due to someone big using it. It's still not great.

The fuzz option (the marketing that made me buy it as a kid) is 100% useless noise and I can't imagine anyone ever turning that on.

It's hard to say what my issue is other than I don't like the results of using it. It sounds robotic, processed and not organic to my ears. Your own results may vary.

boo_laroco

over 8 years ago

Best wah pedal I have ever used!

I just wanted this on my board ‘cause it is on John Frusciante’s board. But it surprised me a lot, it really is the best! I have had many wah pedals and even the V2 of this pedal doesn’t beat this killah.

tinusbolus

224

over 8 years ago

Own sound

This thing really has its own sound. Its a pretty cool wah. The best one ever? Well, I really love the Crybaby too, but they sound quite different. Try them. I have the Wilsons modified version. The modded version is really much better.

matteo_cola

152

over 7 years ago

:/

I had it since two years, it's fuckin' broken and I live in retarded Italy where no one seems capable of putting their hands on a fuckin' analog pedal.

vouten

163

almost 12 years ago

John and Josh amazing!

Do not expect much from this wah! Even taking idols as John and Josh using the same pedal. I had a Cry Baby GCB-95 and Vox V847 and nothing compares to this pedal!

sun_sarasa

132

about 10 years ago

I have a first and second model.

This pedal is special. I don’t feel the basic wah pedal. It's Wah rather than Filter.

fernando_alves

116

over 10 years ago

The renegade king of the wahs

This pedal just have an amazing funky voice. The quality I like most is its equilibrium between the treble frequencies and the suavity of them during the modulation.