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Description

Unleash the expressive potential of your guitar with the Vox Joe Satriani Big Bad Dual Wah pedal, a creation born from the visionary insight of guitar legend Joe Satriani. This dual-mode wah pedal offers unparalleled versatility, combining two distinctive wah voices in one robust unit. Whether you're chasing the classic British tones or carving out your own signature sound, the Big Bad Wah delivers the goods.

Wah 1 is your passport to the iconic Vox wah sound, meticulously enhanced to meet Satriani's high standards. It captures the essence of vintage British tone with a modern edge. But the real magic lies in Wah 2, a customizable powerhouse. By selecting between two inductors—one U.K.-style, the other U.S.-style—and tweaking the Drive knob, you can sculpt a wide array of wah textures. From subtle whispers to roaring solos, the Drive knob provides a dynamic 10dB boost at its peak, ensuring your sound cuts through with authority.

Every aspect of this pedal, including its smooth, musical pedal pot, has been fine-tuned by Satriani himself for a responsive and fluid playing experience. Whether on stage or in the studio, the Vox Joe Satriani Big Bad Dual Wah offers a spectrum of sounds that are as limitless as your creativity.

Key Features:

  • Dual-mode pedal with switchable access to two wah voices
  • Wah 1: Classic Vox British sound, enhanced to Satriani's specs
  • Wah 2: Customizable with two selectable inductors and a Drive knob
  • Drive knob provides a 10dB boost for aggressive tones
  • Satriani-designed pedal pot for smooth tone across the pedal's travel
  • Controls: Pedal Controller, Drive Knob, Voice Switch, Inductor Select
  • Connectivity: 1 x Input, 1 x Output, 1 x DC 9V
  • Input Impedance: 1M-ohms; Output Impedance: 22k-ohms
  • Current consumption: 4 mA; Battery life: approx. 90 hours
  • Includes 1 9V battery; compatible with optional power supply

FAQs

What are the two wah modes available on the Vox Joe Satriani Big Bad Dual Wah?

The Vox Joe Satriani Big Bad Dual Wah features two distinct wah modes: Wah One offers a classic VOX wah sound, while Wah Two provides Joe Satriani's unique drive and voice controls for versatile sound creation.

How do the selectable inductors affect the sound of the Vox Joe Satriani Big Bad Dual Wah?

The pedal includes two selectable inductors, USA and U.K. styles, allowing you to switch between different tonal characteristics and achieve a variety of wah sounds.

Is the Vox Joe Satriani Big Bad Dual Wah suitable for live performances?

Yes, the dual-mode design and selectable inductors make it versatile and adaptable for live performances, offering a range of wah sounds to suit different musical styles.

Does the Vox Joe Satriani Big Bad Dual Wah require a specific power supply?

The pedal typically requires a standard 9V power supply, which is common for most guitar effects pedals, ensuring easy integration into your existing pedalboard setup.

Can the Vox Joe Satriani Big Bad Dual Wah be used with both electric and bass guitars?

While primarily designed for electric guitars, the versatile sound options and robust build make it compatible with bass guitars, though tonal results may vary based on your setup.

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We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Vox Joe Satriani Big Bad Dual Wah.

Value and pricing

  • The Big Bad Wah was sold for approximately 230€, and some current sellers have priced it over $300 due to availability issues.

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Comparisons

  • Users consider the JD Cry Baby Fasel/Halo as a potential alternative to the Big Bad Wah, priced around $200, offering a dual inductor option.

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  • The Ibanez Weeping Demon offers a smoother feel and versatile tone compared to traditional wah pedals.

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User experience

  • It's noted that despite being discontinued, the Big Bad Wah is not in high demand, making it easier to find in good condition on secondhand markets.

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  • Users note that optical wah pedals like the Morley consume batteries quickly, necessitating a power supply for extended use.

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Setup and maintenance

  • Dunlop Cry Baby potentiometer issues can be resolved by replacing it with a $15-20 part using a soldering iron.

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Features and functionality

  • The Morley Bad Horsie 2 features a spring-loaded design for easy rocking and optical sensor, avoiding mechanical wear issues.

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Use cases and applications

  • Cry Baby's narrow sweep on the EVH model is praised for its sweet spot, especially effective in high-gain setups.

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4.5 out of 5

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skylinerr

A new wah

I saw this on ebay and well I bought it and never used it for a month or two but got it out as my loyal cry baby seems to be on its last legs and i'm starting to love this deep throaty crazy wah pedal

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See how Joe Satriani uses Vox Joe Satriani Big Bad Dual Wah

Joe Satriani

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Mark Knopfler’s Guitar Heroes

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"Jimi Hendrix is definitely the Wah-Wah king to me because everytime he used it it sounded like a different tool. That's what was so amazing about it. It was like he used it to add a new dimension to this thing that he was doing. And it made the thing work. You could tell that he just wasn't tapping his foot or working the pedal to time. He was playing with it and working with the notes specific to play to the rhythm he was using with his right hand or his left hand. Not many players did that. For me, when he used it it became much more than a Wah-Wah pedal, it was an extension of the music. We put two different sounding inductors in the Vox Big Bad Wah pedal. So the the Big Bad Wah is a pedal with two separate inductors that maybe has around seven, eight, nine different combinations - they're the most important ones. You have classic with up to 10db of boost, modern with the same gain variations available, and of course the different EQ that you've got. When you put them all together you've got a very interesting wah-wah pedal that someone can use and flip the switches all during their gig, or they can set it and forget it if that's the way they like it. There's a toggle switch to get you into Wah 2 mode. In Wah 1 you have the choice of the classic box inductor or the more modern inductor. When you go into Wah 2, you still have the choice of inductors, you have two additional features: one is zero to up to 10db of gain boost which is great for driving an amp that doesn't already have gain in it, and with the voicing switch you can get the standard sweep that either inductor will give you at either gain setting, or you can get the extra deep sound. You have the choice between standard voicing or deep voicing. It's been tailored, I think, better than any other manufacturer's version of the extra low sweep. We've narrowed in on what's truly useful and we've gotten rid of all the extraneous low-end stuff that just drives your amp crazy. So you can have that set up, let's say gain-boost with extra low sweep, in Wah 2 so that while you're playing with Wah 1 you can just step on the pedal and it switches to it. You could also just have that ready to go so that when you do step on the wah-wah you're instantly there. For me that's great having that flexibility because if I'm out there doing and 2.5 hour Satriani show and you have fifteen songs that use the wah-wah pedal, they do have different settings! So it's nice to be able to get to them real fast. Each time I used the Big Bad Wah on the Chickenfoot it was used with an entirely different setup, which was very interesting."

See how TIm Christensen uses Vox Joe Satriani Big Bad Dual Wah

TIm Christensen

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Dizzy Mizz Lizzy

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At 0:28 in this video, Tim Christensen points out his Vox Joe Satriani Big Bad Dual Wah pedal.

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