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Description
Dive into the lush, warm world of analog delay with the Way Huge Electronics Aqua-Puss MkII, a pedal that has become a staple for guitarists seeking vintage-inspired echo with modern reliability. This delay pedal specializes in recreating the classic slap-back and echo sounds that defined the music of the '60s and '70s. While its operation is simple, the highly regarded bucket-brigade chip within unleashes a sound that is both faithful and rich in character.
With only three intuitive controls—Delay, Feedback, and Blend—you can effortlessly dial in anything from subtle doubling effects to long, ambient washes of sound. The Aqua-Puss MkII is not just about its heritage sound; it's a robust piece of gear designed for the road. Its durable construction and straightforward interface make it an ideal choice for both gigging musicians and studio enthusiasts.
Whether you're weaving intricate tapestries of sound or just adding a touch of retro magic to your tone, the Aqua-Puss MkII is versatile enough to handle it all. Perfect for those who want to skip the fuss and focus on the music, this pedal delivers iconic delays without the clutter, promising a seamless integration into any pedalboard setup.
Key Features:
- Classic analog delay tones with a modern touch
- Bucket-brigade chip for authentic sound
- Simple three-knob interface: Delay, Feedback, Blend
- Durable construction for gigging musicians
- Perfect for slap-back, echo, and ambient sounds
Product specs
| Brand | Way Huge |
| Model | WHE701 Aqua-Puss MkII |
| Finish | Blue |
| Year | 2010s |
| Made In | United States |
| Categories | Delay Pedals |
| Pedal Format | Standard |
FAQs
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What type of delay does the Way Huge Aqua-Puss MkII provide?
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The Way Huge Aqua-Puss MkII offers an analog delay, known for its warm and natural sound, perfect for creating lush echoes and ambient soundscapes.
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How long is the maximum delay time on the Aqua-Puss MkII?
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The Aqua-Puss MkII provides a maximum delay time of approximately 300 milliseconds, making it ideal for slapback and short delay effects.
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Does the Way Huge Aqua-Puss MkII have true bypass switching?
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Yes, the Aqua-Puss MkII features true bypass switching, ensuring your signal remains uncolored when the pedal is not in use.
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Is the Way Huge Aqua-Puss MkII suitable for use with bass guitars?
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Yes, the Aqua-Puss MkII can be used with bass guitars, providing the same rich analog delay effects without losing low-end clarity.
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What power supply does the Way Huge Aqua-Puss MkII require?
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The Aqua-Puss MkII requires a standard 9V DC power supply, commonly used for many guitar pedals, or it can be powered by a 9V battery.
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Reviews
PROS
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Warm, lush repeats enhance tone quality
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Simple layout and solid construction
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Eye-catching color and design
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Great for slapback and doubling effects
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Quickly oscillates for creative sounds
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Natural sounding delay, ideal for emulation of famous guitarists
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Suitable for both ambiance and a cascade of echoes
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Offers a dreamy quality to music
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Larger knobs for easy adjustment
CONS
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Blue LED too bright, difficult to see knobs in low light
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Larger footprint than comparable pedals
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Maximum delay time limited to 330ms, not suitable for longer delays
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Way Huge Electronics Aqua-Puss MkII Analog Delay.
Features and functionality
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The Aqua Puss has a bright, characterful delay tone with a range limited to 100-300ms, making it unsuitable for longer delay needs.
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Despite potential clock noise at longer delay times, the pedal's unique character makes it desirable for creating distinctive sounds.
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When feedback is kept at or below noon, clock noise is minimal even at maximum delay settings.
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User experience
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Owners appreciate the pedal's unique sound, noting it's easily identifiable in a blind test due to its distinct tone.
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An owner with experience using over 50 delay pedals claims the Aqua Puss is one of the best-voiced delays, though it lacks oscillation at full repeats.
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Owners transitioning from Supa Puss to Aqua Puss MkII report a preference for the latter's sound, despite initial expectations.
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Use cases and applications
Comparisons
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Unlike the Carbon Copy, which uses aggressive filters for a darker delay, the Aqua Puss opts for a brighter, less filtered delay tone.
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The Aqua Puss is praised for its slapback capabilities, offering a brighter tone compared to the MXR Carbon Copy, which is noted for its darker, more stable repeats.
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When compared to the Echo Puss, specific details about the tonal differences aren't provided, but the Aqua Puss is consistently recommended for its unique delay character.
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Build quality
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Original 1998 models are hand-soldered with MN3005 chips, offering unique tonal qualities not replicated in later versions.
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Critic Reviews
4.5 out of 5
Based on 8 Reviews and 66 Ratings
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Best In Its Class
I've tried many analog delay pedals in this price category, and this one is by far the clear winner. As cliched as it sounds, there's no other way to describe the repeats on this unit than as 'warm' and 'lush'.
On the right settings it adds a dreamy quality to your tone, with the repeats gently melting away, their lingering presence felt subconsciously rather than heard. Some analog delays I'd tried offered up harsh, unmusical repeats (cough 616 cough), but not so with this pedal. Even the self oscillation sounds great, so far that I've even used it in a few of my tracks.
Its simple layout, solid construction and eye catching color contribute to a pretty impressive package for the price. If I had to give any negatives, it's that the blue LED may be a little too bright, making it hard to see the knobs in low light situations. That's a minor nitpick. If you're looking for a true analog delay and you don't need long delay times (300ms tops with this baby), then look no further.
Delay pedals have come and gone from my board, but the Aqua-Puss has and will continue to be a constant in my effects repertoire. See for yourself, I don't think you'll be disappointed !
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Great sound
On loan from a friend... Love the larger knobs and good sound of this unit. Larger footprint than a Boss or Behringer size pedal. I think this goes out to 330ms so longer delays are out of the question. Use it for doubling/slapback and it is great. Hope my buddy doesn't want it back soon :)
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Best slapback
Warm, analog, great for slapback. It oscillates pretty quickly so be careful with the blend knob.
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Excellent analog delay pedal
An amazing analog delay pedal. This was my first delay pedal and honestly I got it because John Mayer had one. The delay repeats are so warm and compliment your guitar lines so nice. The slap-back settings are really killer. I send this delay last in the chain to only my Fender amp, while my Traynor don't not receive the signal. This makes for a stereo/wet/dry rig.
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Amazing
I have never heard a better sounding delay pedal. This is just so natural and easy to work with. So many great guitarist use this pedal, so it you're trying to emulate their sounds, this is a must..
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Noel Gallagher used the Way Huge Aqua Puss in a live presentation at "Later With Jools Holland" in 2000. The effect used starting at 3:32 to make oscillating noises and the pedal itself is visible at 3:52.
"The Aqua-Puss and the Carbon Copy are two things that I brought into it because at the beginning of the tour they were playing a Les Paul and Mary Ford tune called 'How High the Moon', and so we wanted to get a pretty good sounding slapback. The Aqua-Puss is really nice for that. The repeats are pretty accurate to the actual sound of the guitar, whereas with the Carbon Copy the repeats are a little bit on the darker side," explains Jeff Beck's guitar tech.
In this Premier Guitar Rig Rundown article, it's pointed out that Troy Van Leeuwen uses this item for his work.
Correct Taylor Hawkins showing his Equipment and on 0:51 he got there a MXR M115 Distortion III in use and above you can see a Way Huge Electronics Aqua-Puss MkII Analog Delay.
Nameless Ghoul, who played lead guitar for Ghost from 2010 to 2016, used the Way Huge Electronics Aqua-Puss MkII Analog Delay alongside the MXR Carbon Copy to achieve a slapback sound. This specific sound can be heard during the solos of "Ritual" and "Year Zero." Although Fractal Audio Axe-FX II was used live, this combination was employed during recordings, particularly noticeable on "Ghost, Live From Music Feeds Studio, 2014." This information was confirmed through direct contact with the guitarist from that period. A supporting image is available on Equipboard.
Pictured in the article.
A photo of his pedalboard on his official site, bradpaisley.com, shows Brad Paisley uses the Aqua-Puss MkII Delay Pedal by Way Huge Electronics.
"One of the best-named pedals on the 'board - the Aqua Puss. It is an analog delay that we use for all sorts of, well, delay!"
Juan Alderete uses the Way Huge Electronics Aqua-Puss MkII Analog Delay, as shown in a user-uploaded photo on Imgur.
On this reddit page, we can see Jamie's pedalboard as well as others confirming the pedals present.
The blue pedal on the far right of the board is a Way Huge Aqua Puss pedal
Album Usage
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