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Description
Discover the unparalleled versatility of the Way Huge WHE214 Pork and Pickle, the first bass pedal of its kind that marries the creamy, tube-esque Pork Loin Overdrive with the fiery bite of the Russian Pickle Fuzz. This compact powerhouse offers an expansive playground for bassists who crave to sculpt their sound with precision. With its intuitive two-way switch, navigating between a gentle overdrive murmur and a fierce fuzz roar becomes second nature. The unique blend control ensures your clean signal remains intact, allowing for a seamless fusion of effects that don't just layer, but coalesce. Whether you're looking to add a subtle warmth or a full-blown sonic assault, the Pork and Pickle stands ready to redefine your bass tone.
Key Features:
- Dual circuitry combining Pork Loin Overdrive and Russian Pickle Fuzz
- Unique blend control for mixing clean and effected signals
- Two-way mode switch for easy toggling between overdrive and fuzz
- Dedicated Volume, Tone, and Drive knobs for detailed sound sculpting
Product specs
| Brand | Way Huge |
| Model | WHE214 Pork & Pickle Bass Overdrive Fuzz |
| Year | 2018 - 2019 |
| Categories | Fuzz Pedals and Effects, Overdrive and Boost Pedals |
| Pedal Format | Standard |
FAQs
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What type of effects does the Way Huge WHE214 Pork and Pickle offer?
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The Way Huge WHE214 Pork and Pickle combines a warm, soft-clipping overdrive from the Pork Loin circuit with a thick, fatty fuzz from the Russian-Pickle circuit, tailored specifically for bass guitars.
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Can I blend clean and affected signals with the Pork and Pickle pedal?
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Yes, the Way Huge WHE214 Pork and Pickle allows you to blend a clean signal with either the overdrive or fuzz effect, offering a wide range of tonal possibilities.
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Is the Way Huge WHE214 Pork and Pickle suitable for live performances?
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The Way Huge WHE214 Pork and Pickle is designed for both studio and live use, providing robust construction and versatile tone-shaping controls ideal for various performance settings.
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How does the Pork and Pickle pedal handle low-end frequencies?
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The Pork and Pickle pedal is specifically designed for bass guitars, ensuring it maintains the integrity of low-end frequencies while delivering overdrive and fuzz effects.
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Does the Way Huge Pork and Pickle require a specific power supply?
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The Way Huge WHE214 Pork and Pickle operates with a standard 9V power supply, commonly used with most guitar pedals.
Videos
The Bass Channel
Way Huge Pork & Pickle Bass Demo
Reviews
PROS
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Dual Overdrive (Pork) and Fuzz (Pickle) modes offer versatile sound shaping
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Internal trimpots for detailed tone control, including a unique “curve” and “presence” feature
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External clean blend allows for transparent boost settings, maintaining low end
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Fuzz section delivers from moody to massive Big Muff sound with smooth scooped mids
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Overdrive mode avoids harsh compression and trebly edge, preserving original tone
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Compact, reliable, and integrates well with other pedals like wah and envelope filters
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Offers both vintage and heavy metal distortion tones reminiscent of the '80s
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Clean blend and tone controls, though small, enhance sound customization
CONS
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Cannot foot-toggle between Overdrive and Fuzz modes; lacks a stomp switch
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Clean blend isn't purely dry, slightly affecting the signal with a "British-style preamp"
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Small knobs for clean blend and tone can be hard to read and adjust during play
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OD/Fuzz switch not separate, limiting on-the-fly mode switching
Critic Reviews
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Artist usage
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On Instagram, Justin Meldal-Johnsen expressed excitement about trying the Way Huge WHE214 Pork and Pickle, highlighting its appeal based on demos he has heard.
In this Instagram post Ian plays Cliff Burtons riff for Metallicas For Whom The Bells Tolls on a chrome red 95 Fender Jazz Bass Special through some pedals; the MXR M287 Sub Octave Bass Fuzz, a white Dunlop CryBaby Wah, and the Way Huge WHE214 Pork & Pickle Bass Overdrive & Fuzz.
In this photo from 2022 a Way Huge Pork & Pickle can be seen on his pedalboard. It is the only bass pedal that matches the layout.
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