Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the Jim Dunlop Cry Baby Classic Wah Pedal? A: The Jim Dunlop Cry Baby Classic Wah Pedal is a modern version of the classic wah effect pedal designed to recreate the vintage wah tones of the 1960s using a Fasel inductor.
- Q: How does the Fasel inductor affect the sound? A: The Fasel inductor is key to achieving the vocal sweep and lush harmonics characteristic of classic wah sounds, providing a unique tone that has been sought after for decades.
- Q: What power options are available for the Cry Baby Classic? A: The Cry Baby Classic Wah can be powered by a 9-volt battery or optionally with a Dunlop ECB-003 AC adapter for outlet power.
- Q: Is the Cry Baby Classic wah pedal durable? A: Yes, the Cry Baby Classic features a heavy, die-cast construction, making it a road-ready pedal that offers years of reliability.
- Q: What kind of potentiometer does the Cry Baby Classic use? A: The Cry Baby Classic is equipped with a 100K ohm Hot Potz potentiometer, which provides a quick and abrupt wah sound.
- Q: Does the Cry Baby Classic have true bypass switching? A: Yes, the Cry Baby Classic Wah features true bypass switching, which ensures your guitar tone remains unaffected when the pedal is not in use.
- Q: What is included in the box with the Cry Baby Classic? A: The box includes the Dunlop Cry Baby Classic Wah Pedal and a user’s manual.
- Q: What is the warranty period for the Cry Baby Classic? A: Dunlop offers a one-year warranty from the date of purchase for the Cry Baby Classic Wah Pedal.
- Q: Can the Cry Baby Classic recreate tones from specific musical eras? A: Yes, the Cry Baby Classic is designed to faithfully recreate the classic wah tones from the 60s, making it suitable for genres like British blues and psychedelic rock.
- Q: Is this wah pedal suitable for beginners? A: Yes, the Cry Baby Classic Wah Pedal is user-friendly and can be easily used by beginners as well as experienced guitarists.