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Published on 04/09/11 at 10:25A signature offspring of Morley designs, the Tremonti power wah features
-optical switchless, auto-return on and off
-up to 20 dB of boost
-power off of 9 V battery or AC adapter
-standard ¼” in and out for connection between amplifier and guitar
UTILIZATION
Given its switchless operation, the Tremonti power wah is very easy to use, and especially perfect for live situations. The quick on and off allows one to apply the affect in many more situations, where the typical ‘toe-down’ on/off would prove cumbersome and impractical. Additionally, the optical circuit implemented will never wear, so there is no need to worry of eventual maintenance as with your standard wah pedal. As with all Morley switchless pedals, a trim pot inside the pedal itself allows one to adjust the amount of delay before the pedal shuts itself off. The only downside of the switchless, auto-return feature is that achieving a stationary ‘cocked wah’ sound takes some more effort and a steady foot.
SOUND QUALITY
The Tremonti wah provides a very modern and aggressive wah tone. Is has a very wide sweep, which allows a long range of expression. The pedal works great for cutting through with a searing solo in a fat modern rock mix. The boost feature allows one to tweak the amount of cut in the sound, though too high levels can introduce excess noise and loss of clarity. Due to its aggressive nature, the Tremonti wah does not jive well with most clean tones, as it tends to overdrive the signal even with the boost feature completely off.
OVERALL OPINION
For those looking for a more aggressive take on the wah than your standard crybaby, the Tremonti is definitely something to look at. It is a great way to take your solos to a new level. Players performing live will love the auto on/off feature-no more accidentally leaving the wah on!
-optical switchless, auto-return on and off
-up to 20 dB of boost
-power off of 9 V battery or AC adapter
-standard ¼” in and out for connection between amplifier and guitar
UTILIZATION
Given its switchless operation, the Tremonti power wah is very easy to use, and especially perfect for live situations. The quick on and off allows one to apply the affect in many more situations, where the typical ‘toe-down’ on/off would prove cumbersome and impractical. Additionally, the optical circuit implemented will never wear, so there is no need to worry of eventual maintenance as with your standard wah pedal. As with all Morley switchless pedals, a trim pot inside the pedal itself allows one to adjust the amount of delay before the pedal shuts itself off. The only downside of the switchless, auto-return feature is that achieving a stationary ‘cocked wah’ sound takes some more effort and a steady foot.
SOUND QUALITY
The Tremonti wah provides a very modern and aggressive wah tone. Is has a very wide sweep, which allows a long range of expression. The pedal works great for cutting through with a searing solo in a fat modern rock mix. The boost feature allows one to tweak the amount of cut in the sound, though too high levels can introduce excess noise and loss of clarity. Due to its aggressive nature, the Tremonti wah does not jive well with most clean tones, as it tends to overdrive the signal even with the boost feature completely off.
OVERALL OPINION
For those looking for a more aggressive take on the wah than your standard crybaby, the Tremonti is definitely something to look at. It is a great way to take your solos to a new level. Players performing live will love the auto on/off feature-no more accidentally leaving the wah on!