Xotic XW-1 Wah Pedal
The XW-1 is a wah pedal drawing inspiration from classic Clyde McCoy designs while featuring modern controls and a more compact footprint than vintage wah pedals. Premier Guitar's reviewer praised its combination of classic wah character with modern flexibility, rating it 4.5 out of 5.
- 9V DC · center −
- 5 mA
- Analog
- New
- from $271.97
- Used (asking)
- from $184
The rundown
Highlights
- Clyde McCoy-inspired wah design with extensive onboard controls
- 20% smaller footprint than vintage wah pedal models
- Made in the USA
- Runs on 9V DC power (5 mA) with battery compatibility
- Analog circuitry
Best for
Players looking for a wah pedal that balances classic tonal inspiration with modern control options and a reduced physical footprint.
Professional reviews
What the press rated it. We link to each review; read the full piece for the details.
- Premier Guitar4.5 / 5Mar 2015Read the review
Quick facts
- Power
- 9V DC
- Current draw
- 5 mA
- Polarity
- Center negative
- Dimensions
- 96.3 × 210.1 mm
- Status
- In production
Where to buy Xotic XW-1 Wah Pedal
$271.97 lowest new price · Reverb
Used listings asking $184–$184, median $184 (1 listing, small sample). Asking prices, not sold prices.
| Seller | Condition | Price | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reverb | Used | $184 | View |
| Reverb | New | $271.97 | View |
| Reverb | New | $275.24 | View |
| Reverb | New | $280 | View |
| Reverb | New | $281.85 | View |
| Reverb | New | $287.15 | View |
| Reverb | New | $329 | View |
| Reverb | New | $329 | View |
| Reverb | New | $329 | View |
| Reverb | New | $329 | View |
Prices last checked 22 hours ago. Links to sellers are affiliate links.
Frequently asked questions
What power does the XW-1 require?
The XW-1 runs on a 9V DC supply drawing 5 mA and is center-negative.
Can the XW-1 run on batteries?
Yes, the XW-1 is battery-compatible.
How large is the XW-1?
The XW-1 measures 96.3 x 210.1 mm and features a 20% smaller footprint than vintage wah pedal models.
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