® Wahzoo ® Owner’s Manual Version 2.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Controls and Connections VINTAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Treadle Adjust AUTOWAH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Autowah Sensitivity Normal and Reverse Envelope STEPWAH™ . . . . . . . . . .
INTRODUCTION Combining the finest classic wah tones, a funk-approved Autowah, and our unique programmable Stepwah, Wahzoo isn’t just another wah pedal.
Controls and Connections 1. Wah mode switch. Select between vintage (traditional wah), autowah, and stepwah. 2. Autowah sensitivity. Turn down for hotter pickups, up for longer dwell. 3. Step sequence selector. Select from 4 user programmable sequences. Stepwah only. 4. B ypass footswitch. Switch between effect and true bypass. Also, enters step positions to create stepwah sequence. 5. Input jack. Signal from guitar. MADE IN U.S.A. INPUT 9VDC OUTPUT 6. Power jack. TAP/ MODE 7. Output jack.
POWER Wahzoo is powered by a standard 9V battery. Since power is on when you are plugged into the input jack, remember to remove the plug when not in use to conserve battery life. To replace the battery, remove the bottom cover by unscrewing the 4 rubber feet. We do not recommend using carbon batteries. Wahzoo can also be powered from an external power supply. Using a high quality, isolated power supply is preferred and will provide the best performance and most consistent tone.
AUTOWAH When you select Autowah from the Wah Mode switch, you get the classic envelope-based effect. But, rather than using a generic bandpass filter, it utilizes the vintage Clyde McCoy voicing. Unlike typical autowah pedals, Wahzoo literally turns into an automatic, dynamically controlled vintage wah! Autowah Sensitivity Since the filter is triggered by how hard or soft you hit the strings, and the general output of your guitar’s pickups, it’s important to find the “sweet spot” on the Autowah Sens knob.
Creating/Storing Sequences Select which of the 4 presets you’d like to create with the Step Sequence knob. Then turn the Wah Mode knob to Create Seq. Now you can move the treadle to each position you want and hit the Bypass footswitch to save it. By repeating this process, you can make a sequence of any length up to 28 steps. Once you’re done creating your sequence, just move the Wah Mode knob back to Step and it’s automatically saved.
Restoring the Factory Step Sequence Presets 1 - Switch Wah Mode knob to Create Seq 2 - Turn the power off by unplugging the cable from the input jack. 3 - Power up the unit while holding down the Bypass footswitch. 4 - Keep holding down Bypass until the LED starts flashing. 5 - Remove power from the unit again. Now the factory presets are restored. EXTERNAL FOOTSWITCH On the rear panel of Wahzoo, you’ll find a jack labeled Tap/Mode.
FAQ Is Wahzoo “true bypass”? Yes. The switching is done via a gold relay sealed in nitrogen. Is Wahzoo analog? Yes. The entire audio path is completely analog. What are the dimensions? L 9.5" (241mm) x W 5.0" (127mm) What kind of external power jack does it have? Wahzoo needs 9VDC regulated to a center negative 5.5 x 2.1mm barrel connector. Where is Wahzoo made? Every Voodoo Lab product is hand built one at a time in our Northern California facility from the finest components.
Warranty Voodoo Lab warrants this product against any defects that are due to faulty material or workmanship for a period of five years from the date of original retail purchase. This warranty does not include damage to the product resulting from accident or misuse. This warranty is given to the original purchaser only and it is not assignable to any other person.
