Boss AW-3 Dynamic Wah Compact Pedal

The BOSS AW-3 Dynamic Wah pedal gives guitarists a wide range of classic auto-wah and dynamic wah effects, plus a new "Humanizer" effect which can simulate human vowel sounds. A Bass input provides a variety of funky wah sounds for bass guitar.

• Compact pedal creates a variety of classic "wah" effects
• Dynamic wah sounds provide variable effect based on picking strength
• "Humanizer" effect creates human voice-type vowel sounds
• Dedicated Bass input for processing bass guitar
• EXP Pedal mode allows wah control via optional expression pedal
• Tempo can be set for pedal control or at fixed rate via Manual mode
• BOSS five-year warranty

A “Talking” Pedal

The AW-3 Dynamic Wah is the first compact wah pedal to incorporate human voice-type sounds through a new “Humanizer” Mode. Of course, you can also choose from standard up-and-down wah effects, plus a Tempo Mode and resonant synth-like Sharp Mode.

Endless Possibilities

Choose from both fixed and auto wah settings using the Manual control or pedal for tempo input. By connecting an optional expression pedal, the AW-3 can also be used for Pedal Wah effects. A dedicated Bass input permits direct processing of bass guitars.

Nominal Input Level

-20 dBu

Input Impedance

1 M ohm

Nominal Output Level

-20 dBu

Output Impedance

1 k ohm

Recommended Load Impedance

10 k ohms or greater

Bypass

Buffered bypass

Controls

MODE knob
SENS knob
MANUAL knob
DECAY knob
Pedal switch

Indicator

CHECK indicator Used for indication of check battery)

Connectors

GUITAR IN jack: 1/4-inch phone type
BASS IN jack: 1/4-inch phone type
OUTPUT jack: 1/4-inch phone type
EXP/CTL jack: 1/4-inch phone type
DC IN jack

Power Supply

Alkaline battery 9 V, 6LR61) or Carbon-zinc battery 9 V, 6F22)
AC adaptor PSA series: sold separately)

Current Draw

40 mA

Expected battery life under continuous use

Alkaline: Approx. 11.5 hours
Carbon: Approx. 3.5 hours
*These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.

Accessories

Owner's manual
Leaflet "USING THE UNIT SAFELY," "IMPORTANT NOTES," and "Information")
Alkaline battery 9 V, 6LR61)

Options sold separately)

AC adaptor: PSA series
Expression Pedal: EV-30/FV-500H/FV-500L, Roland EV-5
Footswitchmomentary-type): FS-5U/FS-6/FS-7

Size and Weight

Width

73 mm
2-7/8 inches

Depth

129 mm
5-1/8 inches

Height

59 mm
2-3/8 inches

Weight including battery)

430 g
1 lb

* 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms

* The specifications are subject to change without notice.