The WH10V3 is an evolution of the classic WH10, originally released in the mid-1980s. It has become a highly sought-after wah pedal, known for its distinctive and exceptional tone—as well as its original plastic construction, which unfortunately made it quite fragile. As a result, many original units have not survived over time.
The updated version features a fully metal enclosure, significantly improving durability and making it far more suitable for touring and heavy use.
The WH10V3 is an op-amp-based wah pedal, giving it a unique, vintage-style character. If you’re looking for that classic wah sound, the WH10V3 is an excellent choice.
While the WH10V2 was essentially a faithful reissue of the original circuit housed in a metal chassis, the WH10V3 introduces several useful enhancements. Notably, it allows you to select between true bypass and buffered operation (the original design was not true bypass). This is a highly welcome feature, as earlier versions could noticeably affect the signal when disengaged.
The depth control lets you adjust the intensity of the wah effect—from a subtle sweep ideal for funk rhythm playing to a more pronounced and expressive wah. Additionally, a dedicated boost control allows you to set the output boost level, which is especially useful for maintaining presence in lead passages when engaging the pedal.
The pedal also includes a frequency range selector. Although labeled “Guitar” and “Bass” by Ibanez, both modes can be creatively used with either instrument. In Guitar mode, the frequency range spans from 350 Hz to 2.2 kHz, while in Bass mode it operates between 175 Hz and 1.1 kHz.
In short, this is a very cool vintage-style wah pedal.
Power supply: 9V battery or external AC adapter (sold separately)
Note: Battery not included.
