Dunlop 535Q Multi-Wah


When dunlop developed this pedal, it was the first wah pedal to have a high level of manipulability. This is much more of a versatile wah pedal than many are used to. Many have been more than happy with what wah pedals have given them over the years, but if someone is looking to have a much higher level of control over their wah pedal, the this is the perfect solution for them

External Control: None
Cost: $

HornFX Review

Interface:  4/5
The 535Q gives unprecedented control. With the ability to select one of six wah ranges, a Q knob, a volume knob and a boost button, this pedal has almost anything you could want in terms of manipulation of the wah’s parameters. The layout can get kind of confusing, at it can be very difficult to tell which if the six range settings you are in and which you are switching to.

Versatility: 3/5
Because of its unique controls, this is one of the most versatile wah pedals available.

Clarity of effect: 4.5/5
With its many parameters, this pedal is especially good at allowing you to find the tone you are looking for. Unlike many other pedals of this type, you are not stuck with the one setting. This makes it so the user can actually manipulate their tone, and not sacrifice sonic integrity every time they want that funky sound.

Complexity: Simple

Complexity: Simple

Live application: 4/5
This pedal, like many wahs, can have some serious feedback issues. That can be counteracted be careful selection of the frequency range and the Q settings. Its combination of classic wah functionality and tonal manipulation make this a wonderful addition to your pedalboard.

InterfaceVersatilityClarity of EffectLive ApplicationTotal Score
4/53/54.5/54/515.5/20

Product Information

The 535Q Cry Baby Multi-Wah features a six-position Range Selector, a Variable Q control, and a switchable boost circuit so you can dial in the ultimate wah tone.

THE LONG STORY

Dunlop engineers worked closely with the world’s top guitar players to design the 535Q Cry Baby Multi-Wah, a pedal that allows you to fine-tune your wah sound and make it your own.

This the Swiss Army knife of wah pedals. Its six-position Range Selector control allows you to choose from six different frequency ranges, each position based on the unique tonal characteristics of our most prized wah specimens. The Variable Q control allows you to take the 535Q’s response from narrow and sharp to broad and subtle with the twist of a control. Once you've got your sound, make sure it gets heard with the switchable boost—adjustable up to +18dB—that can create endless sustain on any note.

The 535Q provides control over the most important wah parameters so you can create your ultimate wah tone.

  • Customizable sound via Q dial

  • 6 guitar wah ranges

  • Variable boost from 0 to +16dB

  • Hard-wired on/off switch

  • Uses less power

Product info taken from the Dunlop website.