Bring on the funk with the BOSS AW-3 Dynamic Wah Pedal Guitar Effectsfrom BOSS. By itself as a stompbox, the AW-3 functions like an auto-wah. Set the rate and let the funk begin. For easy tempo changes, the tap-tempo mode allows you to use the footswitch to tap out the desired tempo, and the AW-3 will follow. The AW-3 also functions dynamically, like an envelope filter, using the level of your guitar's signal to modulate the "position" of the wah. Funk and fusion players like guitarists Guthrie Govan and bassist Bootsy Collins have used this type of sound to great rhythmic effect. It was also an integral part of Jerry Garcia's signature guitar sound.

Some players like the filtered sound of a cocked wah on their guitar tone. The dynamic wah can be set to a specific position along the wah's travel and will remain there when switched off. This precludes the trouble of selecting the correct position with a standard wah treadle every time you turn it on. Aside from the classic wah tones, the AW-3 also has a "Humanizer" mode which adds a simulated vocal "vowel" sound to your guitar's tone. The vowel changes as you pick. Also on the AW-3 is a separate input optimized for the frequencies produced by bass guitars.

Dynamic/Auto-Wah Pedal    Inputs for Electric Guitar and Bass    Responds to Playing Dynamics    Sensitivity Control    5 Auto-Wah Modes    Footswitch/Expression Pedal Input    Buffered Bypass

Five modes - Up, Down, Sharp, Humanizer, and Tempo - allow you to use the wah sound in a variety of ways. Up mode provides a wah effect in which the filter shifts to higher frequencies. Down mode provides a wah effect in which the filter shifts to lower frequencies. Sharp mode provides a stronger wah effect with shifting of the filter to higher frequencies. Humanizer mode transforms the guitar's sound into the sound of a human voice, with vowel sounds that change as you pick. Tempo mode is used to set the auto-wah's tempo, in a range from 200 ms to 4 seconds.

An extra input can accept a separately available expression pedal like the Roland EV-5 or non-latching footswitch like the BOSS FS-5U. A non-latching footswitch can control the tap tempo of the pedal without having to enter the tap-tempo mode. An expression pedal can control the wah sounds and Humanizer effects of the AW-3 in the traditional "treadle" manner.

The AW-3 can run off of a single 9V battery or an optional external 9 VDC power supply. The electronics are encased in BOSS's iconic durable metal housing with a non-slip rubber base. The battery compartment can be easily accessed by unscrewing the thumbscrew at the front of the pedal. This pedal utilizes a buffered bypass for silent switching and driving long cable runs even while the pedal is disengaged.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. How do you play mp3s? I put in usb stick with mp3s on it directly, put no sound

A: It will accept a USB Flash Drive Support: Up to 32GB and support these formats only: MP3, WMA, AVI. Insert the USB drive and press the button on the rear of the handle. if you continue to have a problem, please contact our Customer Service department directly if this is a recent B&H purchase: ---------------------------------------------------------Call: 800.221.5743 or 212.239.7765Email:cs@a href= http://bhphotovideo.com target= _blank bhphotovideo.com/a

Q: 2. Is the shoulder strap included?

A: Yes, the strap is included.

Q: 3. Does this control camera Panasonic CX-350?

A: It does not. The CX350 cannot be controlled by this unit.

Q: 4. I have 2 questions. 1.- are the batteries included? 2.- Can I have weigh and measure of the box?

A: Batteries are not included. The box weight is 3lbs, and the dimensions are 14 x 9.7 x 9.6".

Q: 5. Does the controller have access to the cameras internal doubler?

A: With the Panasonic AW-RP60 Remote Camera Controller (B&H# PAAWRP60GJQ) you'll have access to the pan, tilt, zoom, focus, and also the crop features, among others. There is no doubler setting on the control panel but you may find that the zoom and crop functions to be sufficient for your needs.

Q: 6. What is the purpose of the MAP-01 and MAP bushings?

A: The MAP-01 and MAP-02 bushings included with the Sunwayfoto MAC-14T Arca-Type & Manfrotto Compatible Clamp with Adapter Boss Set is for mounting the receiver clamp to an Arca-type, Manfrotto, or other ball head.

Q: 7. How many batteries does it need?

A: This megaphone requires 8 (eight) "C" size batteries.

Q: 8. Does this have a 3.5 mm audio jack?

A: It does not have any jacks

Q: 9. What is the maximum power consumption on this device?

A: The Power requirements when using the Panasonic AW-RP60 would be the following. PoE Support PoE 802.3af Power Connectors 1 x 4-Pin XLR DC Input Power 10.8 to 13.2 VDC at 0.9 A

Q: 10. By remote does this mean it will control PTZ cameras over the internet from a separate location? Does it control Panasonic UE40?

A: The Panasonic AW-RP60 Remote Camera Controller is a remote controller is normally used on your LAN in studio. We have not seen scenarios where this remote was being used outside of the studio, but it should be possible. Also, yes it would work with the Panasonic UE40.