Wahcko - Guitar effect pedal Jam Pedals - Free user manual and instructions

Brand	Jam Pedals
Model	Wahcko
Product type	Wah-wah effect pedal for guitar
True Bypass	Yes, true bypass
Inductor	Red Fasel (RED Fasel)
Frequency selector	6 rotary positions for different sweep ranges
Internal adjustment	Trimmer to adjust input gain
LED	Mini LED
Circuit	Bufferless, high impedance
Power supply	9V battery or 9V DC adapter (tip-negative)
Power consumption	Off : 4 mA, On : 30 mA
Dimensions	25.7 x 12.5 x 7 cm (with jacks and knobs)
Weight	1 kg (2.2 lb)
Maintenance	Clean with a soft dry cloth
Adapter polarity	Negative center (tip-negative)
Use with fuzz	Compatible with impedance-sensitive pedals (germanium fuzz)
Safety	Use only with an electric guitar, do not expose to moisture
Repairability	Internal components replaceable by a qualified technician
General information	Premium handcrafted pedal, designed by Jam Pedals

Frequently Asked Questions - Wahcko Jam Pedals

What is the Jam Pedals Wahcko?

The Wahcko is a high-end wah-wah pedal for guitar, featuring a red Fasel inductor and a 6-position selector for different frequency ranges.

How do I power the Wahcko?

The pedal runs on a 9V battery or a 9V DC adapter. Make sure the adapter has a negative center polarity (tip-negative).

What is the power consumption of the Wahcko?

When off, the pedal consumes 4 mA; when on, it consumes 30 mA.

Can impedance-sensitive pedals be placed after the Wahcko?

Yes, thanks to the bufferless circuit, the Wahcko does not alter the output impedance, allowing pedals like germanium fuzz to be placed after it without any issue.

How do I use the 6-position rotary selector?

The rotary selector allows you to choose from 6 frequency ranges for the wah sweep. Turn it to find the curve that suits your style.

How do I adjust the internal input gain trimmer?

Open the pedal enclosure and adjust the trimmer using a screwdriver. This adjustment lets you set the input level according to your guitar.

What are the dimensions and weight of the Wahcko?

The Wahcko measures 25.7 x 12.5 x 7 cm (including jacks and knobs) and weighs 1 kg, or 2.2 lbs.

Is the pedal equipped with true bypass?

Yes, the Wahcko has a true bypass, which means the signal is passed directly without coloration when the pedal is disabled.

What does 'bufferless' mean and why is it important?

'Bufferless' means the circuit has no buffer, preserving the signal's natural impedance and preventing negative interactions with vintage pedals or long chains.

What accessories are needed to use the Wahcko?

You need a guitar cable and a 9V battery or a 9V DC adapter (not included). Also consider an electric guitar.

USER MANUAL Wahcko Jam Pedals

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Wahcko

After years of appearing as a mainstay on many pros' boards and earning its fair share of praise and awards, the Wahcko has established itself as the most vocal, expressive and at the same time versatile wah pedal out there.

FEATURING

- RED Fasel inductor

• 6-position rotary switch for different frequency sweep range
• internal trimmer for adjusting the input gain
• mini LED

The Wahcko features a bufferless proprietary circuit design that allows for impedance sensitive pedals, like germanium fuzz boxes to be placed after the Wahcko with no issues!

*Useful Tip

Use your Wahcko as a tone-shaping tool. Turn the Wahcko on, leave it at the toe-down position and experiment with the 6 different settings of the rotary switch. We bet you can find many interesting tones for your lead or rhythm overdriven parts.

CONTROLS

• 6-way rotary-switch select among six distinct frequency ranges
• Internal trimmer sets the input gain

SPECIFICATIONS

• True Bypass
• Works with 9V battery or 9V DC adaptor (tip-negative)
  • Power consumption:

OFF: 4 mA, ON: 30 mA

• Dimensions (jackts, pots etc. included): 25.7 x 12.5 x 7cm / 10 x 4.9 x 2.7 inches
  • Weight: 1 kg / 2.2 lb.

"I love the sweep of the Wahcko, very vocal like and sweet! What a fantastic wah!"

Steve Lukather

"The Wahcko is fantastic! Now I finally have a great wah-wah pedal!"

Bill Frisell

"I absolutely love it! Beautiful job! Every setting on the switch sounds great and the vocal sweep is perfect. Finally, finally, after all of these years a wah I will actually use and not want to sell or destroy!"

Julien Kasper

"The Wahcko exhibits a rugged, broken – in maturity. It sounds like a sweet old wah with lots of miles on it and provides superb tone-sculpting choices for clean and distorted amps!"

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