Best Volume/Expression Pedals Under $200 2025
Affordable volume/expression pedals under $200 - great value without compromising quality
Last updated: November 5, 2025 • Next update: November 12, 2025
Ernie Ball MVP Most Valuable Pedal
- • Professional live performance tool
- • Can control external effects
- • Requires additional pedalboard space
- • Requires practice to use effectively
Ernie Ball EB6182, Mono Volume Pedal, Adjustable minimum volume, 20 dB Boost, Independent tuner output
Dunlop DVP 3 Volume (X) Pedal
- • Essential for ambient textures
- • Hands-free volume control
- • Requires additional pedalboard space
- • May need specific cable requirements
Dunlop DVP 3 Volume (X) PedalA combination volume and expression pedal for guitar and bassAdjustable pedal...
Dunlop DVP5 Volume (X) 8 Pedal
- • Great for creating swells
- • Professional live performance tool
- • Can be accidentally activated
- • May need specific cable requirements
Dunlop DVP5 Volume (X) 8 PedalEffects Pedal for Electric GuitarVolume / ExpressionCreates super smoothuniform volume...
Black Mountain Roller Volume Pedal
- • Essential for ambient textures
- • Can control external effects
- • May introduce noise if low quality
- • Requires additional pedalboard space
Black Mountain Roller Volume PedalEffect Pedal for Electric GuitarVolume pedal with roller controlImpedance: 500...
Mission Engineering EP-1-BK
- • Professional live performance tool
- • Great for creating swells
- • Can be accidentally activated
- • May introduce noise if low quality
Mission Engineering EP-1-BKExpression PedalCompatible with a large selection of digital amplifierseffects devicesMIDI...
Dunlop Volume X Mini Pedal DVP4
- • Great for creating swells
- • Hands-free volume control
- • Can be accidentally activated
- • May introduce noise if low quality
Dunlop Volume X Mini PedalVolume and expression pedal for guitarControls the volume or effects parametersPassive - does...
Crumar EXP-20-MS Expression Pedal
- • Can control external effects
- • Hands-free volume control
- • May need specific cable requirements
- • May introduce noise if low quality
Crumar EXP-20-MS Expression PedalExpression pedal with buttonsSuitable for Crumar Mojo 61 and Mojo ClassicWith 10 kOhm...
Mission Engineering SP1-L6H-BK
- • Can control external effects
- • Hands-free volume control
- • May introduce noise if low quality
- • Can be accidentally activated
Mission Engineering SP1-L6H-BKExpression PedalWith integrated switch ideal for use with the Line 6 Helix RackRack Floor...
Ernie Ball EB6110 VP Slate Black
- • Hands-free volume control
- • Essential for ambient textures
- • May need specific cable requirements
- • May introduce noise if low quality
Ernie Ball EB6110 VP Slate BlackGuitar / Bass Volume Pedal40th Anniversary limited editionAluminium casingRobust kevlar...
Digitech DOD Mini Expression Pedal
- • Professional live performance tool
- • Can control external effects
- • Requires practice to use effectively
- • May introduce noise if low quality
Digitech DOD Mini Expression PedalExpression PedalGear driveCompatible with a variety of effects pedals3-Way selector...
Hotone Tuner Press
- • Great for creating swells
- • Hands-free volume control
- • Requires practice to use effectively
- • Can be accidentally activated
Hotone Tuner PressEffect Pedal for Electric Guitar and Electric BassCombines the functions of volume pedalexpression...
Mission Engineering EP1-L6-BK
- • Professional live performance tool
- • Essential for ambient textures
- • May need specific cable requirements
- • Requires additional pedalboard space
Mission Engineering EP1-L6-BKExpression PedalIdeal extension for Line 6 amps and effectsThe EP1-L6 is the only Mission...
Korg XVP-20
- • Can control external effects
- • Essential for ambient textures
- • Requires practice to use effectively
- • Requires additional pedalboard space
Korg XVP-20Expression/ Volume PedalRubberized surface for better gripMechanical resistor and volume can be adjusted...
Hotone Wong Press Volume Exp Wah
- • Hands-free volume control
- • Professional live performance tool
- • Requires practice to use effectively
- • May introduce noise if low quality
Hotone Wong Press Volume Exp WahEffect Pedal for Electric Guitar and Electric BassCory Wong signature pedal4-in-1...
Hammond EXP50J
- • Essential for ambient textures
- • Hands-free volume control
- • Requires additional pedalboard space
- • Requires practice to use effectively
- Hammond EXP50
- Expression Pedal
- Suitable for SK1
- XK-1
- XM-2 and XK-3c
- J-Version plug can be disconnected from the pedal
How to Choose the Best Volume/Expression Pedals
Budget Planning
- • Under $200: Entry-level
- • $200-$500: Intermediate
- • $500-$1000: Advanced
- • $1000+: Professional
Quality Check
- • Sound clarity & tone
- • Build materials & finish
- • Hardware durability
- • Overall craftsmanship
Key Features
- • Your musical style
- • Skill level match
- • Intended use case
- • Brand reputation