Best Wah Pedals 2026

Top-rated wah pedals 2026 - expert picks for every budget and skill level

Last updated: January 28, 2026 • Next update: February 4, 2026

PRICE RANGES: Under $100 Under $200 Under $300 Under $500

SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced

GENRES & STYLES: For Rock For Funk For Blues For Metal For Expressive Playing For Lead Guitar

BRANDS: Dunlop Morley Vox Mooer

Real McCoy Custom RMC10 Wah Pedal - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (8 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

9/10

Real McCoy Custom RMC10 Wah Pedal

by Real McCoy Custom

Blues Lead Guitar Funk

Key Feature:

• Great for lead guitar solos

✓ PROS

• Real-time frequency manipulation
• Adds vocal-like qualities

✗ CONS

• May cause feedback issues
• Requires foot coordination

Real McCoy Custom RMC10 Wah PedalEffects PedalWah wahThe sound of classic Italian wah pedalsFootswitch: Effect...

⭐ 4.8/5 (8 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 442153

$351

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Fulltone Custom Shop Supa-Wah - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (18 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Fulltone Custom Shop Supa-Wah

by Fulltone

Expressive Playing Metal Lead Guitar

Key Feature:

• Classic rock and funk sounds

✓ PROS

• Great for lead guitar solos
• Adds vocal-like qualities

✗ CONS

• May cause feedback issues
• May not suit all musical styles

Fulltone Custom Shop Supa-WahEffect Pedal for Electric Guitar and Electric BassBased on the Clyde wah pedal with two...

⭐ 4.8/5 (18 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 585747

$439

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Dunlop DCR 2SR Rack Crybaby - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (49 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Dunlop DCR 2SR Rack Crybaby

by Dunlop

Expressive Playing Blues Rock

Key Feature:

• Expressive tone shaping control

✓ PROS

• Expressive tone shaping control
• Great for lead guitar solos

✗ CONS

• Can become overused cliche
• Requires foot coordination

Dunlop DCR 2SR Rack CrybabyRack moduleCry Baby Custom Shop seriesCrybaby in 19" rack format6-Way switch for...

⭐ 4.8/5 (49 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 199149

$956

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Dunlop JTC95 Justin Chancellor Wah - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (55 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Dunlop JTC95 Justin Chancellor Wah

by Dunlop

Funk Lead Guitar Blues

Key Feature:

• Expressive tone shaping control

✓ PROS

• Real-time frequency manipulation
• Expressive tone shaping control

✗ CONS

• May not suit all musical styles
• May cause feedback issues

Dunlop JTC95 Justin Chancellor WahEffect Pedal for Electric BassBass Wah/Filter/Fuzz PedalJustin Chancellor (Tool)...

⭐ 4.8/5 (55 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 537828

$358

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Dunlop Kirk Hammet Cry Baby Wah - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (43 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Dunlop Kirk Hammet Cry Baby Wah

by Dunlop

Metal Rock Lead Guitar

Key Feature:

• Great for lead guitar solos

✓ PROS

• Real-time frequency manipulation
• Great for lead guitar solos

✗ CONS

• Requires foot coordination
• Can be noisy when not engaged

Dunlop Kirk Hammet Cry Baby WahEffect Pedal for Electric GuitarLimited Edition Kirk Hammet (Metallica) Signature...

⭐ 4.9/5 (43 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 610480

$296

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Vox V846 Vintage Wah-Wah - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (24 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

8/10

Vox V846 Vintage Wah-Wah

by Vox

Funk Expressive Playing Rock

Key Feature:

• Real-time frequency manipulation

✓ PROS

• Real-time frequency manipulation
• Classic rock and funk sounds

✗ CONS

• Can become overused cliche
• May cause feedback issues

Vox V846 Vintage Wah-WahWah-Wah PedalFeatures an assertive sound profile with an extended frequency response and a...

⭐ 4.7/5 (24 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 587753

$285

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Fulltone Clyde Wah Deluxe - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (21 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Fulltone Clyde Wah Deluxe

by Fulltone

Blues Funk Metal

Key Feature:

• Great for lead guitar solos

✓ PROS

• Real-time frequency manipulation
• Adds vocal-like qualities

✗ CONS

• Can be noisy when not engaged
• May cause feedback issues

Fulltone Clyde Wah DeluxeHigh-End Wah PedalLike the original '67 Vox Clyde Wah10-Step variable gain controlTrue...

⭐ 4.8/5 (21 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 266429

$362

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Vox V863-CA Semi-Auto Wah - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (23 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Vox V863-CA Semi-Auto Wah

by Vox

Expressive Playing Rock Metal

Key Feature:

• Great for lead guitar solos

✓ PROS

• Great for lead guitar solos
• Classic rock and funk sounds

✗ CONS

• Requires foot coordination
• Can be noisy when not engaged

Vox V863-CA Semi-Auto WahWah Wah PedalCombination of traditional wah wah and auto wah wahThree modesSeamless transition...

⭐ 4.9/5 (23 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 609296

$329

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Tech 21 Killer Wail R.Kotzen Signature - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (6 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Tech 21 Killer Wail R.Kotzen Signature

by Tech 21

Metal Lead Guitar Expressive Playing

Key Feature:

• Real-time frequency manipulation

✓ PROS

• Real-time frequency manipulation
• Expressive tone shaping control

✗ CONS

• May not suit all musical styles
• Can be noisy when not engaged

Tech 21 Killer Wail R.Kotzen SignatureEffect Pedal for Electric GuitarWah WahRichie Kotzen Signature modelSonic...

⭐ 4.7/5 (6 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 611272

$395

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Dunlop Clyde McCoy Cry Baby Wah - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#10

⭐ 4.6/5 (6 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

8/10

Dunlop Clyde McCoy Cry Baby Wah

by Dunlop

Metal Lead Guitar Blues

Key Feature:

• Classic rock and funk sounds

✓ PROS

• Adds vocal-like qualities
• Expressive tone shaping control

✗ CONS

• May not suit all musical styles
• Can be noisy when not engaged

Dunlop Clyde McCoy Cry Baby WahWah Wah Pedal for Electric GuitarLimited edition - 1000 pieces worldwideVocalthroaty...

⭐ 4.6/5 (6 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 333357

$285

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Morley MTPDW 20/20 Distortion Wah - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#11

⭐ 4.5/5 (12 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Morley MTPDW 20/20 Distortion Wah

by Morley

Rock Blues Metal

Key Feature:

• Real-time frequency manipulation

✓ PROS

• Real-time frequency manipulation
• Classic rock and funk sounds

✗ CONS

• Requires foot coordination
• May not suit all musical styles

Morley MTPDW 20/20 Distortion WahMini wah and distortion effect pedalOptical circuitSwitchless designThe distortion...

⭐ 4.5/5 (12 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 484937

$252

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JAM pedals Wahcko - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#12

⭐ 4.9/5 (32 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

JAM pedals Wahcko

by JAM pedals

Blues Funk Expressive Playing

Key Feature:

• Real-time frequency manipulation

✓ PROS

• Adds vocal-like qualities
• Real-time frequency manipulation

✗ CONS

• Can become overused cliche
• Can be noisy when not engaged

JAM pedals WahckoEffect Pedal for Electric GuitarWah WahUpdated model with a true bypass silent footswitch"Red...

⭐ 4.9/5 (32 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 363431

$373

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G-LAB Wowee-Wah - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#13

⭐ 4.7/5 (53 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

G-LAB Wowee-Wah

by G-LAB

Expressive Playing Funk Rock

Key Feature:

• Classic rock and funk sounds

✓ PROS

• Classic rock and funk sounds
• Expressive tone shaping control

✗ CONS

• May cause feedback issues
• May not suit all musical styles

G-LAB Wowee-WahWah Wah PedalAnalogLow bass switchQ Factor switchDeep switch2 Switching opportunities from normal switch...

⭐ 4.7/5 (53 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 218728

$285

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Morley MTTW Tone Questor Wah - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#14

⭐ 4.6/5 (23 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Morley MTTW Tone Questor Wah

by Morley

Rock Funk Metal

Key Feature:

• Expressive tone shaping control

✓ PROS

• Great for lead guitar solos
• Real-time frequency manipulation

✗ CONS

• Can be noisy when not engaged
• May cause feedback issues

Morley MTTW Tone Questor WahEffect Pedal for Electric GuitarElectric Bass or KeyboardWah WahSwitchless operation:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (23 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 619521

$274

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Dunlop Cry Baby Mini 535Q Auto Return - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#15

⭐ 4.6/5 (16 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Dunlop Cry Baby Mini 535Q Auto Return

by Dunlop

Rock Expressive Playing Lead Guitar

Key Feature:

• Real-time frequency manipulation

✓ PROS

• Great for lead guitar solos
• Expressive tone shaping control

✗ CONS

• Can become overused cliche
• Can be noisy when not engaged

Dunlop Cry Baby Mini 535Q Auto ReturnEffect Pedal for Electric GuitarMini WahAuto-return switching function...

⭐ 4.6/5 (16 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 505114

$213

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How to Choose the Best Wah 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

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.

Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.

Higher-priced wah pedals typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.

Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.

Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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Dunlop JTC95 Justin Chancellor Wah

Dunlop Kirk Hammet Cry Baby Wah

Vox V846 Vintage Wah-Wah

Fulltone Clyde Wah Deluxe

Vox V863-CA Semi-Auto Wah

Tech 21 Killer Wail R.Kotzen Signature

Dunlop Clyde McCoy Cry Baby Wah

Morley MTPDW 20/20 Distortion Wah

JAM pedals Wahcko

G-LAB Wowee-Wah

Morley MTTW Tone Questor Wah

Dunlop Cry Baby Mini 535Q Auto Return

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