Description

Dunlop Jerry Cantrell Signature Crybaby Wah, $229!

The Dunlop Jerry Cantrell Cry Baby Wah (JC95) is a signature wah pedal designed in collaboration with Jerry Cantrell, the iconic guitarist of Alice in Chains. This pedal is tailored to capture the dark, expressive wah tone that has become a hallmark of Cantrell’s guitar sound, particularly in the grunge and hard rock genres. The JC95 offers a custom-voiced wah effect with sweep and tone controls to allow players to fine-tune the range and response of the wah to suit their personal playing style.

Key Features

  • Custom-voiced wah pedal, designed to match Jerry Cantrell’s distinct tone
  • Sweep control allows adjustment of the wah frequency range
  • Fine-tuned darker voicing for a more subtle, growling wah effect
  • Tone control for shaping the overall sound, adding flexibility
  • True bypass switching to maintain signal clarity when the pedal is disengaged
  • Rugged metal chassis, built for heavy use
  • Copper-colored finish with Cantrell’s signature logo, reflecting its unique aesthetic
  • 9V power supply or battery-powered operation

Sound Profile
The JC95 Cry Baby Wah delivers a darker, more expressive wah tone than standard Cry Baby models. The custom voicing provides a warm, growling wah effect that works particularly well in hard rock, grunge, and metal genres, while still offering enough range for bluesy or subtle applications. The Sweep control lets players adjust the range of the wah effect, allowing for either a narrow, focused sweep or a broader, more expressive response. The Tone control adds further flexibility, allowing users to fine-tune the pedal’s overall brightness or darkness. The pedal excels at producing thick, vocal-like wah tones, perfect for soloing or adding texture to rhythm parts.

Applications
The Dunlop JC95 is perfect for guitarists who want a darker, more refined wah sound, especially those who are fans of Jerry Cantrell and his work with Alice in Chains. The pedal works well in grunge, alternative rock, hard rock, and metal, where a subtle yet expressive wah sound can add depth to solos or rhythm sections. The custom sweep and tone controls allow it to be tailored to suit various playing styles, whether for heavy riffs or more melodic passages.

Build Quality and Aesthetic
The JC95 Cry Baby Wah is built with a rugged metal chassis, ensuring it can withstand the rigors of frequent use in live performances or studio sessions. The pedal’s distinctive copper-colored finish and Jerry Cantrell logo make it visually striking, standing out on any pedalboard. The true bypass ensures that the signal remains clean when the pedal is off, while the footswitch and control knobs are designed for durability and smooth operation.

Country of Manufacture
USA

Collectibility and Market Value
The Dunlop Jerry Cantrell Cry Baby Wah is valued both for its high-quality performance and its connection to one of the most influential guitarists in rock and grunge music. It’s a popular pedal for collectors and players alike, holding good market value due to its association with Jerry Cantrell and its tailored, unique voicing. As a signature pedal, it appeals to both fans of Alice in Chains and guitarists who want a more refined, darker wah tone compared to standard Cry Baby models.

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