"Chrysalis" Wahcko

Custom JAM inductor
At the heart of the Wahcko mk.2 is our custom inductor, inspired by the vintage TDK inductors found in classic 1960s Cry Baby and Vox wah circuits.

Six-position SWEEP
Choose from six distinct frequency ranges using the side-mounted rotary switch. Tailor the sweep to your instrument, amplifier and playing style, or explore a different range without changing the rest of your setup.

Q and input-gain adjustment
The new internal Q trimmer adjusts the character and intensity of the wah response, giving you another way to shape the sound alongside the SWEEP control. The original Wahcko’s internal input-gain trimmer is also retained. Both trimmers default to approximately 12 o’clock.

Guitar and bass modes
Internal DIP switches configure the Wahcko mk.2 for guitar or bass. Bass mode extends its expressive sweep to lower-register instruments while preserving the feel and musicality of the original design.

Adjustable rocker tension
Set the rocker’s resistance to your preference using the included 4 mm Allen key. Choose a lighter movement or a firmer feel under your foot.

Part of the family since 2008
Over the years, the Wahcko has found its way onto the pedalboards of Nile Rodgers, Bill Frisell, John Scofield, Steve Lukather, Richie Sambora and Greg Koch. The mk.2 builds on that history with an expanded expressive range and greater control over its response.

• Bypass: true bypass
• Frequency selection: six-position SWEEP rotary switch
• Internal controls: Q and input-gain trimmers
• Instrument modes: guitar or bass, selected via internal DIP switches
• Power supply: 9V DC adaptor, centre-negative
• Battery operation: 9V battery
• Current draw: 10 mA
• Dimensions including jacks and controls: 25.7 × 12.5 × 7 cm / 10 × 4.9 × 2.7 in
• Weight: 1.7 kg / 3.7 lb
• Input impedance: approximately 70 kΩ
• Output impedance: approximately 10 kΩ
• Included accessory: 4 mm Allen key for rocker-tension adjustment