The Xotic XW-2LE is a limited edition wah pedal from Xotic. Xotic's manual describes the XW-2 as "a refined wah pedal design with an emphasis on 'minimal controls with maximum tone'", and says its custom wound inductor, pot and circuit capture "the pure essence of vintage Clyde McCoy", the vintage wah design the XW series is modeled on1. It sits alongside the Xotic Wah in the company's wah lineup2.
Circuit and approach
The XW-2LE is built around a custom wound inductor, pot and circuit that Xotic says capture "the pure essence of vintage Clyde McCoy"1. Xotic says the wah tone and EQ are "dialed in to perfection making accessing the perfect wah sound easier than ever", and describes the pedal's plug-and-play simplicity as a way to reach a finished wah sound without extensive tweaking1.
Controls
The XW-2LE keeps the control layout minimal: one knob and the rocker pedal itself1.
| Control | What it does |
|---|---|
| WAH Q CONTROL | Adjusts the Q, the width of the filter peak; "in basic terms, adjusts the amount of the wah effect for precise filter shaping to achieve vocal-like effects"1 |
| Rocker pedal | Sweeps the wah filter, operated by foot1 |
"A refined wah pedal design with an emphasis on 'minimal controls with maximum tone'."
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Bypass | True Bypass1 |
| Input impedance | 1M ohm1 |
| Output impedance | 10K ohm1 |
| Nominal input level | -20 dBV1 |
| Power consumption | 9VDC/5mA1 |
| Battery | one 9VDC (006P)1 |
| Dimensions | 8.27" D x 3.94" W x 2.64" H (210 x 100 x 67mm)1 |
| Weight | 2.16 lbs (980g)1 |
Power and connections
The XW-2LE runs on one 9VDC (006P) battery, and Xotic lists an optional AC adapter as a regulated 9VDC with negative tips1.
The manual lists the AC adapter as optional, so the pedal can run on its internal 9V battery. At 5mA power consumption, the current draw is low, but a battery remains the only power source the manual names as included.
Warranty
Xotic's warranty terms for the pedal1:
- Covers failures due to defective parts or faulty workmanship for one year after delivery to the original owner
- Repairs are made without charge for parts and labor, with shipping charges paid by the owner
- Applies only to the original owner and is not transferable
Videos
The Official Xotic Guitars and Effects Channel
Jesse Glick
Questions
Is the Xotic XW-2LE true bypass?
Yes. Xotic's manual for the XW-2LE lists the bypass type as True Bypass, so the pedal's circuit is taken out of the signal path entirely when the wah is off. The manual also specifies a 1M ohm input impedance and a 10K ohm output impedance.
Does the Xotic XW-2LE run on a battery?
Yes. The manual specifies one 9VDC (006P) battery, and an optional regulated 9VDC AC adapter with a negative tip can also be used. Power consumption is listed at 9VDC/5mA, which is light enough for most pedalboard power supplies.
What does the Q control do on the Xotic XW-2LE?
The WAH Q CONTROL knob adjusts the Q, meaning the width of the filter peak. In basic terms, Xotic's manual says it adjusts the amount of the wah effect, letting you shape the filter precisely for vocal-like effects.
How big and heavy is the Xotic XW-2LE?
Xotic's manual lists the dimensions as 8.27 inches deep (210mm), 3.94 inches wide (100mm), and 2.64 inches high (67mm), with a weight of 2.16 pounds (980g).
Sources (2)
- XW-2LE Manual_front, Xotic Effects, 2023
- Xotic Wah, Xotic California (xotic.us)
