Dunlop DB01B DIMEBAG WAH DIMEBAG NOIR CAMO

A "From Hell" Cry Baby Designed with Dimebag: More Than a Wah, a Performance Tool

Designed in collaboration with Dimebag Darrell, this signature wah has a clear goal: to offer a wah capable of handling everything, from sharp riffs to blazing leads, with tuning precision far beyond a traditional wah. The "hot-rodded" spirit is at the heart of the concept: a wider sweep, selectable frequency ranges, and an integrated boost to turn the wah into a true dynamic lever. In the limited Black Camo version, it adds a strong visual identity to an already iconic pedal.

For Whom, Which Styles, and In What Contexts?

This wah is aimed at guitarists who want an expressive yet controllable pedal: metal, groove metal, hard rock, shred, but also modern rock whenever an articulated filter and a controlled presence peak are sought. It suits both intermediate players (who want an easy-to-"frame" wah thanks to the range selector) and advanced players who sculpt their signature with their foot.

In live settings, the foot boost and LEDs quickly become essential: you can switch from a massive rhythm to a solo upfront in the mix without relying on an additional channel. In studio, the 6-position selector and fine tuning allow you to place the wah precisely to avoid masking the snare, vocals, or a second guitar.

Controls and Design: Custom Sweep, Gain on Demand

The heart of the pedal is based on an extended range wah complemented by a fine tune control to adjust the sweep character according to your guitar, pickups, and tuning. The 6-position selector changes the frequency zone worked on: handy for switching from a very piercing register (ideal for artificial harmonics and leads) to a lower and wider curve to thicken a riff.

Another key point: the kick-in volume boost, adjustable over a wide range, which adds level when you decide. The LED indicators on the back avoid any ambiguity during a concert: you immediately know if the wah and boost are engaged. Finally, the buffered bypass helps maintain signal presence on a loaded pedalboard, especially with long cable runs.

The Sound

The sonic signature of this wah is made for heavy contexts: a snappy filtering, a sharp attack, and a sense of control that favors fast movements (talk effects, rhythmic accents, expressive bends). The range selection allows choosing between a more biting upper midrange to cut through a wall of distortion, or a lower and wider zone for a more "massive" wah on rhythms. The pedal responds well to foot nuances: you can get both explosive wah hits and fixed positions like a filter (parked wah) to sculpt a modern tone.

Designed with Dimebag Darrell, it naturally suits rich saturations, harmonics, and solos that need to remain clear, while retaining a boost reserve to cut through the mix without excessively hardening the amp.

Technical specifications

Effects	Wah, Boost, Buffer	Type	sector
Technology	Analog	Use	electric guitar
Format	Pedal	Color	Black
EQ	Filter	Power supply included	No

Input impedance	1 megaohm	Range 4	345 Hz / 1.0 kHz to 1.6 kHz
Output impedance	less than 1 kiloohm	Range 5	295 Hz / 750 Hz to 1.4 kHz
Noise floor	-102 dBV	Range 6	250 Hz / 1.2 kHz
Maximum gain at center frequency (fc)	15 dB	Boost range	0.1 to 17 dB
Range 1	440 Hz / 1.5 kHz to 2.2 kHz	Required voltage	9 volts DC (power supply not included)
Range 2	400 Hz / 1.3 kHz to 1.9 kHz	Consumption	2.5 mA
Range 3	375 Hz / 1.2 kHz to 1.8 kHz