Dunlop KIRK HAMMETT CRY BABY WAH YELLOW SPARKLE EDITION
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- Limited edition with a Yellow Sparkle finish for a collector's look on any pedalboard.
- Voicing designed for metal solos: smooth response from heel to toe, singing mids, and thick highs.
- Inspired by Kirk Hammett's rack wah settings to capture his signature sweep and "cry."
- Hardwire bypass and low power consumption: simple, efficient, stage-ready.
Manufacturer Information
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A Cry Baby Tailored to Kirk Hammett's Solo DNA
This Kirk Hammett Cry Baby Wah Yellow Sparkle Edition embodies the spirit of a wah crafted for the phrases that shaped modern metal history. Rather than aiming for a vintage, mellow wah, Dunlop relies on Kirk's tuning philosophy (notably his "rack wah" approach): a fluid sweep, a midrange that cuts through the mix, and an immediate feel underfoot. The result is a wah pedal made to trigger harmonics, sculpt attack, and make leads more expressive-even over dense, saturated rhythms.
For Which Guitarists and Styles?
This wah is aimed at guitarists seeking an expressive, easy-to-control pedal clearly performance-oriented. It suits intermediate players looking for a "plug and play" wah as well as seasoned guitarists who demand consistent behavior live.
Stylistically, it's naturally at home in metal (thrash, heavy, modern), but it also works well in hard rock and edgy rock whenever you want leads that "speak." In the studio, it helps place a solo part in front of a wall of guitars. On stage, its smooth sweep allows quick passages, melodic lines, and rhythmic accents without struggling with pedal travel.
Controls, Design, and Key Points
The philosophy is clear: a signature wah that goes straight to the point. The core circuit is calibrated to offer a consistent sweep from heel to toe, with a frequency band shaped to deliver expressive mids and a thick top end. The goal is to maintain presence and body even with high gain upstream.
The hardwire bypass ensures a direct signal path when the pedal is off. Integration-wise, it sits easily before distortion to accentuate attack and harmonics, or after overdrive for a more pronounced, "vocal" wah effect. Powered by 9V DC with low consumption, it's a simple ally to power on a live pedalboard.
Sound
Expect a wah with a strong character: howling mids, a very present "vocalizing" sensation, and thickness in the upper spectrum that helps notes stay clear on saturated amps. The sweep is designed to remain smooth (no frustrating dead zones), facilitating fast runs and precise foot movements. At heel position, the sound gains roundness and tension, while at toe position the wah adds dense, aggressive brightness-ideal for highlighting vibrato, bends, or melodic lines amid heavy riffing.
Technical specifications
| Effects | Wah | Use | electric guitar |
| Format | Pedal | Color | Yellow |
| EQ | Filter | ||
| Input impedance | 680 kohms | Heel Down | +17 dBV |
| Output impedance | 4.7 kohms | Toe Down | +21 dBV |
| Low pass | 300 Hz to 380 Hz | Bypass | hardwire |
| High pass | 1.4 kHz to 1.8 kHz | Required power | DC 9 volts |
| Input | -13.5 dBV | Consumption | 4 mA |
| Output | +6.5 dBV | Required voltage | 9V DC |
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Very happy with this wah! We really find the sound of Kirk Hammett, it's exactly what I was looking for. The painting is superb too, even more beautiful in real life. Nothing to complain about!
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Questions frequently asked
Is the Dunlop Kirk Hammett Cry Baby Yellow Sparkle suitable for metal?
Its sweep is tuned for expressive mids and a dense high end, to maintain note clarity with significant saturation. It naturally fits thrash, heavy metal, and hard rock.
What power supply is required for this Dunlop wah?
A 9 V DC power supply is required, with a current draw of 4 mA.
What is the tonal character of this Cry Baby Kirk Hammett?
The filter range extends from 300 to 380 Hz in low pass and from 1.4 to 1.8 kHz in high pass. In toe-down position, it delivers an aggressive brightness; in heel-down position, the tone becomes rounder.
Does this wah pedal have true bypass?
The circuit includes a hardwire bypass that provides a direct signal path when the effect is off. The input impedance is 680 kΩ and the output impedance is 4.7 kΩ.
Where should this wah be placed in an effects chain?
It can be positioned before distortion to accentuate attacks and harmonics. After overdrive, the wah effect becomes more pronounced and vocal. Its 9 V DC power makes it easy to integrate on a pedalboard.
