CryBaby before AxeFXII...

[EdToShred]

Is it ok to run a Cry Baby pedal before the input on the Axe FXII? Seems like I've seen conflicting info on this at one time or another.

 

[tomc3084]

I've done it with no problems, but put it in the closet because I get much better results with the axefx wah

 

[chris]

You can run any pedal before the axe fx, just like a normal amp, as long as you use the front input.

 

[PALYGAP]

And you can also use the FX Loop for WHA or other effects. I put a Yamaha UD-Stomp in it.

 

[Lkdog]

I've done it with no problems, but put it in the closet because I get much better results with the axefx wah

This^^

I have had regular and boutique and modded Wahs.
A Boss FV 500 and the AXE wah beats them all.

 

[EdToShred]

What is a good expression pedal to use as a wah for the AXE II?

 

[wire_twerp]

I use the Mission Engineering pedals - really nice.

 

[yek]

What is a good expression pedal to use as a wah for the AXE II?

Many like the Mission Engineering pedals. Especially with a spring.

 

[guitarjim]

It would be hugely appreciated if some of you guys would share your wah patches. I'm currently using the settings that Yek shared (THANKS YEK!!!). It's great and very usable but still not quite as sweet as my Keeley Modified Cry Baby.

 

[Secret80'sMan]

The Mission pedals are hands down the duck's nuts so check them out. I can't say the Axe's wah is the end all of wah's but it is good enough for most users.

 

[guitarjim]

I can't say the Axe's wah is the end all of wah's but it is good enough for most users.

Absolutely agree, but if we settled for "good enough" we wouldn't be Axe owners in the first place

 

[Robboman]

You guys know you can convert your old Crybaby into a nice expression pedal quite easily, right?

Strymon Tech Corner #2 - Build your own expression pedal » strymon

 

[funny_polymath]

Is it ok to run a Cry Baby pedal before the input on the Axe FXII? Seems like I've seen conflicting info on this at one time or another.

It is completely OK. have been doing it since 2007. You can any pedal that doesn't have a 'preamp' effect to it before the AXE and still use the front input. If your pedal is an OD or a wah with a boost etc., I'd recommend the rear panel.

 

[EdToShred]

Thanks for the feedback!

 

[EdToShred]

One more question on this topic. I checked out Mission Engineering's site. They have a few different version. Right now I don't have the MFC. With the expression pedal going through the pedal jack will I have a toe switch to engage/disengage the wah? If no... how do you get around that?
Thanks!:roll

 

[chris]

Check out auto-engage in the manual.