Vox VRM-1 Real McCoy

Vox VRM-1 Real McCoy recreates the first ever wah pedal, renowned for its iconic nasal tone. It accentuates the midrange, imparting a warm and melodic quality for expressive lead guitar playing that underscores the articulation of each note.

First introduced by Vox in 1967, the Wah-Wah pedal was initially created to emulate Clyde McCoy’s trumpet mute technique. However, an unintended but music-changing use with electric guitar turned the Wah pedal into a legendary tool for artists such as Jimi Hendrix and Eric Clapton.

Wah pedals from the early days are rare and sought after due to their distinctive tone. However, high costs and component reliability make them risky to use on stage. They can also be expensive to maintain due to the cost of replacement parts.

As a result, Vox’ engineers have worked hard to unravel the mysteries of the original wah. After years of research, this version replicates the exact tonal characteristics of the first wah pedal.

The pedal is powered by a 9 volts battery (not included) or a standard Boss-style 9 volts power supply (sold separately).

Vox VRM-1 Real McCoy demo video