Jim Dunlop Joe Bonamassa Cry Baby Wah JB95 – Signature Wah with Vintage-Style Halo Inductor
Fiery, Deep, and Powerful. The Wah of a Blues Legend.
Whether he's blazing through the blues on his own or rocking with Black Country Communion, Joe Bonamassa's playing is fiery, deep, and powerful. And when he really wants to express himself in a solo, he steps on a Cry Baby wah. That's why we at Dunlop worked with Joe to develop the Joe Bonamassa Signature Cry Baby, specially engineered to fit in perfectly with Joe's system, from the way it looks to the way it sounds.
Classic Looks, Legendary Tone
On the outside, the JB95 sports a classy copper top with a smooth-finish black body. This distinctive aesthetic captures Joe's timeless style while ensuring the pedal stands out on any pedalboard. But it's what's inside that truly sets this wah apart.
Vintage-Style Halo Inductor for Added Harmonic Content
At the heart of the Joe Bonamassa Cry Baby is a vintage-style Halo Inductor, voiced to deliver added harmonic content and growl. This special component gives the pedal its warm, vocal character and rich, expressive sweep—perfect for accentuating every soulful bend and bluesy wail.
Large Vintage-Style Thru-Hole Components
Inside, the JB95 features large, vintage-style thru-hole components that contribute to its authentic tone and reliable performance. These premium components ensure the pedal delivers the depth, clarity, and expressiveness that Joe demands from his gear.
Output Buffer for Fuzz Compatibility
The JB95 includes an output buffer to prevent impedance imbalance with vintage fuzz pedals. This thoughtful design feature ensures that your fuzz pedals sound their best when placed after the wah, eliminating the tonal issues that can occur when pairing vintage fuzz circuits with standard wah pedals.
True Bypass or Non-True Bypass – Your Choice
An internal switch allows you to select between true-bypass and non-true-bypass operation. Joe prefers non-true bypass as it darkens the high end, adding warmth and character to his signal. Whether you share Joe's preference or prefer the pristine clarity of true bypass, the JB95 lets you configure the pedal to suit your rig.
One of the Most Expressive Cry Babys Ever
With its huge vocal sweep range, this is one of the most expressive Cry Babys ever made. It's Joe's tool of choice to accentuate every soulful bend and bluesy wail, and now it can be yours.
Key Features
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Signature Joe Bonamassa Wah Tone: Specially engineered to fit perfectly in Joe's system
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Vintage-Style Halo Inductor: Delivers added harmonic content and growl
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Large Vintage-Style Thru-Hole Components: Authentic tone and reliable performance
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Output Buffer: Prevents impedance imbalance with vintage fuzz pedals
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True Bypass/Non-True Bypass Switch: Internal switch for your preferred operation
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Huge Vocal Sweep Range: One of the most expressive Cry Babys ever
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Classy Copper Top with Black Body: Distinctive looks that stand out on stage
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Road-Ready Construction: Built to withstand the rigors of touring
Specifications
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Model: JB95
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Effect Type: Wah
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Artist: Joe Bonamassa
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Inductor: Vintage-Style Halo
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Components: Large Vintage-Style Thru-Hole
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Output Buffer: Yes (for fuzz compatibility)
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Bypass: Switchable True Bypass / Non-True Bypass
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Finish: Copper Top with Smooth Black Body
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Power Requirement: Standard 9-volt battery or 9VDC adapter (5.5mm x 2.1mm positive barrel, negative center)
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Housing: Durable, road-ready construction
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Country of Origin: USA
Why Choose the Jim Dunlop Joe Bonamassa Cry Baby Wah JB95?
For guitarists who want the expressive, vocal wah tone of a blues legend, the JB95 delivers. Voiced by a vintage-style Halo Inductor for added harmonic content and growl, this pedal captures the depth and power that defines Joe Bonamassa's playing. The output buffer ensures compatibility with vintage fuzz pedals, while the internal true-bypass/non-true-bypass switch lets you configure the pedal to suit your rig. With its huge vocal sweep range, the JB95 is one of the most expressive Cry Babys ever made—perfect for accentuating every soulful bend and bluesy wail.
"The first pedal I ever purchased was a Cry Baby, 25 years ago," Joe says. "I am so honored to have my name on this pedal and hope it brings you as much fun as it brings me every night on stage."
Legendary tone. Signature design. Built to perform.
