Jim Dunlop Mick Ronson Cry Baby Wah MR95LTD – Signature Fixed-Wah Tones from a Rock Legend
The Vibrant, Melodic Character of One of Rock's Most Gifted Songwriters
The Mick Ronson Cry Baby Wah taps into the vibrant, melodic character of one of rock 'n' roll's most gifted songwriters. Few guitar players have been able to combine a keen musical instinct with a profound grasp of how to bring a composition together like Mick Ronson. Laden with expressive resonance, his arrangements layered deliberately chosen tones and textures to build exquisite melodies and powerful riffs. The Cry Baby Wah, set in a fixed position to serve as a filter, was key to the tone-shaping vision that Ronson used to transform the face of popular music through his work with David Bowie and many others as both an artist and a producer.
A Legendary Pedal, Recreated with Precision
We wanted to make that incredible Cry Baby Wah sound available to all players, and legendary producer Bob Rock—a friend and collaborator of Ronson's—was there to help. He generously loaned us Ronson's own Cry Baby Wah pedal, an early Italian-made model whose vintage components imbue it with a truly singular sound. Using it as a filter in a fixed position, Ronson recorded many tracks with this pedal, and Rock would go on to use it when recording numerous other artists. With matched specs, tightened tolerances, and a custom inductor, our engineers have recreated this truly special sound.
"You place the wah, and leave it there, and that's the tone," Rock says. "It's all over every record he ever made, and I've used it on every record since I got it. Dunlop's engineers spent the time and sent me the prototypes, and we nailed that sound."
Custom Inductor for Authentic Frequency Response
To capture all of the nuance and detail responsible for Ronson's unique wah sound, our engineers created a custom inductor that replicates the higher frequency response and subtler peak of the original pedal. The resulting sound offers an exquisitely balanced sonic profile that's bright and clear with peaks that stay musically smooth. We want every player to get that same experience, so we tightened the inductor tolerance to ensure the closest possible representation of Ronson's Cry Baby Wah.
Fast Initial Sweep and Period-Accurate Components
We have likewise reproduced the fast initial sweep of the potentiometer, which offers an instant reactivity that's like nothing from the modern era. And it didn't stop there—the engineering team even included period-accurate low-gain transistors and value-matched resistors that contribute to a truly distinctive EQ curve. This is a pedal that is literally tailor-made for Mr. Ronson's signature fixed-wah tones.
Special Finish Inspired by His Work
Capping it all off, we've adorned the Mick Ronson Cry Baby Wah with a special finish inspired by his work. Dig into the signature tones of one of the greatest to ever pick up the guitar. Get the Mick Ronson Cry Baby Wah.
Key Features
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Signature Mick Ronson Wah Tone: Recreation of his own personal Italian-made Cry Baby Wah pedal
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Custom Inductor: Replicates higher frequency response and subtler peak of the original
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Tightened Inductor Tolerance: Ensures closest possible representation of Ronson's sound
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Fast Initial Sweep: Reproduces the instant reactivity of the vintage potentiometer
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Period-Accurate Low-Gain Transistors: Contribute to a distinctive EQ curve
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Value-Matched Resistors: Authentic vintage character and tone
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Special Finish: Inspired by Ronson's work and legacy
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Fixed-Wah Optimization: Tailor-made for Ronson's signature filter-style tones
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Road-Ready Construction: Built to withstand the rigors of touring
Specifications
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Model: MR95LTD
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Effect Type: Wah
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Artist: Mick Ronson
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Inductor: Custom (Tightened Tolerance)
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Components: Period-Accurate Low-Gain Transistors, Value-Matched Resistors
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Potentiometer: Fast Initial Sweep (Vintage-Spec)
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Finish: Special Edition Inspired by Ronson's Work
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Bypass: True Hardwire Bypass
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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
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Edition: Limited Edition
Why Choose the Jim Dunlop Mick Ronson Cry Baby Wah MR95LTD?
For guitarists who want to capture the vibrant, melodic character of one of rock's most gifted songwriters, the MR95LTD delivers. Recreated from Mick Ronson's own personal Italian-made Cry Baby Wah with help from legendary producer Bob Rock, this pedal captures the exact sound that defined Ronson's work with David Bowie and countless others. The custom inductor, tightened tolerances, fast initial sweep, and period-accurate components ensure maximum authenticity. Whether you're using it in a fixed position as a filter or engaging the sweep for expressive lead tones, this pedal brings the legend's voice to your board.
Legendary tone. Authentic recreation. Built to perform
