Catalinbread WIIO

Couvy · #1 03-14-2010, 01:36 PM

Hey Everyone,

I was checking out the clips of the Tech 21 Leeds, but then I also discovered the WIIO. Seems like a pretty similar beast, just didn't see any specific bass experiences with the WIIO yet. Anyone try that yet?

bongomania · #2 03-14-2010, 05:34 PM

I've been curious too, since they are all over the TGP classifieds. I just took a gamble on another boutique guitar OD, the Fuchs Plush "Valve Job", and it turns out to be awesome on bass!

Couvy · #3 03-14-2010, 10:21 PM

yeah, the only real edge that the Leeds has right now in my mind is the mid control. I don't know, though, the bass in this clip is pretty rad. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kuPU27-T0fM

TaySte_2000 · #4 03-15-2010, 04:58 AM

I've been wanting to try one since I had such success with the SFT in the studio just haven't got around to it, think I'm waiting for someone else to take the plunge first

reddi · #5 03-15-2010, 11:15 PM

I would love to hear a shootout between the Leeds and the Wiio.

bongomania · #6 03-15-2010, 11:52 PM

Here's a funny thing: in the TGP classifieds, people are trying to sell the "Version 1" WIIO, a "limited edition" of which only 100 were made, for $200-$300. The new batch CB has made includes a mod to improve the tone and response of the effect, and sells for $159 new.

kugelspot · #7 03-16-2010, 01:16 AM

OK I found a shootout of the SFT and the WIIO. They're REALLY similar. In fact, the WIIO sounds kinda like an SFT tweaked to be more guitar oriented, with less bass (for obvious reasons) and more volume on tap (for driving amps):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HBYwY...eature=related

I really can't hear a huge difference, personally. I don't exactly have the worlds best ear for subtle differences in tone, but as far as I can tell, you'd be better off just sticking with your SFT.

Mark Olson · #8 03-16-2010, 01:24 AM

I think there is a difference, but it'd be a lot clearer if that guy could control his picking dynamics.

TaySte_2000 · #9 03-16-2010, 02:40 AM

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Originally Posted by bongomania

Here's a funny thing: in the TGP classifieds, people are trying to sell the "Version 1" WIIO, a "limited edition" of which only 100 were made, for $200-$300. The new batch CB has made includes a mod to improve the tone and response of the effect, and sells for $159 new.

I heard the V2 had lower gain but I'd have to check with Nic about the differences to be sure

Eric! · #10 03-16-2010, 09:33 PM

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Originally Posted by TaySte_2000

I heard the V2 had lower gain but I'd have to check with Nic about the differences to be sure

I'm preeeeetty sure that's what they did. I want more WIIO bass clips!

diechris · #11 04-04-2010, 12:17 PM

this one caught my eye... I'll jump in

Gonzo476 · #12 05-12-2010, 02:42 PM

Bump. Did anyone get a WIIO? I'm looking for a pedal to get some Hiwatty Joy Division bass tones

b33r · #13 05-12-2010, 07:02 PM

i got some nice dirt tones out of it, but it sucked all my low end. pity.

Gonzo476 · #14 05-13-2010, 06:11 AM

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Originally Posted by b33r

i got some nice dirt tones out of it, but it sucked all my low end. pity.

I guess I'll have to wait for someone to do an extensive review of the Tech21 Leeds...

diechris · #15 05-13-2010, 09:46 AM

very sad to hear.... i really wanted something other then having to get a tech21 character series...

faceinbass · #16 05-13-2010, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by bongomania

Here's a funny thing: in the TGP classifieds, people are trying to sell the "Version 1" WIIO, a "limited edition" of which only 100 were made, for $200-$300. The new batch CB has made includes a mod to improve the tone and response of the effect, and sells for $159 new.

What if the resale price hike/hype machine WAS the reason for a mass release of the V2???

I am not sure if this is the case here but some effects makers don't want their pedal's resale prices to get out of hand.

Timi · #17 06-22-2010, 08:08 PM

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Originally Posted by b33r

i got some nice dirt tones out of it, but it sucked all my low end. pity.

Wow really? I have one on loan from the NZ distro, I've only tried it at home at fairly low volume but it has heaps of low end, way more than my SFT.....

b33r · #18 06-22-2010, 11:40 PM

that's what i thought before i brought it out for a jam on an 8x10. try it out at louder volumes first.

TaySte_2000 · #19 06-23-2010, 04:57 AM

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Originally Posted by b33r

that's what i thought before i brought it out for a jam on an 8x10. try it out at louder volumes first.

I'm so torn between this and the Formula Number 5, might just have to get both.

Only thing that concerns me is the WIIO seems like it would have way more top than I would like, also it would have to be big in the low end for me to like it at all.

b33r · #20 06-23-2010, 04:59 AM

eh no, what i meant was it sounds good at low volumes, but at loud volume, you can hear the loss of low end.