DOD's unique and welcome voice in the crowded world of wah-wah. Although this has been discontinued for some time, it still remains a favorite for players looking for something outside of the standard Crybaby or Vox barriers. Soundwise, the FX-17 comes of very slick and smooth compared to the squawk and honk of your typical wah. It may comes of as being a little timid or reserved but if injected with a a healthy jolt of fuzz or distortion this thing comes alive. It's doesn't have an ounce of vintage vibe and is probably better suited for a more steamlined and modern sound ala Steve Vai or Satriani. For those without fast fingers, this wah work very well in a textural enviroment for adding tonal shifts and gentle sweeps. The compact nature of the pedal makes it very responsive and the pedal throw is well tuned for both wah and volume.