1970s Morley Power Wah Fuzz (Model PWF) – Tel-Ray Era

1970s Morley Power Wah Fuzz (Model PWF) – Tel-Ray Era

Price: $750

Own the legendary "beast" that defined the bass sound of Cliff Burton and countless 70s rock icons. This original Tel-Ray era Morley PWF is not just a pedal; it is a chrome-plated piece of rock history. Built like a tank in Burbank, California, this unit delivers a combination of fuzz and wah that modern reissues struggle to replicate.

Electro-Optical Innovation

Unlike standard pedals that use mechanical potentiometers (which wear out and get scratchy), the 1970s Morley uses a unique electro-optical circuit.

• Smooth Sweep: Uses a light-dependent resistor (LDR) for a sweep that is incredibly smooth and expressive.

• Longevity: Because there are no moving electrical parts in the signal path of the treadle, the wah remains noise-free for decades.

The Sound: Brutal & Expressive

• The Wah: Features an incredibly wide, deep sweep that can go from a dark growl to a piercing scream. It is widely considered one of the most vocal-sounding wahs ever made.

• The Fuzz: A thick, aggressive, and harmonically rich fuzz that can be used independently or paired with the wah for that signature "Anesthesia (Pulling Teeth)" lead tone.

• Controls: Side-mounted knobs for Intensity and Tone allow you to shape the fuzz from a vintage buzz to a wall of saturated sustain.

Vintage Authentic Construction

• Chassis: Housed in the classic high-polish chrome "big box" enclosure. This unit shows the honest vintage patina that collectors love.

• Power: Features the original hardwired AC power cord, ensuring maximum headroom and period-correct operation without the need for 9V batteries.

• Origin: Tel-Ray Electronics Mfg. Co., Burbank, CA.

Specifications at a Glance:

• Model: PWF (Power Wah Fuzz)

• Serial #: 63741

• Era: 1970s (Tel-Ray)

• Switching: Two heavy-duty footswitches (Wah on/off and Fuzz on/off)

• Status: Fully functional vintage condition.