MXR and Wylde Audio Collaboration
MXR developed the WA44ZSSE as part of its Wylde Audio signature series, drawing on Zakk Wylde's long association with Dunlop/MXR effects dating back to the early 2000s Zakk Wylde Overdrive model.
Design Evolution and Sabbath Voicing
The Zakk Sabbath version added a three-position Sabbath switch that alters the midrange scoop and clipping threshold to approximate the modified 80s and 90s Marshall tones Wylde employed with Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath.
Notable Use by Zakk Wylde
Wylde has used the pedal both live and in the studio since its release, pairing it with his signature Wylde Audio guitars and Cry Baby wahs for the aggressive yet articulate overdrive heard on tracks such as 'God Is Dead?'.
