The Ibanez AF-201 Auto Filter Wah is a rare and sought-after vintage pedal, made in Japan in the late 1970s to early 1980s. Part of Ibanez’s famed “0-series” effects line, the AF-201 is a fully analog envelope filter designed to deliver dynamic, expressive wah and filter effects that respond naturally to your playing attack.
Powered by high-quality analog circuitry, the AF-201 produces everything from subtle vowel-like tones to wild, quacky funk sweeps. It is especially sensitive to pick dynamics and playing nuances, offering bass and guitar players an organic and musical filtering effect without sacrificing the instrument's core tone. With intuitive controls for Sensitivity, Range, and Peak, you can easily dial in everything from smooth automatic wah to sharp, fast-moving filter sweeps.
Built in Japan during Ibanez’s golden era of pedal production, the AF-201 has earned a legendary reputation among vintage collectors, funk musicians, and tone purists. Its warm, natural response stands apart from modern digital filter effects, providing a rich and authentic analog character.
This unit, serial number 136348, is fully tested and in excellent working condition. A must-have for serious players looking to add vintage analog envelope filtering to their pedalboard, or for collectors seeking an authentic piece of Ibanez history.
