Dunlop Cry Baby GCB-95 Wah-Wah – USA Made, 1990s – Vintage Version

I offer a Dunlop Cry Baby GCB-95 in an older, USA-made version, manufactured in Benicia, California. This is the classic Cry Baby wah used on countless rock and metal recordings throughout the 1990s, valued for its raw response, strong midrange, and unmistakable vocal sweep.

This unit comes from the pre-later revisions era, before production changes and relocations — a detail that many players and collectors consider important both tonally and historically.

Key details

• Model: Dunlop Cry Baby GCB-95
• Made in: USA – Benicia, CA
• Era: 1990s
• Serial number: S/N A4-05444
• Effect type: Wah-wah
• Power: 9V battery or power supply
• Construction: solid metal enclosure

Condition

The pedal is fully functional. Cosmetically, it shows honest wear consistent with age — small scuffs, scratches, and natural patina. Nothing has been refinished or hidden. A genuine, played-in vintage Cry Baby.

Sound

Classic Cry Baby tone:

• pronounced midrange
• vocal, expressive sweep
• excellent dynamic response
• perfect for rock, hard rock, metal, and lead playing

Older GCB-95 units are often preferred for their more direct, raw character compared to modern reissues.

Who it’s for

• players looking for a true vintage Cry Baby
• fans of 1990s rock and metal tones
• a great platform for mods, or simply to keep original
• anyone who prefers USA-made pedals over current production