Since 1969, Morley has made effects pedals of all kinds for guitars, basses, keyboards, trumpets, electric violins, cellos, and all manner of stringed instruments. The company was founded by brothers Marvin and Ray Lubow in Los Angeles, beginning life as a TV and radio repair shop before transforming into the company that would forever change the sound of rock ’n’ roll. Today, Morley continues the mission of its founders, building wah pedals, volume pedals, switching devices, and pro audio solutions with superior sonics and tank-like durability to withstand the rigors of touring life.
Early in Morley’s history, cofounder Ray Lubow set his sights on improving wah pedal functionality by replacing the noise-prone potentiometers of older wah designs with a far more reliable, light-based optical circuit — in Morley’s own words, the aim was to “build a better mousetrap.” This design remains a standby on Morley pedals to this day, providing you with decades of problem-free operation. The 20/20 series continues Morley’s outstanding optical-pedal performance in a pedalboard-friendly form, while the Classic series includes a variety of all-time classic Morley pedals from the past. Moreover, most Morley wah pedals feature switchless activation, which engages the circuit when you step on the pedal and bypasses when your foot leaves the treadle. Finally, every Morley pedal comes equipped with a premium buffer circuit to keep your signal strong.
Since the 1970s, Morley’s optical volume pedals have been perennially popular with keyboard players of all genres. The 20/20 Volume Plus builds upon that legacy, and it’s a first-rate choice for all sorts of electronic instruments. Equipped with a handy minimum volume control, this pedal’s versatile performance allows you to set distinct lead and rhythm volumes, call up tremolo effects, and even dynamically modify the gain structure of your favorite dirtbox or amplifier. Hunting after a pedal to fulfill both your wah and volume needs? The 20/20 Power Wah Volume pedal is revered as one of the finest combination wah/volume pedals on the market, and it can open countless new tonal textures with your existing gear.
Morley’s pivotal role in the development of ABY switchers simply can’t be overstated. After all, Morley is responsible for coining the term, and it came out with the very first ABY switch in the 1980s. Today, its modern ABY switcher stands tall as one of the highest-selling utility pedals of all time. Morley’s modern Gold Series encompasses all the brand’s routing and switching pedals. Whether you need to route three outputs into one output or vice versa, the ABC Pro has you covered. Seeking a top-class amp switcher? The ABC Pro should be at the top of your list. And if you’re after a superior 2-channel mixer with all the durability of a tank, be sure to check out Morley’s ABY-MIX. No matter your routing or switching needs, Morley has your back.
Whether it be hissing on your amp or crackling on your PA speakers, Morley’s extensive array of noise-defeating products will clean up your signal with crystal clear clarity. Hum Exterminator and Humno cut out ground-loop issues right at the source, all while maintaining a rock-solid and safe ground connection. What’s more, the Morley Hum Eliminator removes hum and interference on line levels on the audio-signal side of the equation. Best of all, the Hum Removal Tool Box combines both a Humno and a Hum Eliminator to solve the vast majority of hum issues you’ll ever encounter. And if you’re after a tool to shift between line level and back, Morley’s Line Level Shifter stands at the ready!
From dirtboxes to modulation to time-based effects and beyond, Morley’s expansive range of combo pedals, multi-effects units, and standalone stompboxes run the entire effect gamut. Plus, an entire suite of Morley plug-ins can be accessed digitally within IK Multimedia’s Amplitube collections, putting Morley’s most beloved sounds at your command. Whether you’re rocking the stage or recording in the studio, Morley offers all the effects you need to get the job done.
Throughout its history, Morley has helped lead the industry with disruptive technology and cutting-edge innovation. Every Morley product is packed with state-of-the-art features, ranging from its signature optical-based circuitry to its switchless activation, premium buffer circuit, minimum volume setting, wah lock, and (of course) its signature glow-in-the-dark treadle rubber — a must-have on dimly lit stages. Developed by players for players, Morley products really do give you “more”!
