Universal Audio Woodrow ’55 Instrument Amplifier – Classic Tweed Tone in a Pedal
The Universal Audio Woodrow ’55 Instrument Amplifier pedal captures the iconic mid-’50s American tweed tube amp sound used by artists ranging from The Eagles to Chuck Berry and Neil Young. Built on powerful dual-engine UAFX modeling and vintage-inspired design, it delivers crisp cleans, rich overdrive and grungy distortion in a pedalboard-friendly format — available now at Soundium.
Key Features
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Authentic tweed amp emulation: Faithfully reproduces the tone of a classic American tube combo from the ’50s, with dual-engine processing tuned for rich character.
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Mic, speaker and room modeling: Includes expertly captured cabinet-and-room combinations derived from a studio “golden unit” for studio or live use.
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Hot-rod boosts and speaker swaps: Choose vintage-style pre-amp circuits and switch between different cabinet models for clean to driven tones.
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Deep app and MIDI control: Use the UAFX Control app or USB-MIDI connection to manage presets, footswitch modes, and unlock bonus speaker options.
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Pedalboard ready build: Rugged construction, dual footswitch operation, stereo output options and true analog dry-through for versatile setups.
Customer Benefits
The Woodrow ’55 pedal gives guitarists and recording engineers instant access to one of the most sought-after amp tones in vintage American rock, without the size, maintenance or noise of tube heads. It handles studio tracking, direct-to-FOH, pedalboard live rigs or re-amping setups with ease — allowing you to focus on playing and tone, not gear logistics. And with Soundium support, you’ll have expert guidance every step of the way.
Quick Specs
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Dimensions: 92 × 65 × 141 mm
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Weight: 567 g
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Inputs/Outputs: 2 × ¼″ mono in, 2 × ¼″ mono out (stereo capable)
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Connection: USB-C for pedal updates and MIDI control
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Power: 9 V DC (center-negative), 400 mA minimum
What’s in the Box
- Woodrow ’55 Instrument Amplifier pedal
- User manual and registration card
Use Cases / Ideal For
Ideal for guitarists, producers and pedalboard-driven live performers seeking vintage tweed tonality for recording, live rigs, home studios or direct-to-PA setups.
Compatibility
Works with standard 9 V DC pedal power supplies (minimum 400 mA, center-negative). Use with stompboard setups, stereo systems or single-channel rigs. Compatible with the UAFX Control app via Bluetooth or USB-C and a USB-MIDI host.
Pros & Cons
✅ Pros:
- Authentic vintage amp tone in a compact form
- Extensive preset control, app integration and speaker modeling
- Flexible usage for live, studio or direct recording
⚠️ Cons:
- Requires specific power supply and setup for full stereo output
- MIDI/app features may add complexity to simple rigs
The Universal Audio Woodrow ’55 Instrument Amplifier pedal delivers legendary vintage tone, modeling flexibility and modern pedalboard convenience—make it part of your tone setup today through Soundium.
