All user reviews for the MXR M101 Phase 90

See below ...
In any case it is very strong, it takes up no space and it adds color to the pedalboard!
Oh yes! Y also has a small rubber thing we can set the knob to the right to modify the effect with his foot! Personally I do not use it ...

USE

A single knob ... you can not be easier! No burnout for editing sounds!
You turn right this "phase" fast! You turn left it "phase" slowly! It is very simple ... and I love it!

SOUND QUALITY

With a single knob, it is advantageous to love the sound produced by this effect! Or you love your grain or is not like. I bought especially for this purpose distortion sounds (and it does, believe me!). But I was surprised by the sound it makes clear. This pedal adds a slight crunch on the clear sound. Many do not like and also change the pedal (by removing a component named R28-it seems) to decrease the crunch. Character I like it!

However, when one engages the pedal, there is a slight boost. This is sometimes unpleasant, and it must then turn down the sound of the guitar. And that I do not like! I think the mod 'R28 also removes this boost, but then I walk without being totally sure ...

NOTICE GLOBAL

I use it for 8 months. I have not tried any other model phaser before it. To me it's just an incidental effect so I have not done a lot of research. It seemed to be a reference for the genre, so I just went without thinking. Overall I am very satisfied.

phaser pedal block model (logo) orginale script different from the model (with no LED and power supply 9V jack)

USE

a simple and effective button I love you can not do better MXR solid case is serious

SOUND QUALITY

it sounds in all positions but talk about things that annoy: this pedal sounds worse than the original script, it saturates the sound (audible especially in the clear), it sounds a little hifi cooler than the old. The somewhat pupil output level when activated:
here are the mods to do: remove http://www.erikhansen.net/?page_id=31 R28, C11 and C12 for a more creamy and remove stray saturation decrease the value of R7 (100k instead of 150k)

NOTICE GLOBAL

I use since 1998 I have also the model MXR MXR CSP-101SL and EVH90 that sound even better. I paid $ 45 (new) about 30 euros ... no comment. With experience, you do again this choice? yes 30 euros? after the mods it sounds great

Mxr Phase 90 in blah.

UTILIZATION

Config ultra simple, single knob, the more you turn over the phase time is shortened to reach the end of the race well trippy sounds.

SOUND QUALITY

For me it eats too phaser frequency and suddenly out of the mix too. I seem to hear the phase, and the instrument. So I used it only for very psyche passages coupled with my delay, and I must say that in these cases, it sounded pretty good.
I used it mainly with a strat.

OVERALL OPINION

I used it for years, I had before this one, the boss stage in which I found really crappy (I do not like the boss). The mxr was very nice but as I said before, this too when she was engaged. So I sold to buy 45 vintage phase release, and there I found my happiness.
The value for money is good, but I will not repeat that choice because it's not my type of phase.

A metal model that seems indestructible! with a single knob control (speed)! Feed in a 9v battery or adapter! I personally took the option adapter because in mxr that you must change the battery should not be forgotten but the battery must also be thought of screwdriver!! This is a analomagique effect.

UTILIZATION

No need to book! There is only one knob locks and then you turn until you find the desired effect. Too easy!

SOUND QUALITY

So here we go a bit above! Not only the sonic possibilities are rich and varied. This characteristic is due to the fact that can be used equally well on funk, reggae but also to dress a distortion or overdrive (go and listen to Van Halen or Johnny Winter) or a pack or picking arpeggios!
Second bullet very specific grain mxr Phase 90 with the sound mxr some hate but I personally love! But switched to 0, the pedal delivers a background crunch or overdrive (I do not know too) that blurs some listening and other delights! In short, I have the impression that either love or hate it! Finally around me my musical partners seem to unanimously love! Nevertheless, there is no secret: it a try!

OVERALL OPINION

I have mine since January 2013 and I did not change against another!
This is not the effect that I use the most but it is one that brings little more there or necessary!
The only references on the subject I had previously were phasers cranksets (Vox ToneLab, korg and line 6) which are totally wiped out by the stage 90! I use a Gibson SG voodoo on a Peavey Bandit 112 and a few other pedals.

Analog phasing effect.

UTILIZATION

A single knob that controls both the amount and speed of the effect.

SOUND QUALITY

See below.
Used Gibson Les Paul and Fender Stratocaster.

OVERALL OPINION

I have owned this pedal at the end of 80 years 70/début and then stopped playing, I am separated. Back to the electric guitar, I investissai a Cyber ​​Deluxe that sailed all the effects that seemed necessary. But now, after some time I could not go digital! Cyber ​​Deluxe farewell and hello to a series of MXR pedals and EH I have since largely complete.
After listening to many tests phasing, the MXR Phase90 is new and quite naturally imposed as absolute choice. There are more than thirty years, this pedal seemed superior to all others. And I still do!
The wealth effect is impressive and the only knob is more than enough to find the desired color. Again, the digital analog drives giving that extra something that it is definitely clean.
What does this phasing, this is not just a sound and a unique color but also the history of Rock 70s. This is of course no coincidence that the greatest use ...
The construction provides ruggedness: MXR pedals are made to last. The switch is a total comfort and, above all, completely silent. No breath or any parasite either with a battery or an external power supply noise. Sublime effect in a case of small and robust dimension: what more?
Of course, Reissue model is superior at all levels, not least because it does not take this lightly clean the M101 saturation but actually also part of its charm.
I have four phasing MXR and love them all. Having bought, well after the 74 Reissue version has not made me want to sell this "classic" model. And this time, I swear: I will keep forever!

1 button, and voila. Enough said. Color is announced ... it's good, it's orange. Indestructible case, the jacks can withstand connections wild switch, LED and ... SOUND

UTILIZATION

It can not be simpler, with a single speed setting, it works with all the blows. For indeed, we do not change the sound of a Phase 90, it is not useful because it is THE MXR Phase 90.

SOUND QUALITY

If you love small bitonios changing color effect, its depth, scanning, then you must go his way. We are in the presence of one of the best phaser in the world, and the sound is ready to eat. Guys like me who choose the phase 90 is to be sure the sound without fuss or anything, it's that we heard from Johnny winter or in Van Halen, a very characteristic.
I tried the boss and EHX, I found cold and soulless (this is my personal opinion of course)

OVERALL OPINION

I day I started the adventure "pedals and co", this was the first I bought it because for me, it was my phaser. It is true that I do not use it all the time and all my songs, but when it lights, the music sublime ...
Excellent value for money at less than € 100 Guitarshop in Bordeaux (33). I bought 2 times, since the first is my son who has bitten me.

I bought this timeless classic effect off of Musician's Friend for a mere $59.99 - I'd shopped around forever and believe me, it's the best price you'll get.

The reason I purchased this unit is simple - it is a must have for musicians in every genre!

I love the sound - it's timeless, classic, vintage . . . it can be incorporated into nearly everything from classic rock to contemporary to alternative to heavy metal . . . I find that it is very versatile and sounds great with just about anything.

I can't think of anything that I don't really like about it. Guess it'd be nice if they were manditorily issued with every guitar!!!

The construction is the simple vintage looking orange metal box . . . quality? Ask Jimmy Hendrix.

The bottom line simply is, if you're a guitarist, this is a must-have effect and nothing delivers like the MXR Phase 90 (although, you could up the ante, if you're feelin' froggy and jump on the MXR Phase 100!)

This review was originally published on http://www.musicgearreview.com

I got it from this place called avenue guitars for $123.

It has a rich, warm phasing sound like no other phaser. It is very transparent and it is slightly distorted which makes it even more warm and makes it sound more distinctive and better sounding. It can be used for slight phased passages of chords or solos, to the swooshing sound to warbly crazy sounds.

It sounds like poop after distortion, but that is okay because it sounds great before distortion, this isn't a reason to not buy this.

It is heavy and very sturdy, very tough.

It is a good buy if you are looking for a no frills phaser that sounds awesome.

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This version of the Phase 90 is the more modern "block logo" type that was introduced in the later seventies and built up 'til now. It has the same basic look as the classic models, except the logo is in a block of printed text, as opposed to the script of older models. Also the tones out of this model are less subtle than the script logo models... it's a more pronounced phase sound for players that desire something with a little more whoosh. It just has the one speed knob. It can be powered via battery or AC adapter.

UTILIZATION

Setting up this pedal is pretty simple. It's only got the one control so it's not really putting you through the paces of dialing in a bunch of knobs. It pretty much goes from a very slow and quiet phase to a very jarring and fast one that can cut through a mix quite well. This model sounds a bit more modern than my script logo, and doesn't quite have that treble booster quality that I like in my MXR Phasers. That being said, for someone who just wants a simple and modern sounding Phase 90 and doesn't care about having a more vintage sounding unit, it's great.

SOUND QUALITY

This pedal sounds pretty much like you would expect. It doesn't quite have the really intense and crazy settings of some of the BOSS or other phasers with more controls, but instead it offers a more focused sound that's pretty unique and cool. I like using this pedal with a clean sound and some reverb/delay to get a nice wooshing tone to my chords and certain melodies. I don't care for this pedal in a Van Halen type setting (the main reason I wanted a Phase 90) because the sound is too pronounced, even at lower settings.

OVERALL OPINION

All in all I think the MXR Phase 90 is a pretty cool pedal. I prefer the script logo models, but it's definitely still a nice buy for someone looking for a nice simple phaser to add to their board. They only run about $90 or so new which is a pretty good price. MXR pedals are pretty reliable, and aside from lacking true bypass, really don't need any mods or changes. If you're looking for a basic phaser with a more modern take on the seventies phase tone, have a look at this one.

This is MXR's newest line of phasers out there. One of the most simplest effects one can possibly own.

Suppoed to be warm and analog sounding. Giving it that oh go recognizable 'swooshing' sound you hear on nearly every recognizable record.



UTILIZATION

Very easy, one know adjusts the amount/intensity/speed and depth of the phase sound, turn it to what you think sounds good according to what you're playing and how extreme or subtle you want the phase sound to be.

SOUND QUALITY

A lot of players almost always compare this to the script version and make a lot of observations about which one sounds better etc etc. I'm not going to open that can of worms it's just not worth my time.

The phase sound coming from this stock phase 90, however, is quite good. The swooshing sound is quite thick and extreme if you want it to be, however you can set the knob lower and get a more subtle phase sound if you wish. Again, depends on the context of your playing or the song that you're playing etc, set it accordingly. I don't think this pedal's true bypass as far as I know, most MXR pedals are not.

But the effect itself is simple and works. I can't really complain, it does what it's meant to do and does a fine job.

OVERALL OPINION

Overall, it's a phaser. It's so simple it's stupid. I don't see why anybody would need to start comparing this to the older versions etc etc. There's really no need, it's just an effect, a swooshing sound that's adjustable with one single knob. I like it, it sounds good to me depending on where you set it and how distorted your signal is or how clean your signal is etc. But this type of effect, in my opinion isn't meant to be complex and over-analyzed, it is what it is and that's that!

Analog Phaser true bypass. A speed control and a switch to trigger the effect. We are in MXR so it's solid, no pop or breath when the phaser is running. You still have to unscrew 4 screws to access the battery.

UTILIZATION

A knob, you can not be easier!

SOUND QUALITY

Received on a Saturday morning, installed and plugged into the pedalboard and there ... what's that sound?!
I bought it to use it mainly clean sounds (reggae, funk, Pink Floyd) and the effect this truly unpleasant distortion when the media openly attack (even with a compressor).
I removed the resistor R28 and capacitors C11 and C12 in the afternoon and there ... miracle! A rich and creamy, super heat typical vintage. The effect is much more transparent and musical, a little less marked, perhaps. But it excatement the sound I wanted! So five stars but after the mod!

OVERALL OPINION

For the modest sum of € 50 to OCCAZ was a sound that really comes close to the version script logo. Amateur vintage phaser typed, please do the mod. You will not regret it!
The process of
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Very simple box.

Rugged metal housing, good quality stomp switch, one single pot with a neat knob. 9v powered or via an AC adapter. LED to indicate on/off status. 1/4 inch in and out.

One caveat is that the unit I have needed a pot replaced, so the durability of the pot itself is questionable. It's also a very odd value potentiometer, so I had to go with the next nearest value. Just know this going into it.

UTILIZATION

This is bone-dead simple to use. Plug in, stomp it, move the knob to the desired speed, and jam! With one knob, one switch, one led, it's about as simple as an effect pedal can get. As a bonus, it is in a pretty small Hammond-style enclosure, so it will fit neatly onto all but the most packed pedalboards. Nice!

SOUND QUALITY

The pedal sounds good at any setting, but different speeds can greatly change the feel of the unit. For instance, convincing faux-Univibe tones can be coaxed from it, as well as splashy and warbly tremolo-ish sounds. Eddie Van Halen used this pedal a lot in the old VH days, but the components seemed to have changed a bit since that time, as there is a "script" model offered now, which is supposed to give a closer tone to the older ones. I found a very easy mod to perform in which 3 resistors are clipped and removed from the circuit, and it did improve the depth of the sound.

My favorite way to use this pedal was to stomp on it during solos to add movement and depth - it brought the tone out above the rest of the band a bit more. Very cool.

OVERALL OPINION

This is basically a one trick pony, even though the feel can be varied. It sounds good on any speed. I would recommend looking up the "script mod" and getting surgical with it, but after doing so, you'll really love the resultant tone of the pedal.

Small analog phaser, solid and imple trs use.
one knob for speed.
input, output, jack adapter 9v

UTILIZATION

With one knob is really easy.

we adjust the speed and that's all, just like APRS "this" phase, a characters own trs brand (personal I am a fan)

SOUND QUALITY

The phaser of Mr Eddie Van Halen (and me too)
Goth Derire my LP and my amon pramp ENGL 530, I can get closer to the sound of "Paradise Lost" on songs like "Hallowed Land".

OVERALL OPINION

For me it is THE phaser.
a personal note that I put in prfre amon the pramp in the loop.

One switch and one knob for speed of phasing
a rubber pad to be able to change the sound with the foot (c not very accurate, but aa the merit to exist and is very practical)

UTILIZATION

Press the switch to activate the effect

SOUND QUALITY

Warning: the phasing effect is very strong and sound a bit saturated
and yes, the pedal a little Cunche clear sound (see bcp as microphones utiliss)
One way of stopping the crunch, playing with single coils or split its double, and the volume down a bit on the guitar (you can also make changes by removing the components, but hey, personal is also the famous crunch that I bought it ..)
For heavy distortion, the foot (see Van Halen, but everybody knows)
I love all the sounds of pedals, it is unique
Only problem, it seems rather difficult to use for the funk, but good since I do not ....

OVERALL OPINION

I use depusi few weeks and I'm in love.
I tried other models, such digitech, boss (I do not like it too), Electro Harmonix, and I heard the Moog in mag (unfortunately already have not had time to try it, but I think it will be for ending for this machine looks really great ...), and I take rsolu MXR, simply because I find the sound excellent.
trs versatile little, but a unique sound.
For lovers of electronic phaser trs the Air, it is better to use the MOOG or, where singing, a digitech phaser (this also is a killer, but hey, I would use plutt for electronic music, the sounds seemed too traditional chemicals, but the sounds poue electr, bravo!)
For users of phaser in clean only, so does it can be prfrer electro harmonix if you do not want a crunch (I mean, I can easily rev r Gler this little pb)
I would do this choice?
YES !!!!!!!!!!
100 For this machine, it's expensive, but good, as good a price
I advise many sr, but I think we must all costs try all of phaser pedals that exist to find the sound that suits him
They are all VERY diffrent, 100/200 and the pedals, take his time I think ..

Ben .. a small box orange nice .. simple .. with one button and one adjustable speed ... In between 1 and exit out ...

UTILIZATION

It is very simple .. the effect is con rules and the manual, I jmen crazy even to look, it's going to say like that alone ..

SOUND QUALITY

In short, the sound is exeptional for that price and the simplicity ... I have a Gibson SG Special and a peavey bandit 112, c not bad at all ...

OVERALL OPINION

I use it for 6 months ... I like simplicity itself avrai say I did not even try before you buy ... I fi has a reputable. Report quality great price and I do not regret it at all.

Phasing pedal using analog technology.
A single knob to adjust the speed of the effect, difficult to be easier!
This pedal is legendary on the market since 1974 (although the components have almost certainly change over time), and its strength is as legendary as his sound.

UTILIZATION

The general configuration is on-not-be-more-simple. Its standard format ensures that the Phase 90 of Mxr place in many a pedalboard.
Editing of different sounds is immediate, simply turn the single knob, thus no need detailed instructions!

SOUND QUALITY

I used (and I still from time to time) this pedal on electric guitar, although it gives very good results on my keyboard.
This pedal takes us into the 70's: in the books rock, reggae, funk and hard, she can complete a chorus or flanger or supplant them.
With distortion, we find the legendary sounds of Van Halen, a lower cost than with his signature model for me has made very similar.

My main complaint concerns the distortion it brings to his phaser clear of the amp. Let me explain: it provides both triggered a dirty side to her, especially when we aggressively attack the strings, making it difficult to use for attacks funky energetic ... I read somewhere that there is a modification to the PCB to remove this flaw, but not knowledgeable I got into any risky experiment ^ ^ On the other hand, some research may be To this end, this is just my personal opinion!

Some types of settings (subjective of course ^ ^)
8: Uli Jon Roth, "In Trance" Tokyo tapes.
10-11 h speed typical Van Halen
14h "Memory Motel" The Rolling Stones
thoroughly: "No Quarter" by Led Zeppelin.

OVERALL OPINION

This is the first pedal that I purchased, there are two years ago.
It corresponds, at his, had the idea that I'm a phaser (I'm not a fan of electro harmonix example, too "metal" for my taste)
I would do probably this choice, however I do not use so much more compared to my chorus.

I recommend this pedal, however, for those looking for the sounds of artists I could mention

Normal phase, a knob and pi 'veiled
Analog
What pedal basic, standard format mxr, mxr quality housing which should not look ..

UTILIZATION

Config ultra simple, one knob is quickly seen
Manual unread for change (against the I do not know if there is one with, but hey if so it's a bit of foutage of mouth lol, I do not see what they could say except
-Turn RIGHT: ITS TURN FASTER
OTHER turn-RIGHT: ITS TURN MORE SLOWLY)
I'm not yet at a glance so I understand, you should do it too ...

SOUND QUALITY

Super phaser
known, recognized, used by lots of great tit ga FRICA top billing
can be a little too aggressive, but there is a manipulation which would make the sound more "smooth" (see tips), but still I am wary of this kind of miracle cures that can cost you a foot in final
Used with the same instrument Eddie: A GUIITARREEE
great sound for solos, in my humble opinion as a necessary delay for example.

OVERALL OPINION

Used for 2 months
I love the sound, the size of the pedal, the ease of use, the power supply sector in addition to the battery (eh VOX)
I had not tried other models, I have relied on the reputation of this beast, and went to try j'ssuis .4 35 minutes later was MOEE did!
price / quality ratio right I think, but hey I do not know the other delays of this range so I can not say, but for me it's worth it compared to a pedal tc, martin and other junk fucking delicious (I know what I speak eh ..)
OEP I remake that choice, unless I spend a rack, but it would still be boring with a pedalboard to 1700 brouzoufs and dust (euros lol): see profile

Everything has been said previously.

UTILIZATION

Could not be simpler, a single knob control, basta.
In addition it is possible to change the speed at the bottom with the big crown caoutchous just around the button.

SOUND QUALITY

Realistically, you either like this MXR or not, the only adjustment does not change the basic sound. I tried several Wrapped phaser settings, ultimately choosing this one for the sound that suits me perfectly, and also for its simplicity.
Of that in mind when you think phaser, sounds that come to mind often come from this, VH, and many others use it, gotta be a reason too.

OVERALL OPINION

The simple adjustment that could be an obstacle is in fact an asset. If the basic sound please, then go ahead, it's simple, and it sounds solid. In addition it is not very expensive.

"That says it all" as noted by Baudelaire at the beginning of his career ...

I will add just the traditional 9 volt power supply is what, I had a little flip, wondering if it was not a "reverse polarity" ... Not need an adapter.

And I like her very small size, which allowed me to fit between the multi-wah effect and, without repeating the entire pedalboard.

UTILIZATION

The config could not be simpler ...
Personally I added "points" (13 in all) for benchmarks for single knob "speed". We can remember precisely like that.

SOUND QUALITY

At the end I was pleasantly surprised by the position up to speed, because the sound is very usable (just the sound of keyboard "no quarter" to ledzeppelin, or "Group Four" Massive Attack or the spirit of the John Scoffield in "Hottentot") So these three examples show that this position can be used in arpeggios and solo (or boiled to make sound on a free end of the song ...)

For cons, the minimum speed, in my opinion, lack of presence, but I can not ask him much as a flanger ...

Second point which disappoints me a little is a good offense, especially in his clear, sound saturated with an attack too strong, so you have the volume down a bit of scratch to alleviate the problem. (My house is a Telecaster, not very accurate, very powerful and microphones ... perhaps for that.)
It's quite annoying for funky rhythm where it is not really matter to soften the attack, otherwise you lose all the efficiency of the thing.

I'm went to the dealer who told me that this is what gives the characteristic grain of Phase90, and because they can not.

OVERALL OPINION

I've had one month, and I chose for the simplicity of the thing, the only speed knob is sufficient, as the presence is set to itself (and it does probably better than me) ...

For those who like an outlet for expression pedal, I can say I have no need, because if we add the sort of thing adaptable plastic knob on the original, it can handle more easy to walk without the risk of the fart, and it takes no more space on the pedalboard.

A choice to re surely. The value is excellent and is super versatile.

Phaser analog pedals for guitare.Dispose of between 6.35 and one output jack.
Has an input for connecting an external power supply in addition to the conventional nine-volt battery.

UTILIZATION

Configuration is very simple. A single knob that allows the publishing of sound.

SOUND QUALITY

The effect produced by the phase 90 is the phasor! So it's no problem that we are looking for. As against this version a bit saturated in clean, just follow the manip Describes the TIPS for the pedals to be really sound. You can also with other changes the mode into "script logo", which will produce a softer phaser.

OVERALL OPINION

I am the User since about 2 years. In my opinion it's a phaser possder if one seeks a phaser pedals for guitar. I have tried other brands: boss, ibanez, etc.. 90 is the phase that has the best quality-price ratio son.Le is excellent, I would do without this choice hsiter.

Rod Barthet http://www.rodbarthet.com/

See below ... In any case it trs solid, has not take up space and add color to the pedalboard! Oh yes! There's also a little rubber thing that can set the knob in order to effect change with his foot! I personally do not use it ...

UTILIZATION

One knob ... can not be easier! No burnout for shipping sounds! You turn right to "phase" soon! You turn left "phase" slowly! It is extremely simple ... and I got!

SOUND QUALITY

With one knob was intrt love the sound of this! Or we like the grain you like or not. I bought this mainly for distortion sounds (and believe me the fact!). However I t surprised by the sound that gives a plain. This lightweight pedals add a crunch on the clean sound. Many do not like change and also the pedals (removing a component named R28 it seems) to reduce the crunch. Personal I like it! However, when one switches on the pedals, there is a lightweight boost. Sometimes it dsagrable, and it is then necessary to lower the sound of the guitar. And I least!

EDIT: Finally, this lightweight crunch com get drunk! So I did the R28 mod, it's easy, just cut one leg (or d-welded properly) a small pice electronic and that's it! Done in 5 minutes. Your exact is extra! The quality of the effect is suprieure. I highly recommend it. The effect seems less "artificial". Beginners race in the knob (my favorite position) has sounded a little more quiet but much better. However, the change does not remove the R28 boost volume begins bored ...

OVERALL OPINION

I use it for 8 months. I have tried any other models of phaser before it. For me it's just an incidental effect so I did not normment Research. She seemed to be a gender-references, so I function without too rflchir. In the end, I am satisfied with TRS.

Analog pedal with one volume pot. MXR quality to appointment.

UTILIZATION

config ultra simple. it's plug 'n' play (in mm tps, there is only one button). is connected and you turn the volume pot.

SOUND QUALITY

the sound quality does not betray the aesthetic quality. The volume pot is very effective on the race. I particularly appreciate the range 11h-13h. if you listen to 'Have a Cigar' of Floyd, you'll know what the talking.

small flat on the sound: I quickly made the mod r28. after the mod, the pedal is more musical, even easier to use and meets COMPLETELY sound spectrum of the guitar. know that this pedal is better behaved than upstream of the preamp in the loop (especially if you have not done the mod r28).

I play telecaster and dean v and the pedal is very transparent (if one can speak of transparency for a phaser) and finds its place well as they play in clean or saturated on single or double coils.

I put 8 / 10 because of the mod required.

OVERALL OPINION

I've had years ... qq and I will have likely still qq years. although this is not the pedal is used to excess, it quickly becomes addictive. is the reference phase. Remains that he may prefer a custom model (or type csp026 csp101) if you do not want to play the cutter. and yes, in my humble opinion, the r28 mod seems mandatory. and therefore leaves a choice to repeat, I will try these custom designs. but not for now

I have played quite a few phase pedals and there are some great one out there. I really like the A/DA phasers and the stuff you get out of TC and Eventide. For me though I think it was about simplistic value. I am a very big fan of Eddie Van Halen and so getting something that I know he used was the way I was going to shop. If you notice the price I paid may seem high. I bought this from Analogman it is the hand wired version with added true bypass and LED. I have owned this pedal now for about 3 years and it has never failed me. I use this pedal often and has been on my pedal board since inception.

It has a great range or sweep of phase that goes from simple phase to pulsating phaser. It only has one knob and it is as simple as it gets. It takes a 9v plug in.

UTILIZATION

One knob for control and that is all you need with this pedal. You would be surprised of how much variation the sweep range has with only one control. It isn't hard to figure out you have to use your ear to tailor it to your personal preference. I generally keep mine around the 9:00-11:00 range. It is somewhat subtle in this range but adds a nice sweet element to your overdriven tone.

There isn't any need for a manual with only one knob.

SOUND QUALITY

The tone is perfect for me. When I engage it, it doesn't cut the volume of my original tone like many pedals do when engaged. That was a big selling factor for me. Since it doesn't have a volume knob I was a little leery of how good it will work without a volume control, but it has a great unity volume standard in the unit.

I have used this with a number of guitar and amps. The current rig I have this week is a Les Paul going into a Splawn Quickrod and going into a vintage Marshall 4x12 with blackback Celestion speakers. I run this pedal in front of my amp. It sounds good in the effects loop as well but I think these MXR phaser pedal sound best in front of the overdriven amp. I many times couple this with a delay and I get some great early VH tones. I used a Wolfgang to get those tones.

OVERALL OPINION

This pedal like many of MXR's is so simple and easy to use. They as a company don't get to crazy with many controls and options. I think the tone of their products have such a sweet ranges of tones that I don't think you need a group of different controls. At around $100 this is a great priced pedal. If you need something simple and that will get you a great vintage phase tones than this is your pedal. If you want something with a little more options and for funky effects that take phasing to a whole new level then grab an A/AD phaser reissue.
I would recommend this to anyone who wants keep it simple. One knob control is very simple and you'll love the tone you get.