Favorite Phasers
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The old big box Maestro is a classic. For a Script Phase 90 sound, I like the Whirlwind Rochester Series Orange Box, exactly like a Script Phase 90, handwired with the modern features of LED and True Bypass. I also got the MXR Custom Shop Phase 45 reissue, and I think I like it even better than the Phase 90 sound, it's closer to a Univibe sound to my ears, paired with a Fuzz Face or a good OD/Distortion you can get close to Hendrix/Trower sounds with it. Too bad it doesn't have an LED or true bypass, but it can be modded for that if you want. If Whirlwind puts out a Phase 45 that is similar to their Orange Box, I'll buy it in a heartbeat. I also like the old Boss PH1-R, although I think it's a similar circuit to a Phase 90.
Al
The old big box Maestro is a classic. For a Script Phase 90 sound, I like the Whirlwind Rochester Series Orange Box, exactly like a Script Phase 90, handwired with the modern features of LED and True Bypass. I also got the MXR Custom Shop Phase 45 reissue, and I think I like it even better than the Phase 90 sound, it's closer to a Univibe sound to my ears, paired with a Fuzz Face or a good OD/Distortion you can get close to Hendrix/Trower sounds with it. Too bad it doesn't have an LED or true bypass, but it can be modded for that if you want. If Whirlwind puts out a Phase 45 that is similar to their Orange Box, I'll buy it in a heartbeat. I also like the old Boss PH1-R, although I think it's a similar circuit to a Phase 90.
Al
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RW Moon Phaser has got to be my overall favorite, I use that on probably every other song I record.
Block logo Phase 90 is a close second, the harshness most complain about is actually my favorite thing about it, I think it makes for a great lead boost.
I use the EVH90 from time to time for a different flavor, but not a ton.
Not technically a phaser but I've been using my Rotovibe more and more lately as well.
RW Moon Phaser has got to be my overall favorite, I use that on probably every other song I record.
Block logo Phase 90 is a close second, the harshness most complain about is actually my favorite thing about it, I think it makes for a great lead boost.
I use the EVH90 from time to time for a different flavor, but not a ton.
Not technically a phaser but I've been using my Rotovibe more and more lately as well.
astrozombie
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I play a Phase 90. The standard one.
What? Like the audience is going to know the difference?
I play a Phase 90. The standard one.
What? Like the audience is going to know the difference?
PFDarkside
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I didn't realize all the other Moon Phaser love here!
I didn't realize all the other Moon Phaser love here!
Dude... Playing with fire. Who knows how many girls have already left your shows early saying "Gawd, I can't believe he was using a Block Phase 90." "Totally, not even a Script mod or anything!"
TimmyPage
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I really like the Mooer Orange 90. Its tiny, it's inexpensive, and it has two 'vibes', one for a more vintage and subtle phaser, and one for a more modern one with a deeper scoop. I bought it after trying a modern MXR Phase 90 and the EXH, I just found the 'vintage' tone to be more pleasant than the EHX's, and the modern tone to be spot on with the MXR, so it's more versatile.
I really like the Mooer Orange 90. Its tiny, it's inexpensive, and it has two 'vibes', one for a more vintage and subtle phaser, and one for a more modern one with a deeper scoop. I bought it after trying a modern MXR Phase 90 and the EXH, I just found the 'vintage' tone to be more pleasant than the EHX's, and the modern tone to be spot on with the MXR, so it's more versatile.
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I think there is a big difference in the sound of the regular Dunlop MXR Phase 90 with the feedback circuit (which was added to the later block logo original Phase 90's). The later circuit ones are overly swishy, due to the preset feedback, which gets even worse with high gain and distortion pedals. Keyboard guys seem to like the feedback sound, but try out a script circuit one and you'll easily hear the difference. I have the Whirlwind Rochester Series Orange Box, which is the exact handwired script Phase 90 circuit with an added LED and true bypass (which is also a big plus in the MXR pedals IMO), I think it's the best script Phase 90 pedal around, and was designed by a guy from the original MXR company. I used to have the plain production Dunlop MXR Phase 90, and that constant "swish" sound bugged the hell of me.
I have also recently bought an MXR Custom Shop Phase 45, and now I like that sound even better, it's very close to a Univibe sound. Wish it had the LED and true bypass, though. The Whirlwind Orange Box, and the recent MXR custom shop phase 90 and 45 are also handwired with through-hole components, unlike the newer production Phase 90 that uses SMD components. The handwired type are much easier to repair or mod, if necessary.
Al
I think there is a big difference in the sound of the regular Dunlop MXR Phase 90 with the feedback circuit (which was added to the later block logo original Phase 90's). The later circuit ones are overly swishy, due to the preset feedback, which gets even worse with high gain and distortion pedals. Keyboard guys seem to like the feedback sound, but try out a script circuit one and you'll easily hear the difference. I have the Whirlwind Rochester Series Orange Box, which is the exact handwired script Phase 90 circuit with an added LED and true bypass (which is also a big plus in the MXR pedals IMO), I think it's the best script Phase 90 pedal around, and was designed by a guy from the original MXR company. I used to have the plain production Dunlop MXR Phase 90, and that constant "swish" sound bugged the hell of me.
I have also recently bought an MXR Custom Shop Phase 45, and now I like that sound even better, it's very close to a Univibe sound. Wish it had the LED and true bypass, though. The Whirlwind Orange Box, and the recent MXR custom shop phase 90 and 45 are also handwired with through-hole components, unlike the newer production Phase 90 that uses SMD components. The handwired type are much easier to repair or mod, if necessary.
Al
astrozombie
KatyPerryologist
Favorite Phasers
My phase 90 is pretty old. I know nothing about the circuit.
I think you missed my point. What I mean is that the block logo 90 is usually enough to get the job done. The general public isn't entirely populated by gear heads. The 90 works for me.
I wish I had a Univibe, but so far this is working out.
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My phase 90 is pretty old. I know nothing about the circuit.
I think you missed my point. What I mean is that the block logo 90 is usually enough to get the job done. The general public isn't entirely populated by gear heads. The 90 works for me.
I wish I had a Univibe, but so far this is working out.
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If you have an original vintage block logo Phase 90, and not the regular Dunlop one, it may have the script circuit without the swishy feedback added. All of the regular production Dunlop Phase 90's use the later block logo circuit with the feedback. So you might have the script circuit already. I do understand what you're saying, I'm just saying that for distorted rock guitar I think the script circuit without the feedback circuit sounds better. Didn't want to start an argument or anything!. I say use what sounds good to you, but try both versions before deciding on buying one or the other.
Al
If you have an original vintage block logo Phase 90, and not the regular Dunlop one, it may have the script circuit without the swishy feedback added. All of the regular production Dunlop Phase 90's use the later block logo circuit with the feedback. So you might have the script circuit already. I do understand what you're saying, I'm just saying that for distorted rock guitar I think the script circuit without the feedback circuit sounds better. Didn't want to start an argument or anything!. I say use what sounds good to you, but try both versions before deciding on buying one or the other.
Al
Boogie Bill
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If you can put up with the bigger box, the vintage AC-powered Mu-Tron Phasor was a good one, as it their Bi-Phase. They get big bucks for those now.
I used to own a Phase 100, but couldn't get the sounds I wanted and took it back. I've also never been able to bond with any of the DOD/Digitech Phasors, but I love their Chorus boxes.
I think the best of the Boss Phasors is the PH-1r. I've had one for decades now. I don't think it sounds anything like the MXR Phase 90s. But if I had to go buy an new pedal tomorrow, it would probably be an EVH Phase 90.
Bill
If you can put up with the bigger box, the vintage AC-powered Mu-Tron Phasor was a good one, as it their Bi-Phase. They get big bucks for those now.
I used to own a Phase 100, but couldn't get the sounds I wanted and took it back. I've also never been able to bond with any of the DOD/Digitech Phasors, but I love their Chorus boxes.
I think the best of the Boss Phasors is the PH-1r. I've had one for decades now. I don't think it sounds anything like the MXR Phase 90s. But if I had to go buy an new pedal tomorrow, it would probably be an EVH Phase 90.
Bill
Johnny the Kid
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My ex-girlfriend made me get a Script 90 or she was gonna dump me. We now know what happened there.
I didn't realize all the other Moon Phaser love here!
Dude... Playing with fire. Who knows how many girls have already left your shows early saying "Gawd, I can't believe he was using a Block Phase 90." "Totally, not even a Script mod or anything!"
My ex-girlfriend made me get a Script 90 or she was gonna dump me. We now know what happened there.
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I used to have a Mutron Phasor which I stupidly sold for little money to a guitar store when I was strapped for cash. I cringe when I see what they go for now. I didn't like it as much for guitar, but we used it in a band for a Wurlitzer electric piano, where it worked great, as the Wurlitzer already has a bit of a distorted tone to the sound, compared to a Rhodes. The Mutron is a bit more hi-fi sounding, and it is so adjustable that it will get some pretty ugly sounds if not set correctly.
Speaking of the Wurlitzer, I wondered for a long time how EVH got that "guitar" sound on the main riff of "And the Cradle Will Rock", I found out later it was a Wurlitzer electric piano through a Marshall with a flanger or something on it. I never would have figured that!.
I do like my Boss PH1-R, I have never tried it side-by-side with a Phase 90, but I sort of assumed it was similar in circuitry. It is a nice-sounding pedal, though.
Al
I used to have a Mutron Phasor which I stupidly sold for little money to a guitar store when I was strapped for cash. I cringe when I see what they go for now. I didn't like it as much for guitar, but we used it in a band for a Wurlitzer electric piano, where it worked great, as the Wurlitzer already has a bit of a distorted tone to the sound, compared to a Rhodes. The Mutron is a bit more hi-fi sounding, and it is so adjustable that it will get some pretty ugly sounds if not set correctly.
Speaking of the Wurlitzer, I wondered for a long time how EVH got that "guitar" sound on the main riff of "And the Cradle Will Rock", I found out later it was a Wurlitzer electric piano through a Marshall with a flanger or something on it. I never would have figured that!.
I do like my Boss PH1-R, I have never tried it side-by-side with a Phase 90, but I sort of assumed it was similar in circuitry. It is a nice-sounding pedal, though.
Al
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Kamanda~SD
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If your into the phase 90 sound, check out the Retro-Sonic Phaser. Been searching for that script 90 tone with some flexibility and it was the ticket for me!
http://www.retro-sonic.com/pedals
If your into the phase 90 sound, check out the Retro-Sonic Phaser. Been searching for that script 90 tone with some flexibility and it was the ticket for me!
http://www.retro-sonic.com/pedals
