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nathanscribe
Silver Member
United Kingdom
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 Posted - 05/28/2009 : 19:43:12
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I used to have an MXR Phase 90, but found it a bit tame. I now have an EHX Small Stone (which I use all the time) and a Boss RPH-10 (which is great for thick resonant phase but quite extreme).
How do folk rate the PH-1r? How similar to the Phase 90 is it?
From what I hear, the PH-2 is pretty similar to the RPH-10.
I'd be interested to hear people's thoughts and experiences on the relative merits of one versus another. I'm in the market for an addition to the (expanding) collection...
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Ollie
Gold Member
United Kingdom
729 Posts |
Posted - 05/28/2009 : 21:17:34
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all I can say: don't get the ph-3. Its pants tbh.
I really want to get a Phase 90 '74 Reissue. Sounds sweet. |
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rhcp_1005
Silver Member
United Kingdom
307 Posts |
Posted - 05/28/2009 : 22:11:44
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I've got the '74 reissue and it is one sweet pedal. I don't think it sounds tame, but I haven't tried any other phase 90's so can't compare it to them. The PH-2 is quite good, mode one is similar to the phase 90 whilst the second mode is more full on (probably similar to the RPH-10). They're the only two I have tried and I prefer the phase 90. You could go for the EVH phase 90 as it has a switch to change from vintage script to modern block logo.
Others that sound cool and I would love to try are the Moog 12 stage phaser, TC Electronic Classic Phaser. |
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Laurie
Double Platinum Member
Canada
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Progger
Copper Member
USA
36 Posts |
Posted - 05/29/2009 : 00:03:22
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Personally, I would think that you would find the Boss PH-1r to be more flexible with keyboards than with guitar. The Phase 90 is an absolute killer phaser with guitar. Mine comes from a weird batch that was pre-Dunlop yet it has a factory installed LED and power jack. I love the MXR in particular with a Strat.
Pad work with a synth I think is spacier with the Boss in comparison to the MXR. On the other hand, if you can afford it, the MoogerFooger phaser is hard to beat. The super slow LFO can be used with other equipment (I use it with a Frostwave Resonator).
How is the CS-3 (or 2?) treating you? I was wondering if you figured out how it could help with TD type sequences. It was such a turning-point to me when I made that understanding. |
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nathanscribe
Silver Member
United Kingdom
376 Posts |
Posted - 05/29/2009 : 00:22:38
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I should add that my Phase 90 was a modern block version. It was OK but I do like a larger, spacier sound than the stock 90 gave. The Phase 100 has recommendations, so that's something I'll probably try some time.
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Originally posted by Progger
How is the CS-3 (or 2?) treating you? I was wondering if you figured out how it could help with TD type sequences.
I picked up a new CS-3, and it does the job (spends its time managing self-oscillating delay feedback at the moment) but I've found the EHX White Finger to be more characterful for rolling sequences. I also recently got a Pearl CO-04 which I've had my old TR-606 through, and it worked a little bit of magic there - turned what is more or less a biscuit tin into a bit of a breathing beast. Well, nearly.  |
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Progger
Copper Member
USA
36 Posts |
Posted - 05/29/2009 : 00:34:04
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I picked up a new CS-3, and it does the job (spends its time managing self-oscillating delay feedback at the moment) but I've found the EHX White Finger to be more characterful for rolling sequences. I also recently got a Pearl CO-04 which I've had my old TR-606 through, and it worked a little bit of magic there - turned what is more or less a biscuit tin into a bit of a breathing beast. Well, nearly.
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Super, that is great news, glad you found a use for the compressor, wish that I could afford another compressor, appreciate your insight about the EHX. I was previously interested in the Black Finger, as it uses tubes. Have you ever heard it? |
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nathanscribe
Silver Member
United Kingdom
376 Posts |
Posted - 05/29/2009 : 00:37:20
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| Haven't heard the Black Finger, Progger, but I do believe it's basically the same except the White uses FETs - there's still fairly limited control compared to a rack-mount compressor, but enough to be useful. The WF has a LED/Lamp switch, to change the light source in its optical circuit, and the lamp is very squashy indeed... great on synth bass sounds. |
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zerksies
Double Platinum Member
USA
3406 Posts |
Posted - 05/29/2009 : 01:12:07
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| get a phase 90 |
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Ollie
Gold Member
United Kingdom
729 Posts |
Posted - 05/29/2009 : 01:17:20
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| I really need to buy a Phase 90 '74 Reissue. Just need to sell my Ph-3 |
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zentropa
Gold Member
USA
837 Posts |
Posted - 05/29/2009 : 01:32:37
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the PH-1r won't be very far removed from the phase 90.
it's basically a phase 90 with a res knob.
the PH-1, MXR, etc. are the "organic" phasers that i prefer, but its their subtlety that i like about them.
for something more in your face, that's most phasers on the market.
ph-2, etc. come to mind. |
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DrakeSequation
Bronze Member
USA
105 Posts |
Posted - 05/29/2009 : 04:43:19
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I have a PH-1r and PH-3 and like both.
I know I'm going to be in a minority of one, but I like the PH-3 better than the PH-1r. IMCO, the PH-3 is a pedal that does everything right. 7 modes (all usable), perfect layout and - best of all - expression pedal!!
Even famed pedals like the PS-3 are mostly known for one or two settings.
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Dirk
Platinum Member
Netherlands
1309 Posts |
Posted - 05/29/2009 : 17:16:41
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PH-1r all the way  |
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Noodler
Copper Member
Australia
36 Posts |
Posted - 05/30/2009 : 12:49:27
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Thanks for the recommendations.
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I really want to get a Phase 90 '74 Reissue. Sounds sweet.
So that's the Script logo Phase 90 you can buy now from MXR/ Dunlop?
I don't think the PH-3 is really the same as some of the other phasers mentioned. I could definitely find a use for both. The PH3 which I own is great for regaae and even a wah effect and can do tricky stuff like step sounds. It sounds very "thick"/ compressed/ not transparent at all which is good for a lot of stuff, but I'm looking at a Phase 100 for a more transparent, milder phase sound. |
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rhcp_1005
Silver Member
United Kingdom
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Ollie
Gold Member
United Kingdom
729 Posts |
Posted - 05/30/2009 : 19:22:04
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Theres so many Phase 90s !
There the standard one, and the script ones. The Custom shop 74 is a 70's Script down to the components, handwired and lack of true bypass.
Problem with the 74 R'ssue is that it's doesnt have a DC input nor an led. Guess thats the price to pay for a sweet sound |
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Phaser choice?
