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About Phaser Pedals


Phaser pedals help you fine-tune your music and make it sound unique. Sweetwater carries an impressive selection of phaser pedals for you to choose from.


We all love those unmistakable peaks, troughs, sound waves, and psychedelic metallic noises that these pedals can create. Phaser pedals, or phase shifters, create a series of filter peaks and modulate their center frequencies, sweeping them up and down the spectrum. The effect is a wavy, sci-fi sound that began as an attempt to emulate tape flanging in the late ’60s. By the ’70s, phasing had become a staple of psychedelic rock, and it’s still a staple effect today. If you look at Sweetwater’s extensive collection of phaser pedals, then you’ll find more options than ever before.


When it comes to character, no two phaser pedals are precisely alike. One primary consideration is whether the pedal is analog or digital. Analog phase shifters tend to be warmer, with gentler filter curves that offer a more organic, washy effect. Digital phasers, on the other hand, can produce sharper, more noticeably resonant filters, and they often include several more filter peaks than their analog counterparts. These factors produce far more pronounced results that sit at the forefront of your tone. That said, Sweetwater also offers several phasers (including models from TC Electronic and Strymon) that do a superb job emulating analog phase shifters.


Some phaser pedals, like the iconic MXR Phase 90, are straightforward. These pedals feature almost entirely fixed settings, except for a single speed knob that allows you to sync the effect to your music. More modern phasers can include extensive controls for resonance, depth, feedback, and more. Phase shifters have much in common with flangers and chorus effects, and you’ll find some pedals include some combination of these modulation styles.


Sweetwater Is Your Premier Destination for Phaser Pedals


While phasers were originally introduced for guitars, the effect is perfect for a wide range of sources, such as basses, keyboards, and even DJ rigs. If you’re unsure about which phase shifter to pick up, then just give your Sales Engineer a call. If you’d like to learn more about guitar pedals, then check out our “Guitar Pedal Buying Guide” or our many other guitar pedal–related articles on inSync.


 

Why shop Phaser Pedals at Sweetwater.com?


With a massive selection of Phaser Pedals, free shipping, a free 2-year warranty, 24/7 access to award-winning support - and more - Sweetwater gives you more than any other retailer! If you have any questions about Phaser Pedals, make sure to give your personal Sales Engineer a call at (800) 222-4700.