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MXR EVH Phase 90
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MXR EVH 90 a collaboration between Eddie Van Halen and Dunlop Manufacturing that represents a totally redesigned, updated version of the legendary Phase 90. The EVH 90 will give you the same great spacey swirls and hypnotic warbles that made the Phase 90 famous. But the EVH 90 also features the all-new Script switch that lets you instantly toggle between a vintage, ...
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| Ease Of Use |
One look should say enough. One speed knob, 2 switches. The knob determines the rate of phase you want (which is a pretty wide range) and the switch determines how saturated you want your overall sound to be. The most difficult thing about it is switching the battery. You have to unscrew the bottom to access it. But that is really no issue.
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| Sound |
I was hesitant to use this at first thinking it could be a one trick pony being as it is a signature product. I was quickly corrected once I gave it a run through. This thing is lovely. With the push button open it's all out phase glory taking you clearly through the full spectrum with no ugly tonal degadation that I have seen in many phasers on the market. When you push the button you get a more transparent phase allowing it to compliment your sound rather than dominate it, which is where I use it. My friends even dig it with their own sounds. It fits every rig apparently.
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| Reliability |
Stands up to a lot. I would definately rely on it to do what it has always done everytime I use it (so long as there is a fresh battery). The only issue I ever had was the on/off switch started popping very loud, which was due to a harsh stomp in a panic to be on time live. I just replaced the switch and all is good again.
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| Customer Support |
Not sure, I have heard second hand they are easy to talk to.
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| Liked about it |
The quality of the signal is top notch all the way through the spectrum.
It can blend into any situation I call on it for
Push button allows beautiful transparency
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| Didn't like |
Battery behind screws and bottom plate (not a big deal)
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5.0 |
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Perfect phaser at a bargain price. 
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The EVH90 is about as simple as it gets with only a single knob. The only adjustment possible is the phasing rate. There is a small switch on the front of the unit that allows you to switch between the classic "Script" logo Phase 90 sound, and the more modern MXR Phaser sound. A very minor detail that I really like is that the indicator line on the speed knob glows in the dark. It is very handy on a dark stage, very bright. The blue LED that indicates the pedal is on is almost blinding it is so bright. You will never forget that its on.
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| Sound |
I'm a huge Van Halen fan, and have always admired his use of the phaser to add that swirly, chewiness to EVH's earlier solo work. I've tried many phasers to get that tone, and almost all have let me down. You used to have only one choice really, get a boutique, custom built one, or seek out an early, and expensive, Phase 90. Dunlop / MXR totally hit it out of the park with this one. It is the sound, period. If you put the script switch on, and set the EVH90 for a slow rate, you've got instant VH1 tone. You can vary the speed and play with script in or out, in front of your amp, or in a loop, whichever you prefer. You really can't get a bad sound out of this pedal. I love it. I usually swap pedals like I change my shirt, but I've held on to this one for a real long time now, and can't see me getting rid of it.
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| Reliability |
It is a heavy duty pedal, solid metal construction. Solid feeling switch. Everything about it feels well made for such a low cost pedal. I wouldn't hesitate to take this anywhere.
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| Customer Support |
Never dealt with them.
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| Liked about it |
The sound of it is great for me, obviously. Solid construction. Very clear indicator light, and knob marker.
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| Didn't like |
For skinny pedals like this, I tend to wish the input/outputs were at the top rather than the side. I also wish Dunlop/MXR had placed the adapter input on the top instead of right by the input. Though, these are very minor details considering what a great pedal it is. I should probably mention the paint job as well. It is painted like Eddie's Frankenstrat, so that is either going to be a plus or a minus for some people. I don't really care too much, however, I know some people who think it is kind of cheesy.
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| Overall satisfaction: |
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4.0 |
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