Best Alternatives To MXR Phase 90
The classic four-stage phaser. One knob, enormous character.
The best alternatives to the MXR Phase 90, ranked by tone similarity:
- Electro-Harmonix Small Stone — £65, 88% tone match. More resonant, musical sweep than Phase 90. Equally legendary.
- Joyo Vintage Phase — £29, 82% tone match. Phase 90 clone at entry price. Very close character.
- Boss PH-3 Phase Shifter — £99, 80% tone match. More modes and control. Different character, more versatile.
- Strymon Mobius — £429, 80% tone match. 12 modulation types — phaser is one mode. Overkill if phase is all you need.
Electro-Harmonix Small Stone
More resonant, musical sweep than Phase 90. Equally legendary.
💰 Best Value
Joyo Vintage Phase
All Alternatives at a Glance
| Alternative | Price | vs MXR Phase 90 | Tone Match | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electro-Harmonix Small Stone | £65 | -£24 | 88% | budget |
| Joyo Vintage Phase | £29 | -£60 | 82% | budget |
| Boss PH-3 Phase Shifter | £99 | +£10 | 80% | mid |
| Strymon Mobius | £429 | +£340 | 80% | premium |
Phase 90 clone at entry price. Very close character.
Alternatives to Joyo Vintage Phase →More resonant, musical sweep than Phase 90. Equally legendary.
Alternatives to Electro-Harmonix Small Stone →More modes and control. Different character, more versatile.
Alternatives to Boss PH-3 Phase Shifter →12 modulation types — phaser is one mode. Overkill if phase is all you need.
Alternatives to Strymon Mobius →FAQ
MXR Phase 90 Alternatives — Common Questions
The best alternative to the MXR Phase 90 is the Electro-Harmonix Small Stone (88% tone match at £65). More resonant, musical sweep than Phase 90. Equally legendary.
The best budget alternative is the Electro-Harmonix Small Stone at £65 (88% tone match). More resonant, musical sweep than Phase 90. Equally legendary.
Pedals that sound similar to the MXR Phase 90: Electro-Harmonix Small Stone (88% match, £65); Joyo Vintage Phase (82% match, £29); Boss PH-3 Phase Shifter (80% match, £99); Strymon Mobius (80% match, £429).
Yes — the Electro-Harmonix Small Stone is available for £29 and achieves similar tone characteristics.