MXR Phase 90, in the loop?

[DURBANS]

Hi

I just got an MXR Phase90. I've played it stright through the amp and the effect it's not that notorious, specially with lots of gain.

I wanted to know how are these supposed to be played, directly to the amp or in the parallel loop? Thanks.

 

[Razorjack]

I used to use mine before the amp and it could add a nice depth to live tones.

 

[silverwulf]

Mine is on my pedalboard before the amp. It's a very thick sounding effect, so I just use a little of it. I typically use it on the occasional lead, set to about 9 - 10 o'clock for that old VH sound.

 

[DURBANS]

Yeah, cool, I tried it on the loop and sounds horrible, sounds much better on the front of the amp.

 

[Hopkins-WitchfinderGeneral]

I actually prefer the small stone to the phase 90 by about 0.5 points.

Call me a freak, but that extra switch is a must!

 

[Exsanguis]

Phase 90 before the amp is a great sound. In my opinion, that and the Small Stone are studio essentials for anyone with a pedal collection. The Small Stone, while great for guitars, shines the most when put on vocals IMO. Great stuff. I luuuv pedals.