MXR M290 Phase 95 Mini

A Concentrate of MXR History: Phase 45 + Phase 90 in One Box

MXR has greatly contributed to defining the electric guitar phaser sound, and the Phase 95 is a modern synthesis of that. The idea is simple and brilliant: combine the brand's two most famous circuits in a mini format. The 45 mode captures the spirit of the Phase 45 with two stages, softer and easier to blend into a mix. The 90 mode relies on a four-stage phasing, more pronounced, with that typical circular movement that makes chords sing and propels solos.

Add the Script switch and you get a palette covering both "old school" textures and more modern phasers, while maintaining the minimalist ergonomics that made MXR pedals famous.

Who Is the Phase 95 For, and Which Styles Does It Excel In?

The MXR Phase 95 is aimed equally at beginners seeking a simple and inspiring analog phaser, and at seasoned guitarists looking for a compact, reliable, and immediately musical effect. It's an excellent candidate for a pedalboard oriented towards rock, blues, funk, and classic, but it also works well in pop or indie to thicken an arpeggio with subtle movement.

In live settings, its mini format frees up space without sacrificing character. In the studio, it serves both to add light animation to rhythm parts and to create a more obvious signature on leads. Placed before an overdrive, it adds a very organic "chewy" side; after distortion, it enhances the sense of movement and width.

Controls, Modes, and Integration: Efficiency for the Pedalboard

The Phase 95 goes straight to the point: the Speed knob adjusts the modulation rate, from slow, hypnotic phasing to fast, nervous whirlwinds. The 45/90 switch changes the internal phaser structure (2 or 4 stages), clearly altering the intensity and density of the sweep. The Script switch offers a more vintage coloration, with a softer feel and better clarity, particularly pleasant on open chords.

Practically, the pedal is true bypass to preserve your signal when the effect is off. Connectivity is via 6.35mm Jack input and output: simple, standard, effective. Note: this is a mini-format pedal designed to optimize space, and it does not offer an expression pedal input.

The Sound

The MXR Phase 95 delivers a warm analog phasing with smooth modulation that is very responsive to playing. In 45 mode, the effect remains elegant and discreet: perfect for adding depth without "drowning" the attack, especially on clean or light crunch tones. In 90 mode, the sweep becomes more present, with that swirling character that highlights riffs and brings out sustained notes.

The Script switch is a real plus for vintage texture enthusiasts: it produces a softer, clearer movement, ideal for keeping a readable sound in a busy mix. The result: a compact, immediately musical phaser pedal that covers both subtle nuances and more pronounced modulations.

Technical specifications

Effects	Chorus / Flanger / Phaser, Effects	EQ	No
Technology	Analog	Settings	speed
Format	Pedal	Type	sector
Inputs	Jack	Use	guitar, pedalboard
Outputs	Jack	Color	Orange
True bypass	Yes	Power supply included	No
Switch	45/90	Power supply	DC 9 V

Category	Chorus / flanger / phaser	Battery operation	No
Adjustments	Speed	Documentation	Yes
Script Switch	more vintage tone	Required voltage	9 V DC
Expression Pedal	No	Consumption	8 mA
Power	DC 9 V