So I got myself a Small Stone phaser (US version, thanks Danny 😁 ), and plugged it in to see about this alledged volume drop. And I have to say I was devastated. It was a massive drop in output when I engaged the pedal, and the phasing was pretty subtle to say the least. In fact, you only notice any effect (other than less vol) when the dial is past 2 o'clock. I was just kicking myself for not trying before buying, when a brainwave struck me.
I put a new battery in.
What a f****ing great phaser! What volume drop?? Great range from big sweeping effect to funky faux-tremolo, and the colour switch gives it a nice bit of depth. Sweeeeeeet 😎
Glad I went for it over the MXR, tho my girlf would have preferred orange (to match the table lamp!)
Just be sure to have a well charged batt in it 🙄
