Vintage Phase

First, I am bound to state that I received both these pedals at no cost for review. Having gotten that out of the way ... KMise Tremolo Pedal What is a tremolo? As relates to electric guitar, tremolo is a modulation in the volume of the sound. That's all. Back in the way early days, this was an effect that could be implemented very inexpensively using the often-unused half of a pre-amp tube in an amp. This made it a popular feature for amp manufacturers, which in turn led to its use by musicians, especially back when there were basically no other effects. I have several old tube amps with tremolo, and this pedal does a pretty good imitation of the genuine article. The tremolo effect varies from almost undetectable to a full underwater warble kind of sound. I also have some more modern tremolo effects, and I think blindfolded you would be hard-pressed to tell the difference. The pedal is true bypass, the full signal goes through with the power disconnected. When the effect is enabled, the volume does go up a bit, but with basically no additional noise. I've seen some complaints that this pedal doesn't really kick in until you have the intensity half way up. Actually, more like 1/3 the way up, and that is pretty much how an old tube tremolo worked. To turn an old built-in tube tremolo off, you simply turn it all the way down, there is no switch. As far as the rate goes, this pedal is also comparable to the real thing. For the price, this pedal is surprisingly well made, with an all-metal case, and solid-feeling switch. The pots are smooth and quiet, but the shafts are plastic, not metal, and the knobs come off rather easily. The jacks are tight. There is no provision for a battery, you will need a 9 volt power supply. I use a 1Spot. The lack of a battery does not bother me at all, I never use batteries in effects. Modern batteries are awful, they all leak, you are asking for trouble. Inside, there are two stacked circuit boards, one for the electronics, and the other for input/output/power/etc. All the components are modern miniature surface-mount, everything is very neat. The jacks, switch, and pots are supported solidly by the sturdy metal case, not the circuit boards. I'm not a cork-sniffer. You can spend $200 on a tremolo pedal. Would that be better? I hope so !!! This pedal does everything you could want from it for $20. It is a terrific value - well-made, quiet, and sounds fine. I would not take it out on the road and stomp it every night with hob-nailed boots, not with those plastic pot shafts. But for bedroom or studio use, it is perfectly good, and a great way to pick up an old-time effect. Summary: I like this pedal. ================================================ KMise Phase Pedal A phaser is a fairly simple device. It adds a swirling effect to the sound. Most 'classic' phasers have just a single control for the speed or rate of the effect. The only other control on this pedal is a mechanical true-bypass switch. This effect cannot take a battery, you will need a 9v power supply, I recommend a 1Spot. Batteries today are expensive and very poorly made anyway. Construction is good, with a strong two-piece anodized aluminum casing. All the controls and jacks are supported by the case, not the circuit boards. The only weakness is the plastic shaft of the knob, which could break if abused. That makes this pedal more suited for the studio or bedroom than the road. Mine has an error in the printing on the case - it is a "Vintage Phas". Ha. When engaged, the pedal gives you the classic phase effect, with no noise or change in volume. There's just not a lot to a phaser. I have one other phase pedal, and the two are quite comparable, this one having a more pronounced effect and greater speed range. For the price, this pedal is a great value - good sound and good construction, small enough to fit anywhere. Summary: I like this pedal.

The Kmise Analog Chorus pedal is a wonderful choice for anyone looking for that lush, warm, and rich modulation that analog pedals are known for. It has a bright, vibrant tone with a slightly poppy edge, making it perfect for clean, shimmering chords or layered textures. For my demo, I played a riff from one of Her’s songs twice—first clean with slight reverb using the neck pickup, then again with the pedal engaged. The analog chorus added a beautiful depth and movement to the tone, really bringing out the character of the riff. This pedal has a simple layout with just two controls—Rate and Depth—but it’s all you need to shape the effect. I set the Rate around 80% for a quicker, more lively modulation and cranked the Depth to 100% for a full, lush sound. The result was a dynamic and warm chorus that sits perfectly in the mix without sounding too overbearing. Whether you’re playing indie rock, pop, or even dipping into ambient soundscapes, this pedal delivers a smooth, musical tone that works beautifully. The build is solid and compact, with an aluminum alloy casing and a clean, eye-catching blue finish. It’s lightweight and runs on a standard 9V DC power supply (not included), so make sure you have one on hand. While it’s incredibly affordable at just $20, it doesn’t feel like a budget pedal—it holds its own, offering the kind of analog richness and tonal flexibility that’s hard to find in this price range. This pedal works great for adding shimmer and movement to your clean tones or even stacking with other effects like delay or reverb for more ambient vibes. The neck pickup really complements its sound, giving a smooth, rounded tone that pairs perfectly with the analog modulation. Honestly, if you’re building a board or just looking for a high-quality chorus to experiment with, the Kmise Analog Chorus is a fantastic choice. It’s simple, effective, and sounds amazing. Check out my demo to hear how it transforms a clean tone into something truly special!

This compact pedal boasts impressive power, but there are a few considerations to keep in mind. Notably, it does not include a power supply and cannot be powered by a 9V battery, unlike more expensive pedals. To use this pedal, a separate 9V power supply with the appropriate connector is required. While this was not a concern for me as it was anticipated by the product’s design, I recommend adding the cost of a dedicated power brick to the product’s total price when calculating its value. The reason for my rating of four stars instead of five is due to the knobs’ non-linear response. While they rotate nearly 360 degrees, the change in tone, level, or drive is not consistent with their movement. They resemble switches rather than knobs. A slight turn yields no immediate effect, while a slightly more significant turn abruptly increases the power. While this may not be a significant issue for most users, as I typically set my preferred settings once and leave the pedal in that state, it is worth noting. The foot switch’s response feels satisfactory and is of high quality, without any notable issues. I would recommend this pedal to those seeking an affordable overdrive pedal similar to a Tube Screamer.

Well this is a really good delay pedal with the price you get. Just the only thing is that it doesn't go well with a distortion or in my case an MXR fullbore metal. But in clean, I can tell you it is really good. So get it for clean and not for a distortion delay

I have no problem with cheap pedals, I have plenty and they all do a great job compared to my more expesive ones. I've bought numerious 'Plexi/Marshall' style pedals from Joyo, NUX etc. but none have been anything more that a distortion pedal with slightly different EQs compared to my amp. They just don't change the characteristic sound of an amp to make it sould like a different one, such as a Marshall Plexi, at least not with my amps. But as it was cheap I thought I'd give it a whirl to see if it was a worwhile distortion pedal. Compared to the online reviews, it wasn't as bad as I'd heard other's demo it. It wasn't cranked immediatley, there was some sublte distortion on the go, similar to an overdrive. When you put the gain up full, there is a fair amount of distortion, but not massively. I'd say EQ wise it just tamed my mids a little. I tried it on my clean channel, which was a little dull. I then tried it on my gain channel with only slight brakeup. Neither were special, I'd have prefered one of my many cheap overdrive pedals instead. So does it do Marshall, even Plexi? nope, it's just a medium gain distrotion in a metal housing that's cheap to buy and doesn't take up a lot of space on your board. It's a shame you can't spend £15 and get a Plexi, it really is ;)

all right for the money

Metal casing, and out performs my Line 6 built in. To be fair, I’ve never had a real chorus, but I feel good about this and plays well with no issues through a spider stack. No power source or cables included, but I think they make that clear. I am digging it.

Let me start out by saying that in my 36+ years of playing, I have owned and used every major Boss branded pedal, 3 different Ibanez Tube Screamers, several multiple effects pedals by Boss, Zoom, etc. so my expectations of this pedal at its price point were low. I have to say that this pedal not only met any expectations I might have had but has far exceeded them. Kmise has 2 slots on my secondary pedalboard now alongside my Boss GT1 and a booster. I would highly recommend both this and the Kmise Ultimate Drive to anyone looking for a good quality overdrive pedal that isn't muddy when you hit it with some boost. They are built using metal and are pretty solid. I use a booster pedal in front of these overdrives and also have a few channels programmed into my GT1 which places a limiter or other forms of boost after the overdrives and they still sounds crisp and clear. Great product Kmise! Well done!