Beetronics Larva vs MXR 20th Anniversary Zakk Wylde Signature Phaser
The Beetronics Larva and the MXR 20th Anniversary Zakk Wylde Signature Phaser are both pedals sharing mid-forward, analog warmth. The Beetronics Larva leans crunchy and harmonically rich. The MXR 20th Anniversary Zakk Wylde Signature Phaser leans high gain. Current prices: $246.45 vs $125.99.
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Blended from circuit-archetype lineage, dynamic feel, tone-signal overlap and tone-vector distance — the tone vector itself is derived from editorial description text, not a measured acoustic signal, so this reflects how similarly the catalog copy describes the two, not a lab measurement. Shown only within a gear class, and only where there's enough evidence to be meaningful.43% — somewhat different
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Derived from overlapping tonal signals across both listings.- mid-forward
- analog warmth
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Citation/mention fame — how often this gear is cited across artist rigs and gear discussion.$246.45via Reverb
$125.99via Reverb
The Beetronics Larva is a six-stage analog phaser with dual preset morphing and an integrated Moogerfooger-inspired preamp, handmade in Los Angeles. Two independent Rate and Depth controls define phaser presets A and B; the Ramp footswitch morphs continuously between them, with Ramp Speed and Ramp Shape controls governing the transition curve. A Resonance knob shapes the phaser feedback intensity. The integrated Preamp section (Gain and Master Volume) delivers warming crunch independently or combined with the phaser. An Effect toggle selects Preamp only, Phaser only, or Vibe mode. Tap tempo and bypass footswitches. Standard and Custom Shop editions at $249 and $349.
The MXR ZW-90 Wylde Phase is Zakk Wylde's signature take on the Phase 90, offered here in a 20th Anniversary edition finish. It keeps the one-knob simplicity of the original: a single Speed control ranging from a slow, warm, liquid analogue sweep to a fast, fierce staccato pulse. The voicing is smooth and warm, thickening and animating the signal without adding harshness or overpowering the core tone, which is why it holds together under the heavy distortion Wylde plays it with. It is at its most distinctive on high-gain rhythm and lead work at slow speeds, where the sweep lends a swirling, vocal movement to sustained notes. It also works well on bass and keyboards. Powered by a 9V battery or a standard supply.
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Genres this gear is documented as being used in.- funk
- classic rock
- alternative
- Hard Rock
- Metal
- crunchy
- harmonically rich
- warm
- high gain
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Occasions this gear suits — judged per model, or derived from its wattage, connectivity and category.- Busking