Boss BF-3 Flanger vs SolidGoldFX Oblivion Quad Flange

The Boss BF-3 Flanger and the SolidGoldFX Oblivion Quad Flange are both pedals sharing modulated, low gain. The SolidGoldFX Oblivion Quad Flange leans shimmer and lush. Current prices: $133.57 vs $249.

Similarity
citedBlended 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

Shared tone character
citedDerived from overlapping tonal signals across both listings.
  • modulated
  • low gain
Citation fame
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Price

$133.57via Reverb

$249via Reverb

Description

The Boss BF-3 Flanger is a stereo flanger pedal offering four modes: Standard for classic flanger sweeps, Ultra for extreme metallic jet-plane flanging beyond what previous Boss flangers achieved, Gate/Pan mode for rhythmic pan-gate effects synchronized to the flanger LFO, and Momentary mode for hands-free hold. Features stereo outputs for wide spatial imaging. Compatible with electric guitar and bass. Controls include Rate, Depth, Manual, and Res. Builds upon the legacy of the BF-2.

The SolidGoldFX Oblivion is a deep, multi-mode analog-voiced flanger built around four independent delay lines, with tap tempo, multiple LFOs and CV control. Three flange modes, Classic with a momentary thru-zero effect, Dual, and Quad, span subtle classic flange and chorus-like shimmer up to massive swooshing tsunamis of swirling texture. Three selectable LFO waveforms, an analog dry blend, and a unique per-mode lo-fi Degrade setting unlock ring-mod-like and robotic overtones beyond normal flanging. A Blend control sweeps from light, polite chorus to a full-on whirlpool of flange, while expression and CV inputs, internal dip switches and a multi-function footswitch for tap tempo, speed ramping and LFO braking make it one of the most powerful and creative flangers available for experimental and modern players.

Genres
citedGenres this gear is documented as being used in.
  • new wave
  • post punk
  • Ambient
  • Post-Rock
  • Experimental
Tonal lean
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  • shimmer
  • lush
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