CNZ Audio SPH-20 vs Maxon PT999 Phaser Tone
The CNZ Audio SPH-20 and the Maxon PT999 Phaser Tone are both pedals. The CNZ Audio SPH-20 leans modulated. The Maxon PT999 Phaser Tone leans analog warmth. Current prices: $44.99 vs $136.20.
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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.54% — moderately similar
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Genres both listings are associated with.- Classic Rock
- Funk
CNZ Audio SPH-20
Cnz Audio · pedal
Maxon PT999 Phaser Tone
Maxon · pedal
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Citation/mention fame — how often this gear is cited across artist rigs and gear discussion.$44.99via Reverb
$136.20via Reverb
The CNZ Audio SPH-20 is a compact phaser pedal offering a single Speed knob and a two-way toggle switch selecting between Vintage and Modern phase character. The Vintage setting produces warmer, smoother phase sweeps reminiscent of classic four-stage phaser circuits, while Modern delivers brighter, more pronounced phasing. True bypass. Compact all-metal enclosure with a low 10mA power draw for efficient pedalboard integration. Suited for classic rock, funk, and psychedelic styles.
The Maxon PT999 Phaser Tone is a vintage-style phaser from Japanese manufacturer Maxon, delivering classic analog phase sweep with the warm, musical character of vintage phaser circuits at Maxon Japanese quality. The PT999 provides traditional analog phaser tones for classic rock, funk, and vintage applications from the respected Maxon manufacturer.
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Genres this gear is documented as being used in.- Metal
- Rock
- modulated
- analog warmth