The Providence Phase Force PHF-1 is a Providence phaser pedal, currently around $165.92. Close alternatives include the Spaceman Explorer and the Orange Ninety Orange. It pairs well with the Mesa Boogie Mark IIC+ Combo and the Friedman BE-Mini Head.
Providence Phase Force PHF-1
Providence · pedal
The Providence PHF-1 Phase Force is an analog phase shifter with Speed and Output Level controls, ranging from a slow undulation to an extreme, wide sweep. A Mid Shift switch moves the phase-shift range upward to emphasise the upper mids, and Providence's Vitalizer buffer sits in the signal path so the dry character of the instrument survives the effect rather than being swallowed by it.
- analog
- phaser
- boutique
- funk
- musical
- mids
- classic rock
- dry
Price updated Aug 26, 2026
Genres the Providence Phase Force PHF-1 is commonly used in
- Rock
- Funk
- Classic Rock
- Alternative
cited
Inferred from shared tonal signals, not a stated genre tag.
Amps that pair well with the Providence Phase Force PHF-1
Mesa Boogie Mark IIC+ Combo
Mesa Boogie
18% matchMesa Boogie Mark IIC+ Combo stacks high gain on top of the mid-forward already here
Friedman BE-Mini Head
Friedman
tonal matchPut Friedman BE-Mini Head in front and the mid-forward tone leans further toward high gain
Hughes & Kettner Warp 7
Hughes & Kettner
tonal matchRun mid-forward into Hughes & Kettner Warp 7 for more high gain on top
Synergy SL2 Module
Synergy
tonal matchRun mid-forward into Synergy SL2 Module for more high gain on top
Hiwatt Hi-Gain 100W Head
Hiwatt
tonal matchRun mid-forward into Hiwatt Hi-Gain 100W Head for more high gain on top
Hughes & Kettner Coreblade
Hughes & Kettner
tonal matchHughes & Kettner Coreblade stacks high gain on top of the mid-forward already here
Friedman Phil X Signature
Friedman
tonal matchFriedman Phil X Signature stacks high gain on top of the mid-forward already here
EVH 000
Evh
tonal matchEVH 000 layers high gain onto an already mid-forward signal
Pedals that stack with the Providence Phase Force PHF-1
Black Arts Toneworks LSTR Fuzz
Black Arts Toneworks
20% matchRun mid-forward into Black Arts Toneworks LSTR Fuzz for more fuzzy on top
Greer Black Mountain
Greer
20% matchRun mid-forward into Greer Black Mountain for more fuzzy on top
Red Witch Titan
Red Witch
7% matchKeep Red Witch Titan after Providence Phase Force PHF-1 in the signal chain, clear of Providence Phase Force PHF-1's own gain stage — goes in the amp's FX loop (or last, into a clean amp)
EarthQuaker Devices Afterneath
EarthQuaker Devices
7% matchEarthQuaker Devices Afterneath's ambient voice goes after Providence Phase Force PHF-1 in the signal chain — it's not there to compete with Providence Phase Force PHF-1's own analog warmth character — goes in the amp's FX loop (or last, into a clean amp)
Cusack Music Carolina Reaper Overdrive Fuzz
Cusack Music
tonal matchRun mid-forward into Cusack Music Carolina Reaper Overdrive Fuzz for more high gain on top
Dr. Scientist Frazz Dazzler V2
Dr Scientist
tonal matchPut Dr. Scientist Frazz Dazzler V2 in front and the mid-forward tone leans further toward fuzzy
Crowther Prunes
Crowther
tonal matchCrowther Prunes layers fuzzy onto an already mid-forward signal
EarthQuaker Devices Dirt Transmitter
EarthQuaker Devices
tonal matchRun mid-forward into EarthQuaker Devices Dirt Transmitter for more fuzzy on top
Cheaper alternatives
Maxon PT999 Phaser Tone
Maxon
70% similarityShared character: phaser, classic_rock, analog
Maestro Orbit
Maestro
70% similarityShared character: phaser, middle, classic_rock
MXR Phase 90
MXR
70% similarityShared character: effect, phaser, classic_rock
Option 5 Destination Phase
Option 5
70% similarityShared character: phaser, classic_rock, analog
MXR Script Phase 90 (LED)
MXR
68% similarityShared character: phaser
Cordovox PH-8
Cordovox
67% similarityShared character: tube_driven_signal_path, phaser, classic_rock
Boutique & premium upgrades
Electro-Harmonix Small Stone
Electro-Harmonix
68% similarityShared character: phaser, classic_rock, analog
Carl Martin Two Faze
Carl Martin
66% similarityShared character: phaser, classic_rock, analog
Death By Audio Moonbeam Stereo Multi-Stage Phaser
Death By Audio
94% similaritysimilar tone character
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Spaceman Explorer
Spaceman
71% similarityShared character: phaser, classic_rock, analog
Orange Ninety Orange
Mooer
68% similarityShared character: phaser, classic_rock, analog
IVY Planet Phaser
Ivy
67% similarityShared character: phaser, classic_rock, overdrive
Subdecay Quasar Phaser v4
Subdecay
66% similarityShared character: phaser, classic_rock, overdrive
Red Witch Deluxe Moon Phaser
Red Witch
94% similaritysimilar tone character
Citadel Planetary Phase
Citadel
94% similaritysimilar tone character
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Questions people ask
What are good alternatives to the Providence Phase Force PHF-1?+
The closest matches in character are the Spaceman Explorer, the Orange Ninety Orange, the IVY Planet Phaser. Budget picks: Maxon PT999 Phaser Tone, Maestro Orbit, MXR Phase 90. Boutique upgrades: Electro-Harmonix Small Stone, Carl Martin Two Faze, Death By Audio Moonbeam Stereo Multi-Stage Phaser.
What pairs well with the Providence Phase Force PHF-1?+
Strong matches from rig and tone-complementarity evidence: Mesa Boogie Mark IIC+ Combo, Friedman BE-Mini Head, Hughes & Kettner Warp 7 — Mesa Boogie Mark IIC+ Combo stacks high gain on top of the mid-forward already here.
How much does the Providence Phase Force PHF-1 cost?+
Around $165.92 (live listing price, updated Aug 26, 2026).