Boss PH-3

I love mine. A trick I use is to set the depth all the way counter clockwise -- each mode gives its own interesting filter sound (though I think step, rise and fall are a little different).

Otherwise, make sure to play with all of the knobs. It's super versatile, so if you can't find something you like in it, you're probably not trying hard enough

 

+1. I usually used the 10-Stage mode for playing bass. The PH-3 is a very under-rated pedal, IMHO.

 

I was using the "tremolo sound" setting from the manual and it wasn't quite working for me anymore - I kicked up from the 4-stage to the 12-stage mode, left everything else the same, and fell in love with it all over again.

We played a stripped down/low equipment gig this past weekend and the PH-3 is the only effects pedal that went with me.

 

I like the fall mode with all the knobs around noon, especially with some dirt before it.

 

+100 to all of that. I use 10 stage. Depth and Res both on max, with Rate around 10-11 o clock. I like a really deep digital sound, so this fits the bill nicely.

 

+100.000 to all

and sometimes I put it before my Qtron+ !!! man , it´s awesome
It´s really make qtron better (and with more presence).
Ok, it´s just a matter of taste

 

To the OP, the settings on the manual are nice and usefull.
You can start from there and then add your thing.

I put some clips in the wiki some time ago, you may want to check those out.

 

Christian McBride was using one until he got his ME-50b

 

I like mine. The rise and fall settings are pretty trippy sounding, but I mostly use it on the "vintage phase" setting; adjustable rate, depth at 3 o'clock, res all the way off, and set on 4 stage phaser.

 

Can anyone explain to me what effect the expression pedal has on the PH 3? I've never been able to find out exactly what its purpose is. Sorry if this is a little OT, thanks in advance.

 

you can put an expression pedal or a switch.

With expression, it changes rate control.
With switch , works for tap tempo

 

With the expression pedal, you need the rate set to max.

 

You're welcome. But you'd have gotten there anyway sooner or later.

 

Bump. You find any usable "step" mode settings?

EDIT: Got one. Its awsome. Will post a review in a sec.

 

I found the same. I can usually set the res up to 3 o'clock without too much problem, but anything past that and I get random high-pitched squeals. Not good, except if your trying to drive a dog nuts Some interesting computer/chiptuneish sounds tho!

Right now my fave settings are the "Deep Phase" 10-stage settings from the book, and the "Standard Rise/Fall". The only change I make for each is setting the Depth to 9 o'clock instead of 3. I guess I like the phaser to add to my sound rather that totally take it over.

For rate I like 11 o'clock to noon. It just seems right