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Your browser does not support HTML5 video.  I am always in the market for some inexpensive fx; I came across two interesting candidates from a company called Kmise. Had never seen these before but at this low price point I wanted to try these out. The Tremolo Pedal is small in size but does its job well. The pedal has the typical controls for a Tremolo such as Rate (speed), Intensity, and Depth and added bonus is the LED flashes at whatever rate you set. There are a couple distinct tremolo sounds that are a result of the way the efffect was achieved back in the day. Prior to the opto trem (cutoff) was the bias shifting and also the harmonic (maybe the most musical sounding to my ears.) Bear in mind I may not have all my facts straight here but I say that to say these tremolo types are my audible reference. This pedal and the manual make no reference to the type of tremolo. On first test the pedal seems to replicate the tremolo effect quite well. It seemed to me the pedal had a wide rate range, particularly on the high speed end. I found the sound to be very pleasing and usable. Tremolo can be quite effective in creating a swampy warble that enhances the rhythm in the best of cases. Noise floor on this pedal seemed good especially given the price point. The case seems sturdy and well built though I cannot comment on the longtime durability. There is some misleading information on the bottom of the pedal referring to battery usage. This unit uses only a compatible power supply 9V negative center. All in all this is a great buy and seems to be just the ticket for those looking for a proprietary pedal for the Tremolo Effect. Check out the demo video and see what you think.

First, I am bound to state that I received both these pedals at no cost for review. Having gotten that out of the way ...KMise Tremolo PedalWhat is a tremolo? As relates to electric guitar, tremolo is a modulation in the volume of the sound. That's all. Back in the way early days, this was an effect that could be implemented very inexpensively using the often-unused half of a pre-amp tube in an amp. This made it a popular feature for amp manufacturers, which in turn led to its use by musicians, especially back when there were basically no other effects.I have several old tube amps with tremolo, and this pedal does a pretty good imitation of the genuine article. The tremolo effect varies from almost undetectable to a full underwater warble kind of sound. I also have some more modern tremolo effects, and I think blindfolded you would be hard-pressed to tell the difference. The pedal is true bypass, the full signal goes through with the power disconnected. When the effect is enabled, the volume does go up a bit, but with basically no additional noise.I've seen some complaints that this pedal doesn't really kick in until you have the intensity half way up. Actually, more like 1/3 the way up, and that is pretty much how an old tube tremolo worked. To turn an old built-in tube tremolo off, you simply turn it all the way down, there is no switch. As far as the rate goes, this pedal is also comparable to the real thing.For the price, this pedal is surprisingly well made, with an all-metal case, and solid-feeling switch. The pots are smooth and quiet, but the shafts are plastic, not metal, and the knobs come off rather easily. The jacks are tight. There is no provision for a battery, you will need a 9 volt power supply. I use a 1Spot. The lack of a battery does not bother me at all, I never use batteries in effects. Modern batteries are awful, they all leak, you are asking for trouble.Inside, there are two stacked circuit boards, one for the electronics, and the other for input/output/power/etc. All the components are modern miniature surface-mount, everything is very neat. The jacks, switch, and pots are supported solidly by the sturdy metal case, not the circuit boards.I'm not a cork-sniffer. You can spend $200 on a tremolo pedal. Would that be better? I hope so !!! This pedal does everything you could want from it for $20. It is a terrific value - well-made, quiet, and sounds fine. I would not take it out on the road and stomp it every night with hob-nailed boots, not with those plastic pot shafts. But for bedroom or studio use, it is perfectly good, and a great way to pick up an old-time effect.Summary: I like this pedal.================================================KMise Phase PedalA phaser is a fairly simple device. It adds a swirling effect to the sound. Most 'classic' phasers have just a single control for the speed or rate of the effect. The only other control on this pedal is a mechanical true-bypass switch. This effect cannot take a battery, you will need a 9v power supply, I recommend a 1Spot. Batteries today are expensive and very poorly made anyway.Construction is good, with a strong two-piece anodized aluminum casing. All the controls and jacks are supported by the case, not the circuit boards. The only weakness is the plastic shaft of the knob, which could break if abused. That makes this pedal more suited for the studio or bedroom than the road. Mine has an error in the printing on the case - it is a "Vintage Phas". Ha.When engaged, the pedal gives you the classic phase effect, with no noise or change in volume. There's just not a lot to a phaser. I have one other phase pedal, and the two are quite comparable, this one having a more pronounced effect and greater speed range. For the price, this pedal is a great value - good sound and good construction, small enough to fit anywhere.Summary: I like this pedal.

This may be digital, but it does NOT produce the crystal-clear repeats of a typical digital delay (e.g., BOSS DD-3). Instead, it's voiced to sound like an analog delay, and it does that extremely well. I compared it to the "analog" setting on the new BOSS DD-8. The Kmise sounds similar but has somewhat darker/dirtier repeats. This pedal does not accept batteries; you'll need an adaptor, which is not included. I have several of the Kmise pedals and like them all, by the way. Finally, I compared it to Kmise's "Analog Delay" pedal, and I cannot hear any difference! However, I'm obliged to play at low volumes; perhaps differences would be revealed by testing at higher volumes.

This pedal is great for the money. My only complaint is that it just isn't what it says it is. Not at all. It's actually an analog delay with quite a bit of coloration in the decay. I didn't open it up to see what they're using for components. I guess it could be a chip making it technically digital but here's what the difference should be:A digital delay uses a chip to store and repeat the input signal. The repeat should be an exact copy of the original signal without degradation. A Boss DD3 for example is a digital delay.An analog delay uses cascading components to add time between the original signal and the repeat. Running through all those components loses top end clarity and adds a bit of lo-fi distortion. Each repeat is less clear and a little more grainy than the last. That's what this pedal does.So the pedal seems sturdy enough and certainly works, it just isn't what it claims to be at all. It's very obvious. As long as you know that, it'll be fine.

Got this and Distortion Us dream today and plugged it in for power and accidentally send 4A reverse into the pedal... They have the barrel jack wired backwards from the norm, where the positive pole is on the OUTSIDE..... Usually anything you touch should be ground! Needless to say it has protection so I could quickly reverse the polarity and it still somehow WORKED MINT 💪

Delay is fine but choose a higher model, Basic and sound a Little DRY.I returned mine for a refund.Peoples are saying "good for the price" Ya! but sometimes for 30$ more you can have a great product who will last you forever.The only good thing is the size, don't take room on your Pedal board.Mike

Put this tremolo in my fx loop, switched my tube amp down to half, opened my balcony door and started plucking jazz chords. Sounds mellow and true, I like it. My neighbours didn’t complain (yet). For the price, it’s definitely worth it.

Bonne petites pédales pour guitare très abordables. J'ai la Vintage Overdrive, Analog Delay et la plus impressionnante pour le moment Us dream. Pour $30 Canadien je suis très satisfait. Je continue ma collection à plus...

Bought it a while ago and works very well. Nice tremolo for the price, with robust casing, well made pedal