Detail 01
Classic / Bright voicing
Provides a switchable choice between warm rounded distortion and a brighter overtone-focused response.
Product detailSKU #1500000367881
WamplerPhenom Distortion Effects Pedal Grey
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Wampler’s gray Phenom is a compact high-gain distortion pedal with two distinct voice settings and a three-band EQ. Classic mode centers on warm, rounded distortion for chunky rhythm parts; Bright mode brings forward glassy, harmonically rich overtones. Bass, mid, and treble controls let you shape that starting point, while the top-mounted jacks keep connections at the top edge of the pedalboard. It draws 5mA from a 9–18V DC supply.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Moving between warm, rounded rhythm distortion and a brighter voice with harmonically rich overtones.
- Pedalboards that benefit from top-mounted input and output connections.
- Shaping distortion with dedicated bass, mid, and treble controls.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Setups unable to provide 9–18V DC power.
- Pedalboard locations smaller than its 2.5 by 4.4-inch footprint.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
3-band EQ
Separate bass, mid, and treble controls shape the pedal’s output.
Detail 03
2.5 x 4.4 x 1.4 inches
Height excludes knobs and switches.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Allow for a 9–18V DC power source; the pedal draws 5mA.
- 02The listed height excludes the knobs and switches.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What are the Phenom’s two voice modes?
Classic delivers warm, rounded distortion tones, while Bright emphasizes glassy, harmonically rich overtones.
02What power does the Phenom require?
It operates from 9–18V DC and draws 5mA.
03Where are the audio jacks located?
Its input and output jacks are top-mounted.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color Finish
- Gray
1 detailsConnections & power
- Power Draw
- 5mA, 9-18V DC
1 detailsSize & weight
- Dimensions
- 2.5 inch x 4.4 inch x 1.4 inch—height excludes knobs and switches
