MXR M-109 6-Band Graphic EQ  

Really love what this pedal does.  Never had a separate EQ before - and I was surprised at how wonderful it is to have it.  Get a wide range of tones.  Also-- very sturdy and well built.  Did not notice that there was a lot of background noise.

Very good.

Simple 6-band EQ with +/- 18dB range.  LED's on the sliders indicate on/off.  No level control - just move the sliders up/down for boost/cut.  Couldn't be simpler.  Gave it a 9 for features because of the lack of level control, but as long as you know that before buying, it's no big deal.  I'm using it in the effects loop for a 3-4dB solo boost, and it works great.  Tone is completely neutral and I can dial in the exact solo boost for any amp (with an effects loop, of course).  This unit is also very quiet - no noticeable hiss or noise!

Heavy metal box, solid sliders, but had to deduct 2 points because the first one I received was DOA.  LED's came on when switched but no sound.  Musician's Friend took care of it quickly and paid for return shipping. Thanks!

This isn't the cheapest EQ, but the superb tone and lack of noise make it a great value.

This unit shines in an effects loop for volume compensation and minor tone-shaping.  I totally recommend it.

The usual features for a pedal Eq. You'll notice there is no gain control. Don't need it. The frequecy gliders are all you need, and they light up so you can see them on dark stages. And the switch is heavy duty as it gets.........

EXCELLENT QUALITY!! Built like tank, as the say. This thing feels like a small brick in your hand. So if it ever stops working, which I highly doubt, you can use it for a weapon. The heavy duty quality is one of the reasons I bought this EQ. I play a lot, and am on the road a lot. I was using one of those plastic Danelectro EQs and it does a good job on your tone, but was a joke otherwise. If you step on that thing too hard you WILL crack the entire unit. And the gliders will break off in a heart beat. Not good. The MXR M-109 can break too, that is if you hit with a sledge hammer. Otherwise it should last a life time............And the sound is better than the others I have used. As soon as you plug it in your tone is better, even before setting it up. I love this thing and plan on buying a couple more for my road case......Oh, and it's small, which is a plus for me.

Best value out there in my opinion. There are others that are great too, but not at this price.....

I don't see anything to complain about with the MXR M-109. I have seen some folks review this pedal and find fault. I just don't see it. I use Gibson Les Pauls Standards and Gibson SG Standards through a 1981 Marshall JCM 800 Stack(all tube) and use a Browtone Electronics Hochee Mama, and thats about it. The MXR M-109 allows me to play at lower volumes and still retain the balls that old tube Marshalls are famous.......

easy to use but you need to remove 4 screws that hold the bottom on to change the battery. Let's hope it lasts a while.

This is pro equipment, heavy duty, built to take on the road.

Great sound and well built.

I bought this to use with my Breedlove Passport 250. A great back up acoustic but the electronics are basic and give a rather boxie sound. This eq did the trick. Boost the highs and lows and scoop the mids. Now the Breedlove sounds as good as my Taylor. A low cost fix for acoustic sound issues. No hum or buzz, just clean crisp sound.

I love this pedal and reccomend it to musicians not trying to "alter" their sound or tone,but rather to improve on what you already have going on.If it was lost or stolen(more likely) I would probably just buy it again,or maybe try the Boss e.q.;people say good things about that one too.When I am playing guitar-live show-practice-whatever,the MXR stays on ALWAYS.There is no amplifier,guitar or musical style that does not benefit from this product.

Well it's a six band eq,how many features does it have......6?Has cool red lights that you can't see so good in daylight.I wish MXR would just put the 9V AC jack in the back of their pedals.It makes it a pain to integrate them on your pedalboard with it on the side.WTF MXR??

It's like a military built metal box,with a steel switch.Tough as nails,has never let me down in three years.I wish the lights were brighter and that the AC jack was in the back of the unit,but other than that,its great.With only 6 bands of e.q. it's not the "ultimate tone shaping tool",but it adds a certain sparkle and clarity to your sound just turning it on.This pedal will also effect the volume of pedals after it so it can be used as a boost as well,but I have the MXR micro amp for that.I just leave it on the middle setting more or less,and slightly scoop the mids and bump up the bass and treble slightly.You get an immediate improvement in your sound,clearing up the muddiness overall.That right there is worth the price of admission.

For the price of this unit I think this e.q. is a great value.Built like a tank,and like all MXR pedals it's reliable with quality electronics on the inside.You can HEAR the quality.