Explorer Cadet: 6 Stage Optical Phaser
A compact reissue of Spaceman's original optical six-stage analog phaser, covering everything from smooth vintage phase to strange, experimental textures.
About this pedal
The Explorer Cadet reissues Spaceman’s first phaser design, an optical, photocell-based six-stage circuit, in a smaller enclosure. Its control set is straightforward but covers a wide swath of phase tones, from liquid, vintage-style sweeps to more unusual and experimental sounds.
Specs
| Width | 2.6 inches / 66 mm |
|---|---|
| Depth | 4.73 inches / 120 mm |
| Height | 2.17 inches / 55 mm |
| Weight | 10.5 ounces |
| Input Resistance | 1Meg Ohm |
| Bypass Current Draw | 26 mA |
| Engaged Current Draw | 51 mA |
| EXP / Control Voltage | 0-5V DC TRS Jack - Over / Reverse voltage protected |
| Input Voltage | 9-24V DC, negative center via the 2.1mm jack |
Quick answers
- How much does the Explorer Cadet: 6 Stage Optical Phaser cost?
- Spaceman Effects lists it at $179 (USD). Dealer and used prices vary.
- Is the Explorer Cadet: 6 Stage Optical Phaser still available?
- Yes. Spaceman Effects lists it as a current model that's available to order.
- Who makes the Explorer Cadet: 6 Stage Optical Phaser?
- Spaceman Effects, building gear since 2009. Where it's built: Built by hand at Spaceman's shop in Portland, Oregon. PDX Custom Series pedals are hand-soldered and hand-wired with through-hole components. Cadet Series pedals are hand-assembled around SMD circuit boards. It's listed here as a modulation pedal.
- What warranty does Spaceman Effects offer?
- Limited Lifetime Warranty on all Spaceman pedals. In Spaceman's words: "We stand behind every pedal we make." Repairs go through support@spacemaneffects.com after basic troubleshooting (separate power supply, fresh battery, known-good cables, pedal alone in the chain). Stock pedals bought on the Spaceman site can be returned within 7 days in like-new condition with a 20% restocking fee. Spacelab pedals and apparel are not returnable.
- How long is the wait for Spaceman Effects gear?
- In-stock pedals usually ship in 2 to 5 business days unless the product page says otherwise. Spaceman does not take custom build orders. One-of-a-kind and small-batch pedals are released through its Spacelab page, and limited runs are announced to the email list.