Are MXR pedals worth buying?
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MXR pedals are worth considering if the effect suits your setup, but judge the individual pedal rather than the badge. The M84 Bass Fuzz Deluxe and M76 Studio Compressor serve different jobs, so start with what your sound needs.
The MXR M84 Bass Fuzz Deluxe Pedal is the one to consider if you want fuzz for bass. Its supplied best new price is £149; try it with your own bass and amp if possible to check whether the fuzz character suits your playing.
The MXR M76 Studio Compressor Pedal is worth considering if you want compression rather than fuzz. Its supplied best new price is £200. When testing a compressor, listen for how it handles your picking dynamics and whether it gives you the control you want.
Neither is automatically the better buy: they solve different problems. The supplied details don’t establish build quality or reliability, so I wouldn’t make a blanket promise about either—buy for the job, not just the logo.
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