MXR M305 Tremolo review

An ultra-versatile tremolo pedal in a compact, 9V-friendly package

MXR M305 Tremolo
(Image: © Jim Dunlop)

Guitar World Verdict

A pretty comprehensive set of tremolo sounds in a compact footprint with plenty of performance options.

Pros

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    Compact MXR format.

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    Good price.

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    Comprehensive and dynamic.

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    Handy boost function.

Cons

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    Four-screw battery access.

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The M305 Tremolo pedal replaces the discontinued M159 Tremolo model, which launched in 2008 and ran at 18 volts, necessitating the use of two batteries or another arrangement. This new iteration runs more conveniently from a single nine volts power source.

This tremolo can run in mono or stereo and features six different trem types, scrolled through by pushing the Gain knob. 

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