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At A Glance

Input Impedance
1 MΩ
Output Impedance
1 kΩ, 1 kHz
Max Input Level
-5 dBV, 500Hz
Max Output Level
+8 dBV
Rate Control
0.25 Hz, 7.5 Hz
Noise Floor
-89 dBV
Delay Time
4.2 ms, 6.8 ms
Frequency Response - Delayed Signal
20 Hz to 4.5 kHz
Frequency Response - Dry Signal
20 Hz to 20 kHz
Bypass
True Hardwire
Current Draw
5 mA
Power Supply
9 volt DC
Description

Dunlop positioned the MXR Micro Chorus (M148-U) as a compact, single-control chorus pedal in the MXR effects line. It was built around a bucket-brigade delay circuit intended to reproduce the modulated chorus textures associated with that technology.

The unit offered a single Rate control spanning 0.25 Hz to 7.5 Hz, governing the speed of the modulation. Delay time ranged between 4.2 ms and 6.8 ms. The frequency response of the delayed signal ran from 20 Hz to 4.5 kHz, while the dry signal passed the full 20 Hz to 20 kHz range. Input impedance was rated at 1 MΩ and output impedance at 1 kΩ at 1 kHz. Maximum input level was −5 dBV at 500 Hz, maximum output level +8 dBV, and the noise floor measured −89 dBV. The bypass implementation was true hardwire. The pedal drew 5 mA from a 9-volt DC power supply.

Owners sourcing a replacement power supply should confirm the 9V DC centre-negative polarity standard common to MXR-format pedals against their specific unit before purchasing. For internal service, component matching, or bypass switch replacement, a qualified guitar technician or electronics service professional familiar with effects pedal circuitry is the appropriate resource.

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