The Broughton Audio Carina is an analog phaser pedal built to the maker's own circuit design. Broughton Audio describes it as creating "a wide range of deep and lush phaser textures in a small pedal format," and says the design comes from years of experimenting with various topologies rather than being a copy of an existing circuit1. It runs on a 9V DC supply, draws approximately 10 mA, and carries a US$195.00 list price as of the maker's product page dated 26 October 20261.
An analog phaser from an original design
Broughton Audio positions the Carina as its own design rather than a clone of a classic phaser circuit. The maker states that "this original design comes from years of experimenting with various topologies," which in practice means the circuit was developed by trying out different phaser architectures before settling on the one in the pedal1. The result is a compact analog phaser aimed at producing deep, lush modulation textures1.
The controls: Feedback, Rate and Sweep
The Carina keeps its control layout to three knobs, each with a distinct job:
| Control | What it does |
|---|---|
| Feedback | Determines the depth of the effect1 |
| Rate | Determines the speed of the phaser1 |
| Sweep | Shifts the focus of the phasing across the audio spectrum, from ultra deep low end phasing to high frequency sparkle1 |
The Sweep control is the one that sets the Carina's character apart from a phaser with a fixed voicing. Because it moves the focus of the phasing across the audio spectrum, a player can dial in phasing that sits under the low end of a bass line or up in the sparkle of a bright guitar part, depending on where the knob is set1.
Power, size and practical details
The Carina requires a 9V DC power supply with a standard Boss style connector and center negative polarity, the same format most pedalboard supplies use. The supply is not included, and the current draw is approximately 10 mA, which is light enough that it should not strain a typical daisy chain or isolated supply1.
The 9V DC power supply is not included with the pedal, so you will need to provide your own1.
The enclosure measures 4.77 inches long by 2.6 inches wide, a footprint that keeps it compact on a board1.
Warranty, returns and shipping
Broughton Audio covers its products for one year to the original owner, and asks that warranty repair requests go by email to sales@broughtonaudio.com1. For returns, the maker's policy is to email the same address within 7 days of receiving the product; a refund is issued minus shipping cost when the item is received back in new condition, and the buyer pays return shipping1. Orders ship internationally via Canada Post, with the shipping cost calculated at check-out1.
Questions
Is the Broughton Audio Carina true bypass?
Yes. Broughton Audio states that the Carina has a true bypass switch, so when the pedal is off, your guitar's signal passes straight through without going through the phaser circuit. That matters on a pedalboard where you want the cleanest possible path for the signal when effects are not engaged.
What does the Sweep knob do on the Carina?
The Sweep control shifts the focus of the phasing across the audio spectrum. At one end of its range you get ultra deep low end phasing, and at the other, high frequency sparkle. It lets you place the phaser's effect where it suits your instrument, whether that is bass-heavy material or brighter lead tones.
What power supply does the Broughton Audio Carina use?
The Carina requires a 9V DC power supply with a standard Boss style connector and center negative polarity. The supply is not included with the pedal, and the current draw is approximately 10 mA, which is light enough for most standard pedalboard power supplies.
Does the Carina have a warranty?
Yes. Broughton Audio products are covered for one year to the original owner. For warranty repairs, the maker asks that you send an email to sales@broughtonaudio.com. Returns are also handled by email within 7 days of receiving the product, with a refund issued minus shipping cost when the item arrives back in new condition.
How big is the Broughton Audio Carina?
The pedal measures 4.77 inches long by 2.6 inches wide. That is a compact footprint by pedalboard standards, and Broughton Audio describes the Carina as a phaser in a small pedal format, so it is aimed at players who want the effect without giving up much board space.
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