This paper reviews recent progress in the synthesis of Chevrel phases. The objective was to produce better microscopic homogeneity of the elements and/or precursors required to form the phase. Among these new processes, the one dealing with insertion of lead into the binary Mo₆S₈ compound is particularly attractive for the development of Chevrel phase wire since the phase formation occurs at temperature as low as 440°C. To achieve good microscopic homogeneity of PbMo₆S₈ (PMS), PbS is used and the extra sulfur is removed under a hydrogen gas flow. Basic superconducting properties, like a.c. susceptibility transition and specific heat anomaly at Tc, demonstrate extremely fine super-conducting particles. Further annealing at the moderate temperature of 600°C improves the homogeneity and/or the crystallinity of the powder.