Best compressor pedals

Name: Maxon CP-9 Pro Plus Compressor Guitar Effects Pedal
Brand: Maxon

Steve Romanoski

Last Updated: Oct 10, 2022

Our researchers have found and tested the best compressor pedals the market can offer today. Below are our in-detail reviews of the top picks offered by Musiclily, IHDEWFY, MuLucky, WEYMIC, Riworal. To decide what exactly you need, make sure you familiarize yourself with the 59 reviews which we've written.

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Maxon CP-9 Pro Plus Compressor Guitar Effects Pedal

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Origin Effects Cali76 Compact Deluxe Compressor Pedal

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Origin Effects SlideRIG Compact Deluxe MK2 Compressor Pedal

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Top 59 Best compressor pedals Reviews 2022

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Maxon CP-9 Pro Plus Compressor Guitar Effects Pedal

Maxon

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Maxon Nine Series Compressor Pro+ Pedal Features: * DBX compression circuit with threshold, ratio and gain controls and reduction status LED * Up to 30 dB of clean gain boost with a 10:1 compression ratio * 18-volt circuitry provides maximum head room with ultralow noise operation.

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Origin Effects Cali76 Compact Deluxe Compressor Pedal

Origin Effects

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Attack
Release
FET-compress Pedal f Electric Guitar with Ratio
Dry Blend Controls

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Origin Effects SlideRIG Compact Deluxe MK2 Compressor Pedal

Origin Effects

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Master Volume Control
Dry Blend
Dual FET-compress Pedal f Slide Guitar with Attack/Release
Input Level

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Source Audio Atlas Compressor Pedal

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Expression Control
Stereo I/O
MIDI Functionality
Software Edit
Compress Pedal f Guitar Bass with 6 Compress Styles

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Origin Effects Cali76 Compact Bass Compressor Pedal

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Attack/Release
Dry Blend
FET-compress Pedal f Electric Bass with Ratio
Highpass Filter

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J. Rockett Audio Designs Squeegee Compressor Compressor Pedal

J. Rockett Audio Designs

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Compression Controls
True Bypass Switching
Compressor Guitar Pedal with Volume

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MXR Dyna Comp Deluxe Compressor Guitar Effects Pedal

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Clean Blend Control
Controls f Tone
Compress Pedal f Electric Guitar with Slow/Fast Attack Modes
Model Number: M228
Output
Sensitivity

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Darkglass Electronics MXU Mictroubes X Ultra Distortion Compressor EQ Bass Effects Pedal

Darkglass Electronics

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Jackson Audio Bloom V2 Dynamic Engine Guitar Effects Pedal

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A comprehensive dynamic engine that is designed to give guitarists maximum dynamic tonal control
A three-fold device, the Bloom manipulates the dynamics of the instrument by way of precisely tuned optical compression, equalization, boost and sustain circuits which can be activated separately or in tandem with each other
Programmable True Bypass or Buffered Bypass
Dual Compressors for the ultimate slide tone
MIDI now offers MIDI control over all 6 compression settings, circuit ON/OFF (COMP, EQ, BLOOM) and bloom level
Make sure this fits by entering your model number.

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Empress Effects Bass Compressor Effects Pedal

Empress Effects

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Metering - Meter both gain reduction and input on separate meters.
All Analog Signal Path - no digitals in here!
Mix - Blend uncompressed signal in with the compressed signal for parallel compression, New York Style!
Sidechain High Pass Filter - a variable high pass filter that filters low frequencies from the sidechain. The filter frequency ranges from 20Hz to 400Hz.
Attack and Release Control - allows for ultimate control over the compression characteristics
3 Compression Ratios - 2:1, 4:1 and 10:1 ratios offer lots of flexibility
Tone + Color - Adds mild harmonic distortion with a mid range cut or an upper mid range boost.
Sidechain Send/Return- 3.5mm TRS jack send and return for sidechain compression.
Improved Low End Frequency Response - To handle those low low sounds, completely flat down to 20Hz.
Extremely Transparent - Add dynamic control without altering the original tone of your instrument

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Darkglass Hyper Luminal Bass Compressor Pedal

Darkglass Electronics

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Compression Knobs; Ratio Mode Through-metal Senss; 3 Modes; 10-segment Gain Reduction Meter
USB Interface
Output
Bass Compress Pedal with Blend
Time

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Origin Effects Cali76 Compact Bass

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High-current, low-noise electronics
Ultra-wide frequency response
Studio-grade discrete-transistor preamp
Classic, ultra fast “FET” response
100% Class-A discrete signal path

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MXR Studio Compressor Guitar Effects Pedal (M76)

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Cht constant headroom technology for clear, clean performance
True bypass
Classic studio compressor in a phase 90-sized pedal
Ten gain-reduction status LEDs

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MXR M132 Super Comp Compressor

JIM DUNLOP

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Power: Dunlop ECB003 AC adapter or single 9 volt battery
Juice up your sound
New attack level control
An update of the legendary Dyna Comp
The ultimate source for the “Nashville” sound
Invisible boost to intricate licks
Dial in the perfect setting
Attack level control preserves initial volume without sacrificing sustain
Footswitch toggle

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JHS Whitey Tighty Compressor Guitar Effects Pedal

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FET compressor that has three simple controls: Volume, Compression, and Blend
With the ability to blend in compression and clean signal, you’ll be able to dial in the perfect sound that keeps everything in place
Use the Blend knob to dial in the right amount of clean tone along with your compressed signal
The Compression knob controls the amount of compression for everything from a subtle smoothing of your tone to a pleasing squash that’s perfect for country, blues, pop, and rock
The Volume control gives you the ability to set your volume at unity gain or slightly boosted to make up for any perceived loss from the compression

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JHS Pedals 3 Series Compressor (3SCOMPRESSOR)

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Made in Kansas City USA
Runs on 9V DC Negative Center power and consumes 8mA
A simple and powerful compressor that will give you everything from subtle tone smoothing to a super squashed sound
The Attack and Sustain knobs allow you to dial in the compression's overall feel and response to your playing, while the Volume knob enables you to set the overall volume at unity or boosted
The Bright toggle engages a brighter EQ so that your tone doesn't get lost in certain situations

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Xotic SP Compressor

Xotic

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superb tone quality featuring a wide variety of compressor tones

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Wampler Ego Compressor V2 Guitar Effects Pedal

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Designed to ensure playing dynamics could be retained without coloring the tone at all
Allows your original signal to be blended in so you can get all the benefits of a great compressor but with the option to remove the squash at the front by bringing the bypassed signal in
With a comprehensive array of controls and a pure core tone, the Ego works perfectly as an "always on" compressor or as "an effect"
With this pedal you can have full country squash or open studio level parallel compression
Brings a new level of of control to what is expected and needed by today's guitar players

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Boss ME-80 Multi-Effects Pedal

BOSS

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An Expression Pedal
Modulation
8 Footswitches
Compression Effects
Guitar Multi-effects Floor Processor with Delay

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Keeley Compressor Plus Pedal

Keeley

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Sports a Blend Control that retains the peaks in your playing and, more importantly, the proper phasing of your guitar signal
There is a simple Release Switch that is tuned for single coils or humbuckers. No more wondering if you have the attack or release set right
The first true advancement in our 2 and 4 knob compressor line. The new features are simple and straight forward
Gorgeous sounding Tone Control which emphasizes the most sensitive harmonics that can be lost in compression
Offers the same gorgeous push of frequencies and sweetening of tone that the old comps gave you, now with the flexibility to easily handle any instrument

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Zoom AC-3 Acoustic Creator

Zoom

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Anti-feedback control and built-in chromatic visual-LED tuner
16 source guitar type presets for accurate tone reproduction and 15 target guitar type presets for tonal refinement
Input and output gain/sensitivity adjustable via single volume knob (patent pending)
Boost switch for up to 9 dB of additional gain
Includes high-quality preamp, built-in compressor, 9 adjustable effects, piezo/magnetic input pickup select, and 3-band equalizer

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Aguilar TLC Bass Compression Effect Pedal

Aguilar

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Threshold control: variable from -30 to -10 dBu
Slope control: variable from 2:1 to infinity
Power: Nine-volt battery or optional universal power supply
Attack control: variable from 10ms to 100ms
Low Distortion: (<0.2 %)

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Keeley Bassist Compressor and Limiting Amplifier Pedal

Keeley

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High performance voltage controlled amplifiers, on board true-rms detector, and ultra High performance op-amps to bring you the very best quality
Built around the exotic and extremely high fidelity that Corp. 4320
Very affordable studio-grade compressor in stomp box format

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MOSKYAudio Mini C4 Compressor Guitar Effect Pedal Metal Shell Pedal Effects True Bypass

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True bypass footswitch for switching between compressor and bypass status.
This compressor effect pedal can add some vintage-sounding push and squash to your sound. It's no-nonsense design, you can easily tweak your perfect sound with 4 essential controls.
LED light for indicating effects or bypass status.
4 functional knobs(sustain/level/attack/clipping) for adjust the performance of compression.
Full metal shell and compact size, durable and portable.

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Boss CS-3 Compressor/Sustainer Pedal

BOSS

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Compression/Sustainer Pedal f Guitar

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Behringer CL9 Compressor Limiter Pedal

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Sustain
Level Controls
Compress/Limiter Pedal with Attack

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Walrus Audio Deep Six V3 Compressor Guitar Effects Pedal

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Top mounted in/out jacks
Updated art by Adam Forster that gives a humble nod to the original art that started it all
Soft switch/relay bypassing for smoother more reliable operation
True bypass studio-grade compressor in stomp box form
Added tone knob (bass cut) for the ability to shape the low end of your guitar signal

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Seymour Duncan Studio Bass Compressor Pedal Bass Compression Effect Pedal

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The Studio Bass Compressor is a studio-grade, classic compressor in a user friendly 4 knob format
Designed and Assembled in Santa Barbara, CA
Transparent and pairs beautifully with the 805 Overdrive for tight grind

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ThorpyFX The Fat General V2 Compressor Effects Pedal

ThorpyFX

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Size: Size: (W)65mm x(L)125mm x(H)53mm (top of Knobs)

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TC Electronic HYPERGRAVITY MINI COMPRESSOR State-of-the-Art Multiband Compression

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Hypergravity mini compressor is the one thing missing from your pedalboard that will take your tone from good – to great! This little beauty features three amazing compression modes: a state-of-the-art multiband compressor; a cool vintage compressor; plus endless compression combinations, which are available via tone print (pedal retains one Mode at a time, All others available via free tone print app). hypergravity mini compressor is the key to getting that much desired Pro tone with even dynamics

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EarthQuaker Devices The Warden V2 Optical Compressor Pedal

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Sustain
Release Controls True Bypass
Guitar Compress Pedal with Tone
Attack
Level

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Fender The Bends Compressor Pedal

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Led backlit knobs
Magnetically latched hinged 9V battery door
Dual internal audio paths for low noise
High-current symmetrical control path for fast response time
Fender amp Jewel LED

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Keeley Electronics Mini Compressor Pedal

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9 volt, 10mA current draw, designed and built in the USA.
Automatic tone recovery, a treble clarifier for high compression settings
An increased sustain range for even more subtle compression
Auto-blend to enhance clarity and note definition
A built-in pre-amp for incredible guitar tone
A new transient release time that makes hum-buckers sing and single coils pop

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Darkglass Alpha-Omega Photon Bass Distortion/Compression Pedal

Darkglass

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Selectable cab sim with 5 IRs lets you go completely cab-less through headphone, XLR, and stereo line outputs
Darkglass Suite mobile app
Darkglass' lauded Alpha-Omega pedal reformatted for versatility
Touch-sensitive 6-band graphic EQ allows for split-second adjustments
USB-C connectivity for use as an audio interface with your Mac or PC, and to connect to
5 distortion modes and 5 compression modes can be mixed and matched to perfection
Powerful solution for practicing, live performance, and recording sessions
Both effects can be bypassed independently to fit any sound or style
Bluetooth audio streaming and 1/8-inch aux in for practicing along with tracks from your mobile device
Blends distortion and multi-band compression for thick, full-bodied bass tone

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KLIQ Tiny-Compressor Effect Pedal

KLIQ Music Gear

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Backed by KLIQ: Rigorously tested and backed by KLIQ's comprehensive 1-year limited warranty. We've got your back!
Tried and true: Time tested Compressor guitar pedal with fully analog circuit; provides a broader adjustable range and true bypass.
Easy to use: This pedal was designed with simplicity in mind. No confusing modes, hidden buttons on the side, or features that don't belong in an effects pedal. Simply plug in and play some music!
Simple design: LED status indicator; powered by an AC adapter (not included); user manual included. Measures 3.7 by 2.1 by 2.1 inches.
Built to last: Made of high-quality aluminum alloy for durable strength; small classic size; orange-colored finish. With rugged aluminum on the outside and quality components on the inside, this pedal will perform night after night, stomp after stomp. So that you can sound your best every single time.

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JOYO Compressor Effect Pedal

JOYO

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Precise compression pedal--Avallon adopts the classic compressor circuit and get better dynamic feedback and features only THREE knobs RATIO, ATTACK, RELEASE to easily obtain much warmer and richer tone.
Service Promise--directly sold by JOYO Technology, who is with over 14 years of experience in customer service,products research and development, JOYO received great reputation all over the world among the guitarists, we would satisfy you at the first time when receiving your request.
Unique compressor Pedal--JOYO R-19 AVALLON is a compressor pedal with independent control knobs for INPUT signal and OUTPUT signal. Working current above 120mA, In order to make the pedal work properly and quietly, we do recommend JOYO 9V DC pedal power supply with noise reduction technology.
Charming pedal--Metal aluminum alloy case and high quality precision components making it solid and durable, moreover, its innovative R-series ambience LED lights delivers a feeling of charming.
User-friendly padal--JOYO R series vintage pedal's dimension(13cm*11cm*5.5cm),weights only 416g, takes little space in your pedalboard, importantly, the pedal adds GAIN REDUCTION indicators to see obviously the gain reduction dynamicly.

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MXR M87 Bass Compressor

JIM DUNLOP

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The totally transparent M87 Bass Compressor allows your full dynamic range to shine through until your signal reaches the compression threshold, which is indicated by the ten highly visible gain-reduction status LEDs
10 gain-reduction status LEDs
CHT Constant Headroom Technology for clear, clean performance
Its CHT Constant Headroom Technology gives you plenty of headroom and clear performance
True bypass

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DidaMusic Caline CP-47 Pressure Tank Compressor Compress Guitar Effect Pedal True Bypass

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Excellent new Comprssor from Caline
Dual power supply choices (9V battery or DC 9V power adapter) for convenient usage.(neither included)
Aluminum alloy shell.
With LEVEL, EQ and COMP adjusting knobs for you to get your favorate tones.
True bypass design

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MOOER GE300 Lite Guirar Amp Modelling Multi Effects Processor

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108 high-quality AMP models, 43 IR based factory speaker cab models, 164 high-quality effects, 255 Preset banks to store all of or your favorite tone settings
GE300 has 108 digital amp models that utilize MOOER’s non-linear amp modeling technology. Each model has been designed based on samples taken directly from real-life tube amplifiers. It is not only the accurate recurrence of the original amps’ tone but also the dynamics and feel of a real tube amp.
The GE300 contains dual-DSP processors delivering the fastidious detailed characterizes of every delay, reverb, modulation or amp model inside. Thanks to the intuitive and simple UI, controls, and connection ports, the GE300 is an all-in-one working station for musicians whether in a live situation, at home, or in the studio.
With the synth module, your instrument will be transformed into an electronic synthesizer without the need for special pickups or instrument modifications, allowing you to spark your creativity with more possibilities.
30 minute capacity loop station with undo/redo, direct dubbing, reverse + 1/2 time effects. Looper sessions can be stored and backed up for import /export of audio files. Recall that new song idea you had any time, or load in your favorite backing tracks to jam along with!

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COOLMUSIC C-CS01 Compressor Pedal

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Whole Aluminium-alloy classic, stable and strong.True bypass provide transparent tone.
Our circuit has been optimized according to the characteristics of the electric guitar and performs outstandingly over the spectrum of different playing styles.
The C-CS01 Compression Sustainer pedal compresses louder signals while boosting lower signals.
DC 9V Adapter power supply. (Not Included)
The compressed tone is round and smooth,full of musicality, and perfectly retains the original guitar tone.

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Rowin Analog Mini Opto compressor Box Guitar Compression Pedal

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2 modes, with the Treble mode emphasizing the highs for a sharper sound
PACKAGE INCLUDES1*Rowin Nano Comp, 1*Owner Manual. Please be noted the Power supply is not included.️ 12-month warranty , 30 Days Unconditional Money Back Guarantee.
Produce a smooth, sustained sound foe clean tones or soaring leads
Based on classic studio grade compressors
Super mini size, can fits in your palms, Made of aluminum alloy, convenient and durable

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Rowin Compressor Pedal Comp Effect Pedal

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3 FUNCTION KNOBLevel ,Comp,Tone knobs allow you to dial in your desired sound.2 MODESNormal and Treble.
PURE ANALOG COMPRESSOR EFFECTSBased on classic studio grade compressor, produces a smooth, sustained sound for clean tone or soaring leads
MINI SIZESmall and exquisite,can save a lot of space on pedal board
TRUE BYPASSTrue bypass provide transparent tone.LED indicator shows the working state
SOLID CONSTRUCTIONMade of high-quality zinc alloy, durable and sturdy.

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Origin Effects Cali76 Stacked Edition Compressor Pedal

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Dual FET Compress Pedal with Blend Control

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Behringer CS400 Compressor/Sustainer Pedal

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Tone
Compress/Sustainer Pedal with Level
Sustain Controls
Attack

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Stax Guitar Compressor Pedal Analog Comperssion Ultimate Comp For Electric Guitar Mini Size True Bypass

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Good Quality: This guitar comp pedal made of high-quality zinc alloy, stable and strong.
Great Effect: Pure Analog Compressor Effect.Based on classic studio grade compressor, produces a smooth, sustained sound for clean tone or soaring leads
Easy Carry: Mini size body, light weight, suitable for out side gigs,powered by a DC 9V adapter (You could buy one at Stax Music).
2 Working Modes: Normal and Treble.LED indicator shows the working state.
3 Function Knobs: Level ,Comp,Tone knobs allow you to dial in your desired sound.

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Compressor Electric Guitar Effects Pedal

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Lifetime Promise: Unbelievably inexpensive three-knob setup,it's obviously simple to use. For any problem with this Compressor pedal, just contact us for a perfect solution, we are always here and help!
Integrated Noise Reduction: Developed with the code to reduce noise swells common with Compressor circuit, you get the quietest effect possible with this Compressor pedal.
Pure Signal:True bypass switching maintains pure signal flow when Compressor pedal disengaged. Dedicated Sustain & Level & Attack knobs allow for precise effect tailoring.
Easy Carry: Powered by a DC 9V adapter (not included in this package),Compressor pedal has a small size body, light weight, suitable for out side gigs.
Solid Quality: The whole guitar pedal is made of aluminum alloy and classic, stable and strong. Aluminium alloy body makes this compressor pedal safe to transport.

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AZOR Compressor Pedal

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Power source- 9V DC adapter center negative（no power adapter included）
Mini style- Small, light weight and exquisite.Enduring, light-weighted Aluminumalloy chassis .
Ultimate Comp- Our circuit has been optimized according to the characteristics of the electric guitar and performs outstandingly over the spectrum of different playing styles
Classic design- Classic optical compressing sound with smooth attack and decay
Perfect sound- It preserves the original signal transients perfectly

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Jim Dunlop Dyna Comp Bass Compressor Effect Pedal (M282)

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The Package Width of the product is 4.5 inches
The classic Dyna Comp compressor sound re-tuned to retain the low end, dynamics, and transparency that bass players require familiar output and sensitivity controls set volume level and the length of sustain includes Dunlop ECB003 9-volt AC adapter
The Package Length of the product is 5.5 inches
The Package heigt of the product is 2.5 inches

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JOYO Dynamic Compressor Pedal Low Noise re-Creation Classic Ross Compressor

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JOYO Dyna Compressor guitar effect pedal features a re-creation of the classic-ross's compressor with very low noise, an essential part of your tone.
JOYO is over decade of brand reputation, with the most popular budget pedals, amplifiers, wireless systems, controllers, metronomes, tuners winning the love of global guitarists and inspiring people's music dreams.
Before playing, please make sure the guitar is fully connected with the pedal. in order to make JOYO pedals work properly and avoiding unexpected noise, we recommend you to purchase an extra JOYO original power adapter, or choose the other reliable brands and make sure it meets the working current requirement of single pedal.
True Bypass provide transparent tone to keep the best tone quality, aluminium-alloy housing classic stoving varnish finish, stable and strong.
Use the "Sustain" "Attack" and "Level" knobs to find your ideal tone. Tweak the "Attack" knob to boost your bottom end and level off high-output pickups.

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Amazon Basics Compressor Guitar Pedal

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Compressor guitar pedal with fully analog circuit; provides a broader adjustable range and true bypass
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Anti-skid rubber pads on the backside for better stability and friction prevention
Measures 3.7 by 2.1 by 2.1 inches; backed by an Amazon Basics 1-year limited warranty
LED status indicator; powered by an AC adapter(NOT included) delivery, 9V DC regulated minimum 300mA, Internal negative external positive; user manual included
Made of high-quality aluminum alloy for durable strength; small classic size; silver-colored finish

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ISET Compressor Guitar Pedal Analog Lemon Compress Effect

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Note: Please note this pedal cannot powered by batteries. Need a DC 9V power supply with negative in the center to power up. Please buy it separately at Iset Music Store. Hope you will enjoy the using this Guitar Pedal.
Meterial: Made of high quality Aluminium zinc alloy, durable and strong. Classic mini size can save a lot of space on pedal board.
Two modes: full pint and half pint compression.
Effects: Level, Sensitivity, Tone knobs allow you to dial in your sound. The comp tone is round and smooth, full of musicality.
True Byapass switch lets your instrument’s signal pass through a non-electronic bypass line when the effect is disengaged. LED indicator shows the working state.

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Compressor Guitar Pedal

kokko

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EFFECTS - Fully analog circuit. True bypass.A broader adjustable range.
RELIABLE QUALITY - High quality by aluminum alloy which is durable and have a classic mini size brings you a musical feast.
ANTI SKID - Rubber pads on the backside is anti-skid, which enhances the stability and avoids friction.
LED INDICATOR - LED indicator shows the status of effect. No battery, Powered by AC adapter(not included).
RESONABLE PRICE ? Provided the very reasonable price to match the high quality product, you will not regret it.

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lotmusic Compressor Electric Guitar Effects Pedal Mini Single Type DC 9V True Bypass

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Pure Signal:True bypass switching maintains pure signal flow when Compressor pedal disengaged. Dedicated Sustain & Level & Attack knobs allow for precise effect tailoring.
Lifetime Promise: Unbelievably inexpensive three-knob setup,it's obviously simple to use. For any problem with this Compressor pedal, just contact us for a perfect solution, we are always here and help!
Integrated Noise Reduction: Developed with the code to reduce noise swells common with Compressor circuit, you get the quietest effect possible with this Compressor pedal.
Solid Quality: The whole guitar pedal is made of aluminum alloy and classic, stable and strong. Aluminium alloy body makes this compressor pedal safe to transport.
Easy Carry: Powered by a DC 9V adapter (not included in this package),Compressor pedal has a small size body, light weight, suitable for out side gigs.

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Caline CP-45 Pressure Point Bass Compressor Pedal True Bypass

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Powered by AC adapter or Battery (neither included), A battery cable included.
Effect pedal specially designed for bass guitar application.
This Compressor pedal is picky power supplies, it works only with isolated power supplies, please don't use power adapters, otherwise it will make noise.
The ATTACK and SENSE functions give it a strong compression, transparent tone and a clear articulate sound production.
Aluminum alloy shell,durable and stable,True Bypass Design, no tone loss.

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Sondery Compressor Guitar Bass Effect Pedal

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True bypass hardware switching. Ultra low noise operation. Beautiful art design on the top, and diamond cut along the edge
Measures 3.7 by 1.9 by 1.66 inches / 94 by 42 by 48 millimetres; backed by Sondery 1-year limited warranty
Made of reliable high-quality aluminum alloy, anti-skid rubber pad on the backside for stability and friction prevention
LED status indicator; user manual included; no batteries needed, powered by an AC adapter (NOT included) delivery, 9V DC, internal negative, external positive
Classic analog compressor effect pedal for guitar and bass. 3 Controls by Sustain, Level and Attack. Sustain to adjust the compression ratio for a longer period when the effect level is increased. Attack - lower level gives a quick/tight response, higher level give a slower/smooth response

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IK Multimedia AmpliTube X-DRIVE Distortion pedal

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CONVENIENT DIGITAL FX PEDAL CONTROL: With 100 factory presets plus 200 user presets, this compact tuner pedal packs a punch for the working guitarist who needs their tone to travel well.
16 CLASSIC DISTORTION PEDALS: AmpliTube X-DRIVE offers 16 iconic distortion pedals in one, from tube distortion to analog distortion, fuzz pedals, boost pedals and more. All created with AmpliTube's award-winning realism and sound.
MADE IN ITALY: Built in Italy in a rugged metal chassis with pure analog dry path, 24-bit 192 kHz converters and more, plus backed by an extended warranty to ensure years of reliable performance.
CABINET IMPULSE RESPONSE PEDAL: A dedicated cab emulation output lets you choose from one of 5 cabinet impulse responses to connect directly to a powered cabinet or PA
COMPREHENSIVE CONNECTIONS: This true bypass pedal offers stereo input and output to use with guitars, keyboards, synthesizers and more, plus full MIDI control to integrate into the rest of your pedalboard.

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MOOER Blacktruck Fx Pedal

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6 effects pedals built into 1 simple unit. Compressor, Overdrive, Distortion, EQ, modulation, Delay/Reverb
Full-featured controls for each effect
Integrated effects loop for connecting external pedals or 4 cable method connection with an amplifier
Built-in precision guitar tuner
Tap tempo synchronization

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Jackson Audio Optimist Dual Overdrive and EQ Pedal Cory Wong Edition

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Studio-grade EQ with High Bandwidth and Flat Response at 12:00; +/- 12dB Boost/Cut per control; Center Detents on the pots that make it easier to get back to a neutral or flat response
The Optimist features MIDI control over all functions! OD1, OD2 and EQ can all be controlled via MIDI for an unlimited selection of tones.
OD2 of the OPTIMIST stands in stark contrast to the mid-focused tone of OD1. Designed to be perfectly flat across the full range of the guitar, OD2 is perfect for rhythm work and is a perfect harmonic enhancer for OD1 when you want to boost OD1 even further!
OD1 is based on the most expensive, hard-to-find, mythical overdrive ever created! We reproduced this circuit in perfect detail to provide the stock tone that people are looking for from this legendary pedal. We updated it with an active EQ (bypass-able) to take this classic circuit into uncharted territory!
Based on the legendary Baxandall EQ that is featured in countless studio EQ’s, The Optimist EQ takes this circuit and tailors it for guitarists! We spent tons of time on this EQ dialing it in so it would hit all the frequencies that guitarists need to adjust and then sweet- ened it by removing the ear fatiguing highs and lows that can appear at extreme settings.

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Optical Compressor Pedal

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Simple to use yet extremely powerful, the CP-BOOSTER will give the gloss of a professional studio production to all your performances. It is equally at home both live and in the studio.
The PhotoOptical CP-BOOSTER compressor is what gives unique character. It makes an instrument sound denser and playing seem more even for “produced” results.
This CP-BOOSTER is a professional studio compressor in compact pedal format. It takes an instrument such as an electric guitar or bass guitar. Amplifies or compresses it and restores average volume after compression.
Quality assurance, BLOKAMUGT always stand behind our products with one-year guarantee.
Due to Its Mini Enclosure, This Pedal Does not Accept a Battery, It Requires a Standard 9V Power Supply Which is Not Included

The Buyer's Guide to the Best compressor pedals - What to Keep in Mind

Should you compress before EQ?

Each position, EQ pre (before) or EQ post (after) compression produces a distinctly different sound, a different tonal quality, and coloration. As a rule, using EQ in front of your compressor produces a warmer, rounder tone, while using EQ after your compressor produces a cleaner, clearer sound.

What pedal does Kurt Cobain?

While Kurt Cobain used a few different pedals over the years, there were four main pedals: a BOSS DS-2, an EHX Small Clone, an EHX Poly Chorus, and a Tech 21 Sansamp.

Does John Mayer use a compressor pedal?

When it comes to boost pedals, Mayer really only uses two. The first is a Keeley Katana Clean Boost, which is a $169 pedal that provides a really transparent volume boost and is very simple to operate. The second boost pedal that he uses is a Strymon OB. 1, which is actually a clean boost and compressor pedal.

Do you need distortion pedal for metal?

Metal and/or hard rock guitar players don't really need distortion pedals. If you have a decent tube amp or even a high-end solid state amp, the onboard distortion or "dirty" channel is almost always going to be a better distortion source than whatever pedal you can buy.

Does Mark Knopfler use compressor?

One of the most important pedals when it comes to achieving the Knopfler tone is the compressor. A compressor helps to normalise the volume of the notes that are being played.

Does compressor go before Overdrive?

The Official Textbook of Pedal Placement™ states that, apart from vintage fuzz and wah, compression should always be first in the chain. For typical guitar use – that is to say, using your compressor as an obvious effect – we certainly agree.

Where should a compressor pedal go?

2. Compressor. Where to put it: Ideally, any compression should happen before the rest of the signal chain, so as to tame peaks, while still allowing for a jump in volume. Since compressors work by evening out the signal and adding gain, pedals after them, especially drives, might need their output level tweaking.

Can you use a compressor pedal as a boost?

Aside from evening out your signal or adding sustain, a compressor pedal can also be used as a clean boost. By simply turning up the volume knob and keeping the Sustain/Ration down, a compressor pedal will essentially act as a signal booster.

Editor's Notes

To compile this list of the top compressor pedals we spent 36 hours to read over 104 customer reviews carefully. After that, our editors selected the 59 models most people truly liked. They boast of the rating of 530, on average, and cost around $9937.

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Steve Romanoski

Steve loves music. Steve Romanoski and his wife live in Alaska. They are always on the go, exploring new places and trying out new products (especially those which can help them enjoy the great musics even more). When he's not writing about products, Steve Romanoski enjoys reading books about history and science. He likes to think of himself as a renaissance man, but his wife would probably say that he's just a big kid at heart.