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Compressor, sustain & noise gate effect pedal
The KEELEY ELECTRONICS Compressor Plus Germanium is a must-have pedal for musicians seeking natural and expressive compression. Designed to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Keeley Compressor, this new version features a germanium transistor for even more remarkable performance.
Overview
The Compressor Plus Germanium is an evolution of the original Keeley Compressor, acclaimed by guitarists for its ability to produce warm compression while preserving the clarity and dynamics of the sound. The inclusion of a germanium transistor significantly improves its tone and compression characteristics.
A Germanium Transistor for Warm, Organic Tones
Historically used in 1960s fuzz pedals, the germanium transistor delivers exceptional sonic depth. It is characterized by:
- Mellow yet well-defined highs.
- Discrete clipping (soft clipping) for smooth transitions between clean and distorted tones.
- Pleasant harmonic distortion that enriches the signal with density and character.
- Remarkable responsiveness to the nuances of the musician’s playing.
Intuitive controls for a custom sound
The Compressor Plus Germanium features an essential Blend control, allowing you to mix the direct signal with the compressed signal. This helps you preserve your guitar’s original attack while increasing sustain. In addition, the Single Coil/Humbucker switch optimizes the circuit based on your instrument’s pickups, ensuring a sound that’s always tailored to your playing style.
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Technical sheet
- comp Yes
- for electric guitar Yes
- General Information
- Model: KEELEY ELECTRONICS Compressor Plus Germanium
- SKU: Keeley Electronics KCOMPGE
- Type: Germanium compressor
- Manufacturing: Made in the United States
- Circuit Type: Analog
- Enclosure: Metal
- Technical Specifications
- Transistor: Germanium transistor operating in the audio output stage and in the feedback circuit that controls compression
- Switch: Single Coil / Humbucker
- Controls: Level, Tone, Compression, Blend
- Connectors: See images
- Output: True Bypass or Buffered Silent Switching
- Power Supply: 9/18V DC via optional AC adapter (2.1 x 5.5 mm barrel plug, center negative)
- Current draw: 25 mA
- Dimensions & Weight
- Dimensions (L x W x H): 127 x 67 x 70 mm
- Weight: 290 g
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