Strymon Compadre Dual Voice Compressor/ Boost

Strymon Compadre Dual Voice Compressor/Boost: Studio-Quality Compression and Boost on Your Pedalboard

One of the underrated secrets of studio guitar tones is the use of rack-mounted high-headroom compressors to smooth out dynamics and add sustain without deeply affecting your core tone. The Strymon Compadre brings all the clean, clear tone and response of a rackmount VCA style compressor straight to your pedalboard, complete with an additional volume boost after the compressor to really help drive your amp. Strymon even included all your favorite pedal compressor sounds, just in case you prefer the more squashed-out classic red or grey box style pedal tones.

Studio-Quality Compression and Flexible Boost

Strymon perfectly combines the flexibility of modern digital control with an all-analog signal path and true bypass switching, ensuring your sound remains true to the original tone. Traditional rack compressors can be challenging to dial in correctly, so Strymon made sure to keep the controls simple and intuitive on the Compadre. For the compressor side, you have controls for Dry level, output Level, and Compression amount (sustain and threshold), the Comp Type switch for choosing compression style, and a dedicated footswitch for true dual functionality.

Intuitive and Versatile Controls

The Boost side takes that simple and intuitive ethos to the max, giving you one knob for Boost volume, a three-way Boost EQ switch, and a switch on the back to choose between a Clean or Dirty boost. This design allows you to achieve a wide range of tonal possibilities with minimal effort.

Comprehensive Connectivity

When you look at the back, you have four 1/4" jacks: one each for Input and Output, one for a Strymon MiniSwitch/MiniSwitch Plus (sold separately) or other MIDI control device, and one for connecting any TRS expression pedal to get the functionality of a dedicated volume pedal without needing an additional one. This comprehensive connectivity makes the Compadre an incredibly versatile addition to any pedalboard setup.

Specifications:

• Dual function compressor and boost pedal
• Two compression modes and three Boost EQ curves
• Studio mode provides clean, transparent rack style VCA compression
• Squeeze mode offers classic red and grey box vintage compressor tones
• Volume jack allows use of any TRS expression pedal as a volume pedal
• Separate Boost footswitch
• Compatible with Strymon MiniSwitch or MiniSwitch Plus (sold separately) for preset recall
• Fully MIDI compatible for up to 300 preset slots (requires MIDI EXP cable sold separately)
• Inputs: 1 x 1/4"
• Outputs: 1 x 1/4"
• Other I/O: 1 x 1/4" TRS (volume/expression)
• MIDI I/O: 1 x 1/4" TRS (MIDI EXP cable required)
• True Bypass: Yes, switchable to buffered
• Power Source: 9V DC power supply required (included)
• Current Draw: 150mA (minimum)
• Height: 1.75"
• Width: 4"
• Depth: 4.5"
• Manufacturer Part #: Compadre

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