I would put this in the top rank of boutique compressors. I compared it
to the Keeley, and I'd say they are equally good. Also, this one is
unique in sound, because it is much more like a studio compressor, and
less like most other guitar pedal compressors. The Keeley sounded like
a superior version of the Dynacomp sound, but this one sounds like a
whole different approach. So you might not like it if you want extreme
compression, but for what it does it is superb and fills a niche in the
market. It's also quite a bit less expensive than other pedals in its
class.
Overall Rating:
10
The tone and smoothness only enhanced my sound and playing. I
feel like I could almost leave it on all the time making small
adjustments on the fly. I also said previously that it took almost two
years to find a great compressor in a pedal and I tried mulitudes of
other companies on the market. I could have settled for a rack mount
but I was not interested in having to carry roadcase of rack gear
around unless somebody else is willing to do it for me because I like
to keep it a compact and simple as possible.
