Fairfield Circuitry The Accountant Compressor Pedal

£219.00

Just pedals are excited to share the latest New Compressor Pedals by Fairfield Circuitry, the Fairfield Circuitry The Accountant Compressor Pedal Compressor Pedals is a great Compressor choice for new and experienced guitarists alike.. Read More below for more images, videos and latest UK prices from the Fairfield Circuitry brand, delivered by a UK retailer, with warranty & more.


Description

Just pedals are excited to share the latest New Compressor Pedals by Fairfield Circuitry, the Fairfield Circuitry The Accountant Compressor Pedal Compressor Pedals is a great Compressor choice for new and experienced guitarists alike.. Read More below for more images, videos and latest UK prices from the Fairfield Circuitry brand, delivered by a UK retailer, with warranty & more.

Every operation needs an accountant, and your signal chain is no exception. This little guy will fit right in, no questions asked. Call upon his services to crunch numbers, cook your books and calculate ratios in all confidence that your shit will remain tight. Compression as an effect is a form of dynamics
control; that is to say controlling the difference
in volume between loud parts and quiet parts.

We’re talking about a mostly utilitarian relationship here, but one of trust as well. Whether you enjoy slight, nuanced dynamics control or you just want to squeeze your signal into one dimension, you’ll find a use for The Accountant.

Featuring all analogue, JFET feedback compression, The Accountant works well with all signal sources; guitars, bass, vocals, synths, even whole mixes. A simple control interface allows you to change the threshold, compression ratio and makeup gain.

NOTES ON POWERING

This pedal was designed to operate using your typical centre negative, regulated 9-9.6 VDC power supply. The pedal is protected against reversed polarity and overvoltage conditions. Always check your power supply for proper voltage and polarity before connecting. There is no battery connection inside the pedal.

Specifications

TECHNICALS

  • input impedance 1 M
  • output impedance <5 k
  • power supply 9-9.6 VDC
  • current draw 12 mA
  • threshold 50 mVRMS
  • attack time 5 ms
  • release time 500 ms

PHYSICALS

  • true true bypass
  • 1/4” mono input/output jacks
  • 2.1mm DC connector
  • 3.7” x 1.5” enclosure dimensions

Brand

Fairfield Circuitry

Fairfield Circuitry is a boutique pedal company based in Hull, Quebec, Canada, known for its unique and innovative effects pedals designed for guitarists and bassists. Founded by Guillaume Fairfield, the company has gained recognition for its commitment to craftsmanship, creativity, and sonic excellence.

Fairfield Circuitry pedals are revered for their distinctive designs, offering musicians a wide range of effects to explore and incorporate into their music. Each pedal is meticulously handcrafted using high-quality components and features intuitive controls, allowing musicians to easily dial in their desired tones.

One of Fairfield Circuitry’s most acclaimed pedals is the Shallow Water, a dynamic tremolo pedal that simulates the unpredictable behaviour of vintage magnetic tape machines and tube amplifiers. The Shallow Water offers a unique and organic tremolo effect with a touch of modulation, creating lush, swirling textures reminiscent of ocean waves.

Category

Compressor Pedals

Compressor pedals even out the dynamics of your playing by reducing loud peaks and lifting quieter notes. This can add sustain, smooth out picking, tighten funk rhythm parts and make clean tones feel more controlled and studio-like.

They are useful for country, funk, pop, bass, slide guitar and any style where consistency matters. A compressor can be subtle and almost invisible, or it can become a noticeable part of your sound by adding snap, sustain and extra presence.

Tags

Compressor

Compressor pedals smooth out playing dynamics by reducing loud peaks and lifting quieter notes, helping create a more balanced and controlled guitar sound. Compression can add sustain, tighten rhythm playing and make clean tones feel more polished.

They are widely used in country, funk, pop and studio recording environments where consistency and articulation are important. Subtle compression can also improve the feel of an entire pedalboard.