Keeley Compressor Pro Pedal
The Keeley Compressor Pro takes the GC2 Compressor / limiter and buffs it up to have the same control as a studio grade compressor in a stompbox format. With more control and higher quality than ever before this is a seriously cool pedal that everyone will have a use for.More Control Than Ever BeforeCompressors are normally quite simple pedals with controls that you set and forget about. The Compressor Pro is a little bit different in the fact this this is a full bore studio compressor but made for guitar. If you have ever been in a studio it has controls…
Description
here at Just Pedals we love this Keeley Compressor Pro Pedal.
The Keeley Compressor Pro takes the GC2 Compressor / limiter and buffs it up to have the same control as a studio grade compressor in a stompbox format. With more control and higher quality than ever before this is a seriously cool pedal that everyone will have a use for.
More Control Than Ever Before
Compressors are normally quite simple pedals with controls that you set and forget about. The Compressor Pro is a little bit different in the fact this this is a full bore studio compressor but made for guitar. If you have ever been in a studio it has controls you would have seen in racks of gear but not so much in a pedaL.
To start off you have the Threshold control which sets when the signal going in to the compressor gets compressed. Next the Ratio control control sets how compressed the signal becomes once it reaches the threshold. Now that your signal is compressed it is probably quite a lot quieter than when the pedal is off. The Gain control lets you punch the volume of your pedal back up after being compressed so you still have a strong signal going in to your amp. Now with this level of control you could get almost any sound but that was not enough for Keeley.
Keeley have also added in Attack, Releases and Knee controls. The Attack control sets how quickly the compressor kicks in after it has passed the threshold mark, this can be set anywhere between 15ms and .15ms. Release does the opposite and sets how long the compressor will stay on for after your guitar has dropped below the threshold, this can be set anywhere between 150ms and 1.5ms. The Knee is an interesting control and it sets how aggressive the compression is in a way. With a hard knee when you pass the threshold your sound will suddenly become compressed and with a soft knee you get a more gradual compression. With all of this control nearly any sound is available at your fingertips you can get every sound you will ever need from just one pedal
Ease Of Use With Auto Mode
Now this pedal may look overly complicated and sometimes you need something a bit more dynamic rather than manually setting everything and leaving it. That is why Keeley have also implemented an auto mode for those moments when you need to just plug in and go without worrying about what specific setting you need to use.
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Compressor
A compressor pedal is an essential tool used in guitar playing to control the dynamic range of the instrument’s signal. Compressors work by reducing the volume of loud sounds and boosting the volume of softer sounds, effectively narrowing the dynamic range of the guitar signal. This results in a more consistent and sustained sound, with smoother transitions between notes and chords.
Here are the key features and functions of a compressor pedal:
1. **Threshold**: The threshold control determines the level at which the compressor begins to engage. Signals above this threshold are compressed, while signals below it remain unaffected.
2. **Ratio**: The ratio control determines the amount of compression applied to the signal once it exceeds the threshold. For example, a ratio of 4:1 means that for every 4 dB the input signal exceeds the threshold, the output signal will be limited to 1 dB increase. Higher ratios result in more aggressive compression.
3. **Attack**: The attack control sets how quickly the compressor responds to changes in signal level once it exceeds the threshold. A fast attack time will clamp down on peaks more quickly, while a slower attack time allows more transient peaks to pass through unaffected.
4. **Release**: The release control determines how quickly the compressor returns to its normal state after the signal falls below the threshold. A shorter release time will result in quicker recovery to normal signal levels, while a longer release time provides more sustain and a smoother overall sound.
5. **Level (or Output)**: This control adjusts the overall output level of the compressed signal, allowing you to match the compressed signal with the rest of your effects chain or amplifier.
Compressor pedals offer several benefits to guitarists:
– **Increased Sustain**: By levelling out the volume of notes and chords, compressors can extend the sustain of the guitar signal, making notes ring out longer and creating a smoother, more consistent sound.
– **Improved Note Clarity**: Compressors can help even out the volume levels of individual notes within chords, making them sound more balanced and defined. This is particularly useful for fingerstyle playing or intricate picking techniques where note clarity is crucial.
– **Enhanced Dynamics**: While compressors reduce the dynamic range of the signal, they can also enhance the perceived dynamics by bringing quieter passages up in volume, resulting in a more expressive and responsive playing experience.
Overall, compressor pedals are valuable tools for guitarists seeking to control their instrument’s dynamics, increase sustain, and achieve a more polished and professional sound. Whether used subtly to smooth out peaks or aggressively to add punch and presence, compressors can significantly enhance your guitar tone and playing experience.
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Pedal
A pedal is an electronic device that alters the sound of an electric guitar by applying various effects. Pedals are typically connected in a series between the guitar and amplifier, allowing guitarists to switch effects on and off with their feet while playing.
This enables musicians to quickly and easily change their sound, adding versatility and creativity to their performances.
Pedals are essential tools in many musical genres, including rock, blues, jazz, and metal, allowing artists to craft distinctive and dynamic soundscapes.
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