API TranZformer CMP Compressor Pedal

Description

Classic API Compression for Your Pedalboard
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API TranZformer CMP Compressor Pedal
VCA-style Compressor Guitar Effects Pedal
Classic API Compression for Your Pedalboard
The API TranZformer CMP will equip your pedalboard with the same studio-quality dynamics processing that launched a thousand hit records. This guitar effects pedal abounds with signature API sound, courtesy of a 527 VCA-style compressor circuit, a 2510 op-amp, and a muscular-sounding transformer output. What's more, this stompbox was engineered for high-performance operation with a standard 9-volt power supply. The TranZformer CMP offers both feed-forward and feedback compression for added sonic versatility, along with adjustable attack and release times and an ultra-useful dry/wet knob. The TranZformer CMP boasts high-quality buffered bypass switching to ensure an optimal signal, even if your rig includes arena-sized cable runs. An easy-to-see indicator LED rounds out the TranZformer CMP's outstanding features.
Studio-level dynamics processing
The TranZformer CMP puts studio-precise dynamics processing right at your feet. This compressor pedal's Input knob yields +9dB to +30dB of gain; more gain equals more compression. The Sustain knob determines the amount of gain reduction; higher levels lower the threshold for more compression. The Output knob delivers -inf. to 0dB of level control; fully clockwise exhibits 0dB (zero level cut). You also get Fast/Slow Attack and Release switches that offer 1ms/10ms for attack and 300ms/1s for release. The guitarists here at Sweetwater have found the Blend control to be one of the TranZformer CMP's most useful features, enabling you to dial in hyper-transparent compression in any application.
Classic meets modern
There are two types of compression onboard the API TranZformer CMP: "old" and "new." The old style uses the feedback type of compression found on the classic early-'70s 525; the new style uses a feed-forward type similar to many popular modern compressors.
API TranZformer CMP Compressor Pedal Features:
Packs a 527 VCA-style compressor circuit into a guitar effects pedal
Audio circuit uses a 2510 op-amp with a muscular-sounding transformer output
Engineered for high-performance operation with a standard 9-volt power supply
Selectable Type switch for modern feed-forward or vintage feedback operation
Adjustable attack and release times and an ultra-useful dry/wet Blend knob
High-quality buffered bypass switching ensures an optimal signal with long cable runs
Easy-to-see indicator LED
Specification
Detail
Pedal Type
Compressor
Inputs
1 x 1/4"
Outputs
1 x 1/4"
Bypass Switching
Buffered
Power Source
9-18V DC 100mA power supply (sold separately)
Height
3"
Width
4.6"
Depth
3.8"
Weight
1.5 lbs.
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