We recently checked out a couple of Klon-inspired overdrive pedals from our friends at Studio Daydream Handmade Pedals, and we were excited to continue exploring their effects lineup. Moving into a new realm, and highly regarded for its natural compressor sound, The Ray Compressor is back as the Rev.3.0, with an improved internal structure and a range of added functions. The EQ has been strengthened to three band,s while maintaining the sound of its compressor, ideal as a base for sound making. Using the range switching function, the pedal now has a wider range of sounds that can also be used with a bass.
CONTROLS:
・PRE GAIN SWITCH
Adjusts the input level. The ‘HI’ setting sends the highest level signal to the effect circuit. Depending on the input from the guitar or bass pickups and the SUSTAIN knob setting, there may be some distortion. First set the level to ‘HI’, then, if distortion occurs, try changing the setting to ‘MID’ and ‘LO’.
・SUSTAIN
Turn clockwise to increase gain. This is the main control of the compressor part of the pedal. It compresses large inputs and amplifies small inputs to align volume, thereby creating sustain.
・ATTACK
Adjusts attack time. At the lowest setting, compression is fast (beginning immediately after picking), while at higher settings, it is slower (leaving a larger input of picking and compressing more slowly).
・VOLUME
Use if distortion occurs when adjusting the equalizer, or to cut volume when too loud.
・TREBLE/BASS
Shelving filter that boosts or cuts high/low end. Set at 12 o’clock for almost a flat sound.
・TREBLE-RANGE/BASS-RANGE SWITCH
Changes the range (cut-off frequency) of TREBLE and BASS controls.
・MID
Parametric equalizer that boosts or cuts mids. Set at 12 o’clock for a almost flat sound.
・MID-FREQ
Sets the frequencies of the Parametric equalizer. Turning clockwise increases the frequency.
・MID-Q
Changes the ‘Q’ (the frequency bandwidth where the effect works) of the parametric equalizer. ‘NARROW’ is the narrowest, most ‘peaky’ setting, ‘WIDE’ is the widest, and ‘MID’ sits in the middle.
Lots going on here, but great compression sounds are easy to achieve. The Ray Compressor provides studio quality sound with a wide range of sonic options, perfect for live shows and recording sessions, and works well with just about any instrument you can think of. We really love the pedals coming out from Studio Daydream – be sure to check out their website, as well as our demo video below! Cheers!
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