Echo Fix EF-P5 FET Compressor Pedal

Whenever the folks at Echo Fix release a new creation, it’s always an exciting time. From the incredible EF-F2 Tape Echo to their EF-P2 Spring Reverb and EF-P3 Chorus/Vibrato pedals, the high-end audio pieces coming from down under enhance the sound of anyone who has the pleasure to use them. Today, we’re looking at their latest, the EF-P5 FET Compressor, a studio-grade unit that works for guitar, bass, keys, drums, vocals and much, much more…

The Echo Fix EF-P5 FET Compressor is a premium, 100% analog dynamics processor built for audio professionals who demand precision, character, and control. Designed with high-quality input and output transformers, the EF-P5 delivers rich, warm compression with unmistakable FET-style punch. Perfect for tracking, mixing, or live use, the EF-P5 features a fully analog signal path with intuitive controls. It offers a broader range of Attack and Release times than traditional FET compressors, a Mix control for parallel compression, and a High-Pass Filter to maintain low-end clarity.

Whether you’re tightening a vocal, smoothing a bassline, or adding punch to drums, the EF-P5 adapts effortlessly with switchable 4:1, 8:1, 12:1, and 20:1 ratio settings. Engineered for real-world flexibility, it includes a rear side-chain input for ducking applications, a rear switch to boost input gain, and a programmable power-on state. Metering options include Gain Reduction, 0dBu, +4dBu, or full meter bypass.

All buttons in mode

Input & Output Transformers for sonic character

100% Analog Signal Path for authentic compression

Combo XLR Input & XLR Output connectivity

Variable Attack and Release

Rear switch for increased Attack/Release times

Rear Side-chain Input for ducking effects

Mix Control for parallel compression

High Pass Filter for frequency-selective compression

Programmable Footswitch Power-On State

Selectable 4:1, 8:1, 12:1, 20:1 compression ratios

Flexible metering: Gain Reduction, 0dBu, +4dBu, Meter Off

From subtle dynamic shaping to aggressive, vintage-style squash, the EF-P5 FET Compressor offers uncompromising analog tone and flexibility in a compact, pedal-friendly form. The versatility found in this compressor is unparalleled, making it an ideal piece of gear for both the recording studio and in your favorite live setup. Coming to us all the way from Australia, Echo Fix is an audio company manufacturing tape echo machines and studio grade effects pedals for customers worldwide. Be sure to visit their website for ordering, more info and to check out their entire lineup of amazing sonic creations – don’t sleep on our demo video as well, cheers!!