Compressor Pedal Recommendations?

metaphysica · 10-13-2011, 01:11 PM

Hi all,

So my current setup consists of a Maxon OD808> MXR 135 Smart Gate> through the front of my Triple Rectifier. I play tech death, so I was thinking about adding a compressor to focus my sound and make it punchier. One of my friends recommended Keeley's 4-knob compressor. Any recommendations would be great!

On a side note, I was wondering if I would be better off getting the ISP Decimator pedal to replace my MXR 135 Smart Gate? I hear they are supposed to be good?

Thanks!

KAMI · 10-13-2011, 02:05 PM

keeley 4 knob compressor

Sepultorture · 10-13-2011, 02:08 PM

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Originally Posted by KAMI

keeley 4 knob compressor

4 or 2 knob either are excellent

KAMI · 10-13-2011, 02:12 PM

also get an ISP if you can

danger5oh · 10-13-2011, 02:14 PM

Has anyone tried the MXR Custom Comp? I've been very curious about that one compared to the Keeley's.

I have the Boss Comp... and yeah, kinda blah.

KAMI · 10-13-2011, 02:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by danger5oh

Has anyone tried the MXR Custom Comp? I've been very curious about that one compared to the Keeley's.

I would still go keeley because with distortion, an MXR custom comp will make a lot of noise as oppose to a keeley.

EOT · 10-13-2011, 02:23 PM

Yep, the Keeley is pretty damn good. And so is the ISP. You might keep the MXR to use with the ISP if you get one for the ultimate in noise stoppage.

KAMI · 10-13-2011, 02:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EOT

Yep, the Keeley is pretty damn good. And so is the ISP. You might keep the MXR to use with the ISP if you get one for the ultimate in noise stoppage.

I was thinking the same thing!
Periphery used to do this before the days of the axe-fx.
they used it like this:

guitar->compressor->noise gate->overdrive->noise gate->amp

EOT · 10-13-2011, 02:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KAMI

I was thinking the same thing!
Periphery used to do this before the days of the axe-fx.
they used it like this:

guitar->compressor->noise gate->overdrive->noise gate->amp

And it works very well.

KAMI · 10-13-2011, 02:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EOT

And it works very well.

Deliverowned · 10-13-2011, 02:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KAMI

I was thinking the same thing!
Periphery used to do this before the days of the axe-fx.
they used it like this:

guitar->compressor->noise gate->overdrive->noise gate->amp

Quote:

Originally Posted by EOT

And it works very well.

Thats the setup i have and its just perfection. With mxr od,mxr smart gate, keeleyp comp and isp decimator.

Get an isp and keep the mxr, and now enjoy ultimate silence between chugs!

Matt

jeremyb · 10-13-2011, 03:10 PM

I had a pigtronix philsophers tone, amazing compressor and adds tons of sustain, being optical its not as noisy as analog ones

metaphysica · 10-13-2011, 03:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EOT

Yep, the Keeley is pretty damn good. And so is the ISP. You might keep the MXR to use with the ISP if you get one for the ultimate in noise stoppage.

Hah, I guess I'll take that into consideration

Thanks everyone for the feedback!

SirMyghin · 10-13-2011, 08:32 PM

Strymons Optical compressor is quite nice.

gunshow86de · 10-13-2011, 10:25 PM

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Originally Posted by SirMyghin

Strymons Optical compressor is quite nice.

This man speaks the truth. I love mine.

(not me in the video)

Ishan · 10-14-2011, 12:30 AM

If you don't have much money the Biyang CO-8 is VERY good, borderline Keeley good with even less noise. Check the review here : Biyang CO-8

Rook · 10-14-2011, 04:39 AM

I'd make sure you et an optical compressor rather than a VCA compressor. The latter (voltage controlled amplifier) are very noisy and in a setup like yours will be a nightmare.

Optical compressors include the aforementioned Keeley and the Maxon CP101. I wouldn't bother with the 4 knob Keeley as it's identical to the 2 knob, the 2 knob just has the extra two knobs internally. The Maxon is excellent and a cheaper alternative.

Also, when you get it, put the compressor before the gate and the drive after. I would say a compressor won't add focus necessarily, they're just as prone to cutting highs and attack and boosting low end, detracting from focus, it depends on the situation.

SirMyghin · 10-14-2011, 09:33 AM

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Originally Posted by gunshow86de

This man speaks the truth. I love mine.

The trick is not letting it only having 2 knobs (for the comp) fool you I think. I mean Keeley has 4 knobs, so it is like, 2 knobs better, right? RIGHT!?

gunshow86de · 10-14-2011, 05:01 PM

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Originally Posted by SirMyghin

The trick is not letting it only having 2 knobs (for the comp) fool you I think. I mean Keeley has 4 knobs, so it is like, 2 knobs better, right? RIGHT!?

Hey, we got DIP switches too.

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10-13-2011, 01:11 PM	#1
metaphysica ss.org Regular Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: San Francisco/San Jose, CA Posts: 5 Thanked: 0 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Compressor Pedal Recommendations? Hi all, So my current setup consists of a Maxon OD808> MXR 135 Smart Gate> through the front of my Triple Rectifier. I play tech death, so I was thinking about adding a compressor to focus my sound and make it punchier. One of my friends recommended Keeley's 4-knob compressor. Any recommendations would be great! On a side note, I was wondering if I would be better off getting the ISP Decimator pedal to replace my MXR 135 Smart Gate? I hear they are supposed to be good? Thanks!

10-13-2011, 02:05 PM	#2
KAMI Focus Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: west mid-lands - England Posts: 630 Thanked: 6 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	keeley 4 knob compressor https://soundcloud.com/torrential-skies Line 6 is underrated!!!

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KAMI Focus Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: west mid-lands - England Posts: 630 Thanked: 6 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	also get an ISP if you can metaphysica likes this. https://soundcloud.com/torrential-skies Line 6 is underrated!!!

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SirMyghin The Dirt Guy Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Anywhere but here. Posts: 7,157 Thanked: 41 Feedback Score: 3 reviews	Strymons Optical compressor is quite nice. Guitar techs are for sissies. Learn some damn music theory, don't complain, and you'll be a better person. -Schecterwhore Show me a truly awesome guitar for under $1000 and I'll show you hateful lies.

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danger5oh rock 'n' roll clown Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Honolulu, HI, USA Posts: 884 Thanked: 14 Feedback Score: 20 reviews	Has anyone tried the MXR Custom Comp? I've been very curious about that one compared to the Keeley's. I have the Boss Comp... and yeah, kinda blah.

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EOT I pull over 500 lbs. Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: kansas Posts: 824 Thanked: 13 Feedback Score: 11 reviews	Yep, the Keeley is pretty damn good. And so is the ISP. You might keep the MXR to use with the ISP if you get one for the ultimate in noise stoppage.

10-13-2011, 03:10 PM	#12
jeremyb SS.org Regular Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Chch, NZ Posts: 312 Thanked: 5 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I had a pigtronix philsophers tone, amazing compressor and adds tons of sustain, being optical its not as noisy as analog ones

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Ishan Giant Fridge Magnet Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Paris, France. Posts: 4,271 Thanked: 25 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	If you don't have much money the Biyang CO-8 is VERY good, borderline Keeley good with even less noise. Check the review here : Biyang CO-8 AxeHappy and metaphysica like this. Current rig : Agile Intrepid Pro with Lace Aluma Deathbar pickup -> Eleven Rack + TC G-Major -> ESI Near 5 Experience My string tension calculator STC - supports most D'addarrio and Circle K Strings

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Rook Electrifying Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: London Posts: 7,556 Thanked: 109 Feedback Score: 18 reviews	I'd make sure you et an optical compressor rather than a VCA compressor. The latter (voltage controlled amplifier) are very noisy and in a setup like yours will be a nightmare. Optical compressors include the aforementioned Keeley and the Maxon CP101. I wouldn't bother with the 4 knob Keeley as it's identical to the 2 knob, the 2 knob just has the extra two knobs internally. The Maxon is excellent and a cheaper alternative. Also, when you get it, put the compressor before the gate and the drive after. I would say a compressor won't add focus necessarily, they're just as prone to cutting highs and attack and boosting low end, detracting from focus, it depends on the situation. Jzbass25 and metaphysica like this. Formerly known as Fun111, don't be thrown off by the avatar!!!!!! My Soundcloud My project on Facebook: Rook

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