Compressor (Optical compressor) · $169
The Maxon CP101 Compressor is an analog optical compressor pedal based on the Single CdS photocoupler optical compression, 4:1 ratio, with Sustain, Level controls, made in Japan. From $169.
| Category | Compressor (Optical compressor) |
| Circuit / based on | Single CdS photocoupler optical compression, 4:1 ratio |
| Signal | Analog |
| Controls | Sustain, Level |
| Switches | Normal/Effect |
| Footswitches | 1 |
| Bypass | buffered (JFET) bypass |
| I/O | 1 x 1/4" input, 1 x 1/4" output |
| Power | 9V DC |
| Power draw | 11 mA |
| Battery power | Yes |
| Enclosure | Reissue/Compact Series |
| Dimensions | 70 x 113 x 56 mm (W x D x H, incl. protrusions) |
| Weight | 270 g |
| Country of manufacture | Japan |
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