Meet the Strymon Compadre Dual Voice Compressor and Boost, a pedal that is more than just a tool, but a key to unlocking your dream guitar tone. This pedal is the secret ingredient to add that extra spark, fullness and balance to your sound, making your guitar rig shine like never before.

For dynamic control, you can select between studio-quality transparent compression or vintage-style compression that's rich in sustain. The Compadre is like a chameleon, adapting to your unique playing style and delivering the precise amount of compression needed, from the smooth and subtle to the heavy and sustained.

But this pedal is not just about compression. It also features a versatile boost section, offering Clean and Dirty boost modes along with three selectable EQ curves to fine-tune your sound. This means you can seamlessly switch between a full-frequency boost, a treble-emphasized boost, or a midrange-emphasized boost.

Whether you're looking to add some fatness to your tone, focus your mids, or balance out your chicken pickin', the Strymon Compadre is ready to exceed your expectations and redefine what a compressor/boost pedal can do.

Key Features:

• Compressor and boost pedal for electric guitar
• 2 compression modes: studio-quality transparent compression or vintage-style compression
• 2 boost modes: Clean and Dirty, with 3 selectable EQ curves (Flat, Treble, Mid)
• Controls: Boost, Compression, Dry, Level
• Independent boost circuit for added versatility
• High-quality analog VCA compressor circuits
• Input and output: 6.3 mm jack
• Volume input for expression pedal: 6.3 mm stereo jack
• FAV / MIDI: 6.3 mm stereo jack
• Power supply with a 9 V DC power adapter (included)
• True bypass
• Made in USA

Product specs

FAQs

What type of compression does the Strymon Compadre offer?

The Strymon Compadre provides two types of analog compression: studio-quality transparent compression and vintage-style sustaining compression, catering to different tonal preferences.

Can the Strymon Compadre be used with both electric and acoustic guitars?

Yes, the Strymon Compadre is designed to work with electric and acoustic guitars, as well as synths and keyboards, making it a versatile addition to any setup.

What power requirements does the Strymon Compadre have?

The Strymon Compadre requires a 9V DC power supply with a minimum of 150mA, center-negative polarity, to operate effectively.

Does the Strymon Compadre support MIDI control?

Yes, the Strymon Compadre supports MIDI control via a 1/4" TRS MIDI EXP cable, allowing you to integrate it into a more complex rig for enhanced control.

Is the Strymon Compadre true bypass?

The Strymon Compadre features true bypass switching, which can be switched to buffered bypass if preferred, ensuring signal integrity in any setup.