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Compression & Dynamics Pedals

API TranZformer GT Compressor + EQ

API is one of the most legendary names in the "tone shaping realm," but not necessarily linked to guitar pedals... until now! At NAMM 2017 the high end console and pro audio manufacturer introduced a new product called Tranzformer GT that can give you the warmth and presence of the API channel…Click on the title for more

API TranZformer GT Compressor + EQ

J. Rockett Audio Designs Releases Mini JET Series Pedals

J. Rockett Audio Designs has just released four new limited-edition mini JET Series pedals as a thank you to its customers after 10 years in business. “We wanted to create a limited run series of pedals that all of our players would appreciate as Pro Quality products” says company cofounder…Click on the title for more

J. Rockett Audio Designs Releases Mini JET Series Pedals

Fender The Bends Compressor

The Bends was presented by Fender at NAMM 2018 together with 5 other new pedals. This is a transparent studio-grade compressor featuring controls for Drive and Recovery (i.e. release) and a Blend knob that allows you mix in your dry signal for more natural results. GearManDude just shot this video…Click on the title for more

Fender The Bends Compressor

Keeley Electronics Compressor Plus

Robert Keeley has made a name for himself for his compressor pedal designs (more than 50k were sold up to this point!), so there is always a lot of curiosity when he puts out a new one. The Keeley Compressor Plus updates the classic design with an integrated expander/sustainer - "Not…Click on the title for more

Keeley Electronics Compressor Plus

OnkartGromt Grompressor (for bass)

OnkartGromt is a Norwegian bass pedal maker - the name means "Something Good" in that country's language. The company has currently 5 bass pedals designs under their belt, and The Living Room Gear Demos, in the following video, focused on their compressor, called Grompressor. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GFfexalTbok The Grompressor is an advanced compressor. Very useful for…Click on the title for more

OnkartGromt Grompressor (for bass)

Outlaw Effects Debuts Echo, Compressor and Overdrive Guitar Pedals at NAMM 2018

Micro-sized pedals were once touted for their small size and affordability. They didn’t have the features or, often, the sound of their bigger brethren, but what they lacked in versatility and tone they made up for with their conveniently-sized cases and low prices. In recent years, though, micro pedals have…Click on the title for more

Outlaw Effects Debuts Echo, Compressor and Overdrive Guitar Pedals at NAMM 2018

First Video of the Analog Alien Comp Compressor

Long Island based builder Analog Alien presented at NAMM a new compressor, simply called, Comp, check out the demo here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=noIW_4uWpZ0&feature=youtu.beClick on the title for more

First Video of the Analog Alien Comp Compressor

Fender Announces Six New Guitar Effect Pedals at NAMM 2018

Fender has announced six new guitar effect pedals, including overdrives, distortion, reverb, delay and more. The company is unveiling the stompboxes at the 2018 Winter NAMM show. The full lineup includes the Marine Layer Reverb, the Mirror Image Delay, the Santa Ana Overdrive, the Pugilist Distortion, the Bends Compressor and…Click on the title for more

Fender Announces Six New Guitar Effect Pedals at NAMM 2018

Origin Effects SlideRig Compact Deluxe Limiter

The Origin Effects SlideRig Compact Deluxe Limiter is a pedal created with slide players in mind - it's all about natural sustain! Check out the demo by Livingroom Gear Demos below. From the manufacturer's website: The SlideRIG delivers clean infinite sustain in true Little Feat fashion. In the studio, Lowell George used a pair…Click on the title for more

Origin Effects SlideRig Compact Deluxe Limiter

Pettyjohn Electronics CRUSH Compressor

New video by ProGuitarShop about the Pettyjohn Electronics' CRUSH Compressor, a discrete VCA based studio grade compressor. From the manufacturer's site: "The CRUSH delivers highly musical compression in the spirit of beloved Discrete VCA compressors, such as those found in legendary British consoles, mastering buss compressors and vintage rack gear, but…Click on the title for more

Pettyjohn Electronics CRUSH Compressor

Electro-Harmonix Platform Stereo Compressor/Limiter

NYC's Electro Harmonix just unveiled a new studio quality compressor named Platform. It's presented as a Stereo Compressor/Limiter, but you can tell from the knobs' descriptions that it does a lot more than that - the video intro actually says it can be used for any instruments, including on a drums stereo…Click on the title for more

Electro-Harmonix Platform Stereo Compressor/Limiter

Greer Amps Lamplighter optical compressor

Greer Amps came out with a new optical compressor called Lamplighter, check out the most popular demo videos at the bottom of this post. From the manufacturer's site: "The very idea for the Lamplighter Optical Compressor is rooted in legendary tone and studio lore. The Lamplighter is the result of countless…Click on the title for more

Greer Amps Lamplighter optical compressor