PRODUCT OVERVIEW
The Bass Compactor combines compression and active tone controls in
one convenient, rugged pedal.Voiced specifically for bass, no other
single pedal offers this kind of control in such a simple, economical and
portable package.
For live performances and recording direct, the
100% analog
design
delivers Tech 21’s legendary warm, natural tone.The independently
adjustable, player-friendly controls allow you to determine the formula
that best suits your particular taste in any given venue.You have the
option of using the compression by itself or just the EQ. And, of course,
you can use the two together.You can also use the Bass Compactor sole-
ly for a clean boost.
The effective tone controls can make any passive bass instantly active --
saving you the expense and anxiety of hacking up your favorite bass to
permanently
install a pre-amp. And with active basses, you’ll have even
greater flexibility with pre- and post-compression EQ at your
fingertips.
No matter how hard you spank or slap, even when the compression is
set at minimum, the Bass Compactor limits harsh, transient peaks and
evens out your signal. Noise reduction has been thoughtfully engineered
directly into the circuitry.The high-impedance F.E.T.-based input is excep-
tionally responsive to your playing style, be it jazz, funk, blues, or good
old rock ‘n’ roll. Characteristic of all Tech 21 products, the Bass
Compactor will not alter your instrument’s individual personality.
We hope the Bass Compactor will be a useful tool for stimulating your
creativity and, ultimately, inspiring you to play your best.
APPLICATIONS
The Bass Compactor can be used direct into a recording console or
with any amp. It can also be used with any of our highly-acclaimed
SansAmp
TM
models of Tube Amplifier Emulators.
GUIDE TO CONTROLS
COMP
(Compression)
controls the amount of compression. Ranges from minimum at 1:1 to
maximum at 15:1.
LOW & HIGH
Unlike passive controls that can only cut, these active tone controls cut
or boost ±12dB from unity gain at 12 o’clock.This powerful EQ section
effectively reduces the need for a fixed frequency mid control and
enables you to achieve an extensive variety of curves --including a “mid-
cut” as well as a “mid-boost.”
Adjusting Mid-Range Content:
The mid-range level of the Bass
Compactor is preset. Boosting Low and High gives you the equivalent
of a “mid-cut” where the relative mid-range level is lower than the
Low and High frequency levels. Cutting Low and High is the
equivalent of a “mid-boost” where the relative mid-range level is
higher than the Low and High frequency levels. NOTE: The overall
output level will change in relation to the adjustments you make with
the EQ controls.You can compensate accordingly with the Level
control.
LEVEL
adjusts the output level without altering any tonal characteristics.
