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The Maxon CP101 Compressor pedal provides clean, smooth compression with ultra-low noise and incredible transparency. Its optical circuit has a slow, smooth reaction time that allows the initial note attack to pass through without being compressed, creating a more natural picking feel. The CP101's low compression ratio prevents changes to a note’s attack characteristics, yielding a more natural picking response. It can be used to increase an instrument’s sustain or to limit signal peaks for a smooth, even output.
Specifications:
- Input Impedance: 500K Ohms
- Input Jack: 1/4 inch standard phone jack
- Output Impedance: 10K Ohms
- Output Jack: 1/4 inch standard phone jack
- Controls: Sustain, Level
- Switch: Normal/Effect
- Max Input Level: 2 dBu
- Max Output Level: 0 dBu
- Noise (IHF-A): -110 dBu
- Max Compression: 42 dB
- Power Supply: 9V Manganese dry cell battery (S-006P) or special AC adaptor
- Power Voltage: DC9 V (Battery) / DC10 V (AC-adaptor)
- Current Consumption: 11 mA (9V) / 12 mA (10 V)
- AC Adaptor: AC210N (option) Input: AC120V Output: DC9V/200 mA Center – /
Sleeve +
- Dimensions (main body): 61 mm (W) x 112 mm (D) x 35 mm (H)
- Dimensions (whole): 70 mm (W) x 112 mm (D) x 55 mm (H)
- Weight: 270 g
- Accessories: 9V Manganese dry cell battery (S-006P) x 1, Non-skid pad x 1,
Warranty Card x 1, User’s Manual x 1
The Maxon CP101 Compressor is designed for players who need a compressor that doesn’t alter their tone, ruin their pick attack, or introduce excessive noise. It offers transparent compression and a natural picking response, making it suitable for a wide range of musical styles and applications.
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Brand New
$127.28
Mint
$188.80
Brand New
$158.66
Brand New
$179
Very Good
$163
Brand New
$225
Very Good
$109.48
Excellent
$243.01
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Open box
$129.99
Used
$110.00
Used
$166.63
Used
$124.75
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