M.D. Effects Introduces New Compactor Pedal
New compressor pedal boasts analog design and sleek black-on-black enclosure.
M.D. Effects has introduced the Compactor compressor pedal. The new unit boasts controls for Attack, Release, Output and Blend, as well as a Bright toggle switch to enhance high frequencies. Additionally, the Compactor features top-mounted input, output and power jacks and "clickless" true bypass switching, and accepts 9V DC negative power.
The unit is hand-built in California and comes housed in a sleek, black-on-black enclosure.
The Compactor sells for $200 and can be purchased directly at mdeffects.net.
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