Opto-Compressor

The Opto-Compressor by Carl Martin is a 100% analog old-school compressor designed to provide classic guitar sounds. It features four controls: Gain, which controls the 'pre-glow' of the optical circuit; Level, which controls the overall volume of the compressor; Compression, which controls the intensity of the compression; and Attack, which adjusts the signal from transparent to total squeeze. The pedal comes in a solid diecast housing with chicken-head knobs, CM color and graphics, and a 9V battery compartment. It is recommended to use a regulated power supply or batteries.

Technical Specifications:
- Manufacturer: Carl Martin
- Series: Vintage Series
- Made In: China
- FX Type: Compressor
- Jacks mounted on: Top
- Bypass: Buffered Bypass
- Battery: Yes
- Voltage: 9
- Polarity: Center Negative
- Circuit: Analog
- Tube equipped: No
- Color: Blue
- Weight: 0.35 kg
- Width: 9.5 cm
- Height: 5.6 cm
- Depth: 12 cm
- GTIN 14: 00852940000554

The Opto-Compressor has received positive reviews for its studio-quality compression, clarity of sound, and versatile sound shaping capabilities. It is praised for its ability to deliver everything from subtle squash to brick-wall limiting.