

The MXR M102 Dyna Comp Compressor is a renowned pedal known for its exceptional compression capabilities and rich sustain. It is designed to even out the guitar signal, providing increased sustain with stable dynamics. The pedal is particularly popular in Nashville studios and has been a secret weapon on countless pedalboards for decades.
Here are the technical specifications for the MXR M102 Dyna Comp Compressor:
- Model: M102
- Input Impedance: 1 MΩ
- Output Impedance: 10 kΩ
- Nominal Input Level: -5 dBV
- Nominal Output Level: -12 dBV
- Noise Floor: 95 dBV
- Total Harmonic Distortion (T.H.D): 0.2% Typ. at -20 dBV, 1 kHz
- Maximum Compression: 36 dB
- Attack Time: 5 ms
- Release Time: 1 s
- Bypass: True Hardwire
- Current Draw: 3.3 mA
- Power Supply: 9 volts DC
The pedal can be powered by a 9-volt battery, a Dunlop ECB003 9-volt adapter, or the DC Brick™, Iso-Brick™, and Mini Iso-Brick™ power supplies (not included).
The MXR M102 Dyna Comp Compressor is built with a heavy-duty housing, durable jacks, and switches, making it suitable for a lifetime on the road.
This pedal is a modern take on the classic MXR compression, featuring a bypass status LED and AC power jack for modern gigging convenience.
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