Ampeg Opto Comp

[BassAdder60]

After trying a few compressors this and last year and nearly settling on the Boss LMB3 i decided to get ( again ) the Ampeg Opto Comp pedal.

 

I really like what this pedal adds ( a warm vibe ) and it pairs very well with my Ampeg SGT-Di ( in front of ) 

Im playing more with a pick and this adds a nice roundness to the sound and keeps the low end from booming. 
 

It’s £89 new so a bargain and a very good compressor for my needs. 
 

Definitely worth checking out 

[Lozz196]

I’ve just picked up one of these - thanks @fretmeister - used it this evening at band practice and agree it really helps tame the low end. I’ve had a good few compressors but this one just seems to work for me, with hardly any compression on, just at 9 o’clock. From reading reviews this seems how most people tend to use it.

[BassAdder60]

Yes still have mine, warm tone from it and it just works. 
 

Just tried mine again with a pick and it really warms things and fattens the sound nicely 

 

I believe it’s because it’s Optical ? 
 

my settings below 

Edited September 29, 2023 by BassAdder60

[BassAdder60]

At 12 o’clock compression setting they state it’s 3:1 compression 

 

Its max clockwise is 10:1 so quite a low range and might be why it sounds so sweet !