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The CP101 Compressor
provides clean, smooth compression with ultra-low noise and incredible
transparency. The CP101's 4:1 compression ratio is so subtle that it's
easy to forget the unit is on until you turn it off, that is.
While it is on you will notice note-to-note levels that are smoother
and more consistent, chords and arpeggios that are tighter and more
focused, and when used with an overdriven amp, sustain that will last
for days. Best of all, you'll notice minimal coloration to your guitar
signal and less of the note-attack alterations so common to other
compressors.
At the heart of the CP101's circuit sits an HTV #P873 CdS (Cadmium
Sulfur) Photocoupler. This light-sensitive component varies resistance
based on the input signal to control the amp gain, increasing gain as
the input signal weakens. Most other current-production compressors
accomplish this task using a VCA (voltage controlled amplifier), but
the multiple transistors packed into a VCA inevitably lead to high
noise levels, which means lots of "hiss" from your rig. The CP101's
optical circuit keeps the noise-floor low - so low that you can run the
unit after a distortion and still retain near-silent operation.
With its ultra low-noise level, transparent operation and natural
playing response the Maxon CP101 is the perfect compressor for players
who hate using compressors.
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