Phil - you have some of the best guitar videos on RUclips. I look forward to each one and I like the no nonesense approach you take at providing information. Keep it up and keep helping us all rock out better.
I've been using compression for a long time and have heard it explained many ways. I was just browsing RUclips tonight and came across your explanation/tutorial video.... The "pebble in the water" illustration is one of the best explanations on compression I've ever heard. Well done.
I never really understood compression before, after watching this I feel like a world expert in it! Fantastic explanation and demonstration, thank you.
Thanks Phillip. I finally looked into the compressor, what it does, and why I would want one. I do. A fitting description and analogy. Sounds like a volume conditioner, similar to a power conditioner.
I'm almost 4 minutes into the video but had to stop to comment... I love your explanation! Your analogy makes sense to me and I have a hard time finding that in videos. The musical terminology is lost on me and other videos use it way to much. Thanks for the video man! Will be checking out your other videos for sure!
Thanks. What I love about your stuff is that you speak to the regular guy who happens to love guitars but doesn't necessarily know a ton about gear ect. I feel like your on the same level as most people who watch you if that makes sense.
Hi Phil, I'd just like to add to the listeners who say keep the lo-fi videos - you are so informative and expressive that a HD recording with all the bells, whistles and editing would just detract from the one-on-one nature of your info videos. It's like we're sitting opposite each other and you're giving the gift of your knowledge. I've been playing for 30+ years, and I know that it's the tiny, little things that matter; the half-idea that transforms one's thinking and playing; just sayin' don't ever change!!!
Thanks for another great and informative video. I've used compression before and I always liked the sound. It's nice to finally know why. Keep 'em comin'.
Thank you! I'm an older guy who has seen it all - I know a lot but I'm always open to better explanations of music points. You do a great job of explaining things. Myself, I'm attempting to put together a basic pedal board - so far I have a Menatone RED SNAPPER overdrive which I really like and a TC Electronics Delay/Looper which I haven't played with much. I know I'm going to need a compression pedal - HERE'S MY PROBLEM - Phil, What MORE should I buy and put on my pedal setup??? Big question. I play mostly rock and blues - some jazz, some country. Maybe you have something on RUclips already??
I'm getting tired of your guitar collection. Sell them all or give them to me. I've been using compression with distortion since 1979... guys couldn't figure out how I got the sound. You are a good teacher Phil.
I always thought that compression was used to add more bass, because in EDM music production that's what it does but its different for guitar. Thanks for the clear explanation on that!
great video I have had a compressor/sustainer for 20 years and have never touched it. Now I know what the thing is and what is does. Thanks I might be able to use it now
Phenomenal video as always. I don't think I'll buy a compressor for years tbh I have to learn how to handle dynamics better on my own before I start using one
That was a great explanation! Funny, I took music theory classes, but couldn't really explain compression. I know Roger mcguinn used it for his 12 string to sound more sustained and even, and that it makes country guitar "pop", but this really clarified it.
Thank you so much for making this highly informative breakdown of the enigmatic compression pedal. Just for fun, I make and play cigar box guitars. I like to use a variety of mag pups to amplify the things. For amplifiers, I use a Roland Cube-15 and the marvelous Roland Micro-Cube, (no electric CBG player should be without a trusty Roland Micro-Cube). I have a few effects pedals, (overdrive, fuzz, chorus and delay). The hard/tone wood neck through body construction, gives a colossal natural sustain to my CBGs. They do have a tendency to be overly bassy though; even with the pup in the bridge position. That's great for the Blues but even that needs a bit of taming. I think a compression pedal would control the bass and help even things out. It's certainly something I'm going to seriously look into. Again, many thanks for the information.
the best explanation i've ever heard. i was looking for the other "explained" videos on your channel, but it seems like there's only this one? i bought the compression pedal immediately after watching this video 😂 MXR Dyna Comp as I was learning how to play "Play For Today" by the Cure and the teacher (Anyone Can Play Guitar) used that one in the video
I try not to use a compressor much, but almost always just end up leaving it on all the time. I just like to have the built in sustain and apparent volume boost (due to the compressor evening out the frequencies), and find it less enjoyable to play without it on.
@@Haha-Jim I don't like the way a tubescreamer changes the alters the tone though, especially for a clean tone. I'll kick an overdrive on when I need even more boost, or for doing some heavy riffing, but in general I just prefer the sound and feel of a compressor.
I love compressors. I'll set all the parameters at their most intense for bass, and play moderately with a .60mm pick on brand new pro-steels, and let the compressor swell up the volume. I also use my compression pedals to layer in a clean or almost clean rhythm guitar in a place where it would normally be very distorted. Like a thrashy song with fast (NON-palm-muted) downstrokes a la Johnny Ramone, I'll quad-track with fuckload of distortion on the two main tracks, then record two secondary tracks with the amp set almost clean, but have the compression on and set to squash the signal. It creates a really cool dirty/clean textural thing, but without the sharp attack of the clean sound, allowing the two different tones to gel better in the mix. Damn, I typed way more than I meant to.....I really do love compression!
Explained perfectly thank you I don't really use pedals so when someone said "you need a compression pedal" I looked you up!! 🤘🤘🤘he was right I need one. Lol
Thank you i never realized what a limiter / compressor was for so i never bought one but then i bought a Zoom multi effect procesor which has compression in it. cool
Thanks for making all of these great videos for us if you ever come to Australia I would lobve to shout you a beer or two cheers Michael Thornton NSW Australia
I've learned a lot from your videos! I think it would be fun if somebody demonstrated many pedals in a row by using a ditto pedal as the output then just going along and turning on the paddles one by one or groups of them and just comparing many many pedals in a few minutes maybe it's a stupid idea I don't know all right peace happy new year
this is super helpful. thinking about getting a Dyna Comp. trying to decide if i want to put a Dimarzio Super Distortion in the bridge of my Les Paul or use the money to get a MXR Dyna Comp instead !
this is the best explanation of compression on RUclips. You make great video's.
+100 Great teacher.
THANKS DUDE!!!!!!!!
VERY HELPFUL!!!!!!!!
I remember thinking years ago this was the best and most important - clearest, explanation of compression I’d seen on the internet - it still is.
I agree, many thanks Phil!
when you slapped that tele like a bass I was astounded, that was fucking awesome
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I've been playing for 20+ years, and that's the best explanation of compression I've ever heard. I might have to get one now :D
Best no BS guitar related gear reviews and general info on You Tube. Thanks again for a very clear explanation, very helpful.
That was the best explanation of compression I've heard. Nicely done. Thank you for that.
I'm with you Sam... that was great.
Phil - you have some of the best guitar videos on RUclips. I look forward to each one and I like the no nonesense approach you take at providing information. Keep it up and keep helping us all rock out better.
I've been using compression for a long time and have heard it explained many ways. I was just browsing RUclips tonight and came across your explanation/tutorial video.... The "pebble in the water" illustration is one of the best explanations on compression I've ever heard. Well done.
One of the best youtubers on here for guitar info, love the videos Phil!
You've convinced me to pick up a Compressor now.
Finally, someone that could give me a straight answer to what a compression pedal does!
Phil you're awesome. This is the best video I've ever watched concerning compression. You explained it and demonstrated it PERFECTLY! Thank you.
Love how you simplify all these things and make it straight to the point. As everyone said, Pedal of the Week thi NH would be super cool!
Hey I'm just seeing this 4 years later and it's still a great help. Thanks dude!
I never really understood compression before, after watching this I feel like a world expert in it! Fantastic explanation and demonstration, thank you.
Thanks Phillip. I finally looked into the compressor, what it does, and why I would want one. I do. A fitting description and analogy. Sounds like a volume conditioner, similar to a power conditioner.
This is THE best explanation I've encountered of how a compression pedal works. Thanks so much.
I'm almost 4 minutes into the video but had to stop to comment... I love your explanation! Your analogy makes sense to me and I have a hard time finding that in videos. The musical terminology is lost on me and other videos use it way to much. Thanks for the video man! Will be checking out your other videos for sure!
Dude this has to be one of the best explained compressor vids !!!!
Thanks. Came here from 3 other videos including Rick Beatos. This is much MUCH clearer and helps me practically
Excellent thanks, all in simple, plain English. No showing off, just explanation. Thanks.
Wow that is definitely the best explanation of a compressor pedal I have ever seen or heard well done.
This guy is great at explaining it, and he talks fast enough to keep my attention.
Had the boss compression sustainer forever and never knew what it was. This solves everything!!! Can’t wait to use it! Thanks!
I really liked the video. It really helped me to understand how a Compression Pedal works and the more "hidden" aspects of it.
Great explanation. Not seen many talk about compression in terms of frequency. It’s usually solely explained in terms of volume. Well done that man.
One of the best explanations I’ve seen, and I’ve seen a bunch. Thanks!
This turned on the light bulb for me. Thank you for a brilliant explanation.
I'm a bass player ,I know most of your info is for guitar but I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS ....THANK YOU FOR YOUR HARD WORK
Beautifully informative, concise, articulate and even, dare I say it, poetic Phillip. Thank you for your outstanding content brother.
Great vid. I had no idea what a compression pedal did until watching this. I'm not a big pedal guy myself, but this is super cool.
That was awesome! Thought I knew what compression was, but found out I only knew half the story. Thx!
Thanks. What I love about your stuff is that you speak to the regular guy who happens to love guitars but doesn't necessarily know a ton about gear ect. I feel like your on the same level as most people who watch you if that makes sense.
Concise and accurate..The way demo vid"s should be done....Thanks for your very on point tutorial.....enjoyed.
Clearest explanation I’ve found on RUclips, thanks!
Thanks for the knowledge. I liked that it didn't seem rushed this week. Have a good weekend.
That was a fantastic explanation. The language was so easy to understand, the examples were perfect. Thank you.
Best compression explaination online. Thank you so much!
You have a gift for teaching. This was so helpful.
Hi Phil,
I'd just like to add to the listeners who say keep the lo-fi videos - you are so informative and expressive that a HD recording with all the bells, whistles and editing would just detract from the one-on-one nature of your info videos. It's like we're sitting opposite each other and you're giving the gift of your knowledge. I've been playing for 30+ years, and I know that it's the tiny, little things that matter; the half-idea that transforms one's thinking and playing; just sayin' don't ever change!!!
Absolutely brilliant information, for a man such as myself who is looking at purchasing a compression pedal.
Thanks !
This guy is a great teacher.
best explanation i can find on RUclips. thanks man
Thanks for another great and informative video. I've used compression before and I always liked the sound. It's nice to finally know why. Keep 'em comin'.
Great explanation! I definitely learned something new today. Thanks
Thank you! I'm an older guy who has seen it all - I know a lot but I'm always open to better explanations of music points. You do a great job of explaining things. Myself, I'm attempting to put together a basic pedal board - so far I have a Menatone RED SNAPPER overdrive which I really like and a TC Electronics Delay/Looper which I haven't played with much. I know I'm going to need a compression pedal - HERE'S MY PROBLEM - Phil, What MORE should I buy and put on my pedal setup??? Big question. I play mostly rock and blues - some jazz, some country. Maybe you have something on RUclips already??
I'm getting tired of your guitar collection. Sell them all or give them to me. I've been using compression with distortion since 1979... guys couldn't figure out how I got the sound. You are a good teacher Phil.
ahahaha love it
I always thought that compression was used to add more bass, because in EDM music production that's what it does but its different for guitar. Thanks for the clear explanation on that!
Great video - I like the explanation better than any I've heard
Thanks Phillips, I just subscribed to your channel. You just clarified a huge question I had about compression. God Bless, and happy new year..
great video I have had a compressor/sustainer for 20 years and have never touched it. Now I know what the thing is and what is does. Thanks I might be able to use it now
Dude your videos have such important info, thanks again!
Phenomenal video as always. I don't think I'll buy a compressor for years tbh I have to learn how to handle dynamics better on my own before I start using one
That was a great explanation! Funny, I took music theory classes, but couldn't really explain compression. I know Roger mcguinn used it for his 12 string to sound more sustained and even, and that it makes country guitar "pop", but this really clarified it.
That’s the best explanation I’ve heard yet.
Jesus christ this is great. I love the way you explain this type of pedal and all other pedals you talk about. Love your channel
Thank you!! This was explained really well and I understood the examples. I’ll watch more vids in the future!
Top bloke . Real and straight forward
Finally I understand compression to some degree. Thanks!
I like this guy. It upsets me that he has so few subscribers. His videos are pretty good and I always love the guitar wall behind him. Great job man.
Greqt video, good to see he's not doing badly on the subscriber count now!
This was such a great explanation, helped me understand right away thank you so much
That was an outstanding explanation and demonstration. A great help! Thanks
Excellent explanation, thank you Phillip. After all these years now I know :-)
Thank you so much for making this highly informative breakdown of the enigmatic compression pedal. Just for fun, I make and play cigar box guitars. I like to use a variety of mag pups to amplify the things. For amplifiers, I use a Roland Cube-15 and the marvelous Roland Micro-Cube, (no electric CBG player should be without a trusty Roland Micro-Cube). I have a few effects pedals, (overdrive, fuzz, chorus and delay).
The hard/tone wood neck through body construction, gives a colossal natural sustain to my CBGs. They do have a tendency to be overly bassy though; even with the pup in the bridge position. That's great for the Blues but even that needs a bit of taming. I think a compression pedal would control the bass and help even things out. It's certainly something I'm going to seriously look into. Again, many thanks for the information.
This is really well explained. Thanks from England.
I've wondered what compression was until this vid. Thx. Definitely gonna buy a compressor in the near future
superb explanation - all this guy's videos are superb - very helpful
Can't believe nobody said anything about that fierce bass slapping demonstration on guitar. Mad skills man. Subscribed
This is unbelievably useful.
he knows how to really explain... well done sir
the best explanation i've ever heard. i was looking for the other "explained" videos on your channel, but it seems like there's only this one? i bought the compression pedal immediately after watching this video 😂 MXR Dyna Comp as I was learning how to play "Play For Today" by the Cure and the teacher (Anyone Can Play Guitar) used that one in the video
Thank you for this excellent compression pedal explanation!
I try not to use a compressor much, but almost always just end up leaving it on all the time. I just like to have the built in sustain and apparent volume boost (due to the compressor evening out the frequencies), and find it less enjoyable to play without it on.
@@Haha-Jim I don't like the way a tubescreamer changes the alters the tone though, especially for a clean tone. I'll kick an overdrive on when I need even more boost, or for doing some heavy riffing, but in general I just prefer the sound and feel of a compressor.
good video great teacher great player
Great video man. Informative. I love the sound of a compressor but I never really knew what the they did.
Thank you for this easy to understand explanation!
Thanks! Very clear explanation . Getting into Country, and that was first pedal recommended 👍
Great explanation, now I finally get it. Thanks!
Finally....Compression explained!
Well I learnt something today. Thanks for the explanation.
fantastic work mate, i am new to guitar and wanted an awesome explanation on what the sustainer does. Cheers mate! Subscribed!
Great video. Thanks much. Now I have to try and figure which compressor is the best. Because I may need one.
Thanks so much from me and the guys on Craigslist selling a Compression pedal
I love compressors. I'll set all the parameters at their most intense for bass, and play moderately with a .60mm pick on brand new pro-steels, and let the compressor swell up the volume. I also use my compression pedals to layer in a clean or almost clean rhythm guitar in a place where it would normally be very distorted. Like a thrashy song with fast (NON-palm-muted) downstrokes a la Johnny Ramone, I'll quad-track with fuckload of distortion on the two main tracks, then record two secondary tracks with the amp set almost clean, but have the compression on and set to squash the signal. It creates a really cool dirty/clean textural thing, but without the sharp attack of the clean sound, allowing the two different tones to gel better in the mix. Damn, I typed way more than I meant to.....I really do love compression!
This is very helpful. I could not figure out compression pedals!
Thanks, Phil! Great information about compression! 😊👍👍🎸🎶
Damn that was a spot on explanation. Very easy to follow!
Explained perfectly thank you I don't really use pedals so when someone said "you need a compression pedal" I looked you up!! 🤘🤘🤘he was right I need one. Lol
Awesome as always Phil🤘🏼
Thanks man! Very informative and enlightening !!
Thank you!!!! Perfect breakdown!
Thanks for the explanation. It was very helpful
Thank you very much for the beautiful explanation.
Very good video. Commenting to feed the RUclips algorithm.
Thank you for this video this has helps a lot
Thank you i never realized what a limiter / compressor was for so i never bought one but then i bought a Zoom multi effect procesor which has compression in it. cool
Thanks for making all of these great videos for us if you ever come to Australia I would lobve to shout you a beer or two cheers Michael Thornton NSW Australia
I've learned a lot from your videos! I think it would be fun if somebody demonstrated many pedals in a row by using a ditto pedal as the output then just going along and turning on the paddles one by one or groups of them and just comparing many many pedals in a few minutes maybe it's a stupid idea I don't know all right peace happy new year
thanks for that explanation, best on you tube. hi from Scotland.
So in a nutshell Keep up the good work. Thanks
this is super helpful. thinking about getting a Dyna Comp. trying to decide if i want to put a Dimarzio Super Distortion in the bridge of my Les Paul or use the money to get a MXR Dyna Comp instead !