Great episode. Strat-style guitars seem to take to compression especially well. Maybe because the neck pickup puts out a square-ish sound wave and compression can 'square-ify' the wave a bit more. Really enjoying this series. Thanks.
I’m using an xotic sp compressor in a soul band. I was having issues getting the tone right and that helped a ton. I use the latest version of the walrus audio compressor on my post rock board.
Had an Xotic SP years ago, but even if it has a blend knob, it was noisier and more difficult to dial in subtle compressed tones compared to the Deep Six. Tone was really great, just not as subtle as I wanted it to be. Was that just me or is this also your experience with it?
Always had a compressor on my board, currently a long-serving EHX Soul Preacher. They also work well as a solo-boost for sustain and punching through a band mix.
Thanks for this video Antoine! Compressors are such a great and underrated effect in your chain. Very nice and practical explanation. I also have the Deep Six.
The Byrds, specifically Roger McGuinn, used heavy compression. He even added a compressor into his Rickenbacker 360/12. I don’t own a compressor but may try one for that Byrds sound.
I have the same Walrus compression pedal. I have to say that I don’t often use it because it does increase the noise quite a bit I have found. But I’m gong to try changing my settings as you’ve shown. Can you tell me where in the signal chain you would put it? I assume at the very front end before overdrives, delays and reverb?
I'm so used to hearing your amazing ambient guitar, that the country licks just blow my mind.
Great episode. Strat-style guitars seem to take to compression especially well. Maybe because the neck pickup puts out a square-ish sound wave and compression can 'square-ify' the wave a bit more. Really enjoying this series. Thanks.
Great lesson Antoine. Thanks for a solid explanation of what a compressor pedal does.
I’m using an xotic sp compressor in a soul band. I was having issues getting the tone right and that helped a ton. I use the latest version of the walrus audio compressor on my post rock board.
Had an Xotic SP years ago, but even if it has a blend knob, it was noisier and more difficult to dial in subtle compressed tones compared to the Deep Six. Tone was really great, just not as subtle as I wanted it to be. Was that just me or is this also your experience with it?
Always had a compressor on my board, currently a long-serving EHX Soul Preacher. They also work well as a solo-boost for sustain and punching through a band mix.
Good morning! Thanks so much! Great explanation.
This is perfect timing! I have a pedal I haven't even plugged in yet!
Thanks for this video Antoine! Compressors are such a great and underrated effect in your chain. Very nice and practical explanation. I also have the Deep Six.
Awesome, thank you for sharing. Will def try this on my comp pedal!
Stellar addition to your ambient knowledge☀
I have a Deep Six, too. It’s always on, and with those same settings at 5:25.
I’m kind of a sloppy player, so it really helps.
This was great !!! Thanks Antoine
My pleasure 😊
The Byrds, specifically Roger McGuinn, used heavy compression. He even added a compressor into his Rickenbacker 360/12.
I don’t own a compressor but may try one for that Byrds sound.
I have the same Walrus compression pedal. I have to say that I don’t often use it because it does increase the noise quite a bit I have found. But I’m gong to try changing my settings as you’ve shown. Can you tell me where in the signal chain you would put it? I assume at the very front end before overdrives, delays and reverb?
is the compressor before or after reverb in example?
I always put it before, at the beginning of the chain, right after the tuner.
To be honest, i hear better tone without compressor