Strymon Compadre Dual Voice Compressor Boost

Your Dream Tone Starts Here.

Start your signal chain with the best possible version of your guitar tone. Treat your guitar signal to true studio quality analog compression with two distinct voices for smooth transparency or vintage squeeze. Hit the Boost switch to add clean boost or soft-clipped dirty boost, with the EQ curve of your choice. Mix in some dry signal for natural attack even with extreme compression settings. Feel the perfectly tailored dynamic response, feeding your amp and effects just what they need to sound their best.’

Your Everything Upgrade.

From pickups, tubes, capacitors, to speaker cabinets—the aspects of a rig that can be upgraded or changed are nearly endless. Plug in Compadre and you may find you already have everything you need for the tone you’ve been seeking.

Bring out your amp’s character in ways you never thought possible. Compadre’s Class A JFET input circuit, studio quality analog compression, and musically voiced analog boost circuits all work together to make your amp sound like it was just modified by a world-class boutique amp designer.

Super Flexible, Super Easy.
Compadre gives you everything you need to shape your front end tone, and nothing to slow you down. Auto makeup gain and auto threshold mean that all you have to do is turn up the Compression knob to dial in the desired amount. Compadre’s wide variety of tone shaping features are all designed to easily sound great across a wide variety of settings.

Two Distinct Analog Compression Circuits.
Choose between two compression circuits, each with its own unique character. Studio mode gives you the smooth, beautifully transparent compression typically found in the best vintage studio rack units. For a harder compression effect typical of classic guitar pedals, Compadre’s Squeeze mode is designed to deliver heavy compression with maximum sustain.

Boost the Sweet Spot, Clean or Dirty.
Compadre gives you two distinct analog boost circuits: a clean boost, and a dirty boost that introduces soft clipping, characteristic of an overdrive pedal. The selectable boost EQ ensures the perfect compliment to any guitar and amp combination. Add sparkle and shine with a treble boost, fatten your tone with the midrange boost, or level up the full frequency range with flat mode.

For musicians and tone enthusiasts seeking unparalleled control over their sound dynamics, the Strymon Compadre Dual Voice Compressor Boost offers a sophisticated solution that truly elevates your performance. Whether you’re aiming to smooth out your guitar’s attack, add sustain, or inject a clean boost without sacrificing tonal clarity, this pedal is engineered to meet the demands of both studio professionals and live performers. Its unique dual voice compressor design coupled with a dedicated boost function gives you versatile tonal shaping options that can seamlessly adapt to any playing style or genre.

One of the standout features of the Compadre is its analog VCA compression paired with digital control. This means you get the warm, natural compression characteristic of analog circuits, which preserves the integrity and subtle nuances of your instrument’s tone, while benefiting from the precision and flexibility that digital control provides. You can dial in your compression settings with accuracy and consistency, ensuring your sound remains polished and professional at all times. The dual compressor voices allow you to switch between different compression characteristics, offering everything from transparent leveling to more pronounced, vintage-style squash, giving you creative freedom to sculpt your dynamics exactly how you want them.

In addition to compression, the Compadre includes a dedicated boost circuit that provides a clean, powerful volume increase. This boost is ideal for pushing your amp into natural overdrive or making your solos stand out in the mix without altering your fundamental tone. Unlike many boost pedals that color your sound, the Compadre’s boost maintains clarity and definition, allowing your playing to shine through. The pedal also features a 1/4″ TRS input for volume expression control, giving you real-time dynamic control over your signal, which is perfect for swells or nuanced volume adjustments during performance.

Designed with practical use in mind, the Compadre offers both true bypass and buffered bypass switching. This means you can preserve your tone when the pedal is off, or engage a buffered signal path if you need to maintain signal strength over long cable runs or through complex pedalboards. The pedal is conveniently powered by a standard 9 V DC power supply (sold separately) and consumes a modest 150 mA, making it compatible with most pedalboard power setups. Its compact dimensions—4 inches wide, 4.5 inches deep, and 1.75 inches high—ensure it fits comfortably on any pedalboard without taking up excessive space.

The inclusion of MIDI I/O via a 1/4″ TRS jack (with a MIDI EXP cable required) opens up advanced control possibilities, allowing you to integrate the Compadre with your broader MIDI rig. This feature is particularly valuable for studio professionals and live performers who want to automate compression and boost settings as part of their signal chain, enabling seamless transitions and consistent sound across different songs or sections.

Whether you are a guitarist looking to add professional-grade compression and boost capabilities to your rig, or a recording artist seeking a pedal that can handle delicate dynamic control with ease, the Strymon Compadre delivers exceptional performance and reliability. Its combination of analog warmth, digital precision, and versatile features makes it a powerful tool for anyone serious about tone. Priced competitively at ₹30,990 during the sale, down from ₹34,500, it offers excellent value for a high-quality pedal that will enhance your sound for years to come.

Investing in the Strymon Compadre Dual Voice Compressor Boost means you’re choosing a pedal that not only meets but exceeds the demands of modern musicianship. With its rich tonal options, intuitive controls, and robust build quality, it empowers you to achieve your perfect sound effortlessly and confidently, whether on stage or in the studio.