Compressor Pedal

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Compressor Pedal

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I recently replaced my amp, and I'm noticing more feedback than I had before. I've been doing some research on a compressor pedal to put at the beginning of my chain to clear this up. I've taken a liking to the Philosopher's tone. I was wondering if anyone has experience with this pedal or any other that they couldn't live without. THanks :hug:

*Edit* Would like to keep it to under 250
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Don't compressors usually add noise? That's been my experience at least :idk:
Is the amp extra noisy with pedals in the chain or just guitar>amp?
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Gunner Recall wrote:Don't compressors usually add noise? That's been my experience at least :idk:
Is the amp extra noisy with pedals in the chain or just guitar>amp?

Yes, they can at times. If you look at what they actually do it makes sense.
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Gunner Recall wrote:Don't compressors usually add noise? That's been my experience at least :idk:
Is the amp extra noisy with pedals in the chain or just guitar>amp?


I don't want to suppress the noise, I want more control over the feedback, which is when my pedals are active. Compressors can add noise, however, they can offer control over how much or little you want.
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Well it depends on if you mind the compressore coloring your tone. From what I've hear the philosphers tone colors your tone a bit. If you want transparent you can never go wrong with a keely compressor. I'm personally waiting for the cheaper mad professor forrest green compressor to come out.
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