CompIQ MINI ONE Pro Compressor Pedal for Guitar & Bass
CompIQ MINI ONE Pro Compressor is the simpler interfaced analog processor in the CompIQ series of compressors. It is aimed at the “set-and-forget” type of users, which seek simplicity in operation and studio-level sound quality. Designed with bass and guitar in mind, it is excellent with any other instrument, and also with vocals – with an appropriate microphone pre-amp.
No matter how you set it, the Mini One is a fine little box that does a lot of work, adding a professional sheen to your live and studio tone while freeing up pedalboard space and offering set-it-and-forget-it operation.
There’s not much to say about the CompIQ Mini One that we haven’t already said about Becos’s other compressors. Simplified but as brilliant as ever, this is as good as mini compressor pedals get.
The Mini One is a great little compressor that functions well and still includes a five LED gain reduction meter and parallel compression. A remarkable little tool.
The MINI ONE compressor pedal is the missing ingredient for simple and accurate dynamic processing. It helps improving playability, providing clarity and musical definition without clouding the instrument’s tone.
The simplified studio-grade mini compressor pedal
CompIQ MINI ONE Pro Compressor is the simpler interfaced compressor in the CompIQ series. It is aimed at the set-and-forget type of users, which seek simplicity in operation. The MINI ONE is featuring the same core sonic technology as its bigger brothers, being built around the top-class 4320 THAT Analog Engine®. At the heart of processing, a true RMS-level detector measures the input signal and applies accurate feed-forward compression through a transparent sounding, high-performance Blackmer® VCA.
The CompIQ MINI ONE features controls for Ratio, Gain, and Dry/Wet Mix, alongside a Sense threshold switch with two preset levels. This gives the user the flexibility to adapt the compressor to different instruments or attain different levels of processing.
The compressor’s Side-Chain Processing presents a non-linear, high-pass characteristic above 1KHz, which balances the potential trigger-difference between the energy of low and high frequency. Such a feature is usually available only in high-end studio compressors, and it is intended for a natural effect application even on higher compression ratios. You can read more about this feature in the CompIQ 101 section of this page.
Simplified but as brilliant as ever, this is as good as mini compressor pedals get.
Dynamic Auto Attack & Release Timing circuitry replaces the need for a dedicated attack switch or manual attack and release controls, rendering perfect timings for any playing style. The timing is set for fast attack and slower release but it is also program-dependent – fast transients are released faster, while steady signals decay slower. On average, the release time is 10-15 times the attack time. Regardless of the playing style, the dynamic auto timing of the compressor will always sound great because it’s adapting to the input signal envelope.
The Becos CompIQ Mini One brings simplicity to the game, with just four controls. It also has an LED display for the gain reduction, rare in this price class.
The amount of compression is indicated by a responsive 5-LED display for visual feedback over how much the signal is reduced while compression takes place. The True-Bypass routing leaves the bass or guitar signal chain untouched when the pedal is not engaged, even if it’s not powered.
All analog, accurate, transparent compression
CompIQ MINI ONE Pro Compressor was designed with guitar and bass in mind but make no mistake, it can add dynamic feeling to any audio signal, including vocals – with an appropriate preamp. We think it may also be among the best mini guitar and bass compressor effect pedals. Many instruments can benefit from the CompIQ series of compressor’s qualities: electric guitar & bass, electric acoustic guitar & bass, electric string instruments, harmonica, brass instruments, synthesizers, etc.
In many ways the Becos Mini One Pro has a lot in common with the Keeley. Becos trades a Threshold dial for a push button and internal trimmer. But you also get a 5 LED gain reduction media that is far superior to the Keeley Bassist’s single LED. The Becos also adds the comprehensive Dry/Wet signal dial. The Becos is also smaller. Both have an inherent transparent quality.
Pristine audio processing
The CompIQ series of compressors is not gonna alter the magic voice of your instrument. They preserve the original guitar or bass tone while providing unobstructed, pristine audio compression. The high dynamic range of these compressors allows for natural-sounding clean tones and low noise, artifact-free audio processing without the distortions usually introduced by optical compressors.
Key features
- True analog bypass
- Blackmer® VCA analog compressor
- True RMS-level detector
- Ratio 1:1 – inf:1
- Sense Threshold Switch Presets: Low -40dB; High -30dB
- Make-up Gain -6dB to +20dB
- Hard compression knee
- Program dependent Dynamic Auto Timing (Fast Attack / Slower Release, with an immediate release for transients and hold for steady signals)
- Non-linear, easy-slope, high-pass side-chain processing above 1KHz
- Dry/Wet mix
- 5-LED’s compression display
- Hi-quality FET audio IC, low tolerance parts & WIMA audio capacitors
- MINI-sized, black powdered, genuine aluminum Hammond enclosure
- 9-12 V DC external power supply (not included), center negative, 12mm long barrel plug
- 3-years warranty (direct to manufacturer, international, transferable)
More info
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Weight | 0,3 kg |
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Dimensions | 9,2 × 3,7 × 5,5 cm |
Technical Specifications | Input impedance: 1MΩ |