{"id":917,"date":"2018-08-05T22:39:17","date_gmt":"2018-08-05T22:39:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sustainpunch.com\/?p=917"},"modified":"2021-07-09T18:55:42","modified_gmt":"2021-07-09T23:55:42","slug":"bass-compressor-pedals","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sustainpunch.com\/new\/bass-compressor-pedals\/","title":{"rendered":"Bass Compressor Pedals – 8 Best Compression Pedals for Bass (2021 Review)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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In this article, we’re going to discussing what are the best bass compressor pedals that exist in 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, before we jump straight into talking about each of the processing pedals, let’s briefly touch on what exactly a bass compressor pedal is, the different types, and how it works.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let’s get to it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is a Bass Compressor Pedal?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Bass compressor pedals are effects processors that reduce the dynamic range of the input signal, meaning that the natural dynamic inconsistencies that are apparent in any bassist’s playing are reduced. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A bass compression pedal is useful for both live performances and within a recording studio environment<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Analog vs Digital Bass Compression Pedals<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Bass compressor pedals have traditionally used analog circuitry, and whilst most still do, as it provides a very natural sounding compression, the advancements in digital audio emulation have been exemplary, and therefore some pedals such as the Boss BC-1X actually uses digital circuitry as it’s known to reduce static noise that is caused by the analog circuitry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, for some, this noise creates a depth to the sound and adds character. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I advise that you take a look and listen to all of the video demonstrations that we’ve supplied following each processor review.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Does a Bass Compressor Pedal Do?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As we\u2019ve previously discussed, a compressor pedal for bass guitars will help limit the dynamic range of the input signal, outputting a more limited signal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The outputted signal is determined by a number of settings on the interface itself, which the user can adjust accordingly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Their settings usually specify the upper and lower dB range of inputted signals to which if this is surpassed, the signal will either be boosted (if it’s lower than a certain dB level) or limited (if it’s louder than a certain dB level).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The style of music played will also play an important factor in determining the level of compression applied, with styles such as Pop\/Rock being renowned for over-compressing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These bass compression processors are usually used alongside other bass effects pedals, i.e bass octave pedals<\/a>, and bass preamp pedals<\/a>, but are placed further along in the signal path, to compress the overall signal after all other effects have been introduced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When to Use a Bass Guitar Compressor Pedal<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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These pedals are typically used within a live performance setting, allowing a band to gain a balanced sound, with all instruments using compressors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although these processors can be used within a recording studio<\/a>, they are usually not, since every studio will have rack-mountable compression units which provide ultra high-quality signal compression, suitable for most instruments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As always, we’ve arranged the list of processors based on price, in ascending order<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So without further ado, what are the best compressor pedals for bass in 2020?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Best Bass Compression Pedals<\/h2>\n