Origin Effects Cali76 Mk2 Bass Compressor Pedal Overview
The Cali76 Bass Compressor is a studio-grade compressor pedal inspired by the worldfamous Urei 1176 studio compressor, heard on many of the greatest studio recordings since the 1960s. The Cali76 Bass Compressor uses uncompromising all-analogue circuitry to make these distinctive, ultra-fast FET compression tones available to modern bassists.
Features and Specifications
The latest iteration in Origin Effects’ esteemed Cali76 compressor series, the Cali76 FET Compressor and Bass Compressor boast comprehensive studio-style controls. They include a DRY knob for parallel compression and an enhanced sidechain, mirroring the response of the sought-after “large format” Cali76 that propelled Origin Effects to prominence in 2012. The Cali76 Bass Compressor additionally incorporates an HPF control to enhance low-end clarity and preserve natural dynamics on lower strings.
Featuring a 10-LED gain reduction meter, these pedals offer pedalboard-friendly enclosures and exceptional headroom due to internally increased voltage. They represent over a decade of expertise in crafting premier compressor pedals.
Key Features
- All-analogue signal path
- Ultra-fast FET compression
- 1176®-inspired circuitry
- Dedicated Attack, Release, and Ratio controls
- Sidechain HPF control (Bass Compressor)
- Dry Blend control for parallel compression
- 10-LED bar graph gain reduction meter
- Internally increased voltage to 24V for high headroom
- Optimized for guitar, compatible with line-level signals
- Enhanced dynamic response akin to “large format” Cali76
- Ultra-high input impedance
- High-quality buffered bypass
- Premium components used throughout
- Designed and manufactured in England
