Steambass
Bass compressor tuned for low frequencies, Auto/Manual modes, Threshold/Ratio/Attack/Release—9V, true bypass.
The Steambass adapts the Steam compressor specifically for bass guitar's lower frequency spectrum, addressing the fundamental challenge that guitar compressors often create unmusical pumping or diminish bass fundamentals when applied to bass. Tuned specifically for lower frequencies, the circuit ensures compression doesn't pump or lose crucial fundamental frequencies that define bass guitar's physical presence and musical role. Fully analog, highly versatile design provides complete dynamics control.
Controls include Threshold, Ratio, Attack, Release, Detail (dynamic nuance), and Gain (output). Auto/Manual switch offers two modes: Auto analyzes bass signal and automatically adjusts Attack/Release timing for musical compression without manual tweaking, Manual provides complete control for specific compression characteristics. Flexible compression ranges from subtle transparent dynamics control (gentle ratio, slower attack preserving transients) to aggressive punchy tones (high ratio, fast attack for consistent level and sustain).
Hardwire true bypass, 9V DC center-negative power. Dimensions and current draw match Steam specifications. The Steambass targets bassists seeking professional compression without the pumping artifacts and fundamental loss typical when using guitar compressors on bass, suitable for funk (even dynamics for slap technique), rock (consistent fingerstyle), and studio recording where controlled bass dynamics enhance mix integration.
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