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Highpoint Analog Optical Compressor

Highpoint Analog Optical Compressor
COMPRESSOR
Description
The Walrus Audio Highpoint is an all-analog optical compressor designed to provide studio-grade dynamic control in a pedal format. It features a comprehensive control set including Threshold, Ratio, Attack, Release, Output, and Makeup Gain, alongside a Blend knob for parallel compression. The circuit operates on internal ±15VDC rails to ensure high headroom and clarity even under heavy compression settings. A notable feature is the 10-LED VU meter, which allows users to monitor input levels, output levels, or gain reduction in real time. Additionally, a selectable sidechain high-pass filter at 160Hz prevents low frequencies from over-triggering the effect, preserving low-end definition for bass or extended-range guitars. The pedal serves as a high-fidelity successor to the company's previous optical designs, offering enhanced precision and visual feedback.
Media
Videos
Demo by Demos in the Dark (EN)
Demo by The Studio Rats (EN)
Reviews

Review by Premier Guitar (EN)

External Link

Review by Gear News (EN)

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Technical data
Width
000.00 mm
Depth
000.00 mm
Height
000.00 mm
Weight
000.00 mm
Circuit type
analog
Voltage
9V DC, center negative
Current
500mA
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