T-Rex: COMP-NOVA Compressor

http://www.t-rex-effects.com

The Comp-Nova compressor is a classy and simple to use device that will give you a little sustain, a little sparkle, no tone-suck and a lot of sonic 'even-ness' when you want it. I find it a really positive influence on my clean sounds and the 3dB boost available by maxing the LEVEL knob makes it a great line driver as well. Its sound is very transparent and, basically, the Comp-Nova lives well up to the high standard that you would expect from T-Rex Engineering. Another great pedal in their esteemed line.

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[foreverjimmy]

This or MXR Dyna Compressor ?

[Burgerman666]

@foreverjimmy I'm sorry but I haven't tried the Dyna so I can't comment.

Anyone else?

[Mrbluesy1]

Hi Brett, which of the C-N or Squeezer is better in your view? Thanks and great demos by the way.

[Burgerman666]

@Mrbluesy1 They're both above average IMO, but the Comp-Nova would be my first choice for guitar because it's easy to use, has a degree of extra volume on tap if you need and doesn't muck with your tone. The Squeezer is more for the tweaker and is really aimed at bass players although it does a stellar job with guitar as well.

[jacksparks11]

Hi Brett, thanks for an informative demo (as always). I'm looking at compressors at the moment as I love that country pickin', so what's your view of the T Rex compared to the Farndurk Burgs? Both sound great to me! Any difference in playing "feel" as you mention in the clip? Thanks!

[Burgerman666]

Hi Jack, thanks for watching. The Burgs is a different circuit and does a have a different feel. The C-N is actually more open and dynamic, something that may be preferred by many. I like both (but I would say that!) so I'll be experimenting over the coming weeks to see which gets the precious board real estate. :)

[JWDalsager]

@Burgerman666

It would depend heavily on your purpose. I'd say the T-Rex is better for rythm/strumming, where the MXR is better for individual picking.

[EarthSuburb]

@CJsoccer4

Rothwell ... (ask B.Gibbons !!!), the Rothwell is even slightly better than the Keeley (a bit more transparent).

The Keeley C4, on the other hand can be used with absolutely ANYTHING you could want to record, this is also an excellent all purpose studio compressor.

The Rothwell is more for the guitar only.

[rmoraespinto]

A "boutique" pedal made in Taiwan!

[CJsoccer4]

@MannyVanHalen which do you think is better?

[MannyVanHalen]

@CJsoccer4 Yes! this (T-REX COMP-NOVA) vs Rothwell love squeeze compressor!! no longer need the answer though...

[CJsoccer4]

@MannyVanHalen rothwell love squeeze or t rex comp nova?????????????

[yobhsiFehT]

@foreverjimmy

watch?v=ZIPcwf9pAgo

... ~shrug~ :)

This one has more control, and I'm assuming from the price tags, that this one would be quieter and more transparent. I, for one, am looking to go more the Dyna-Comp route b/c they seem to have their own distinct compression sound which I think is kinda cool in its own way... tho I would probably have it modded to be a bit cleaner-sounding.

Best of luck!

[MannyVanHalen]

I got a good one...this or the rothwell love squeeze ?

[PaisleyFan7]

@foreverjimmy try the mxr super comp