The Max Preamp & Dual Compressor is the result of our perpetual quest for sonic authenticity. It is based on the famous dual-engine UAFX processor, which gives you the original sound of three limiters and a legendary tube preamp at your fingertips. Get the classic compression effects of the Teletronix LA-2A, UA 1176, and Dyna Comp* in a single pedal

Harness the grain and character of UA’s legendary 610 tube preamp

Combine compressors freely to expand your palette of tones and textures

Adjust the preamp’s EQ, configure the pedal in series or parallel, filter low end in the sidechain circuit, and enjoy more with the UAFX Control app

Discover the iconic sound of the UA 1176 compressor

Discover the iconic sound of the UA 1176 compressor

From the imagination of UA founder Bill Putnam to your pedalboard, the Max brings the same FET compressor that’s been powering iconic guitar takes in the studio for decades. Use it to make your funk a little funkier, add expressive sustain, or subtly vary your tone.

Get Warm Tube Compression with the Teletronix LA-2A

Get Warm Tube Compression with the Teletronix LA-2A

This legendary tube optical limiter gives you smoother, warmer dynamics than the 1176. Plus, you can fine-tune the compression with the pedal’s exclusive Ratio control, limiting the signal further than hardware processors and UAD plug-ins can.

Shape Dirty Funky Tones with the Classic MXR Dyna Comp*

Shape Dirty Funky Tones with the Classic MXR Dyna Comp*

Crush and dirty your tone with this iconic red pedal. Whether you’re looking for lo-fi compression or funky overdrive, it’s perfect for when you want your slides to be anything but clean.

Add the legendary UA 610 tube preamp to your arsenal

Add the legendary UA 610 tube preamp to your arsenal

Recapture the warmth and character of UA’s legendary tube preamp and EQ, and craft breathtaking tones with precise adjustments to harmonics and distortion.

Combine compressors for standout tones

Combine compressors for standout tones

With the Max, you can easily layer compressors to your heart’s content to produce a wide variety of tones and textures, making them stand out from the mix no matter how much compression you apply.