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Description

The Philosopher’s Tone is a studio‑grade optical compressor designed to deliver smooth, noiseless sustain while preserving the natural attack and dynamics of your instrument. Its signature parallel Blend control allows you to mix your clean signal back in with the compressed tone, maintaining clarity and articulation even at higher sustain settings. This makes it especially effective for players who want transparent compression without sacrificing feel.

An internal 18V power rail provides exceptional headroom, ensuring clean performance with hot pickups and line‑level signals. A Treble control offers precise frequency shaping at 2kHz, allowing subtle tonal refinement to suit a wide range of guitars and playing styles. The result is a musical, touch‑responsive compressor equally at home on pedalboards, in studios, or on stage.

Item Details

Item Shown: Philosopher’s Tone Compressor Pedal
Model #: PTM
Box/Case: NOT INCLUDED

Product Specs Body

• Compact metal stompbox enclosure
• Durable construction for stage and studio use
• Pedalboard‑friendly footprint

Electronics

• Pedal Type: Optical Compressor / Sustainer
• Circuitry: Analog
• Bypass: True Bypass
• Controls:
– Volume
– Sustain
– Treble
– Blend
• Internal Voltage: 18V power rails for increased headroom
• Inputs: 1 × 1/4"
• Outputs: 1 × 1/4"

Miscellaneous

• Power Source: 9V DC (center‑negative) Not Included
• Current Draw: 100mA
• Input Impedance: High
• Output Impedance: 150 ohms
• Dimensions: 3.75" W × 1.5" D × 1.75" H
• Weight: 0.5 lbs
• Manufacturer Part Number: PTM

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