Suitable compression for my Ricks?

[faustus]

MXR Dyna Comp is often mentioned, so i bought one. But i am not fully pleased with the "seasick" feeling it leaves behind, and it also cuts a lot of the high frequencies. Any suggestions?

[Scastles]

Might look into the Janglebox. Very pleased with the one I've had for three of four years now.

http://www.janglebox.com

BTW, welcome to the forum.

[Dave12]

+1 on the Janglebox... very clean sustain!

[faustus]

Janglebox seems nice, a bit pricey though... Maybe a treble-booster would solve the case?

[Folkie]

By all means, invest in an original Janglebox or the new JB2. My JB2 just arrived and it blows away all the other compressors I've tried. The MXR Dynacomp was just too dirty for me, the Boss CS-3 was unremarkable (and very noisy) and the Keeley (which costs the same as the original Janglebox) did nothing for me. The JB2 is totally quiet (not a hint of hum or hiss) and when you turn it on, it literally transforms the guitar sound. Unlike the original Janglebox, it takes a standard adapter, like a One Spot. If you're looking for the ultimate Rickenbacker 12-string tone, you simply can't do better. I guess you get what you pay for!

[faustus]

By all means, invest in an original Janglebox or the new JB2. My JB2 just arrived and it blows away all the other compressors I've tried. The MXR Dynacomp was just too dirty for me, the Boss CS-3 was unremarkable (and very noisy) and the Keeley (which costs the same as the original Janglebox) did nothing for me. The JB2 is totally quiet (not a hint of hum or hiss) and when you turn it on, it literally transforms the guitar sound. Unlike the original Janglebox, it takes a standard adapter, like a One Spot. If you're looking for the ultimate Rickenbacker 12-string tone, you simply can't do better. I guess you get what you pay for!

Sounds like i have to give it a try! If i could find one.

[Folkie]

Faustus,

It's very difficult to find stores here that carry the Janglebox pedals, and I imagine it's even harder in your part of the world. I ordered mine directly from Steve Lasko, who runs the company. You can check out their website, including sound clips, at www.janglebox.com. The best way to reach Steve by e-mail is at: [email protected].

The original model goes for $225 plus shipping, and there is a six week wait. But the more versatile JB2's (which cost only $50 more) are in stock and ready for shipping. When you figure in the cost of a pin-positive adapter to go with the original (the JB2 takes a standard adapter) you're only looking at a $25 difference between the two models.

You should be aware that either pedal has a 48 hour return policy. Steve explained to me that this is intended to discourage recording studios from using a Janglebox for a single project and then returning it. I sent Steve an e-mail explaining that I would need longer to try out the pedal with my gear and he agreed to give me a ten day grace period. Within an hour of use, I knew the pedal was a keeper.

I really think the JB2 really runs circles around the other compressors I've tried. Please let me know if you have any other questions, and good luck in your search for the right compressor!

Robert

[faustus]

Faustus,

It's very difficult to find stores here that carry the Janglebox pedals, and I imagine it's even harder in your part of the world. I ordered mine directly from Steve Lasko, who runs the company. You can check out their website, including sound clips, at http://www.janglebox.com. The best way to reach Steve by e-mail is at: [email protected].

The original model goes for $225 plus shipping, and there is a six week wait. But the more versatile JB2's (which cost only $50 more) are in stock and ready for shipping. When you figure in the cost of a pin-positive adapter to go with the original (the JB2 takes a standard adapter) you're only looking at a $25 difference between the two models.

You should be aware that either pedal has a 48 hour return policy. Steve explained to me that this is intended to discourage recording studios from using a Janglebox for a single project and then returning it. I sent Steve an e-mail explaining that I would need longer to try out the pedal with my gear and he agreed to give me a ten day grace period. Within an hour of use, I knew the pedal was a keeper.

I really think the JB2 really runs circles around the other compressors I've tried. Please let me know if you have any other questions, and good luck in your search for the right compressor!

Robert

Thanks for the info Robert. I'll look into that JB2 for sure!

[johnnysain]

I'm waiting for this thing to become available......

http://www.music123.com/Markbass-COMPRE ... 1.Music123

[8mileshigher]

Also, check the RRF Marketplace "For Sale" section here or the "Second Strum" thread for Jangleboxes or other Compressors that might be available.

There are several Threads here, spread out amongst several sections of the RRF where folks have evaluated and compared Compressors.... the Quest for Tone thread, this Guitars thread you are on, etc. You can run a Search....

[faustus]

Also, check the RRF Marketplace "For Sale" section here or the "Second Strum" thread for Jangleboxes or other Compressors that might be available.

There are several Threads here, spread out amongst several sections of the RRF where folks have evaluated and compared Compressors.... the Quest for Tone thread, this Guitars thread you are on, etc. You can run a Search....

Seems i have no access to the sell section yet...

"The Quest for Tone" that is a good headline, or "The Quest of a Lifetime". Next mission: to nail a sweet compression.

[admin]

Jimmy: You should have access to the Rickenbacker Marketplace. I will let Gil know of this difficulty.

[xpitt]

Seems i have no access to the sell section yet...

Contact the admin, the access to the marketplace should be possible with 30 posts. Access rules have been changed just recently, maybe your account hasn't been updated yet.

Edit : uups, noticed already !

[gibsonlp]

Jimmy, what do you see when you access the marketplace section?
Please go to viewforum.php?f=67 and tell me which forums do you see.

[faustus]

I think i see it all! But i read this post a while ago:

"Just a quick note to inform RRF visitors that new members will required 100 posts before gaining access to all RRF Forums under the Marketplace grouping."

Did not know about the changes.