{"product_id":"solodallas-compandrive-65-studio-grade-companding-overdrive","title":"Solodallas | CompanDrive 65 | Studio-Grade Companding OverDrive","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"1494\" height=\"742\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/cOg8v1ry0SY\" title=\"SoloDallas \/\/ CompanDrive 65 (CD65) Compander Overdrive Boost (Demo)\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"1494\" height=\"742\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/CPFge3dfUbw\" title=\"The BEST drive pedal I've ever used | CD65 (Solodallas) - Pedal Demo\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe SoloDallas CompanDrive 65 captures the studio-grade magic of classic companding in a compact, all-analogue pedal format. Inspired by the type of compression and expansion circuitry found across countless studio tape recordings since the introduction of early Dolby noise reduction in 1965, this pedal is designed to bring warmth, depth, harmonic richness and mix-ready polish directly to your guitar signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAt the heart of the CompanDrive 65 is a carefully balanced signal path that moves through four key stages: Vintage Console Gain Circuit, 65 Compressor, 65 Expander and Vintage OpAmp Boost. Together, these stages create a tone that feels fuller, more dimensional and more refined than a standard overdrive or compressor pedal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCompanding means the signal is first compressed and then expanded. The compressor stage smooths the attack, enhances note separation and adds musical harmonic character, while the expander stage restores amplitude and reduces the unwanted “pump and squish” that can come from traditional compression. The result is a lively, responsive feel with added sustain, clarity and studio-style movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Vintage Console Gain Circuit uses the famed LM308 op-amp to deliver rich, hi-fi drive with harmonic detail, fullness and presence. From subtle enhancement to warm driven texture, the CompanDrive 65 helps your guitar sit forward in the mix without sounding overly compressed or flat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe final Vintage OpAmp Boost stage preserves clarity as the output level increases, making the CompanDrive 65 equally useful as an always-on tone enhancer, a studio-style drive, a polished boost or a dynamic front-end tool for your pedalboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFaithful recreation of a classic studio-style companding circuit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspired by compression and expansion circuitry used across vintage tape recording systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% analogue circuitry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour-stage signal path: Vintage Console Gain Circuit, 65 Compressor, 65 Expander and Vintage OpAmp Boost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage Console Gain Circuit uses the famed LM308 op-amp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces rich, hi-fi overdrive with harmonic detail, fullness and clarity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e65 Compressor delivers smooth soft-knee attack and enhanced note separation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e65 Expander restores signal amplitude and reduces unwanted compression artifacts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps avoid the “pump and squish” feel of traditional compression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdds warmth, sustain, harmonics and dynamic response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage OpAmp Boost preserves delicate frequencies while increasing output level\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable as an always-on tone enhancer, boost, studio-style drive or front-end pedal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommercial-grade PCB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy-duty true bypass footswitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlue LED when effect is engaged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeutrik jacks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower requirements: 12-15V DC centre negative, 200mA (15V recommended for optimal LM308 op-amp performance \u0026amp; audio quality)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePSU power only - power supply sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnclosure dimensions: 4.69” D x 2.52” W x 1.57” H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Solodallas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41402872791098,"sku":"Solodallas-CompanDrive65","price":399.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1764\/4443\/files\/solodallas-compandrive-65-studio-grade-companding-overdrive-solodallas-compandrive65-gsus4-5292766.jpg?v=1778600288","url":"https:\/\/gsus4.com.au\/products\/solodallas-compandrive-65-studio-grade-companding-overdrive","provider":"Gsus4","version":"1.0","type":"link"}