OB.1 Optical Compressor & Clean Boost
Strymon's OB.1 is the ultimate Swiss Army Knife for your guitar tone. This compact, yet powerful pedal packs a one-two punch of studio-grade optical compression and a flexible clean boost - everything you need to sculpt your sound and push your amp to new heights. The OB.1's optical compression circuit delivers silky-smooth sustain and dynamic control, from delicate, transparent squash to vintage-inspired "squash" - perfect for coaxing out every nuance of your playing. But this pedal is more than just a compressor; it also features an integrated, foot-switchable clean boost that can add up to 20dB of level, perfect for soloing or driving the front end of your tube amp. The boost even has selectable mid and treble frequencies, allowing you to fine-tune your tone. What really sets the OB.1 apart is its versatility. It's an ideal "first in the chain" pedal, cleaning up your signal and providing the perfect foundation for the rest of your effects. And by combining your compression, boost, and treble functions into a single unit, the OB.1 saves precious real estate on your pedalboard, freeing up space for more sonic exploration. Crafted with Strymon's renowned attention to detail, the OB.1 features a premium analog signal path, true bypass switching, and a rugged, anodized aluminum chassis. Whether you're a gigging pro or a bedroom player, the OB.1 is a must-have tool for sculpting your perfect guitar tone.
