Whirlwind Introduces OC Bass Optical Compressor Pedal

Whirlwind OC Bass Optical Compressor PedalWhirlwind kicked off the year right by debuting the OC Bass Optical Compressor at NAMM.

Voiced specifically for bass, the pedal switches between a compressor and a limiter and features three pre-programmable attack speeds: Fast, Slow, and Medium.

Input and Output knobs control the level and gain to help you hone in on the amount of punch and sustain you want. The OC Bass is powered by a 18-volt wall adapter, which included with the pedal.

The Whirlwind OC Bass Optical Compressor is available now, priced around $229. For more info, visit the Whirlwind USA site.

Whirlwind OC Bass Optical Compressor Specs:

  • Input/Output Knobs
  • Speed Switch: Fast, Medium, Slow
  • Compressor/Limiter Switch
  • Powered by 18V Wall Adapter (included)

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