The Essentials to Know About the TLC Compressor EQ DLX Pedal
- Ultra-complete "studio" bass compressor: Threshold, Attack, Release, Ratio, Output, and Blend to sculpt dynamics with precision.
- Integrated musical EQ: wide-band boosts of bass and treble to add body or presence without another pedal.
- LED gain reduction VU meter: faster and more accurate settings during rehearsals, in the studio, or on stage.
- Advanced DSP platform and ultra-low noise floor for clean, controlled compression ready for mixing.
A "DLX" Evolution Designed as a Bass Channel Strip
The TLC Compressor EQ DLX builds on the philosophy of the original TLC Compressor and takes it further with a very "console channel strip" approach: first stabilize the dynamics, then enhance the tone. The addition of an EQ section inspired by classic studio equalizers (and visual monitoring via LEDs) makes it a more versatile version, designed to integrate naturally on a modern pedalboard.
For Which Bassists and Use Cases?
This pedal is aimed at bassists who want
coherent and musical compression without losing feel. Perfect for funk, pop, rock, metal, gospel, or session work, it excels both at smoothing fingerstyle playing and taming pick or slap transients. Live, it helps the bass stay stable in the mix; in the studio, it facilitates more consistent and "finished" takes right from recording.
Controls, Modes, and Key Features
The heart of the TLC Compressor EQ DLX is its extensive control: you set the
Threshold (level at which compression starts), then the feel via
Attack and
Release, and finally the overall behavior with the
Ratio. The
Blend allows for very natural
parallel compression (you retain the attack and articulation of the dry signal while adding sustain and consistency). The
Output compensates for gain reduction to easily regain a consistent output level. The
Bass and
Treble boosts add weight in the low end or definition in the high end, wide-band, ideal for adapting your bass to a room, amp, or mix.
Sound
Expect
transparent, responsive, and highly controllable compression: from simple "smoothing" that unifies level without being noticeable, to firmer, punchier compression that highlights attack and stability. The Blend helps keep a solid and lively low end, while the boost-only EQ adds a "studio" touch: deeper lows without muddiness, brighter highs without harshness. The gain reduction VU meter quickly becomes indispensable for dialing in the right amount depending on your bass and playing technique.
Technical Specifications
Processing and Performance
- Advanced DSP platform with internally developed algorithms
- Ultra-low noise floor
- LED gain reduction VU meters
Compression
- Extensive controls: Threshold, Attack, Release, Ratio, Output, Blend
- Independent compression and EQ controls
Equalization
- Wide-band bass and treble boosts
Connectivity
- 1 instrument input Jack 6.35mm (unbalanced)
- 1 output Jack 6.35mm (unbalanced)
Format
- Dimensions: 152.4 mm (width) x 82.6 mm (length) x 57.2 mm (height)
Included Accessories
- Documentation (depending on packaging)
- Power supply: not included (unless otherwise specified in the package)
Power Consumption
- Required power: 9V DC
- Consumption: 500 mA
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