Behringer CL9 Compressor Limiter
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Behringer
CL9 Compressor Limiter
Product Info
Article Number:
115979
Brand:
Behringer
Model:
CL9 Compressor Limiter
Category:
Compressor Pedals
Price:
$27.39
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Behringer CL9 is a genuinely useful compressor for players on a tight budget. It delivers a solid dose of sustain and control, especially great for adding punch to bass or taming overly dynamic guitars – think aggressive rhythm parts or smoothing out lead lines. It’s not a studio-grade unit, but for the price, it’s hard to argue with the results.
Product Description
- Behringer CL9 Compressor Limiter
- Compressor / Limiter
- Sustain
- level
- and attack time controls
- Powerful
- percussive sound
- Power supply via 9V battery or power supply (#409939#)
PROS
- • Remarkably effective compression for a budget-friendly pedal
- • Offers surprisingly tight, percussive bass and guitar tones
- • Simple controls allow for quick dialing-in of desired compression
- • Compact size makes it easy to integrate into crowded pedalboards
CONS
- • Plastic enclosure feels noticeably less robust than higher-end units
- • Limited control over ratio and knee makes it less versatile
- • Basic circuitry won’t match the sonic complexity of premium compressors
Product Video
Key Features
Compressor Type
Optical
Controls
Sustain, Level, Attack Time
Blend/Mix
No blend control, purely compression/limiting
Bypass Type
True Bypass
Power Supply
9V Battery or 409939 Power Supply
Dimensions
4.5 in x 2.5 in x 3 in
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Frequently Asked Questions
It’s a simplified design, lacking the nuanced control of higher-end models, but the core optical compression principle delivers a similar 'glue' effect.
While it accepts a standard 9V battery, using a different power supply could damage the unit – stick with the specified Behringer 409939 power supply.
It’s more suited to noticeable compression; achieving truly transparent results will be difficult due to the limited control range.
