Behringer CL9 Compressor Limiter

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Behringer CL9 Compressor Limiter

Behringer

CL9 Compressor Limiter

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 115979
Model: CL9 Compressor Limiter
Price: $27.39

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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.

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