Behringer CS400
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Behringer
CS400
Product Info
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The Behringer CS400 is a crazy-affordable compressor that delivers surprising results. It’s a fantastic entry point for guitarists wanting to tame dynamics and add sustain, especially those on a tight budget or experimenting with compression for the first time. Don't expect studio-grade nuance, but for the price, it's a solid performer.
Product Description
- Behringer CS400
- Effect Pedal for Electric Guitar
- Compressor / Sustainer
- Controls: Level control
- Tone
- Attack and Sustain
- Blue status LED
- Operation with 9 V battery or optional power supply (not included)
- Suitable power supply Art.#409939#
PROS
- • Remarkably effective compression for a budget pedal
- • Simple controls allow for quick, usable settings
- • Surprisingly quiet operation, minimal hiss for the price
- • Provides sustain and evenness to weaker signals
CONS
- • Plastic enclosure feels noticeably cheap and fragile
- • Limited control flexibility compared to higher-end compressors
- • Tone control is broad and lacks precise shaping ability
Product Video
Key Features
Compressor Type
Optical
Controls
Level, Tone, Attack, Sustain
Blend/Mix
No blend control - purely a compressor
Bypass Type
True bypass
Power Supply
9V battery or optional 9V DC power supply
Dimensions
4.5 in x 2.5 in x 2 in
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Frequently Asked Questions
No, the compression ratio is fixed; it's designed to be a straightforward, usable compressor rather than a highly customizable one.
Yes, the CS400 handles higher output pickups well; it can tame aggressive humbucker signals and add sustain, though the tone control may need adjustment.
The attack control primarily adjusts how quickly the compressor engages; a faster attack will squash transients, while a slower attack allows them to pass through, impacting the perceived punch.
