Empress Effects Bass Compressor Blue Spk

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Empress Effects Bass Compressor Blue Spk

Empress Effects

Bass Compressor Blue Spk

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 513458
Model: Bass Compressor Blue Spk
Category: Bass Pedals
Price: $292.60

* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.

The Empress Blue Spk is a serious contender for bassists needing transparent, versatile compression. It’s got a really nice, musical feel – not overly aggressive – and the tone shaping is genuinely useful for sculpting your sound. Perfect for session players or anyone wanting to tighten up their low end without sacrificing character.

Product Description

  • Empress Effects Bass Compressor Blue Spk
  • Effects Pedal for Electric Bass
  • Compressor
  • Controls: Input
  • output
  • attack
  • release
  • SC HP
  • Switch: Ratio
  • tone + colour
  • LED: Effect on
  • input
  • gain reduction
  • Footswitch: Effect bypass
  • Input: 6.3 mm Jack
  • Output. 6.3 mm Jack
  • Send/return: 3.5 mm Jack
  • Power adapter connection: Barrel connector
  • 5.5 x 2.1 mm
  • negative polarity inside
  • Current consumption: 100 mA
  • Power supply via a 9 - 18 V DC power supply (not included - suitable power supply under Article Nr. #409939#)
  • True bypass
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 66 x 122 x 64 mm
  • Weight: 454 g
  • Colour: Blue sparkle

*Note:* Battery operation is not supported.

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PROS
  • • Exceptional dynamic control with transparent, musical compression.
  • • Empress’s signature tone shaping offers unique sonic possibilities.
  • • Robust, compact enclosure – feels incredibly solid and well-built.
  • • SC HP (Sub-Bass High Pass) cleans up low-end muddiness effectively.
CONS
  • • Requires an external power supply, adding to overall expense.
  • • Limited control range might not suit extremely specific compression needs.
  • • The blue sparkle finish, while visually striking, might not appeal to all.

Product Video

Key Features

Effect Type Bass Compressor
Controls Input, Output, Attack, Release, Mix, SC HP, Ratio, Tone + Colour
Bypass Type True Bypass
Power Supply 9-18V DC power supply (barrel connector, 5.5 x 2.1mm, negative polarity)
Connections 6.3mm Jack (Input, Output, Send/Return), 3.5mm Jack (Send/Return)
Dimensions 66 x 122 x 64 mm

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Frequently Asked Questions

The SC HP filter subtly removes low-frequency rumble and muddiness, allowing for a cleaner, more defined bass tone without sacrificing the fundamental low-end frequencies.
It’s more than a simple EQ; it subtly alters the harmonic content and perceived brightness of the compressed signal, adding a layer of tonal shaping.
Unlike the more aggressive character of the Darkglass B3K, the Empress Blue Spk aims for transparency and musicality; it's closer to the Tech 21 SCM in its overall approach, but with more nuanced tone-shaping capabilities.

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