Fairfield Circuitry The Accountant

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Fairfield Circuitry The Accountant

Fairfield Circuitry

The Accountant

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 450556
Model: The Accountant
Price: $273.90

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The Accountant delivers a really distinctive, almost vintage-flavored compression – think late '60s/early '70s studio vibe. It's not a transparent, surgical compressor; it subtly colors your tone while taming dynamics beautifully. This is ideal for players wanting a musical, character-rich compression for lead lines, rhythm work, or adding sustain to a clean amp.

Product Description

  • Fairfield Circuitry The Accountant
  • Effect Pedal for Electric Guitar
  • Compressor
  • Analog operation
  • JFET Technology
  • Volume controller
  • Ratio switch controls the compression output level
  • Pad switch controls the compression input level
  • Input and output: 6.3 mm jack
  • Connection for 9 V power supply unit with hollow plug 5.5 x 2.1 mm and negative pole inside (power supply unit not included)
  • Current consumption: 12 mA
  • True Bypass
  • Dimensions: 44 x 90 x 47 mm
  • Weight: 148 g
  • Made in Quebec
  • Canada

*Note:* Battery operation is not supported.

PROS
  • • JFET gain reduction provides a uniquely musical, warm compression.
  • • Ratio and Pad switches offer surprising versatility in compression character.
  • • True bypass ensures signal integrity when the effect is disengaged.
  • • Robust, compact enclosure built to withstand gigging demands.
CONS
  • • No blend control limits its use for subtle, transparent compression.
  • • Lacks a power switch, requiring pedalboard management.
  • • Relatively premium-priced compared to some other compressor options.

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Key Features

Compressor Type Optical with JFET gain reduction
Controls Sensitivity, Attack, Ratio (3 settings), Pad (3 settings), Volume
Blend/Mix None
Bypass Type True Bypass
Power Supply 9V DC center-negative, 5.5 x 2.1mm
Dimensions 44 x 90 x 47 mm

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Frequently Asked Questions

JFETs add a subtle, almost tube-like harmonic richness during compression, resulting in a warmer, more organic sound than purely optical designs.
While versatile, it's designed for a more noticeable, characterful compression; a true transparent compression would require a blend control which this lacks.
12mA is relatively low, but the lack of an onboard power switch means you'll need to manage power-up/down sequences on your pedalboard.

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