Fredenstein F600A Kompressor

Professional music gear - detailed information and where to buy

Fredenstein F600A Kompressor

Fredenstein

F600A Kompressor

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 331740
Model: F600A Kompressor
Price: $504.90

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

The Fredenstein F600A is a seriously capable compressor, especially for tracking and mixing where you want subtle, transparent dynamic control. It’s a fantastic choice for engineers wanting a no-frills, high-quality compressor without the complexity of some more feature-laden units – think indie rock, acoustic instruments, or anything needing a touch of polish.

Product Description

  • Fredenstein F600A Compressor
  • 1-Channel compressor - 500 module
  • Analog signal path
  • Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (+/- 0.2 dB)
  • Ratio adjustable from 2: 1 to 100:1
  • High-pass filter adjustable from 20 Hz to 4 kHz
  • Side-chain input (optional peak or RMS)
  • Soft-knee or Hard knee selectable
  • Link function for stereo operation with a second F600A
  • Bypass function
  • Power consumption: +/- 16V
  • +/- 200 mA
PROS
  • • Excellent transient control, remarkably clean and transparent compression
  • • The high-pass filter is genuinely useful for cleaning up low-end mud
  • • Sidechain options provide flexible dynamic shaping capabilities
  • • Solid build quality; feels robust and well-engineered for 500 format
CONS
  • • Limited headroom; can exhibit distortion at higher gain settings
  • • The metering isn’t as detailed or informative as some competitors
  • • Lacks recall; parameter adjustments are purely manual, no preset storage

Product Video

Key Features

Module Type Compressor
Channels 1
Controls Ratio, Threshold, Attack, Release, HPF Frequency, Knee, Sidechain Mode
Compatible Format 500 Series
Weight Approximately 1.25 lbs

Similar Products

Manuel Rodriguez Superior Flamenco Sabicas C3-F - Flamenco Guitars

Manuel Rodriguez Superior Flamenco Sabicas C3-F

Flamenco Guitars

$957
Flamenco Guitar, Top: Solid European Carpathian spruce, Back and...
4.8 Expert Rating
Applause Jump Dark Matter - Other Acoustic Guitars

Applause Jump Dark Matter

Other Acoustic Guitars

$362
Acoustic Guitar with Pickup, Type: OM with cutaway, Top: Solid European spruce, Back and...
4.5 Expert Rating
Thomann Home Studio Bundle - Studio Packages

Thomann Home Studio Bundle

Studio Packages

$164
4.8 Expert Rating
Behringer 73 - 500 Series Components

Behringer 73

500 Series Components

$252
500 Series Module, Microphone / Line preamplifier, With Midas input and output transformers, Based on the...
4.7 Expert Rating
Ibanez GRG320FA-TVT - ST Style Guitars

Ibanez GRG320FA-TVT

ST Style Guitars

$439
Electric Guitar, Body: Poplar, Top: Basswood with Art Grain in flamed maple look, Bolt-on neck:...
4.5 Expert Rating
Heritage Audio LANG P.LANE Type 436 - Compressors, Gates and De-essers

Heritage Audio LANG P.LANE Type 436

Compressors, Gates and De-essers

$1,044
Tube Vari-Mu Compressor, One channel, Three integrated tubes: One NOS 6H5P, one JJ...
4.8 Expert Rating
Manuel Rodriguez Superior Anniversario 120 J-SB - 4/4 Size Classical Guitars

Manuel Rodriguez Superior Anniversario 120 J-SB

4/4 Size Classical Guitars

$1,099
Classical Guitar, Special model for the anniversary of Guitarras...
4.6 Expert Rating
Zoom H4essential APH-4e Bundle - Portable Recorders

Zoom H4essential APH-4e Bundle

Portable Recorders

$208
4.8 Expert Rating

Frequently Asked Questions

The API 2500 is known for a more aggressive, character-driven sound, whereas the F600A prioritizes transparency and a cleaner, more surgical compression.
Absolutely; it allows for creative sidechaining techniques like ducking or rhythmic compression, offering a lot of flexibility in shaping your sound.
It requires a bit more attention and note-taking, but the straightforward controls make it relatively simple to replicate settings once you understand the parameters.

We use cookies to improve your experience. Learn more