Harley Benton Custom Line CS-5 Compressor
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Harley Benton
Custom Line CS-5 Compressor
Product Info
Article Number:
348052
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
Custom Line CS-5 Compressor
Category:
Compressor Pedals
Price:
$42.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This little Harley Benton CS-5 is a surprisingly capable compressor for the budget-conscious player. It's not going to replace a high-end studio unit, but it delivers a solid leveling effect, particularly useful for rhythm guitar or taming a bright-sounding amp. A great starting point for anyone curious about compression without a huge investment.
Product Description
- Harley Benton Custom Line CS-5 Compressor
- Effect Pedal for Electric Guitar
- Boutique-style compressor in studio quality
- "Heavy Duty" housing suitable for stage
- True bypass
- Controls: Level
- Attack
- Sustain
- On/Off switch with LED status
- Input and output: 6.3 mm jack
- Operation via 9 V battery or 9 V power adapter (not included - available under Article Nr #409939#)
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 120 x 56 x 95 mm
- Weight: 0.350 kg
PROS
- • Solid, heavy-duty enclosure feels surprisingly robust for the price.
- • Attack and Sustain controls offer decent shaping of compression.
- • True bypass ensures signal integrity when the effect is off.
- • Provides a noticeable leveling effect, useful for taming dynamics.
CONS
- • The sustain control can be a bit too sensitive, leading to pumping.
- • Limited tonal shaping beyond basic compression parameters.
- • Power adapter not included; a common, but still inconvenient, omission.
Product Video
Key Features
Compressor Type
Optical
Controls
Level, Attack, Sustain, On/Off
Blend/Mix
No blend control - purely compression
Bypass Type
True Bypass
Power Supply
9V Battery or 9V DC Adapter
Dimensions
120 x 56 x 95 mm
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's a more basic optical compression, lacking the finesse and subtle tonal shaping of pricier models, but still delivers a usable, consistent compression effect.
The enclosure is metal, contributing to its surprisingly hefty weight and feeling quite durable for its price point.
While designed for guitar, it *can* work with bass, but you'll likely need to experiment with the Attack and Sustain settings to avoid unwanted pumping or loss of low-end.
