JHS Pedals 3 Series Compressor

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JHS Pedals 3 Series Compressor

JHS Pedals

3 Series Compressor

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 504643
Model: 3 Series Compressor
Price: $129.80

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The JHS 3 Series Compressor is a surprisingly capable little box. It's straightforward to use, offering a good range of compression from subtle smoothing to more aggressive squashing. Perfect for guitarists and bassists needing a simple, reliable compressor to even out dynamics and add sustain without a ton of fuss, especially those who don't need a blend knob.

Product Description

  • JHS Pedals 3 Series Compressor
  • Effects Pedal for Electric Guitar
  • Compressor
  • From the JHS Pedals 3 Series
  • Intuitive control options offer a wide range of possible sounds
  • Ranges from smooth smoothing to extremely compressed sounds
  • Bright switch activates a brighter EQ voicing
  • True bypass
  • Volume
  • attack
  • and sustain controls
  • Bright toggle switch
  • Bypass foot switch
  • Status LED
  • Metal housing
  • Input: 6.3 mm jack
  • Output: 6.3 mm jack
  • Power supply via 9 V DC power supply (2.1 mm x 5.5 mm barrel connector
  • polarity (-) inside
  • not included)
  • Current consumption: 8 mA
  • Dimensions (L x W x H): 112 x 60 x 31 mm
  • Weight: approx. 210 g
  • Made in the USA

*Note:* Battery operation is not supported.

*Note:* Register your product at https://shop.warwick.de/en/warrantyregistration and extend the guarantee to 4 years.

PROS
  • • Solid metal housing provides excellent durability for gigging.
  • • Intuitive controls make dialing in usable compression easy for beginners.
  • • Bright switch adds clarity and cuts through dense mixes effectively.
  • • American-made quality inspires confidence in long-term reliability.
CONS
  • • Lacks blend control, limiting tonal flexibility and natural integration.
  • • 8mA current draw isn’t terrible, but requires a power adapter.
  • • Compact size might feel cramped for players with larger hands.

Product Video

Key Features

Compressor Type Optical
Controls Volume, Attack, Sustain, Bright toggle
Blend/Mix None
Bypass Type True Bypass
Power Supply 9V DC (2.1mm x 5.5mm, center negative)
Dimensions 112 x 60 x 31 mm

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Frequently Asked Questions

It adds a subtle high-frequency boost, preventing the compression from dulling the signal and helping it cut through the mix – think of it as a slight EQ adjustment.
It’s fairly responsive, allowing for adjustments from very fast to slightly slower attack times, but the range isn’t exceptionally broad – expect more subtle changes than drastic transformations.
Integrating it smoothly requires careful volume and sustain adjustments; it’s best suited for players who want a more noticeable compression effect rather than subtle tone shaping.

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