The Maestro Arcas Compressor Sustainer pedal stands as a true sonic chameleon, adapting seamlessly from subtle transparency to aggressive compression with remarkable ease. This all-analogue workhorse offers exceptional versatility for guitarists seeking both light touch dynamics and heavy, controlled compression. The pedal’s comprehensive range makes it an indispensable tool for any musical situation.
At the heart of the Arcas lies a two-position Mode toggle switch that fundamentally alters the pedal’s character. The LO mode provides reduced sensitivity to pick attack variations, whilst the HI mode responds more dramatically to your playing dynamics. This dual personality approach gives players precise control over how the compression interacts with their technique.
The intuitive three-knob layout puts essential controls at your fingertips. The Sustain knob governs the amount of gain applied during compression, the Attack control determines how quickly compression engages, and the Level knob manages both gain compensation and overall output volume. A true bypass footswitch activates the distinctive LED-lit bugles in the Maestro logo, providing clear visual confirmation when the effect is engaged.
- All-Analog
- Sustain, Attack, Level
- True Bypass footswitch, HI/LO Mode toggle switch
- Red, yellow, and blue bugles in the Maestro logo illuminate when the pedal is active
- 9V battery or regulated 9VDC power supply (5.5 x 2.1 mm plug, wired centre-negative)
- 21.9 mA current draw
- Power On switch incorporated into the input jack
- 128.0 mm x 87.6 mm x 63.5 mm