CompIQ Stella Pro

The CompIQ STELLA Pro is a high-end, all analog compressor pedal designed for guitar and bass, offering exceptional control and studio-grade performance. Built around the THAT Corp 4320 Analog Engine with a Blackmer VCA and true RMS-level detection, it delivers precise and musical compression. It features adjustable ratio from 1:1 to full limiting, threshold from -40dBu to +10dBu, and make-up gain from -6dB to +20dB. The X-EQ control allows frequency pivot selection at 330Hz for bass or 1kHz for guitar, along with soft or hard knee compression, manual or auto attack and release timing, and selectable side-chain filtering. Additional features include dry/wet mix, optional tape saturation on the dry signal, and an 8-LED gain reduction meter. Built with high-quality components in a Hammond aluminum enclosure, it runs on a 9V battery or 9–18V DC power supply.