Maestro Arcas Compressor Sustainer
Product information "Arcas Compressor Sustainer"
- - analoger Bucket Brigade Kompressor / Sustainer
- - Regler für Sustain, Attack und Level
- - Schalter für High- und Low Sensitivity
- - Bypass Fußschalter
- - Status LED
- - True Bypass
- - Eingang: 6,3 mm Klinke
- - Ausgang: 6,3 mm Klinke
- - Netzadapteranschluss: Hohlsteckerbuchse 5,5 x 2,1 mm (Minuspol innen)
- - Stromaufnahme: 33 m
- - Stromversorgung via 9 V Batterie oder 9 V DC Netzteil (beide nicht im Lieferumfang enthalten)
- - Abmessungen (B x T x H): 88 x 128 x 64 mm
- - Gewicht: 499 g
Maestro Electronics — The Dawn of Fuzz Tone Reimagined for Today's Pedalboard
There are very few brands that have shaped the history of rock music as fundamentally as Maestro. In 1962, the company introduced the FZ-1 Fuzz-Tone, the world’s first commercially successful effects pedal – a sound that became an overnight global sensation through The Rolling Stones' iconic riff on "(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction." After decades of legendary cult status, parent company Gibson has breathed new life into this historic pioneer. The current Maestro collection masterfully blends the iconic wedge-shaped vintage aesthetic and pure analog soul of the golden era with essential modern upgrades like True Bypass, rugged enclosures, and dual-voiced versatility. From creamy overdrives to lush phasers and legendary fuzzes, Maestro delivers expressive tools for players seeking genuine sonic character.
Experience Maestro Pedals Live at the Zoundhouse Experience Store Dresden
Hearing how dynamically these analog circuits respond to your guitar's volume control and seeing the historic enclosure design in person is best experienced first-hand. At our Zoundhouse Experience Store in Dresden, we warmly invite you to the ultimate audition session:
- Test Analog History Live: Plug the Fuzz-Tone FZ-M or the Ranger Overdrive directly into one of our premium tube amplifiers and feel the rich, harmonic saturation click into place.
- Compare Dual-Voiced Modes: Every Maestro pedal features a heavy-duty toggle switch allowing you to seamlessly flip between a classic, authentic vintage voicing and an optimized, modern sonic variation.
- In-Store Signal Chain Consultation: Our effects specialists are ready to help you perfectly integrate these historic analog circuits into your existing pedalboard layout.
The Maestro Lineup: Time-Honored Analog Milestones Built for Modern Stages
- Fuzz-Tone FZ-M: The direct descendant of the pedal that started it all. It delivers the biting, raw vintage buzz of the 1960s, while its modern mode unlocks a thick, bottom-heavy contemporary fuzz texture.
- Ranger Overdrive & Invader Distortion: Premium gain stages. The Ranger offers warm, touch-sensitive, tube-like overdrive inspired by classic overdriven tube amps, while the Invader delivers aggressive, high-gain distortion packed with rich harmonic sustain.
- Discoverer Delay & Comet Chorus: Pure analog modulation driven by authentic Bucket Brigade Device (BBD) technology. The Discoverer serves up warm, organic echo repeats, while the Comet creates lush, shimmering textures reminiscent of rotary speakers.
- Mariner Phaser: A highly characterful phaser capable of morphing from subtle, watery acoustic-like textures to fast, swirling, and almost percussive Leslie-style modulations.
FAQ — Frequently Asked Questions about Maestro Pedals
Are the new Maestro pedals exact replicas of the vintage 1960s and 70s units?
The new collection utilizes the authentic analog circuit concepts of the legendary originals, but optimizes them for modern gigging demands. They feature true bypass switching, standard 9V power requirements, and a dual-voice toggle switch for expanded sonic versatility.
Can these pedals be powered by a standard multi-pedal power supply?
Yes. Unlike old vintage hardware, all current Maestro pedals utilize the standardized 9V DC barrel connector (center negative). They integrate perfectly into any modern pedalboard power distribution unit.
Are Maestro pedals manufactured by Gibson?
Yes, Maestro is an official heritage brand owned and operated by Gibson. The pedals are designed and engineered under the direct guidance of Gibson’s product teams to ensure they fully live up to the tone, history, and premium quality of the parent brand.
Why buy Maestro Effects at Zoundhouse?
- Massive Selection Ready to Ship: We stock the entire current Maestro collection, fully available for testing in our dedicated effects showroom.
- Free Shipping over 28 €: Order your new Maestro analog pedal online – safe delivery within Germany is entirely free of charge.
- 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee: Take your time to evaluate how the analog circuitry interacts with your personal guitars and amplifiers right in your own rehearsal space.
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