Improve your Overall Tone with the Boss CS-3 Compression Sustainer Pedal
The CS-3 Compression Sustainer pedal compresses louder signals while boosting lower signals, providing smooth sustain without degrading the original sound quality. This is the perfect pedal for guitarists and bassists who want to sound their best.
- Compact compression/sustainer pedal with high-quality circuitry
- Compresses loud signals and boosts softer signals for a smooth overall sound
- Onboard Level, Tone, Attack and Sustain controls for precise tonal shaping
- Low-noise design for super-quiet operation
- BOSS five-year warranty
SPECIFICATIONS
- Nominal Input Level: -20 dBu
- Input Impedance: 1 M ohm
- Nominal Output Level: -20 dBu
- Output Impedance: 1 k ohm
- Recommended Load Impedance: 10 k ohms or greater
- Bypass: Buffered bypass
- Indicator: CHECK indicator (Serves also as battery check indicator)
Controls
- SUSTAIN knob
- ATTACK knob
- TONE knob
- LEVEL knob
- Pedal switch
Connectors
- INPUT jack: 1/4-inch phone type
- OUTPUT jack: 1/4-inch phone type
- DC IN jack
Power Supply
- Carbon-zinc battery (9V, 6F22) or Alkaline battery (9V, 6LR61)
- AC adaptor (PSA series: sold separately)
- Current Draw20 mA
Expected battery life under continuous use
- Carbon: Approx. 10.5 hours
- Alkaline: Approx. 26 hours
- *These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.
Accessories
- Leaflet (“USING THE UNIT SAFELY,” “IMPORTANT NOTES,” and “Information”)
- Dry battery/9 V type (6F22)
Options (sold separately)
- PSA series AC Adaptor
Manufacturer: Boss
Model: CS-3
SKU: I061203-N-3-WHXX
UPC: 761294012857
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