Origin Effects Cali 76 Bass Compressor Guitar Effect Pedal

Origin Effects Cali76 Bass Compressor Compression Optimised for Bass

1176®-Inspired Circuitry + All-Analogue Signal Path + Unrivalled Dynamic Control

The Cali76 Bass Compressor is a studio-grade compressor pedal inspired by the world-famous Urei® 1176® studio compressor—heard on countless landmark recordings since the 1960s. Origin Effects has harnessed uncompromising all-analogue circuitry to make these distinctive, ultra-fast FET compression tones available to the modern bassist in a pedalboard-friendly format.

The culmination of over a decade of experience crafting the world's finest compressor pedals, the Cali76 Bass Compressor represents the latest evolution in a long lineage of legendary Cali76 compressors. It features a full suite of studio-style controls, a DRY knob for parallel compression, and an improved sidechain that matches the response of Origin's sought-after "large format" Cali76—the pedal that put Origin Effects on the map back in 2012.

Whether you're laying down solid foundations in the studio, cutting through the mix on stage, or exploring extended-range instruments, the Cali76 Bass Compressor delivers the punch, clarity, and sustain that define professional bass tone.

• 1176®-Inspired FET Compression: All-analogue circuitry delivers the lightning-fast attack and signature musical compression characteristics of the legendary Urei 1176 studio compressor—now optimised specifically for bass guitar and low-frequency instruments.

• Massive Headroom: Internally increased voltage to 24V from a standard 9V DC supply provides exceptional headroom, empowering you to use active pickups, hot outputs, and extended-range basses without distortion or compression artefacts.

• 10-LED Gain Reduction Meter: A front-facing 10-LED bar graph meter provides an accurate visual indication of how much your signal is being compressed and how fast the compression circuit is reacting—giving you full visibility and control over your dynamics.

• Parallel Compression with DRY Knob: The dedicated DRY control allows you to blend your uncompressed signal with the compressed signal, delivering the perfect balance of punch, sustain, and natural dynamics—a studio technique now at your feet.

• Sidechain HPF Control: An improved sidechain with high-pass filtering ensures the compressor responds to your playing in the most musical way possible, allowing tight, punchy low-end without unwanted pumping.

• Studio-Style Control Set: Fully variable Ratio, Input, and Output controls provide precision shaping of your compression characteristics, while Attack and Release controls offer fine-tuned dynamic response for any playing style.

• Tour-Grade Construction: All-metal enclosure built to withstand the rigours of the road, with a pedalboard-friendly footprint that saves valuable real estate.

• High-Quality Buffered Bypass: Maintains signal integrity and eliminates tone suck when the pedal is disengaged.

• Electric Bass (4-string, 5-string, and extended-range)

• Studio Recording

• Live Performance

• Session Work

• Funk, Rock, Metal, Jazz, Pop, and All Genres

Tech Specs

• Type: Studio-Grade FET Compressor

• Circuitry: All-Analogue Signal Path

• Inspiration: Urei® 1176® Studio Compressor

• Controls: Ratio, Input, Output, Attack, Release, Dry Blend, Sidechain HPF

• Metering: 10-LED Bar Graph Gain Reduction Meter

• Internal Voltage: 24V (increased from standard 9V DC supply)

• Power Requirements: 9V DC centre-negative (not included)

• Current Draw: 120mA

• Inputs: 1 x 1/4" TS

• Outputs: 1 x 1/4" TS

• Bypass: High-Quality Buffered Bypass

• Dimensions: 124 x 64 x 58 mm (4.88" x 2.52" x 2.28")

• Weight: 553g (1.22 lbs)

• Construction: Tour-Grade, All-Metal Enclosure

• Origin: Designed and engineered in the UK

The Cali76 Bass Compressor isn't just another compressor pedal—it's a piece of studio history reimagined for the modern bassist. By distilling the legendary tone of the Urei 1176 into a pedalboard-friendly format, Origin Effects has created a tool that delivers professional-grade compression without compromise. The massive 24V internal headroom ensures your dynamics remain pristine, while the 10-LED meter gives you the visual feedback you need to dial in the perfect setting. Whether you're chasing the punchy attack of classic funk, the sustain of soaring rock bass lines, or the transparent control of session work, the Cali76 Bass Compressor delivers.

Experience studio-grade compression. Transform your bass tone. Get the Cali76 Bass Compressor today.

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