Origin Effects Cali 76 Stacked Compressor Dual-Stage Guitar Effect Pedal

Origin Effects Cali76 Stacked Compressor | Dual-Stage Compression

Two Compressors, One Pedal, Endless Possibilities

Two compressors, one pedal, endless possibilities. The Cali76 Stacked Compressor is a dual-stage compressor pedal that uses two compressors cascaded in series for the ultimate compressed guitar tone. Incorporating all the latest improvements to Origin Effects' world-renowned Cali76 circuit, the Stacked Compressor delivers super-squashed cleans, singing slide tones, and endlessly sustaining leads—offering total control and bags of inspiration.

Evoking the character of the iconic Urei® 1176® studio compressor, this pedal combines studio-grade fidelity and control with enough compression to totally transform your tone. The Cali76 Stacked Compressor encourages you to use compression as a creative effect, not just a utility tool. Whether you're chasing the shimmering sustain of ambient soundscapes, the punchy attack of country chicken-pickin', or the liquid smoothness of soaring blues leads, the Stacked Compressor delivers in spades.

• Dual-Stage Cascaded Compression: Two premium FET compressors arranged in series deliver a level of control and tonal transformation unmatched by single-stage compressors. The first stage handles subtle dynamic smoothing while the second stage adds saturation, sustain, and character—or vice versa for extreme compression effects.

• 1176®-Inspired FET Circuitry: All-analogue signal path captures the distinctive, ultra-fast attack and musical compression characteristics of the legendary Urei 1176 studio compressor, bringing studio-grade tone to your pedalboard.

• Versatile Compression Control: Fully independent controls for each compressor stage allow you to dial in anything from subtle dynamic control to extreme, tone-shaping compression that transforms your playing feel and response.

• BLEND Control for Parallel Compression: Dedicated Blend knob lets you mix your dry signal with the fully compressed signal, preserving pick attack and natural dynamics while adding sustain and body—the best of both worlds.

• LINK Switch for Synchronised Control: Link switch allows both compressors to be controlled simultaneously, making it easy to set up a classic dual-stage compression sound with a single set of controls.

• Massive Internal Headroom: Increased internal voltage delivers exceptional headroom, ensuring your tone remains clear and articulate even with hot pickups and aggressive playing.

• Intuitive Visual Feedback: LED metering provides clear visual indication of gain reduction, helping you dial in the perfect amount of compression for any playing situation.

• Studio-Grade Fidelity: Premium components and meticulous circuit design ensure your guitar's natural tone remains pristine, with compression adding depth, sustain, and character rather than unwanted artifacts.

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

• Electric Guitar (All Styles)

• Studio Recording

• Live Performance

• Ambient & Experimental

• Country, Blues, Rock, Funk, Jazz, and Beyond

• Players Seeking Creative Compression Effects

Tech Specs

• Type: Dual-Stage Studio-Grade FET Compressor

• Circuitry: All-Analogue Signal Path

• Inspiration: Urei® 1176® Studio Compressor

• Compression Stages: Two Cascaded FET Compressors

• Controls: Independent controls for each stage, Blend knob, Link switch

• Headroom: Internally increased voltage for exceptional headroom

• Metering: LED gain reduction indicators

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

• Inputs: 1 x 1/4" TS

• Outputs: 1 x 1/4" TS

• Construction: Tour-Grade, All-Metal Enclosure

• Bypass: High-Quality Buffered Bypass

• Origin: Designed and engineered in the UK

The Cali76 Stacked Compressor isn't just another compressor pedal—it's a creative tool that expands your tonal palette in ways single-stage compressors simply cannot. By cascading two premium FET compressors in series, Origin Effects has created a pedal that delivers everything from subtle dynamic smoothing to extreme, tone-transforming compression that inspires new ideas and playing approaches. Whether you're chasing the legendary studio compression of the Urei 1176, the singing sustain of slide guitar, or the tight, punchy attack of country picking, the Stacked Compressor delivers with studio-grade fidelity and intuitive control. This is compression as an effect—a source of inspiration, not just a utility.

Experience cascaded compression. Transform your tone. Get the Cali76 Stacked Compressor today.