CMATMODS Ross Comp Clone

I have the three knob version with an external attack knob. The other two knobs are sustain and level. The level of compression, sustain and attack can be minimal or more so. Like the Deeelay I use compression to add texture and depth to my sound. This is just the ticket. The external attack knob is a really nice feature. I recommend it so you can hear the difference.

I???m going to sound like a broken record here but like the deeelay pedal there is not much to say here other than Chad Matthews has nailed the compression sound I was looking for. It???s warm, thick and creamy. Not with a splat or twangy sound some compression pedals produce. I upgraded from a modified Boss CS-3 and I???m very please with the Ross Comp Clone. It adds plenty of clean, clear texture and depth to my overall tone. The tone is warm and full like an analog pedal, although it is not sold as an analog pedal. I???m not sure what more I can add other than this is a great pedal at a fraction of the price tag for one of the big name boutique offerings. Jump on these now because once discovered they are going to demand a higher price.

My setup can run from extensive to basic depending on the range of music I like to play. I'm partial to classic rock, blues and contemporary Christian music. I play either a 1976 Les Paul standard or a 1992 Fender Strat with Fralin Blues Specials pickups. My amps are a THD BiValve or a Peavey Classic 50/410 that has been upgraded with some Weber alnico speakers. My old standby is a 1974 Peavey Vintage Twin Reverb that is all original except for upgraded Weber alnico speakers. The THD is played into a old school Silvertone 2x12 cabinet with Celestion Alnico Blues. In the tube department I'm a big fan of NOS or OS tubes. The new Chinese or Russian offerings just don't have the same mojo. On the pedalboard the chain looks like this: Boss NS-2>Boss tuner>CMATMODS Ross Clone Compressor>Fulltone FatBoost>CMATMODS Buttah>Menatone Red Snapper OD>Menatone Blue Collar OD>Boss EQ>Lil Alligator volume>Boss CE-2 Chorus>JD Lauering Tremolo>CMATMODS Deeelay. Most of the time I running compression, some form of overdrive and delay.

Not sure. Have had the pedal too short a period of time. Based on other user reviews, should be okay.

Chad is the best. Nice guy doing good things. Great communication, promptly responds to email. Even takes an interest in his customers.

I was not looking to upgrade my compressor pedal but after buying the Deeelay I knew I would like what Chad could do with a compressor. Again, if you want to spend your money on one of the big name boutique pedals that is your prerogative. I decided to buy a quality product from a great producer. I think highly enough of Chad???s work that I believe he will be one to watch in the future. His pedals are that good. When you get over sticker shock from some of the mass produced, overpriced and in my opinion overhyped pedals, take a serious look at the Ross Comp Clone. I???m glad I did. The online sound samples are helpful to get a nice taste of the pedals capabilities. I found it hard to believe this was the first review for this pedal as the database did not pick up the name--Ross Comp Clone, just as it appears on Chad's website. http://www.cmatmods.com/EFFECTS/EFFECTS.htm

I have been playing for about 32 years and have had the opportunity to try a number of pedals but this one will be my last, it???s that good. Why keep searching when you???ve found your nirvana? If lost or stolen I would buy another in a heartbeat. One last note about the cosmetics of the pedal. My pedal was a bright orange. Chad does not do fancy or eye-catching text or decals on the pedal. He just writes with a black sharpie below each knob its function. I went a step further and had some fun making a logo and adding text with clear decal paper. It turned out pretty nice. The paper and supplies will run you under $10. You may want to do the same. Anyway seriously give this pedal a listen at the website and buy another of Chad???s pedals instead of giving it away for some boutique pedal manufacturer. You will be glad that you did. I know I am.