TSAKALIS AUDIO WORKS Zipper MKII

The first thought that comes to mind when listening to the phrase optical compressor is no other than the old and unique Urei®LA3A®! Our goal was to create an optical compressor with such simplicity, capabilities and warmth but at a compact size, asd the result is the Zipper!

The Zipper MKII is a discreet and quiet optical compressor with tons of headroom and punch to your sound without changing your tonal character.

The hand-selected optical element provides auto adjustable Attack and Release, depending on the signal’s strength and amplitude. Select between Hard and Soft ratio from a dedicated toggle switch, Hard being 10:1 and Soft being 4:1 compression ratio.

Can be used as a maximazer or clean booster with the compress control up to 9 o’clock.

At high compress settings the sound becomes punchy and percussive perfect for “Gilmourish” licks, funk and chicken picking styles.

A high end Pro-Audio compressor at your feet!

Specs

• Handmade in Athens, Greece
• True Bypass
• Hand selected optical element
• 2 compression ratios Hard & Soft
• 1 Heavy Duty Foot-switch for enable / disable the pedal
• Internal 9V battery clip
• Power supply : regulated 9-12V DC  (center -)
• Max power consumption : 9,3mA @ 9V DC
• Heavy duty & light weight aluminum box
• Dimensions : 70mm(Width) x 112mm(Length) x 50mm(Height)