Polyend Press

Q: Where should I put the Press in my signal chain?
A: While you can put it anywhere, its "superpower" is as an end-of-chain master compressor. Put it after your delays and reverbs to "glue" your sound together and ensure your peaks don't clip your recording interface or PA system.

Q: What cables do I need for stereo use?
A: The Press uses TRS jacks (Stereo Jacks) for its 6.3mm input and output. To use it with a stereo synth like the Polyend Play+, you’ll need a "Stereo Breakout" cable (2 x Mono 6.3mm to 1 x Stereo 6.3mm TRS).

Q: Does it color my sound?
A: The Press is designed to be transparent. It won't add "grit" or "drive" like some vintage tube compressors; instead, it provides a clean, polished, and professional response that makes your gear sound like a finished record.

Q: Can I use it with a guitar?
A: Absolutely. It has a Line/Instrument toggle switch on the back. Set it to "Instrument" to perfectly match the high-impedance signal of a passive electric guitar or bass.

Q: What is the "Sidechain Thru" for?
A: This is a brilliant feature that lets you pass your sidechain trigger (like your kick drum) back out to the rest of your rig. This means you don't need a splitter to send your kick to both the compressor and your mixer.

• Ins & OutsStereo/Mono In: jack 6.3 mmL-Out/MONO: jack 6.3 mmR-Out: jack 6.3 mmExternal Sidechain: mini-jack 3.5 mmSidechain Thru(Out): mini-jack 3.5 mmPower: 9 V / 350 mA (power adapter not included)
• Physical DimensionsHeight: 2.24 inches (5.7 cm) – with knobsWidth: 4.72 inches (12.0 cm)Depth: 4.17 inches (10.6 cm)Weight: 1.32 pounds (0.600 kg)
• ParametersImpedance input: Line 20 kΩ/ Instrument 1 MΩImpedance output: 100 ΩDistortion: <0.1%Noise: <0.001%

Fully Analog Signal Path: Transparent VCA-style compression that preserves your original tone while providing high headroom and a professional "finished" sound.

True Stereo I/O: Unlike most pedals, this has full stereo inputs and outputs, making it the perfect "final stage" for stereo synths, drum machines, or your master mix bus.

Parallel Compression (Mix Control): A dedicated Mix knob allows for "New York-style" compression—blend your dry signal with the compressed signal to maintain punchy transients while adding sustain and weight.

The "Magic" Tilt EQ: A single-knob EQ that acts on the compressed (wet) signal only. Tilt clockwise to boost highs and cut lows (adds clarity) or counter-clockwise to boost lows and cut highs (adds warmth).

Advanced Sidechain Controls: Features both internal and external stereo sidechaining. Use the dedicated footswitch to toggle an external trigger (like a kick drum) for that classic pumping dance music effect.

Internal Sidechain Filters: Includes high-pass and low-pass filters for the sidechain circuit. This prevents bass-heavy kicks from "pumping" your whole mix too much or harsh highs from over-triggering the gain reduction.

Rugged Desktop/Pedal Design: Encased in a sturdy aluminum chassis with high-quality knobs and an elegant white LED gain reduction meter.

If you decide a product is not suitable within 14 days of delivery, you can return it to us for a replacement or refund. Returns must be unused and in their original, undamaged packaging.

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- Computer software that has been unsealed or registered
- Any item that comes directly into contact with the nose, ears or mouth

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Every product at Blip comes with a full manufacturer's warranty for long-term peace of mind. As a specialist UK retailer, we fully support your statutory rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015. If your gear arrives faulty or develops an inherent problem in the first 30 days, we will provide a full refund or replacement. For faults developing after 30 days, we will facilitate a swift repair or replacement through the manufacturer's official service channels to ensure your gear is back in the studio as quickly as possible.