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The Analog Man Juicer is a high-end, analog compressor pedal designed as an improved clone of the 1970s Dan Armstrong Orange Squeezer. It is celebrated for its vintage "squashing" tone, smooth compression, and ability to add a subtle "grit" similar to a tube amp's natural sag. aNaLoG.MaN Guitar Effects +2Key Features and ControlsSimple Operation: The pedal features a single external Volume knob and an internal Bias trim pot.Internal Bias Trim Pot: This is used to adjust the amount of "squash" and gain. Setting it too high can increase noise, while lower settings are preferred for cleaner tones.Tone Profile: It is not a transparent compressor; instead, it adds a distinct "punchy" and "thick" character to the signal.Gain Boost: It provides approximately 8dB of gainat factory bias settings, making it useful as a clean boost to drive an amplifier.Build Quality: Hand-made in the USA using high-quality components, including NOS 2N5457 transistors, germanium diodes, and a JRC4558 chip.Modern Enhancements: Unlike the original 1970s unit, the Analog Man version features true bypass, a status LED, and a standard 9V power jack. BuyAnalogMan +7Performance and ApplicationsSignature Tones: Known for delivering the iconic "Sultans of Swing" Mark Knopfler tone.Bass Guitar: Highly regarded by bassists (like Tony Levin) for its consistency and ability to thicken the sound without excessive noise.Stacking: It is often used as a "stacker" into distortion or overdrive pedals to add sustain and touch sensitivity.