Exactly the video I need! Even though I understand compression decently enough, the fact that I don't play with it often means that I'm always in need of a refresher. Plus it's hard to make compression accessible to a wide audience because it's so normal now that I don't think listeners are even aware they're hearing it. I think the only way to make it real obvious is to make a series of videos that depict the lightbulb moments that make compression a necessity to your sound. One example is that you're playing at home or in an apartment, and you're trying to respect your family and neighbors, but every so often you hit the strings too loud. Well, with a compressor, you can iron that out. Or you're trying everything you can to make your bends last longer, but you can't seem to figure it out: boom, compressor! It's almost to the point that you need to make it like a 50's PSA, making it as simple as possible. And perhaps that includes the knobs--maybe they need different names to reach the mindset and naive imagination of beginners. Threshold, release, and ratio make perfect sense once you understand compression, but many people just aren't ready for that conceptual stage even if they could be taught to hear the effect in their favorite artists' songs. Anyway, just a few thoughts because I heard that y'all discontinued this pedal because studio-level compressors are a hard sell. I got one off Sweetwater at a discount and am very happy for it, yet there's that rub of feeling like somehow my shiny toy is dulled because it was discontinued. lol, I'm silly
i have the lore, badwater, ages and the R1. i love them all, there's a distinctive walrus sound that comes through clear in the "opinionated" pedals, and subtlety with the mako series (only have the reverb, yet; really want the M1). all walrus pedals require time and love to dial in the right sounds; not a drawback per se, but they're not plug and play. set aside playful fun sound design time to be wild and figure out your sweet spots. i constantly morph through my favorite badwater sound but i always dial in exactly the right amount of oomph, punch and zest. if you have the scratch, you won't be disappointed (but be patient with dialing in your sound!)
Suggestions for 9 styles for guitar here, six on your pamphlet in the box with the Mira, as opposed to one for bass in the linked video. I think the Mira is great on bass, but having come from one knob compressors I had to go to the manuals of your competitors to get some starting points. I hadn't considered it initially, but bought in on sale, and very nearly sent it back before I got my head around it. Given bass players are big compression users I would have though it was a market you would support (you have the HPF so the techs supported bass players, it just doesn't seem to be in the your marketing plan).
@@ff2364it's a pretty standard compressor setup as far as controls are concerned. Presets like these definitely aren't going to work with every instrument and setup. Walrus is definitely more of a guitar effects company so catering their videos to guitar makes a lot of sense. Learn how to use a compressor and understand what all the controls do and you won't need any presets...
I have both and I prefer the Mira, mainly for the expanded controls and feedback LED. I like the deep six a lot but it's been back in its box since my Mira showed up
Since plugging in my Mira - I feel like I've unlocked a new level of feel. Love it!
I think the Highpass filter is the key, really. Keeping my fuzzy bottom strings from feeling cramped, yet letting the high strings soar beautifully!
Great demonstration!!! Fluid playing in and out of the various genres. Versatile pedal.
Thanks!
kickstart my heart was my fave 🤘🤘🤘
Exactly the video I need! Even though I understand compression decently enough, the fact that I don't play with it often means that I'm always in need of a refresher.
Plus it's hard to make compression accessible to a wide audience because it's so normal now that I don't think listeners are even aware they're hearing it. I think the only way to make it real obvious is to make a series of videos that depict the lightbulb moments that make compression a necessity to your sound.
One example is that you're playing at home or in an apartment, and you're trying to respect your family and neighbors, but every so often you hit the strings too loud. Well, with a compressor, you can iron that out. Or you're trying everything you can to make your bends last longer, but you can't seem to figure it out: boom, compressor!
It's almost to the point that you need to make it like a 50's PSA, making it as simple as possible. And perhaps that includes the knobs--maybe they need different names to reach the mindset and naive imagination of beginners. Threshold, release, and ratio make perfect sense once you understand compression, but many people just aren't ready for that conceptual stage even if they could be taught to hear the effect in their favorite artists' songs.
Anyway, just a few thoughts because I heard that y'all discontinued this pedal because studio-level compressors are a hard sell. I got one off Sweetwater at a discount and am very happy for it, yet there's that rub of feeling like somehow my shiny toy is dulled because it was discontinued. lol, I'm silly
Glad this helped you understand it a little more!
love the video format. another banger pedal. added to my list for a flexible mono opto comp that's wayyyyy more flexible than an la2a clone. cheers.
Thanks!
If only I had the bucks, I would happily own all Walrus Audio Pedals.
They look great, sound great and are really pocket friendly.
Thanks! We'll be here when you're ready.
i have the lore, badwater, ages and the R1.
i love them all, there's a distinctive walrus sound that comes through clear in the "opinionated" pedals, and subtlety with the mako series (only have the reverb, yet; really want the M1).
all walrus pedals require time and love to dial in the right sounds; not a drawback per se, but they're not plug and play. set aside playful fun sound design time to be wild and figure out your sweet spots. i constantly morph through my favorite badwater sound but i always dial in exactly the right amount of oomph, punch and zest.
if you have the scratch, you won't be disappointed (but be patient with dialing in your sound!)
Why was this pedal discontinued?
Would be great if you could do a bass version of this. You have this and the pamphlet in the box for guitar, but no love for bassists.
There are some clips in the tech demo showing bass. th-cam.com/video/BAxNU82u0pQ/w-d-xo.htmlsi=YXGVIiVbI-EcjV-s&t=197
Suggestions for 9 styles for guitar here, six on your pamphlet in the box with the Mira, as opposed to one for bass in the linked video. I think the Mira is great on bass, but having come from one knob compressors I had to go to the manuals of your competitors to get some starting points. I hadn't considered it initially, but bought in on sale, and very nearly sent it back before I got my head around it. Given bass players are big compression users I would have though it was a market you would support (you have the HPF so the techs supported bass players, it just doesn't seem to be in the your marketing plan).
@@ff2364it's a pretty standard compressor setup as far as controls are concerned. Presets like these definitely aren't going to work with every instrument and setup. Walrus is definitely more of a guitar effects company so catering their videos to guitar makes a lot of sense. Learn how to use a compressor and understand what all the controls do and you won't need any presets...
My Walrus collection has been growing steadily…do I need this or the deep six? Questions questions haha
It’s a tough one!
I have both and I prefer the Mira, mainly for the expanded controls and feedback LED. I like the deep six a lot but it's been back in its box since my Mira showed up
What color is that SG? It's not shell pink, is it?
Its the Chicago Music Exchange exclusive coral!
Okay, this pedal is awesome but the real question is, will Philip try to use Father Figure as his band name on the next podcast?
We can only hope
yes it can and its amazing but where do i get the money for it haha
Save a few bucks a month? Mow some yards, sell some stuff? Sell an appendage!
Need some emo representation
1st
Well done